SeniorCareRanked
Indiana/ANDERSON
79
Good

EDGEWATER WOODS

1809 N MADISON AVE, ANDERSON, IN 46011
CMS Overall Rating

Summary

EDGEWATER WOODS is a 81-bed non profit - other nursing home located in ANDERSON, Indiana. It has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars and a Trust Score of 79 out of 100, placing it above average for quality and safety. Staff turnover is 33.9%. This facility has no recorded fines. 6 health deficiencies were found during the most recent inspection. It is part of the AMERICAN SENIOR COMMUNITIES chain.

How This Compares

Trust Score79/100 (↑ Better than avg 55/100)
Overall Rating4/5 stars (↑ Better than avg 3/5 stars)
Total Nurse Hours/Resident/Day3.4 hrs (↓ Worse than avg 3.8 hrs)
RN Hours/Resident/Day0.39 hrs (↓ Worse than avg 0.6 hrs)
Staff Turnover34% (↑ Better than avg 40%)
Deficiencies6 (↓ Worse than avg 4)

Red Flags

    CMS Star Ratings

    Overall
    Health Inspection
    Staffing
    Quality Measures

    Staffing

    Total nurse hours/resident/day3.4
    RN hours/resident/day0.39
    Staff turnover33.9%
    RN turnover33.3%

    Facility Information

    Beds81
    Avg residents70.5
    OwnershipNon profit - Other
    Provider typeMedicare and Medicaid
    ChainAMERICAN SENIOR COMMUNITIES
    Deficiencies (last inspection)6
    Resident/Family councilYes

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    What to Look for When Visiting EDGEWATER WOODS

    Use this checklist during an in-person visit. First impressions reveal more than brochures or websites ever will.

    Is there an unpleasant smell?

    A persistent odor (urine, feces, or heavy chemical deodorizer) indicates poor hygiene maintenance. Brief cooking smells are normal; lingering waste odors are not.

    Are residents engaged or sitting idle?

    Active residents (playing games, talking, in therapy) indicate quality programming. A room full of people staring at a TV during daytime is a concerning sign.

    Count staff vs. residents during your visit

    EDGEWATER WOODS reports 3.4 total nurse hours per resident per day. During your visit, observe whether staff seem rushed or overwhelmed — the real ratio matters more than reported numbers.

    Ask about staff consistency

    Staff turnover is 33.9% — near the national average. Still ask whether your family member will have consistent caregivers assigned.

    Ask about their most recent inspection

    6 deficiencies were found in the last inspection. Ask specifically: "What were they, and what have you done to fix them?" A transparent facility will answer clearly.

    Data from CMS Nursing Home Compare, a public database maintained by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This information is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or a recommendation. Always visit facilities in person and consult with healthcare professionals before making care decisions.