Willow Crossing Health & Rehabilitation Center
Below-average Medicare ratings — review the inspection history and ask the administrator about recent corrections before visiting.
based on 25 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 (2/5 stars)
Below average in IN · Below recommended RN staffing · Above average staffing · No penalties on record
What this means for your family
Willow Crossing shows strong results for short-term rehabilitation, with many families satisfied with the care provided. However, given the serious reports of medication errors and hygiene issues, we strongly recommend conducting a surprise visit and asking for a detailed plan on how the facility manages and verifies resident medications.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
25 reviews on Google“Willow Crossing Health & Rehabilitation Center receives polarized feedback, with recent positive reviews highlighting compassionate staff and successful rehabilitation outcomes. However, long-term concerns persist regarding inconsistent care quality, specifically regarding medication management, hygiene, and responsiveness to resident needs.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Compassionate and friendly nursing staff
- Effective rehabilitation services
- Positive dining experiences
- Modern memory care wing
Concerns
- Inconsistent hygiene and cleanliness in resident rooms (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
- Poor medication management and scheduling of doctor appointments (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
- Understaffing leading to slow response times for resident assistance (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 29 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
Questions for Your Tour
- 1We've heard wonderful things about the compassion of your nursing staff; how do you ensure that this level of care remains consistent across all shifts?
- 2What specific protocols are in place to ensure medication is administered accurately and on schedule?
- 3How does the facility manage housekeeping and room cleanliness to ensure a comfortable environment for residents?
- 4With the recent updates to the memory care wing, what kind of daily activities and social engagement are planned for residents there?
- 5How do you handle communication between the nursing staff and family members regarding doctor appointments and health updates?
- 6In the event of a medical emergency during the night, what is the immediate process for notifying the family and coordinating care?
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Key Review Excerpts
“The new Memory Care wing is beautiful and state of the art.”
“I stayed here and during my stay i endured hours without have a bed change. Days without a shower. The cna’s were talking about the death of another resident in my room.”
“I have a sibling who is in this facily and they are always messing up meds, appointments to doctors ( very important appointments) and no one seems to be able to give a true honest answer when they are questioned by me or a family member about their mistakes.”
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 anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents on antipsychotic medication
Residents whose walking got worse
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
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 has persistent problems with medication management, wound care, and fire safety across multiple years, with families filing complaint reports about medication issues and wound care. The 56 deficiencies span recurring concerns including pressure ulcer prevention, proper medication labeling, food safety, and building safety systems like fire alarms and exit lighting, with some issues like medication management appearing in surveys from 2023 through 2025, suggesting ongoing challenges despite correction attempts.
Mar 11, 2026Routine12
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.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies
Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Feb 19, 2026Complaint2
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.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Feb 18, 2025Routine12
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
Egress Deficiencies
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Smoke Deficiencies
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
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.
Administration Deficiencies
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Construction Deficiencies
Meet other general requirements.
Aug 28, 2024Complaint1
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Apr 19, 2024Routine12
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
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.
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
Ensure that waiting areas, nurse’s stations, gift shops, and cooking facilities, open to the corridor are properly protected.
Services Deficiencies
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
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.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Oct 26, 2023Complaint3
Infection Control Deficiencies
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
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.
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
Willow Crossing Health & Rehabilitation Center
government
Ownership & Management
Owners
Witham Memorial Hospital
Owner · Organization
Reed, Michael
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Key personnel
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