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North Woods Village

Meets baseline Medicare standards with room for improvement. A tour and talking to current residents' families is the best next step.

2233 W Jefferson St, Kokomo, IN 46901155 bedsLicensed & Active
3/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
4.1/5

based on 71 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

North Woods Village shows strong results in rehabilitation and memory care, often cited for compassionate, hands-on therapy. However, families must be vigilant regarding basic care standards; ensure you have a clear plan for monitoring hygiene and call-light response times, as these are the most frequently cited concerns.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

71 reviews on Google
North Woods Village receives polarized feedback, with many families praising the facility for its effective rehabilitation programs and compassionate care, while others report severe neglect and staffing issues. While some reviewers highlight a warm, family-like environment and successful recovery outcomes, a significant number of negative reports cite concerns regarding hygiene, slow response times, and poor communication. Potential families should weigh the strong therapy department against recurring reports of inconsistent nursing care.

Quality Themes

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Food2.0Staff6.0Clean4.0Activities8.0Meds3.0Memory8.0Comms6.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Highly effective rehabilitation therapy team
  • Compassionate and attentive care in memory unit
  • Welcoming, family-like environment
  • Proactive communication from admissions staff

Concerns

  • Neglect and slow response times for basic needs (mentioned by 5 reviewers)
  • Poor hygiene and cleanliness (bedsores, odors) (mentioned by 3 reviewers)
  • Staffing shortages and overworked employees (mentioned by 3 reviewers)
  • Poor food quality and failure to follow dietary restrictions (mentioned by 2 reviewers)

Rating Trends

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Distribution · 74 analyzed

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4
3
3
2
2
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15

How They Respond to Reviews

97%response rate

This facility actively engages with reviewer feedback.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1We've heard wonderful things about the rehabilitation therapy team here; could you tell us more about how they work with residents to maintain their mobility?
  • 2Since we value clear communication, how does the admissions team keep families updated on any changes in a resident's daily care or health?
  • 3What specific steps are taken by the dining staff to ensure that individual dietary restrictions and nutritional needs are strictly followed for every meal?
  • 4Could you walk us through your daily cleaning and hygiene protocols to ensure all resident rooms and common areas are kept fresh and well-maintained?
  • 5How do you manage call bells and ensure that staff are able to respond quickly to a resident's basic needs, even during busy shifts?
  • 6What is the protocol for handling a medical emergency or a sudden change in health status during the overnight hours?

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Key Review Excerpts

My mother had a 2 month stay at North Woods Village for rehab. I can't say enought about how well her stay went. The employees went over and above.

Rehab patient's family · 2024☆☆☆☆

My grandmother was on the memory care unit for several years until her passing and she received exceptional care. The CNAs were loving towards her and the other residents and treated them like they would their grandparent.

Memory care family member · 2023★★★★★

If you love your family member, never put them in Northwoods Village. My father-in-law was there for 3 weeks for Rehab. He was over medicated... A bed sore on the buttocks was as big as by hand and open.

Rehab patient's family · 2021☆☆☆☆
Source: 71 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.53hrs
70%
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
3.18hrs
78%
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
36%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
44%
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
5/ 5
Better Than Avg

12

measures

Worse Than Avg

3

measures

Mixed Results

2

measures

Long-Stay Residents
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Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility52.3%
Worse than Avg
Here
52.3%
US
12.1%
IN
24.8%
Howard
11.4%

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

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Residents whose walking got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility2.6%
Better than Avg
Here
2.6%
US
15.3%
IN
13.0%
Howard
19.1%
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Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility34.6%
Worse than Avg
Here
34.6%
US
19.5%
IN
23.5%
Howard
24.2%
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Residents needing more daily help over time

↓ Lower is better
This Facility2.1%
Better than Avg
Here
2.1%
US
14.4%
IN
11.4%
Howard
16.6%
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Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility7.2%
Better than Avg
Here
7.2%
US
15.5%
IN
13.6%
Howard
15.9%
💉

Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility100.0%
Better than Avg
Here
100.0%
US
93.4%
IN
93.6%
Howard
92.1%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
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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%
Howard
81.4%
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Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility99.5%
Better than Avg
Here
99.5%
US
81.8%
IN
81.5%
Howard
80.3%
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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%
Howard
2.0%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

3deficiencies
1penalties
Well below state avg (7.6)
2 complaint-triggered
$24,291 in fines

A serious concern exists as families have filed complaints leading to deficiencies around resident abuse and neglect, including protection from wrongful use of belongings. The facility shows recurring problems with fire safety systems, electrical equipment maintenance, and infection control across multiple surveys. While most issues appear corrected after being identified, the pattern of safety violations and complaint-triggered deficiencies around resident protection warrant careful consideration during any visit.

Mar 20, 2026Routine
6
0311Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.

0353Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0324Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

0741Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.

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.

0684Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

Dec 16, 2025Complaint
1
0602Potential for harm · IsolatedResolved (past non-compliance)

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.

Mar 6, 2025Routine
8
0921Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

0353Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0511Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

0920Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

0684Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

0695Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

0880Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0211Minimal · PatternCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

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

Mar 15, 2024Routine
22
0004Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

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.

0039Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

0300Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Meet other general requirements that are deficient.

0311Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.

0372Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

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

0521Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

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.

0353Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0511Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

0741Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.

0580Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

0642Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure a qualified health professional conducts resident assessments.

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.

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.

0920Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

0037Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Establish staff and initial training requirements.

0345Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

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

Jan 11, 2024Complaint
1
0600Immediate jeopardy · 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.

Federal Penalties

Fine

Jan 11, 2024

$24,291

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

North Woods Village

Organization Type

government

Chain Affiliation

Chain Name

American Senior Communities

Chain Size

91 facilities nationwide

Chain avg rating: 3.8/5 · Rank 71 of 91

Ownership & Management

Key personnel

Ohi Asset (in) Kokomo, LLC5% or Greater Security InterestChies, StevenManaging Control - Governing BodyJackson, BlakeManaging Control - Governing BodyJackson, EthanManaging Control - Governing BodyJackson, MarkManaging Control - Governing Body
Source: Medicare provider data

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