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Milton Home, the

Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise compassionate and attentive nursing staff. Still worth an in-person visit.

206 E Marion St, Near Northwest · South Bend, IN 4660134 bedsLicensed & Active
5/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
3.9/5

based on 17 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

The Milton Home has shown a marked improvement in staff quality and resident care under recent management, making it a strong candidate for rehabilitation needs. However, because of past reports regarding facility maintenance and security, we recommend conducting a thorough tour to ensure the current environment meets your standards for cleanliness and safety.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

17 reviews on Google
The Milton Home has seen a significant shift in reputation following a change in management over the last two years, with recent reviewers praising the staff's compassion and responsiveness. While older reviews cited serious concerns regarding cleanliness and theft, recent feedback highlights a caring environment and successful rehabilitation outcomes.

Quality Themes

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FoodN/AStaff9.0Clean6.0Activities8.0MedsN/AMemoryN/AComms8.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Compassionate and attentive nursing staff
  • Effective rehabilitation support
  • Responsive management team
  • Engaging resident activities

Concerns

  • Historical reports of poor facility maintenance and hygiene (mentioned by 2 reviewers)

Rating Trends

Tap a year to see what changed

2345.02017(1)4.02018(1)1.02020(1)2.52022(2)5.02024(6)4.22025(5)1.02026(1)

Distribution · 17 analyzed

5
11
4
2
3
0
2
0
1
4

How They Respond to Reviews

47%response rate

This facility responds to some reviews.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1With a capacity of 34 residents, how does your team ensure that each individual receives personalized attention while maintaining the high standard of care reflected in your 5-star CMS rating?
  • 2I noticed some feedback regarding the facility's physical environment; could you walk me through your current maintenance schedule and how you ensure the cleanliness of the living spaces?
  • 3Given the 3 reported state violations over the past year, what specific steps has the management team taken to address those findings and improve internal processes?
  • 4I see that your team actively engages with feedback online; how do you use input from families to continuously improve the quality of life for your residents?
  • 5The reviews highlight your engaging activities program—could you share a sample schedule of what a typical week of enrichment looks like for residents here?
  • 6How does your nursing staff coordinate with local medical providers to handle urgent health changes or emergencies, especially during evening and weekend hours?

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Key Review Excerpts

The care, compassion and love given to residents comes from the HEART. The building is old and not the prettiest however the staff genuinely care about the residents they serve!

Family member · 2024★★★★★

When my father required rehabilitation following a month-long illness, we discovered that Milton Home was the perfect option for us. This was a new experience for my father who was used to being independent, but the staff at Milton Home were extremely patient and kind with him.

Rehab patient's family · 2024★★★★★

I am so proud of the amazing staff that work at The Milton Home. This team always comes together to provide exceptional care and experiences to our residents.

Staff member · 2025★★★★★
Source: 17 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.89hrs
OK
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
4.63hrs
OK
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
42%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
38%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)

This facility meets the national staffing benchmarks. Higher staffing is linked to fewer falls and better day-to-day care.

Quality Measures

Quality Measures

Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 15 measures

Medicare Rating
5/ 5
Better Than Avg

8

measures

Worse Than Avg

4

measures

Mixed Results

3

measures

Long-Stay Residents
💊

Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility2.3%
Better than Avg
Here
2.3%
US
15.4%
IN
13.6%
St. joseph
10.0%
💊

Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility29.2%
Worse than Avg
Here
29.2%
US
19.5%
IN
23.5%
St. joseph
17.0%
⚖️

Residents who lost too much weight

↓ Lower is better
This Facility15.9%
Worse than Avg
Here
15.9%
US
5.3%
IN
5.6%
St. joseph
5.9%
😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility14.5%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
14.5%
US
12.1%
IN
24.8%
St. joseph
10.6%

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

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Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility28.1%
Worse than Avg
Here
28.1%
US
19.4%
IN
23.8%
St. joseph
25.0%
🛏️

Residents needing more daily help over time

↓ Lower is better
This Facility7.8%
Better than Avg
Here
7.8%
US
14.4%
IN
11.4%
St. joseph
14.9%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility66.4%
Worse than Avg
Here
66.4%
US
81.8%
IN
81.5%
St. joseph
88.8%
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Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.0%
Better than Avg
Here
0.0%
US
1.6%
IN
1.3%
St. joseph
1.7%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

3deficiencies
Well below state avg (7.6)
3 complaint-triggered

Milton Home shows recurring problems across multiple areas, with families filing complaints that triggered investigations into resident protection and safety hazards. The facility has persistent issues with fire safety systems, emergency preparedness, medication management, and food safety that have repeated across surveys. While most deficiencies show correction dates, the pattern of recurring violations in critical safety areas warrants careful consideration during your visit.

Jan 5, 2026Routine
5
0712Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

0761Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

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

0921Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

0698Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

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.

Nov 7, 2025Complaint
1
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.

Oct 18, 2024Routine
17
0812Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

0004Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

0006Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.

0013Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.

0029Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Develop a communication plan.

0036Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Establish emergency prep training and testing.

0293Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

0300Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Meet other general requirements that are deficient.

0345Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

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

0271Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Have exits that are accessible at all times.

0324Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

0363Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

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.

0679Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

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.

0880Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Dec 14, 2023Complaint
2
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.

0609Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Oct 30, 2023Routine
14
0812Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

0039Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

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.

0531Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Services Deficiencies

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

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.

0918Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

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

0211Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

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

0300Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Meet other general requirements that are deficient.

0568Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.

0582Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

0804Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

0511Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Milton Home, the

Organization Type

nonprofit

Chain Affiliation

Chain Name

Sterling Healthcare

Chain Size

5 facilities nationwide

Ownership & Management

Key personnel

Frazier, JonathanW-2 Managing EmployeeLoy, KathleenW-2 Managing EmployeeBarry, CaitlinOfficer / DirectorMalott, GreggOfficer / DirectorMilton Home Nursing Home and RehabilitationManager
Source: Medicare provider data

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