Best Skilled Nursing in Columbus, Indiana
7 communities found
Columbus, Indiana has 7 skilled nursing communities, all residential, with an average family rating of 4.4 drawn from 246 reviews read. Of the 5 communities with Medicare star ratings, the average is 3.6 stars, with 2 rated five stars and 1 rated one star.
- 7communities
- 4.4average rating, 7 rated
- 246family reviews read
- 1operator-verified
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
Independence Village of Columbus
Columbus, Indiana
4.6(74)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Four Seasons Retirement Community
Columbus, Indiana
4.7(22)
Independent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Silver Oaks Health Campus
Columbus, Indiana
4.5(54)
Assisted LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Athens Crossing
Columbus, Indiana
4.7(9)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Hickory Creek at Columbus
Columbus, Indiana
4.2(33)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Willow Crossing Health & Rehab
Columbus, Indiana
4.1(25)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
The Belmont Health & Rehabilitation
Columbus, Indiana
3.9(29)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated skilled nursing in Columbus
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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Independence Village of Columbus
4.6 (74 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Families describe a warm, welcoming community with friendly, attentive staff, a clean building, quality dining, and a range of resident activities.
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Four Seasons Retirement Community
4.7 (22 reviews)· Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 30 units
Families praise attentive nursing, CNA, and therapy staff for residents with significant physical needs, along with good dining and communication.
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4.5 (54 reviews)· Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 80 units
Most reviewers call Silver Oaks a warm, family-like environment with strong therapy and rehab services, though one account raised communication concerns.
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4.7 (9 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Reviewers consistently praise the social, well-maintained atmosphere, the clubhouse, and the maintenance-free lifestyle at this independent living community.
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Hickory Creek at ColumbusVerified
4.2 (33 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 36 units
Families praise devoted, hard-working CNAs and nurses for rehab and long-term care, though others describe lapses in cleanliness and staffing responsiveness.
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Willow Crossing Health & Rehab
4.1 (25 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 112 units
Families often praise the food, friendly staff, and successful rehab stays, though some reviewers describe serious lapses in basic care.
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The Belmont Health & Rehabilitation
3.9 (29 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 180 units
Families praise attentive, compassionate management and nursing care for rehab stays, while others describe care-plan failures and billing surprises.
What families say about skilled nursing in Columbus
Counted across the review summaries of 7 Columbus communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families most often praise caring, attentive staff, cited at 86% of the 7 communities, along with building and grounds at 71% and food and dining at 57%. Communication with families is the top concern at 86%, followed by cost and billing at 71% and staff attitude at 57%.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 86%
- Building and grounds 71%
- Food and dining 57%
- Medical and nursing care 57%
- Activities and social life 43%
Concerns raised
- Communication with families 86%
- Cost and billing 71%
- Staff attitude 57%
- Staffing levels and turnover 29%
“I really enjoyed touring the facility. My parents were on FaceTime with me and we all agreed that this would be a nice place to live. They can stay active and socialize but not have to worry with cooking and cleaning. What’s not to love!”
“A great place to enjoy friends and fellowship! It has a Chapel, Dining room and all kinds of activities! Reserve your place now and enjoy!”
“Silver Oaks is an excellent facility! I highly recommend Silver Oaks to care for your loved one! Residents of Silver Oaks become like family with the staff and other residents!”
Skilled Nursing in Columbus: the figures
- •Of the 5 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 2 have 11 to 60, and 3 have more than 60.
- •5 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 3.4 out of 5: 3 rated four stars or better, 0 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: 24-hour staff (6), wheelchair accessible (6), gathering / activity spaces (6), housekeeping (6), emergency call system (6), medication management (5).
How families pay for skilled nursing in Indiana
Most families in Indiana start by paying privately, drawing on savings, pensions, retirement accounts and often the proceeds from selling a home. Long-term care insurance, when a family has a policy in place, can also help cover the cost of assisted living, memory care or independent living, though the amount and terms vary by policy. Veterans and surviving spouses may qualify for VA Aid and Attendance, a benefit that helps offset care costs for those who meet the service and eligibility requirements.
The full picture for the state: Skilled Nursing in Indiana.
Skilled Nursing near Columbus
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seymour18 mi | 6 | 4.4 / 5 | 18 mi |
| Franklin20.4 mi | 14 | 4.2 / 5 | 20.4 mi |
| Shelbyville20.9 mi | 7 | 4.3 / 5 | 20.9 mi |
| Greensburg23.6 mi | 9 | 4.5 / 5 | 23.6 mi |
| Greenwood29.4 mi | 17 | 4.3 / 5 | 29.4 mi |
| Bloomington32.1 mi | 13 | 4.4 / 5 | 32.1 mi |
| Indianapolis33.1 mi | 15 | 3.9 / 5 | 33.1 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 10, 2026 from the 7 communities listed in Columbus, 246 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change; the written summary was last revised September 24, 2026.
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Skilled Nursing in Columbus: Common Questions
How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Columbus, Indiana?
MyLivingChoice lists 7 skilled nursing long term care communities in Columbus, Indiana, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which skilled nursing long term care communities in Columbus are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Four Seasons Retirement Community (4.7★, 22 ratings), Athens Crossing (4.7★, 9 ratings), Independence Village of Columbus (4.6★, 74 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Columbus?
Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Columbus has at-home care (12 communities), assisted living (8 communities), independent living (7 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (7 communities), home health (6 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in Columbus?
Families rate Columbus skilled nursing long term care communities 4.4 out of 5 on average, across 246 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Columbus skilled nursing long term care communities?
Across the review summaries of 7 Columbus communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 86%), building and grounds (mentioned for 71%), food and dining (mentioned for 57%). The most common concerns are communication with families (86%), cost and billing (71%), staff attitude (57%).
Are there small skilled nursing long term care homes in Columbus?
Of the 5 Columbus communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 2 have 11 to 60, and 3 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do Columbus nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
5 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Columbus carry an overall star rating, averaging 3.4 out of 5. 3 are rated four stars or better and 0 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.
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