Life Care Center Of The Willows

Life Care Center Of The Willows

Valparaiso, Indiana

Address

1000 Elizabeth Dr, Valparaiso, IN, 46383

Phone

+1 219-464-4858

5.8 /10

Life Care Center Of The Willows Quality & Safety Report

Average

Inspections: 2★ (50%) Staffing: 4★ (25%) Quality: 4★ (25%)

CMS Official Overall: 2★ / 5

CMS data as of January 2026

This score is calculated from three federally reported CMS metrics: Health Inspections (weighted 50%), Staffing levels (25%), and Quality Measures (25%). Facilities with serious safety findings receive score deductions. For centers with 5+ Google reviews, resident feedback contributes 15% of the final score. Learn more →

$14,886 fines 8 health deficiencies

Safety & Inspections

Health deficiencies
National median: 7
8 above national median
Total federal penalties
$14,886

CMS data as of January 1, 2026

Staffing breakdown

Average hours of nursing care each resident receives per day, by staff role. Higher numbers generally indicate more attentive care.

Total nurse staffing
National median: 4.12 hrs
3.69 hrs below national median
Registered nurse (RN)
0.80 hrs
Licensed practical nurse (LPN)
0.75 hrs
Certified nursing aide (CNA)
2.12 hrs
Physical therapy
0.08 hrs

Quality rating trend

Overall rating improved from 1 to 2 stars over 18 data points.

Quality rating trend for Life Care Center Of The Willows 1 2 3 4 5 Jun 24 Sep 24 Dec 24 Apr 25 Jul 25 Dec 25 Feb 26
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Facility profile

Type
Skilled Nursing Facility
Capacity
92 certified beds · ~62 avg residents/day (68% occupancy)
Ownership
For profit - Individual
Payment accepted
Medicare Medicaid (Medicare and Medicaid)

About

Life Care Center of the Willows is a 92-bed, for-profit skilled nursing facility located in Valparaiso, Indiana. The center holds a 2-star overall rating from CMS, based on a 2-star health inspection score and 4-star ratings for both staffing and quality measures. The facility is owned by an individual and provides long-term care and rehabilitation services.

Location

1000 Elizabeth Dr, Valparaiso, IN, 46383, Valparaiso, IN

Frequently asked questions

What is the overall CMS rating for Life Care Center Of The Willows?
Life Care Center Of The Willows has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars.
How did Life Care Center Of The Willows score on health inspections?
Life Care Center Of The Willows received a health inspection rating of 2 out of 5 stars from CMS.
What is the staffing rating for Life Care Center Of The Willows?
Life Care Center Of The Willows has a staffing rating of 4 out of 5 stars, based on nurse-to-resident ratios.
How many beds does Life Care Center Of The Willows have?
Life Care Center Of The Willows has 92 certified beds.
Does Life Care Center Of The Willows accept Medicare or Medicaid?
Yes, Life Care Center Of The Willows accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
Where is Life Care Center Of The Willows located?
Life Care Center Of The Willows is located at 1000 Elizabeth Dr, Valparaiso, IN, 46383, Valparaiso, Indiana.
How can I contact Life Care Center Of The Willows?
You can reach Life Care Center Of The Willows by phone at +1 219-464-4858.

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Where this data comes from

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