Heritage Healthcare

Nursing Home · West Lafayette, IN

CMS overall rating 3/5 Government - County

CMS certification number155402

Contact & location

3401 Soldiers Home RD
West Lafayette, IN 47906
Tippecanoe County
Phone
(765) 463-1541
ZIP code
47906 – all care providers

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Facility details

Certified beds
127
Residents per day
79.2 (62% occupied)
Ownership
Government - County
Legal name
Hendricks County Hospital
Chain
Life Care Centers of America (194 facilities, avg 3.4★)
Medicare certified since
August 18, 1989
Participates in
Medicare and Medicaid
Council
Resident council

CMS star ratings

Overall★★★★★ 3/5
State avg 3.1
Health inspections★★★★★ 2/5
State avg 2.8
Staffing★★★★★ 4/5
State avg 2.5
Quality measures★★★★★ 5/5
State avg 4.1
Long-stay quality★★★★★ 5/5
Short-stay quality★★★★★ 5/5

Staffing

Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.

Total nurse staffing
3.42 (state 3.68 · U.S. 3.86)
Registered nurses (RN)
1.24 (state 0.67 · U.S. 0.69)
Licensed practical nurses
0.35 (state 0.78 · U.S. 0.86)
Nurse aides
1.84 (state 2.23 · U.S. 2.32)
Weekend total
3.06 (state 3.24 · U.S. 3.42)
Nursing staff turnover
45.5 (state 45.9 · U.S. 45.8)%
RN turnover
31.6 (state 40.3 · U.S. 42.9)%
Administrators who left
0 in the last year

Inspections

Last standard inspection
August 5, 2025
Health deficiencies (last cycle)
8.0 (state 7.2 · U.S. 9.3)
From complaints
1
Citations on record (3 years)
24 health · 10 fire safety
DateCitationSeverityStatus
2026-02-18 Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
F0602 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Past Non-Compliance
2025-08-05 Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-08-18
2025-08-05 Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
F0804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-08-18
2025-08-05 Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
F0921 · Environmental Deficiencies
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-08-18
2025-08-05 Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
F0628 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-08-18
2025-08-05 PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
F0645 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-08-18
2025-08-05 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-08-18
2025-08-05 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-08-18
2024-09-11 Protect a residents' right to refuse some types of non-requested transfers within the nursing home.
F0560 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-09-30
2024-07-12 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.
F0761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-08-13
2024-07-12 Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
F0640 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-08-13
2024-07-12 Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
F0644 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-08-13
2024-07-12 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-08-13
2024-07-12 Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
F0686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-08-13
2024-07-12 Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
F0690 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-08-13
2024-07-12 Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
F0698 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-08-13
2024-07-12 Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
F0700 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-08-13
2024-07-12 Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
F0758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-08-13
2024-07-12 Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
F0610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-08-13
2023-04-27 Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2023-05-25
2023-04-27 Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
F0921 · Environmental Deficiencies
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2023-05-25
2023-04-27 Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
F0641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2023-05-25
2023-04-27 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2023-05-25
2023-04-27 Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
F0755 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2023-05-25

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Fines & penalties

No federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.

Ownership & management

NameRoleSince
Bentinganan, Victor (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Davis, Joshua (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Hendricks County Hospital (organization)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Lafayette Medical Investors Limited Partnership (organization)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Life Care Centers of America, INC. (organization)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Preston, Forrest (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Fenoughty, Deanna (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Engels, Erin (individual)Managing Control - Governing Body · NOT APPLICABLE
Gentry, Mark (individual)Managing Control - Governing Body · NOT APPLICABLE
Starkey, Tyler (individual)Managing Control - Governing Body · NOT APPLICABLE
Waite, John (individual)Managing Control - Governing Body · NOT APPLICABLE
Whicker, Timothy (individual)Managing Control - Governing Body · NOT APPLICABLE
Bentinganan, Victor (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Cross, Cindy (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Davis, Joshua (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Fenoughty, Deanna (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Fletcher, Todd (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Henry, Terry (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Lafayette Medical Investors Limited Partnership (organization)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Lay, Lisa (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Life Care Centers of America, INC. (organization)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Preston, Aubrey (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Preston, Forrest (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Swanker, Richard (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Thurmond, Joan (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Ziegler, James (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Engels, Erin (individual)Trustee Of The Snf · NOT APPLICABLE
Gentry, Mark (individual)Trustee Of The Snf · NOT APPLICABLE
Starkey, Tyler (individual)Trustee Of The Snf · NOT APPLICABLE
Waite, John (individual)Trustee Of The Snf · NOT APPLICABLE
Whicker, Timothy (individual)Trustee Of The Snf · NOT APPLICABLE

Frequently asked questions

What is the rating of Heritage Healthcare?

Heritage Healthcare has a 3-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 3.1-star average in Indiana.

How many beds does Heritage Healthcare have?

It has 127 certified beds and cares for about 79 residents per day.

Has Heritage Healthcare been fined?

CMS lists no federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.

Who owns Heritage Healthcare?

It is part of Life Care Centers of America and is classified as government - county. See the ownership table above for all owners and managers reported to CMS.

What is the phone number of Heritage Healthcare?

(765) 463-1541. The facility is located at 3401 Soldiers Home RD, West Lafayette, IN 47906.

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Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.