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Nursing homes in La Porte County, Indiana
There are 5 certified nursing homes in La Porte County, Indiana, with 644 beds between them.
60% of them are rated 1 or 2 stars overall, a larger share than the state (37%). Inspectors recorded 205 health deficiencies over three cycles, 31.8 per 100 beds against 24.2 statewide.
No fines are listed for facilities in the county in the period covered.
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 | La Porte County | Indiana | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Facilities | 5 | 507 | 14690 |
| Rated 1–2 stars overall | 60% | 37% | 41% |
| Median overall rating | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| Citations per 100 beds (3 cycles) | 31.8 | 24.2 | 26.8 |
| Median nurse hours per resident day | 3.4 | 3.6 | 3.7 |
| Fines listed | $0 | $4.2M | $457M |
Facilities
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Life Care Center of Michigan City | Michigan City | 120 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 36 | 30.0 | — | 28 Oct 2025 |
| Miller'S Health & Rehab By Miller'S Merry Manor | La Porte | 81 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 26 | 32.1 | — | 25 Jul 2025 |
| Brickyard Healthcare - Laporte Care Center | La Porte | 87 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 34 | 39.1 | — | 15 May 2026 |
| Brickyard Healthcare - Terrace Care Center | La Porte | 176 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 44 | 25.0 | — | 11 Jun 2026 |
| Aperion Care Arbors Michigan City | Michigan City | 180 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 65 | 36.1 | — | 13 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 |
|---|---|---|
| F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | 20 |
| F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | 17 |
| F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | 13 |
| F0692 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | 11 |
| F0554 | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. | 10 |
Ownership
| Type | Facilities |
|---|---|
| For profit | 5 |
Chains present: Brickyard Healthcare (2), Aperion Care (1), Life Care Centers Of America (1), Miller'S Merry Manor (1).
Questions and answers
How many nursing homes are in La Porte County, Indiana?
5 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 644 certified beds.
Which nursing homes in La Porte County have the highest CMS ratings?
Life Care Center of Michigan City (3 stars), Miller'S Health & Rehab By Miller'S Merry Manor (3 stars), Brickyard Healthcare - Laporte Care Center (2 stars)
How do La Porte County nursing homes compare with Indiana?
60% are rated 1–2 stars overall against 37% statewide; citations run at 31.8 per 100 beds against 24.2 statewide.