Waters of Huntingburg, the
Below-average Medicare ratings — review the inspection history and ask the administrator about recent corrections before visiting.
based on 15 Google reviews
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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)
- Low staffing rating (1/5 stars)
- Above-median deficiencies (13 vs median 6)
- High staff turnover (69%)
- High RN turnover (57%)
Below average in IN · Below recommended RN staffing · No penalties on record
What this means for your family
The facility has made notable investments in memory care and hospice suites, which are highly regarded by recent visitors. However, given the reports of inconsistent call light response times and communication issues, we recommend visiting during a weekend or evening to observe staff responsiveness firsthand.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
15 reviews on Google“The Waters of Huntingburg receives praise for its dedicated nursing staff, quality food, and recent facility updates, particularly in the dementia and hospice units. However, some residents have reported significant concerns regarding communication, responsiveness, and a restrictive atmosphere. Families should weigh the positive, family-oriented culture described by many against specific complaints about call light response times and staff demeanor.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Dedicated and caring nursing staff
- Quality food and dining options
- Recent updates to dementia and hospice units
- Hometown, family-oriented atmosphere
Concerns
- Poor responsiveness to call lights and resident needs (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
- Staff communication and demeanor perceived as condescending (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 17 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
This facility rarely responds to reviews.
Questions for Your Tour
- 1Given the recent updates to your dementia and hospice units, how do these specialized environments enhance the daily experience for residents?
- 2I noticed that staffing levels are a high priority for families; how do you ensure that call lights are answered promptly and that residents' needs are met in a timely manner?
- 3We value clear and respectful communication; what steps does your leadership team take to ensure that staff interactions with both residents and family members remain professional and supportive?
- 4With the facility's focus on a hometown, family-oriented atmosphere, what kind of social activities or events are planned to keep residents engaged throughout the week?
- 5How does your nursing team coordinate care and communicate updates to families, especially when medical concerns or emergencies arise?
- 6I see that you have engaged with some feedback online; how does the facility use family input to make improvements to the care provided?
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Key Review Excerpts
“The nursing staff goes above and beyond to help facilitate the needs of the residents and allow them to experience a positive, safe, family-oriented atmosphere.”
“Wonderful care, love the dementia unit update!”
“The food is surprisingly really good. The place ain’t fancy but I’d call it homey. The people seem to care.”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026Both 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
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Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Residents needing more daily help over time
Residents on antipsychotic medication
Residents whose walking got worse
Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
This facility shows concerning patterns with families filing 19 complaints that triggered federal violations, highlighting persistent issues in care planning, medication management, and dementia care. Key problem areas include resident assessment and care planning (appearing across multiple surveys), medication errors and pharmaceutical services, and quality of care issues particularly for residents with dementia. While the facility corrects identified problems, the recurring nature of deficiencies in core care areas and the significant number of family complaints suggest ongoing quality concerns that families should carefully consider.
Mar 20, 2026Complaint3
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Jan 23, 2026Complaint3
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.
Sep 12, 2025Routine12
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Smoke Deficiencies
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
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.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
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.
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.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Services Deficiencies
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
Services Deficiencies
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Jul 22, 2025Complaint1
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Feb 5, 2025Complaint2
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that the facility has sufficient staff members who possess the competencies and skills to meet the behavioral health needs of residents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Dec 18, 2024Complaint1
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Waters of Huntingburg, the
for profit
Chain Affiliation
Infinity Healthcare Consulting
70 facilities nationwide
Chain avg rating: 2.2/5 · Rank 26 of 69
Ownership & Management
Owners
Putnam County Hospital
Owner · Organization
Key personnel
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