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Brookside Care Strategies
505 N Gavin St, Muncie, IN 47303
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Review Summary
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Positive Reviews:
- Brookside is praised as a great place to work, with a commendable administrator and supportive staff. It is recommended for CNAs seeking employment.
- The care team at Brookside is appreciated for their dedication and personalized care, especially for residents with challenging behaviors related to dementia. The facility is recognized for its commitment to never giving up on residents.
- Brookside is described as an amazing place by a visitor, implying a preference over other facilities.
Negative Reviews:
- Concerns are raised about the facility's professionalism, alleging unprofessional behavior, including staff being under the influence and mismanagement of medication.
- Personal dissatisfaction with the care and services provided, including quality of food and overall care, is expressed by an individual.
- A friend of an employee voices concern over the lack of compassion and support for staff, leading to overwork and stress.
- Warnings are issued regarding the facility's conditions, including black mold and poor food quality, and a negative comment about the staff's behavior and management's indifference to issues.
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Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Nursing Home Ratings
Overall rating: 1
Health inspection rating: 1
Staffing rating: 4
Quality measure rating: 1
Long-term quality measure rating:
1
Nursing Home Overview
Participation
date: Nov. 1, 1974
Ownership type: For Profit
Provider
type: Medicaid
Nursing home capacity: 42
Total current residents: 35
Facility is located in a hospital: No
Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
Resident and family council: Resident
Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines
Number of
facility
incidents: 5
Number of
substantiated complaints: 13
Number of payment denials: 0
Number of fines: 0
Total cost of fines: $0
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services gather information about the number of hours of care provided on average to each resident each day by staff as well as the turnover of staff.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointHealth and Fire Safety Deficiencies
The Center for Medicare and Medicaid report health and fire safety deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies are more severe than others. The following table shows different levels of severity.
| Scope | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Severity of Deficiency | Isolated | Pattern | Widespread |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
| Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy | G | H | I |
| No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy | D | E | F |
| No actual harm with potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
Fire Safety Deficiencies
| Survey Date | Correction Date | Letter | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-10-24 | 2022-12-08 | E | Egress Deficiencies | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. |
| 2022-10-24 | 2022-12-08 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. |
| 2022-10-24 | 2022-12-08 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2022-10-24 | 2022-12-08 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. |
| 2022-10-24 | 2022-12-08 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. |
| 2022-10-24 | 2022-12-19 | E | Services Deficiencies | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. |
| 2022-10-24 | 2022-12-08 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. |
| 2022-10-24 | 2022-12-08 | E | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. |
| 2022-05-20 | 2022-06-09 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures. |
| 2022-05-20 | 2022-06-09 | F | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. |
| 2021-07-19 | 2021-08-31 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). |
| 2021-07-19 | 2021-08-31 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures. |
| 2021-07-19 | 2021-08-31 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Develop a communication plan. |
| 2021-07-19 | 2021-08-31 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Establish emergency prep training and testing. |
| 2021-07-19 | 2021-08-31 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2021-07-19 | 2021-08-31 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. |
| 2021-07-19 | 2021-08-31 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. |
| 2021-07-19 | 2021-08-31 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. |
| 2021-07-19 | 2021-08-31 | D | Services Deficiencies | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. |
| 2021-07-19 | 2021-08-31 | C | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. |
| 2021-07-19 | 2021-08-31 | C | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. |
| 2021-07-19 | 2021-08-31 | E | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. |
| 2021-07-19 | 2021-08-31 | E | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. |
| 2019-10-02 | 2019-10-29 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Provide primary/alternate means for communication. |
| 2019-10-02 | 2019-10-29 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Establish methods for sharing information. |
| 2019-10-02 | 2019-10-29 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Provide a means of sharing information on occupancy/needs. |
| 2019-10-02 | 2019-10-29 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Provide family notifications of emergency plan. |
| 2019-10-02 | 2019-10-29 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Establish staff and initial training requirements. |
| 2019-10-02 | 2019-10-29 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. |
| 2019-10-02 | 2019-10-29 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. |
| 2019-10-02 | 2019-10-29 | C | Smoke Deficiencies | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. |
| 2019-10-02 | 2019-10-29 | C | Smoke Deficiencies | Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours. |
| 2019-10-02 | 2019-10-29 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. |
| 2019-10-02 | 2019-10-29 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2019-10-02 | 2019-10-29 | C | Smoke Deficiencies | Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours. |
| 2019-10-02 | 2019-10-29 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. |
| 2019-10-02 | 2019-10-29 | C | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. |
| 2019-10-02 | 2019-10-29 | D | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. |
| 2019-10-02 | 2019-10-29 | C | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have proper fire barriers, ventilation and signs for the transfilling of oxygen. |
Health Safety Deficiencies
| Survey Date | Correction Date | Letter | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-03-30 | 2023-05-05 | G | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. |
| 2023-03-30 | 2023-05-05 | D | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. |
| 2023-03-30 | 2023-05-05 | D | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. |
| 2023-03-14 | 2023-05-05 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. |
| 2023-03-14 | 2023-05-05 | F | Environmental Deficiencies | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. |
| 2023-02-27 | 2023-05-05 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | The resident has the right to receive notices in a format and a language he or she understands. |
| 2023-02-27 | 2023-05-05 | G | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. |
| 2023-02-27 | 2023-05-05 | D | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. |
| 2023-01-27 | 2023-05-05 | D | Resident 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. |
| 2023-01-27 | 2023-05-05 | F | Environmental Deficiencies | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. |
| 2022-11-15 | 2023-05-05 | G | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. |
| 2022-11-15 | 2023-05-05 | D | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. |
| 2022-11-15 | 2023-05-05 | D | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. |
| 2022-11-15 | 2023-05-05 | D | Administration Deficiencies | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. |
| 2022-09-23 | 2022-11-07 | E | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. |
| 2022-09-23 | 2022-11-07 | E | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| 2022-09-23 | 2022-11-07 | F | Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies | Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. |
| 2022-09-23 | 2022-11-07 | D | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. |
| 2022-05-06 | 2022-05-23 | D | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. |
| 2022-05-06 | 2022-05-23 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. |
| 2022-01-26 | 2022-02-16 | D | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2021-10-25 | 2021-11-12 | J | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| 2021-07-02 | 2021-08-01 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. |
| 2021-07-02 | 2021-08-01 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. |
| 2021-07-02 | 2021-08-01 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. |
| 2021-07-02 | 2021-08-01 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. |
| 2021-07-02 | 2021-08-01 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. |
| 2020-11-24 | 2020-12-17 | D | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2020-10-23 | 2020-12-17 | D | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2020-10-23 | 2020-11-20 | D | Infection Control Deficiencies | Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff. |
| 2021-01-07 | 2021-02-01 | E | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2019-08-15 | 2019-09-09 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. |
| 2019-08-15 | 2019-09-09 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. |
| 2019-08-15 | 2019-09-09 | D | Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies | Post nurse staffing information every day. |
| 2019-08-15 | 2019-09-09 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. |
| 2019-08-15 | 2019-09-09 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. |
| 2019-08-15 | 2019-09-09 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. |
What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is Muncie which is 1.2 miles away and has a population of 70,087 (large town).
- The average income is $40,989, which is very low compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- High Temperature: 75
- Low Temperature: 29
- Average Temperature: 53.7
- Day Breakdown: The area gets 168 days of rain, 39 days of snow and 156 days of sun
- Precipitation: 2.2 inches a year
- The median age is 27.4 years old, very low compared to other cities.
- 4.26% of the population are Veterans which is a low percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
- 1.52% of the population are Foreign-born which is a very low percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
- The population is 0% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0% Asian, 14% Black or African-American, 3% Hispanic or Latino, and 81% White.
- The crime rate is 4.54 per 100 people which is high compared to other cities.
- Violent Crime: 1.35 incidents per 100 people
- Property Crime: 2.88 incidents per 100 people
- Drug-Related Crime: 0.13 incidents per 100 people
- The average life expectancy in zip code is 75.46 years old, which is very low compared to other zip codes.
- Air Quality: Good Days 205.0, Moderate Days 31.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 1.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0
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Supermarkets
Target
1.9 miles awayAldi
2.0 miles awayPay Less
2.7 miles awayWalmart Supercenter
2.8 miles awayMeijer
5.2 miles awayNone Found
Bus Stations
MITS Station - Downtown
1.3 miles awayBSU Linden at Riverside
1.8 miles awayBSU Linden at Wayne
1.8 miles awayBSU Neely at Linden
1.8 miles awayBSU Riverside at New York
2.0 miles awayBanks
First Merchants Bank
1.2 miles awayStar Financial Plaza
1.2 miles awayMutual Bank Drive-Up
1.2 miles awayMutual Federal Savings Bank
1.2 miles awayMutual Bank
1.2 miles awayHospitals
Ball Memorial Hospital
2.6 miles awayHenry County Memorial Hospital
17.5 miles awayCommunity Hospital Anderson
18.0 miles awaySaint Vincent Anderson
18.1 miles awayIndiana University Health Blackford Hospital
18.5 miles awayPharmacies
Walgreens
4.4 miles awayCVS Pharmacy
16.4 miles awayCVS
18.5 miles awayUpland Health and Diagnostic Center pharmacy
19.2 miles awayNone Found
Parks
John Craddock Wetlands Nature Preserve
0.0 miles awayRiverview Park
0.1 miles awayHughes Nature Preserve
0.2 miles awayMcCulloch Park
0.6 miles awayMuncie Rotary Club Park
0.7 miles awayNone Found
Shopping
Muncie Mall
1.6 miles awayCulture
PlySpace
0.9 miles awayCornerstone Center for the Arts
1.0 miles awayGinny's Art Room
1.1 miles awayMuncie Civic Theatre
1.1 miles awayGoldspace Theatre
1.2 miles awayRestaurants
Casa del Sol
1.2 miles awayMaadi Grille
1.3 miles awayVera Mae's Bistro
1.3 miles awayRon Lahody's Steakhouse
1.3 miles awayHarmony Cafe
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