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Riverside Village

1400 W Franklin St, Elkhart, IN 46516 · Elkhart County

Located in Elkhart, Indiana, Riverside Village consists of caring people making a difference. You can feel it the minute you walk into our community. We are

2.0CMS overall rating(574) 522-2020Visit website ↗
44
Fair
Haven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
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Availability outlookUsually has openings

Typically 66% full — availability is generally good.

Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.

A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Elkhart

Riverside Village is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Elkhart, IN, with 97 certified beds and an average of about 65 residents per day. It operates as part of the American Senior Communities network.

Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.53 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.60 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 61.1%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 7 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

  • No federal fines on record
  • Full sprinkler system
  • Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

  • Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
  • Below-average health-inspection rating
  • Below-average nurse staffing (3.53 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Elkhart options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds
97
Avg. residents/day
65
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain
American Senior Communities
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
155695

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures

Pricing & cost

We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.

Level of careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$7,800–$11,020/mo (median $9,120)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Elkhart prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day
3.53
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
0.60
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
61.1%
National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey)
7
Federal fines
None on record
Total penalties
0
Last standard survey
2026-02-24
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (28 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-02-24Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

2026-02-24Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

2026-02-24Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

2026-02-24Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.

2026-02-24Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

2026-02-24Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.

2025-06-26Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

2025-03-06Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Services & amenities

  • Full automatic sprinkler system
  • Medicare & Medicaid certified
  • 24-hour licensed nursing
  • On-site rehabilitation therapy
  • Rehabilitation services
  • Memory care
  • Respite / short-term stays
  • Wellness programs
  • Daily activities & events
  • Gardens / walking paths
  • 24-hour staff

Location

1400 W Franklin St, Elkhart, IN

  • Monday: Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
  • Thursday: Open 24 hours
  • Friday: Open 24 hours
  • Saturday: Open 24 hours
  • Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Riverside Village

How much does Riverside Village cost?

Riverside Village does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Elkhart, IN area typically runs $7,800–$11,020 per month (median $9,120, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Riverside Village's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Riverside Village 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Riverside Village?

Staff provide about 3.53 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 61.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Riverside Village?

Riverside Village has 28 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-02-24). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Riverside Village have availability?

Typically 66% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Riverside Village offer?

Riverside Village in Elkhart, IN offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 97 beds.

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.

  • Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in Elkhart.
  • The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
  • Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.

Your next steps — this week

  1. 1
    Confirm the fit
    Check the inspection record and staffing data on this page against your loved one's needs.
  2. 2
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  3. 3
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Data sources:CMS verifiedGoogleOfficial website

Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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