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Alexandria Care Center

Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise clean, well-maintained facility. Still worth an in-person visit.

1912 S Park Ave, Alexandria, IN 4600170 bedsLicensed & Active
4/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
3.1/5

based on 9 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

While the facility has historically been praised for its cleanliness and the compassion of its frontline staff, recent reviews indicate a significant decline in administrative oversight and communication. We strongly recommend scheduling an in-person tour to observe current staff morale and asking direct questions about their current leadership policies before making a decision.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

9 reviews on Google
Alexandria Care Center receives highly polarized feedback, with recent reviews highlighting significant concerns regarding administrative leadership and communication. While some past visitors praised the facility for its cleanliness and compassionate care, recent reports describe a disorganized environment and poor staff morale.

Quality Themes

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FoodN/AStaff4.0Clean8.0ActivitiesN/AMedsN/AMemoryN/AComms2.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Clean, well-maintained facility
  • Compassionate frontline staff
  • Consistent attention to resident hygiene and grooming

Concerns

  • Poor administrative leadership and lack of accountability (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
  • Unprofessional communication and rudeness from staff (mentioned by 2 reviewers)

Rating Trends

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2344.02011(2)1.02019(1)5.02021(1)5.02024(1)1.02025(1)3.02026(4)

Distribution · 10 analyzed

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How They Respond to Reviews

0%response rate

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1Given that staffing levels are a primary focus for your facility, how do you ensure that residents receive consistent, high-quality attention throughout the day and night?
  • 2I noticed some feedback regarding communication styles; what steps is the leadership team taking to ensure that families feel heard and that interactions remain professional and supportive?
  • 3With seven recent state violations on record, could you walk me through the specific changes or improvements you have implemented to address those areas and prevent future issues?
  • 4Since reviews highlight that your frontline staff are very compassionate with grooming and hygiene, how do you support those team members to ensure they feel empowered and valued in their roles?
  • 5Can you describe how the administrative team handles accountability and conflict resolution when a family member has a concern about their loved one's care?
  • 6What does a typical social or activity-based day look like for a resident here, and how do you encourage participation among those who might be more reserved?

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Key Review Excerpts

Yes, it's an older building but it's clean and doesn't have that typical nursing home smell. My mother was ALWAYS clean, well dressed, properly fed and all her needs were met.

Long-term resident's family · 2021★★★★★

From leadership all the way down, the environment feels disorganized, unprofessional, and uncaring. Jennifer, the administrator, and Jenny, the Assistant Director of Nursing, seem completely disconnected from what is actually happening on the floor.

Family member · 2026☆☆☆☆

Receptionists are very rude. I called in with clinical questions for my grand parents and was hung up on by two different people.

Grandchild of resident · 2019☆☆☆☆
Source: 9 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.52hrs
69%
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
3.76hrs
92%
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
45%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
38%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)

Both RN and total nursing hours are below national benchmarks. This can mean less clinical attention per resident, so ask about their staffing plan.

Quality Measures

Quality Measures

Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures

Medicare Rating
2/ 5
Better Than Avg

9

measures

Worse Than Avg

7

measures

Mixed Results

1

measures

Long-Stay Residents
🚿

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility44.2%
Worse than Avg
Here
44.2%
US
19.4%
IN
23.8%
Madison
19.0%
🚶

Residents whose walking got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility34.5%
Worse than Avg
Here
34.5%
US
15.3%
IN
13.0%
Madison
14.1%
🛏️

Residents needing more daily help over time

↓ Lower is better
This Facility31.2%
Worse than Avg
Here
31.2%
US
14.4%
IN
11.4%
Madison
14.9%
💊

Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility37.0%
Worse than Avg
Here
37.0%
US
19.5%
IN
23.5%
Madison
24.3%
😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility26.7%
Worse than Avg
Here
26.7%
US
12.1%
IN
24.8%
Madison
19.1%

Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.

💉

Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility100.0%
Better than Avg
Here
100.0%
US
93.4%
IN
93.6%
Madison
91.5%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility100.0%
Better than Avg
Here
100.0%
US
79.7%
IN
79.0%
Madison
70.1%
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility98.5%
Better than Avg
Here
98.5%
US
81.8%
IN
81.5%
Madison
78.3%
💊

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.9%
Better than Avg
Here
0.9%
US
1.6%
IN
1.3%
Madison
1.7%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

7deficiencies
Near state avg (7.6)
1 complaint-triggered

Alexandria Care Center shows concerning patterns with recurring safety and care deficiencies across multiple surveys, including one complaint-triggered medication error issue filed by families. The facility repeatedly struggles with fire safety systems, medication management, and care quality, with some problems like smoke door deficiencies appearing uncorrected across three separate inspections. While all deficiencies report correction dates, the persistent recurrence of similar safety violations suggests ongoing compliance challenges.

Aug 15, 2025Routine
11
0222Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

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.

0363Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

0761Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

0921Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

0753Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.

0605Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

0628Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

0684Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

0692Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

0761Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0812Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

Jul 3, 2025Complaint
1
0760Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Aug 30, 2024Routine
10
0372Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

0918Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

0161Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Construction Deficiencies

Use approved construction type or materials.

0251Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Conform to length requirements for dead end corridors.

0923Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

0684Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

0363Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

0550Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

0644Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

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

0006Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.

Oct 3, 2023Routine
8
0341Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.

0353Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0363Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

0511Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

0927Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have proper fire barriers, ventilation and signs for the transfilling of oxygen.

0744Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.

0761Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0883Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Alexandria Care Center

Organization Type

government

Ownership & Management

Owners

Witham Memorial Hospital

Owner · Organization

100%

Bailey, Patricia

Individual is an Owner, Partner or Trustee of Any Adp of the Snf

Reed, Michael

Individual is an Owner, Partner or Trustee of Any Adp of the Snf

Key personnel

Bayston, BrettOfficer / DirectorBrand, JohnOfficer / DirectorCastetter, AndreaOfficer / DirectorHawkins, ClaudeOfficer / DirectorHornbecker, MichaelOfficer / Director
Source: Medicare provider data

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