Life Care Center Of The Willows
Valparaiso, Indiana
1000 Elizabeth Dr, Valparaiso, IN, 46383
Life Care Center Of The Willows Quality & Safety Report
Average
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 →
Safety & Inspections
- Health deficiencies
- National median: 7
- 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
- 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.
- Overall
- Health inspection
- Staffing
- Quality measures
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.
Nearby facilities
- Valparaiso Care & Rehabilitation 0.9 mi
606 Wall Street, Valparaiso, IN, 46383
- Brickyard Healthcare - Valparaiso Care Center 0.9 mi
251 Sturdy Rd, Valparaiso, IN, 46383
- Avalon Springs Health Campus 1.2 mi
2400 Silhavy Road, Valparaiso, IN, 46383
- Life Care Center Of Valparaiso 1.9 mi
3405 N Campbell Rd, Valparaiso, IN, 46385
About this data
How to read this page
Star ratings vs. Care Quality Score: The Google star rating reflects visitor and family opinions collected from public reviews. The Care Quality Score is an independent metric derived entirely from federal inspection data — the two measure different things, and comparing them side-by-side gives a fuller picture.
Where this data comes from
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