COLONIAL NURSING HOME

Colonial Nursing Home is a long-term care facility located at 119 N Indiana Ave in Crown Point, Indiana (ZIP 46307), situated in Lake County. The facility operates 55 certified beds and is classified as a for-profit, individually owned nursing home. It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) assigns star ratings to nursing facilities based on three primary domains: health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Colonial Nursing Home holds an overall CMS star rating of 2 out of 5. This overall rating falls below the national average of 3.0 stars. The health inspection rating is 2 out of 5, also below the national average, reflecting findings from standard and complaint surveys conducted by state inspectors. The staffing rating is 3 out of 5, which aligns with the national average and reflects the levels of nursing and aide staffing hours per resident per day as reported to CMS. The quality measure rating is 3 out of 5, also at the national average, based on clinical data related to resident outcomes such as mobility, pain management, and use of certain medications. Colonial Nursing Home is certified to accept payment through both Medicare and Medicaid programs. This dual certification allows the facility to serve residents who qualify for federal Medicare coverage, typically for short-term skilled nursing or rehabilitation needs, as well as residents who qualify for Medicaid, which often supports longer-term custodial care. Individuals seeking placement at this facility are advised to contact the facility directly at (219) 663-2532 to confirm current bed availability, specific services covered, and any out-of-pocket costs that may apply. When compared to national benchmarks, Colonial Nursing Home presents a mixed profile. Its overall 2-star rating and 2-star health inspection rating indicate performance below national averages in those areas. The staffing and quality measure ratings, each at 3 stars, are consistent with national norms. Prospective residents and their families may wish to review the full CMS inspection report, available through the Medicare Care Compare database, to understand the specific findings behind each rating category. This facility serves as one of several nursing home options within Lake County, Indiana, and Crown Point specifically.