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Southwood Healthcare Center

2222 Margaret Ave, Terre Haute, IN 47802 · Vigo County

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Availability outlookModerate availability

Typically 82% full — openings are usually available.

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

Our evaluation

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A low federal rating — review the details closely

Southwood Healthcare Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Terre Haute, IN, with 121 certified beds and an average of about 99 residents per day. It operates as part of the Communicare Health network.

Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.04 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.34 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 56.7%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 17 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour. This facility is in the CMS Special Focus Facility program, which targets homes with a history of serious quality problems.

Strengths

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

Things to ask about

•Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
•Below-average health-inspection rating
•Below-average nurse staffing (3.04 hrs/resident/day)
•17 deficiencies at last survey
•CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully
•In the CMS Special Focus Facility program

Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Terre Haute options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds: 121
Avg. residents/day: 99
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Communicare Health
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 155484

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

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$7,580–$10,710/mo (median $8,860)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Terre Haute 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: 3.04; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.34; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 56.7%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

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

⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (abuse citation) (Special Focus Facility). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 17
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2026-01-27
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (49 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-04-08Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

2026-02-26Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.

2026-01-27Severity 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.

2026-01-27Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

2026-01-27Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

2026-01-27Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

2026-01-27Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

2026-01-27Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

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
✓ Physical therapy
✓ Occupational therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Memory care
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Daily activities & events

Location

2222 Margaret Ave, Terre Haute, 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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Google

2.7

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Common questions about Southwood Healthcare Center

How much does Southwood Healthcare Center cost?

Southwood Healthcare Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Terre Haute, IN area typically runs $7,580–$10,710 per month (median $8,860, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Southwood Healthcare Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Southwood Healthcare Center 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Southwood Healthcare Center?

Staff provide about 3.04 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 56.7% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Southwood Healthcare Center?

Southwood Healthcare Center has 49 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-01-27). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Southwood Healthcare Center have availability?

Typically 82% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Southwood Healthcare Center offer?

Southwood Healthcare Center in Terre Haute, IN offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 121 beds.

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