Alexandria Care Center
1912 S Park Ave · Alexandria, IN · 46001 · 7657244478
70 certified beds Government - County
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.76 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.52 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.10 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 45% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (14 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G April 28, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected May 24, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2025
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected September 5, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2025
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected September 5, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected September 5, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2025
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected September 5, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2025
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.
Corrected September 5, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected September 5, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D July 3, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected August 8, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D August 30, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected September 3, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 30, 2024
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected September 3, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E August 30, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected September 3, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 3, 2023
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Corrected October 6, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 3, 2023
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.
Corrected October 6, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D October 3, 2023
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected October 6, 2023 · Infection Control
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 155521 · certified since July 1, 1994. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.