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Nursing homes in Jefferson County, Indiana
There are 5 certified nursing homes in Jefferson County, Indiana, with 411 beds between them.
40% of them are rated 1 or 2 stars overall, about the same share as the state (37%). Inspectors recorded 151 health deficiencies over three cycles, 36.7 per 100 beds against 24.2 statewide.
Fines in the period covered total $54K across 1 fine.
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. Data processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026.
| Measure | Jefferson County | Indiana | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Facilities | 5 | 507 | 14690 |
| Rated 1–2 stars overall | 40% | 37% | 41% |
| Median overall rating | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Citations per 100 beds (3 cycles) | 36.7 | 24.2 | 26.8 |
| Median nurse hours per resident day | 3.4 | 3.6 | 3.7 |
| Fines listed | $54K | $4.2M | $457M |
Facilities
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thornton Terrace Health Campus | Hanover | 55 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 12 | 21.8 | — | 10 Sep 2025 |
| Hickory Creek At Madison | Madison | 36 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 7 | 19.4 | — | 18 Sep 2025 |
| River Terrace Health Campus | Madison | 57 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 20 | 35.1 | — | 6 Mar 2026 |
| Aperion Care Hanover | Hanover | 125 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 57 | 45.6 | $54K | 16 Apr 2026 |
| Waters of Clifty Falls, The | Madison | 138 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 55 | 39.9 | — | 14 May 2026 |
Sorted by overall rating. "Citations" are health deficiencies over three survey cycles; "per 100 beds" divides by certified beds.
Most-cited tags in the county
| Tag | Requirement | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| F0761 | 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. | 11 |
| F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | 9 |
| F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | 9 |
| F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | 9 |
| F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | 7 |
Ownership
| Type | Facilities |
|---|---|
| For profit | 5 |
Chains present: Trilogy Health Services (2), Aperion Care (1), American Senior Communities (1), Infinity Healthcare Consulting (1).
Questions and answers
How many nursing homes are in Jefferson County, Indiana?
5 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 411 certified beds.
Which nursing homes in Jefferson County have the highest CMS ratings?
Thornton Terrace Health Campus (5 stars), Hickory Creek At Madison (4 stars), River Terrace Health Campus (3 stars)
How do Jefferson County nursing homes compare with Indiana?
40% are rated 1–2 stars overall against 37% statewide; citations run at 36.7 per 100 beds against 24.2 statewide.