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White River Lodge

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

3710 Kenny Simpson Ln, Bedford, IN 4742174 bedsLicensed & Active
4/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
4.6/5

based on 5 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

White River Lodge appears to be a well-regarded option for those seeking rehab or long-term care, with specific praise for the nursing staff and dining quality. Because the available feedback is limited, we recommend scheduling an in-person tour to observe current staffing levels and daily activities firsthand.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

5 reviews on Google
โ€œWhite River Lodge is described by residents and rehab patients as a welcoming environment with a supportive staff and quality meal options. While feedback is limited, those who provided comments highlight positive experiences with both the nursing team and the facility's atmosphere.โ€

Quality Themes

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Food10.0Staff10.0CleanN/AActivitiesN/AMedsN/AMemoryN/ACommsN/AValueN/A

Strengths

  • Supportive and attentive nursing staff
  • Quality food and dining options
  • Welcoming and home-like environment

Rating Trends

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2344.02017(1)5.02020(1)5.02023(2)4.02024(1)5.02026(1)

Distribution ยท 6 analyzed

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How They Respond to Reviews

0%response rate

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1Given the high marks for your dining program, could you walk us through how the kitchen accommodates specific dietary preferences or nutritional needs for residents?
  • 2With your 5-star health inspection rating, what specific protocols do you have in place to ensure that high standard of care is maintained consistently for every resident?
  • 3I noticed your staffing rating is a 3 out of 5; could you explain how you manage daily staffing levels to ensure residents receive the attentive care mentioned by families?
  • 4Since you have a smaller capacity of 74 residents, how does this size influence the daily activities and the sense of community within the lodge?
  • 5In the event of a medical emergency, what is your process for stabilizing a resident and communicating with family members immediately?
  • 6What steps are taken to address the recent state violations to ensure the facility continues to provide the safe, home-like environment you are known for?

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Key Review Excerpts

โ€œStayed here after knee replacement surgery for rehab, plus stayed here ater hospital stay at Bloomington hospital for physical rehab. Great nurses and staff.โ€

Rehab patient ยท 2020โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…

โ€œThis place is a beautiful home and is full of very good employees. Lots of good food here and friends. Very good ๐Ÿ˜Šโ€

Long-term resident ยท 2023โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…
Source: 5 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day ยท Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.48hrs
65%
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
3.80hrs
93%
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
42%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
40%
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 ยท 17 measures

Medicare Rating
3/ 5
Better Than Avg

9

measures

Worse Than Avg

7

measures

Mixed Results

1

measures

Long-Stay Residents
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Residents with depression symptoms

โ†“ Lower is better
This Facility0.0%
Better than Avg
Here
0.0%
US
12.1%
IN
24.8%
Lawrence
11.2%

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

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Residents needing more daily help over time

โ†“ Lower is better
This Facility27.0%
Worse than Avg
Here
27.0%
US
14.4%
IN
11.4%
Lawrence
13.2%
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Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

โ†“ Lower is better
This Facility34.0%
Worse than Avg
Here
34.0%
US
19.5%
IN
23.5%
Lawrence
28.7%
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Residents on antipsychotic medication

โ†“ Lower is better
This Facility5.8%
Better than Avg
Here
5.8%
US
15.5%
IN
13.6%
Lawrence
17.7%
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Residents who lost too much weight

โ†“ Lower is better
This Facility14.2%
Worse than Avg
Here
14.2%
US
5.3%
IN
5.6%
Lawrence
6.2%
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Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

โ†‘ Higher is better
This Facility100.0%
Better than Avg
Here
100.0%
US
93.4%
IN
93.6%
Lawrence
93.8%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
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Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

โ†‘ Higher is better
This Facility100.0%
Better than Avg
Here
100.0%
US
81.8%
IN
81.5%
Lawrence
79.3%
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Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

โ†‘ Higher is better
This Facility85.7%
Better than Avg
Here
85.7%
US
79.8%
IN
79.0%
Lawrence
75.2%
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Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

โ†“ Lower is better
This Facility3.9%
Worse than Avg
Here
3.9%
US
1.6%
IN
1.3%
Lawrence
2.1%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback ยท Medicare 2026

3deficiencies
Well below state avg (7.6)

White River Lodge has a mixed safety record with 9 deficiencies across 2 surveys, all reportedly corrected by the facility. The main concern areas involve fire safety systems, emergency power equipment, and resident notification procedures. While no complaints were filed by families, the facility has faced recurring issues with safety infrastructure and administrative processes, though they appear to address problems when identified during inspections.

Mar 27, 2026Routine
15
0039Potential for harm ยท WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

0041Potential for harm ยท WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Implement emergency and standby power systems.

0353Potential for harm ยท WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0511Potential for harm ยท WidespreadCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

0712Potential for harm ยท WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

0914Potential for harm ยท 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 ยท WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

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

0921Potential for harm ยท WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

0222Potential for harm ยท 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.

0605Potential for harm ยท 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.

0695Potential for harm ยท IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

0791Potential for harm ยท IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

0291Minimal ยท WidespreadCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

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

0346Minimal ยท WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.

0354Minimal ยท WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.

Jun 2, 2025Routine
2
0761Potential for harm ยท 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 ยท IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

White River Lodge

Organization Type

government

Chain Affiliation

Chain Name

Real Property Health Facilities

Chain Size

9 facilities nationwide

Chain avg rating: 3.9/5 ยท Rank 1 of 9 (Best)

Ownership & Management

Owners

Rush Memorial Hospital

Owner ยท Organization

100%

Key personnel

Jenkins, TangieW-2 Managing EmployeeKinder, AshleyW-2 Managing EmployeeSmith, BradleyW-2 Managing EmployeeBacon, MarkOfficer / DirectorBurkett, KiplandOfficer / Director
Source: Medicare provider data

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