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Bethel Manor

Below-average Medicare ratings — review the inspection history and ask the administrator about recent corrections before visiting.

6015 Kratzville Rd, Evansville, IN 4771075 bedsLicensed & Active
2/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
4.6/5

based on 32 Google reviews

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3/ 10
moderate Risk

Quality Concerns Identified

Medicare inspection and quality data reveal areas that families should carefully evaluate before choosing this facility.

  • Low overall rating (2/5 stars)
  • High staff turnover (52%)

Below average in IN · Below recommended RN staffing · Above recommended total nurse staffing · No penalties on record

Source: Medicare data

What this means for your family

The facility is highly regarded for its modern rehab services and professional therapy team, making it a strong candidate for post-acute recovery. However, families should be vigilant regarding daily nursing care; we recommend conducting unannounced visits to ensure your loved one is receiving consistent attention and hygiene support.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

32 reviews on Google
Bethel Manor and its associated Rehab Cottage generally receive high praise for their professional, caring staff and effective rehabilitation services. However, some families have reported serious concerns regarding basic patient care and supervision, specifically noting instances where residents were left unattended or unhygienic. While long-term residents and rehab patients often report positive experiences, the facility's consistency in daily care remains a point of contention for some families.

Quality Themes

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Food9.0Staff8.0Clean9.0ActivitiesN/AMedsN/AMemoryN/AComms7.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Professional and caring nursing staff
  • Effective, goal-oriented rehabilitation therapy
  • Clean and modern facility environment
  • Strong leadership and administrative involvement

Concerns

  • Inadequate patient supervision and basic care (mentioned by 2 reviewers)

Rating Trends

Tap a year to see what changed

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Distribution · 32 analyzed

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4
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3
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1
3

How They Respond to Reviews

40%response rate

This facility responds to some reviews.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1Given the recent focus on facility improvements, what specific steps are being taken to ensure consistent, one-on-one attention for residents throughout the day?
  • 2I noticed the facility has a strong reputation for rehabilitation therapy; how do you integrate those goal-oriented programs into the daily routine for residents who aren't in active recovery?
  • 3With a 3-star staffing rating, how does your leadership team ensure that nursing staff remain available and responsive to resident needs during peak hours?
  • 4I see that you actively engage with feedback online; how do you use that communication to address any concerns regarding daily supervision and basic care?
  • 5Could you walk me through your protocol for medical emergencies and how you maintain communication with families during urgent health situations?
  • 6What specific activities or social opportunities are available to help residents feel connected and engaged within the 75-person community?

Personalized based on this facility's data


Key Review Excerpts

The staff is exceptional and the food is good too. Daddy has been well cared for and watched over.

Long-term resident's family · 2022★★★★★

The staff was amazing. Very professional but also very caring. They treated me like family. The therapists were wonderful helping recover very quickly.

Rehab patient · 2026★★★★★

We had to be there almost around the clock to make sure our dad was attended to! More than once he was left in bed soaked in urine.

Respite care family member · 2024☆☆☆☆
Source: 32 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.50hrs
67%
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
4.58hrs
OK
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
52%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
58%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)

RN hours are below the national benchmark. RNs handle complex medical needs and medication, so ask about coverage during your visit.

Quality Measures

Quality Measures

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

Medicare Rating
4/ 5
Better Than Avg

10

measures

Worse Than Avg

6

measures

Mixed Results

1

measures

Long-Stay Residents
😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.5%
Better than Avg
Here
0.5%
US
12.1%
IN
24.8%
Vanderburgh
19.5%

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

💊

Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility32.5%
Worse than Avg
Here
32.5%
US
19.5%
IN
23.5%
Vanderburgh
28.5%
💉

Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility97.9%
Better than Avg
Here
97.9%
US
93.4%
IN
93.6%
Vanderburgh
85.6%
💊

Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility24.1%
Worse than Avg
Here
24.1%
US
15.5%
IN
13.6%
Vanderburgh
13.5%
🚿

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility17.2%
Better than Avg
Here
17.2%
US
19.4%
IN
23.8%
Vanderburgh
25.7%
🛏️

Residents needing more daily help over time

↓ Lower is better
This Facility17.7%
Worse than Avg
Here
17.7%
US
14.4%
IN
11.4%
Vanderburgh
12.3%
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
79.8%
IN
79.0%
Vanderburgh
66.6%
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility99.6%
Better than Avg
Here
99.6%
US
81.8%
IN
81.5%
Vanderburgh
66.9%
💊

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.5%
Better than Avg
Here
0.5%
US
1.6%
IN
1.3%
Vanderburgh
1.5%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

6deficiencies
Near state avg (7.6)
2 complaint-triggered

Bethel Manor shows a concerning pattern of recurring fire safety and building maintenance issues across multiple surveys, with some problems persisting despite corrections. The facility has struggled most consistently with fire safety systems, emergency preparedness, and medication management. While families have filed complaints that triggered inspections regarding mobility care and food safety, all deficiencies appear to have correction dates from the provider, suggesting ongoing efforts to address identified problems.

Mar 16, 2026Complaint
1
0550Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

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

Aug 22, 2025Routine
18
0324Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

0345Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

0351Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

0353Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0355Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

0374Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

0712Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

0914Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

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.

0921Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

0812Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

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.

0920Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

0656Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0657Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0805Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

0880Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0531Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.

Mar 5, 2025Complaint
1
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 26, 2024Routine
28
0041Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Implement emergency and standby power systems.

0345Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

0353Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0711Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

0712Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

0918Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

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

0677Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

0688Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

0812Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

0880Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0211Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

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.

0324Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

0554Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

0583Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

0600Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0635Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Provide doctor's orders for the resident's immediate care at the time the resident was admitted.

0656Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0658Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

0686Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

0689Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

0695Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

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.

0755Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

0758Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0759Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

0883Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

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

0732Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Post nurse staffing information every day.

Apr 21, 2023Routine
27
0041Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Implement emergency and standby power systems.

0324Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

0345Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

0353Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0511Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

0531Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.

0712Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

0918Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

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

0688Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

0271Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Have exits that are accessible at all times.

0293Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

0321Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

0355Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

0361Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure that waiting areas, nurse’s stations, gift shops, and cooking facilities, open to the corridor are properly protected.

0372Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

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

0689Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

0727Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0758Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

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.

0920Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

0732Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Post nurse staffing information every day.

0004Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

0013Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.

0029Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Develop a communication plan.

0036Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Establish emergency prep training and testing.

0291Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

0761Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

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

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Bethel Manor

Organization Type

government

Ownership & Management

Owners

Henry County Memorial Hospital

Owner · Organization

100%

Key personnel

Dynes, SheldonManaging Control - Governing BodyPidgeon, JohnManaging Control - Governing BodyShore, MarionManaging Control - Governing BodyWare, DeborahManaging Control - Governing BodyBethel Sanitarium INCManager
Source: Medicare provider data

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