WATERS OF NEW CASTLE, THE

The Waters of New Castle is a skilled nursing facility located at 1000 N 16th St in New Castle, Indiana (ZIP 47362), situated in Henry County. The facility operates under non-profit corporate ownership and is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid. It has a total of 66 certified beds and is currently active. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) assigns star ratings to nursing facilities across several categories. The Waters of New Castle holds an overall CMS rating of 4 stars, which is above the national average of 3.0 stars. In the health inspection category, the facility receives 4 stars, also above the national average. The staffing rating stands at 2 stars, which falls below the national average. The quality measure rating is 3 stars, in line with the national average. These ratings are based on data reported to and verified by CMS, and reflect health inspection results, staffing levels, and clinical quality measures at the time of the most recent data collection. The Waters of New Castle is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources. This dual certification means the facility is available to residents who qualify for federal Medicare coverage, typically based on age or disability status, as well as those who qualify for Medicaid, which is a joint federal and state program for individuals who meet certain income and resource criteria. Prospective residents and their families are advised to contact the facility directly at (765) 521-1420 to confirm current payment options and availability. When compared to national benchmarks, The Waters of New Castle presents a mixed profile. Its overall 4-star rating and 4-star health inspection rating are both above the national average of 3.0 stars, indicating stronger performance in those areas relative to nursing facilities nationwide. The quality measure rating of 3 stars aligns with the national average. However, the staffing rating of 2 stars is below the national average, which may be a relevant consideration for those evaluating care capacity and nurse-to-resident ratios. With 66 certified beds, the facility is smaller than many nursing facilities, which can influence operational characteristics and staffing patterns. The facility's non-profit corporate structure distinguishes it from for-profit providers, though ownership type alone does not determine care quality as measured by CMS ratings.