Above average — CMS composite of the measures below.
A standard survey is most likely before around August 2026
Estimate from public CMS data, current as of July 2026. Survey timing is at the state agency's discretion.
Citation history
Health deficiencies cited at Vancrest Health Care Center during CMS and state inspections, most recent first.
The facility did not offer a sufficient variety of activities to meet the individual needs and preferences of its residents. Several residents, all cognitively intact and with documented interests in specific activities, reported not being informed about or invited to activities, and activity calendars showed only limited options, with no evening events and minimal weekend programming. The activity program did not align with facility policy or resident preferences, as confirmed by both resident interviews and staff statements.
Two residents with complex medical histories did not receive regularly scheduled care plan conferences as required. Instead, care conferences were only offered upon request, which was inconsistent with facility policy mandating at least quarterly interdisciplinary reviews in conjunction with the MDS assessment.
A resident with dementia and failure to thrive, dependent on staff for eating and on hospice care, was not offered or assisted with her noon meal. Staff miscommunication led to her meal tray remaining on the cart and not being delivered, despite facility policy requiring assistance with meals for dependent residents.
A resident with diabetes and peripheral vascular disease did not receive wound care to the right great toe as ordered by the physician, with betadine applied only once daily instead of three times daily. Nursing staff and documentation confirmed the treatment was not provided at the prescribed frequency, despite ongoing wound assessments showing improvement.
A resident with multiple medical conditions was found with several unidentified medications left unattended on her bedside tray, without a documented self-administration assessment. The resident reported that a nurse routinely left her medications for her to take at her own pace, and the RN confirmed this practice, acknowledging it was not appropriate.
Failure to Provide Sufficient and Varied Resident Activities
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Summary
The facility failed to provide a variety of activities that met the needs and preferences of its residents, as evidenced by observations, record reviews, and interviews. Multiple residents, all of whom were cognitively intact and had clearly documented preferences for specific activities such as reading, music, group events, and outdoor time, reported not being offered or informed about activities that matched their interests. Activity calendars reviewed showed only two activities scheduled per day on weekdays, with one activity on weekends, and a lack of evening activities. Some residents did not receive activity calendars or personal invitations to participate, and there was no evidence of activity staff engaging with residents in their rooms to encourage participation or inform them of available options. Interviews with residents revealed dissatisfaction with the activity offerings, with several stating they did not attend activities due to lack of interest or awareness, and some expressing that the activities provided did not align with their preferences. One resident reported enjoying outdoor and music activities but noted these were not available, especially in the evenings. Another resident and their family member confirmed not receiving an activity calendar or information about ongoing activities. Observations further supported these findings, with activity rooms often empty or sparsely attended, and activity staff only bringing in a small number of residents for scheduled events. The facility's own policy required that activities be scheduled seven days a week, including evenings and weekends, and be tailored to residents' individual needs, preferences, and cultural interests. However, the actual practice did not align with this policy, as the activity program was limited in scope and frequency, and did not reflect the diverse interests or schedules of the residents. The activities director confirmed the limited number of activities and acknowledged a decrease in participation since COVID, but there was no evidence of efforts to adapt the program to better meet resident needs.
Failure to Routinely Provide Scheduled Care Plan Conferences
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to ensure that care plan conferences were routinely offered and provided as required for two residents. Medical record review showed that one resident, who was cognitively intact and had multiple diagnoses including hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease, diabetes, and major depressive disorder, had not had a documented care conference since a specific date. Another cognitively intact resident with diagnoses such as hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease, schizophrenia, diabetes with polyneuropathy, peripheral vascular disease, osteoarthritis, and depression, had not had any care conferences since admission. Interviews with Social Services staff confirmed that the facility did not schedule regular care conferences, instead offering them only as an open invitation or upon request by the resident or their representative. Review of the facility's policy indicated that care plans should be reviewed and updated at least quarterly and in conjunction with the quarterly MDS assessment, as well as during significant changes in condition or after hospital readmission. The lack of scheduled care conferences was inconsistent with this policy.
Failure to Offer and Assist with Meals for Dependent Resident
Penalty
Summary
A deficiency occurred when a resident who was dependent on staff for activities of daily living, including eating, was not offered or assisted with their noon meal. The resident, who had diagnoses of adult failure to thrive and dementia and was on hospice care, was observed alone and sleeping in her room while meal trays were being distributed. The resident's meal tray remained on the cart and was not delivered or offered to her. Staff interviews revealed confusion and miscommunication regarding responsibility for offering the meal, with the CNA stating she did not deliver the tray because the hospice aide was working with the resident, and later indicating she was not instructed to offer the meal. The LPN confirmed that the hospice aide had requested the CNA to attempt to arouse and feed the resident when the meal arrived, but this was not carried out. The resident's medical record indicated she was dependent on staff for eating and required a specialized diet. The facility's policy required staff to serve trays and assist residents who need help with eating. Despite this, the resident was not offered her meal, and her daughter later stated she wanted staff to offer each meal, even if she did not want her mother to be awoken for meals. The failure to offer and assist with the meal was directly observed and confirmed through staff interviews and record review.
Failure to Follow Physician Orders for Wound Care
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to ensure that wound treatments for a resident with peripheral vascular disease and type II diabetes mellitus were completed as ordered by the physician. The physician's order specified that betadine should be applied to the resident's right great toe three times daily, but review of the Treatment Administration Record (TAR) showed that the treatment was only provided once daily over a period of more than two weeks. This discrepancy was confirmed by both nursing staff and documentation review. The resident, who had intact cognition, also reported not receiving the expected care for his toe on at least one occasion. Weekly wound and skin assessments indicated that the wound was initially identified and assessed, with ongoing documentation showing improvement in the wound's condition. However, interviews with nursing staff confirmed that the treatment was not administered according to the physician's order, as it was only scheduled and provided once daily instead of three times daily. Observations of the wound by nursing staff described it as improving, with healthy granulation tissue and intact surrounding skin, but the failure to follow the prescribed treatment frequency constituted a deficiency in care.
Medications Left Unattended at Bedside
Penalty
Summary
A resident with a history of right fibula fracture, osteoporosis, ankle effusion, anxiety, and major depression was observed lying in bed with several unidentified medications left in a plastic cup on her bedside tray. There was no assessment for self-administration of medication documented for this resident. During observation, the resident picked up the cup, spilled the pills on her bed, and began taking them one at a time. The resident later stated that a nurse had placed the medications on her bedside tray and walked away, and that she preferred to take her time with her pills due to difficulty swallowing larger tablets. The registered nurse confirmed that she had left the medications on the bedside tray for the resident to take when she woke up, acknowledging that this was not the correct procedure.
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| Facility | Distance | Overall rating | Citations, 12 mo | Serious (J–L) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Van Wert Manor | 2 mi | ★★★★★ | 0 | 0 |
| Divine Rehabilitation And Nursing At Shane Hill | 11.1 mi | ★★★★★ | 0 | 0 |
| Colonial Nursing Center Of Rockford | 12.1 mi | ★★★★★ | 23 | 0 |
| Adams Woodcrest | 15.3 mi | ★★★★★ | 2 | 0 |
| Vancrest Of Delphos | 15.6 mi | ★★★★★ | 1 | 0 |
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