Shady Nook Care Center
Lawrenceburg, IN · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 155525) · 94 certified beds
Health inspection: 2 · Quality measures: 4 · Staffing: 1
Federal fines: none on current record
Phone: (812) 537-0930 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Shady Nook Care Center has a CMS overall rating of 1 out of 5 stars, below the Indiana state average of 3.14. Its health inspection rating is 2 out of 5, and its staffing rating is 1 out of 5.
Shady Nook Care Center reports total nurse staffing of about 2.97 hours per resident per day, including 0.75 RN hours per resident per day, and carries a CMS staffing rating of 1 out of 5. Nursing staff turnover data was not reported for this facility.
Shady Nook Care Center has no federal fines on record, with 0 fines totaling $0.00 and 0 payment denials reported by CMS. No abuse icon or Special Focus Facility designation was indicated in the available CMS data for this facility.
About this facility
Shady Nook Care Center is a for-profit corporation-owned nursing home in Lawrenceburg, Dearborn County, Indiana, certified for both Medicare and Medicaid since 1994. The facility is licensed for 94 beds and reports an average daily census of 88.1 residents.
According to CMS Care Compare, Shady Nook holds an overall star rating of 1 out of 5, which is below the Indiana state average of 3.14. The rating breaks down across four CMS categories: health inspections rated 2 out of 5, staffing rated 1 out of 5, and quality measures rated 4 out of 5.
Nurse staffing data show total nurse hours of 2.97 per resident per day, including 0.75 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover figures were not provided in the available data.
On the penalty record, CMS data show 0 federal fines totaling $0.00 — no federal fines on record — and 0 payment denials for this facility. No abuse icon or Special Focus Facility designation was indicated in the supplied data.
Shady Nook Care Center is part of a chain associated with Adams County Memorial Hospital, which operates 8 facilities with an average CMS rating of 2.9 across the chain. CMS data indicate no change in ownership within the past 12 months, so current ratings reflect the existing operator.
This profile is based on CMS Care Compare data as reported; families are encouraged to review the full inspection record directly on Care Compare for the most current details.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
Shady Nook Care Center has a CMS overall rating of 1 out of 5 stars, which is below the Indiana state average of 3.14.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
Yes, Shady Nook Care Center is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
The facility reports 2.97 total nurse hours and 0.75 RN hours per resident per day, with a CMS staffing rating of 1 out of 5; turnover data was not reported.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
No, CMS data show 0 fines totaling $0.00 and 0 payment denials — no federal fines on record.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
The provided data does not indicate an abuse icon or Special Focus Facility designation for this facility.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
Shady Nook Care Center is certified for 94 beds and has an average daily census of 88.1 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is owned by a for-profit corporation and is part of a chain associated with Adams County Memorial Hospital, which operates 8 facilities with an average rating of 2.9.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
The facility was first approved for Medicare/Medicaid certification on May 9, 1994.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates facilities on four measures — overall, health inspections, staffing, and quality measures; Shady Nook scores 1, 2, 1, and 4 out of 5 respectively.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The provided data does not specify rehabilitation services; contact the facility at 812-537-0930 and verify on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The data provided does not cover tour details; contact the facility at 812-537-0930 to arrange a visit and review the inspection record on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review the most current inspection, staffing, and quality data at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/155525?state=IN.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.