Jerry Swanson
Jun 2026
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Brickyard Healthcare - Brentwood Care Center
30 E Chandler Ave4.9(100 ratings)· Evansville average: 4.4
1 / 5Quick Facts
- Medicare rating
- 5 of 5
- Ownership
- For profit, Corporation
- Certified beds
- 114
- Inspections
- View history (39 citations)
- Nearby hospital
- Located adjacent to Deaconess Hospital campus
- Specialized rehab services
- Offers stroke rehabilitation and wound care on-site
CMS Care Compare
What Families Think
Families overwhelmingly describe Brentwood Care Center as a warm, family-like skilled nursing facility with attentive staff, clean surroundings, and responsive leadership. A handful of reviewers, however, report serious lapses in care communication and staff conduct that stand in contrast to the majority experience.
The Good
- Staff frequently described as treating residents like family
- Numerous reviewers praise cleanliness and building upkeep
- Therapy and CNA staff singled out for quality of care
- Leadership seen as responsive and involved in daily care
- Regular resident activities and community events mentioned
- Recent renovations and updates noted by reviewers
The Bad
- Two reports of rude or harsh staff behavior toward residents/visitors
- One detailed report of medication errors and lack of physician visits
- One account of poor communication and retaliatory management response
- One report of lost or damaged laundry items
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Brickyard Healthcare - Brentwood Care Center is a senior living community in Evansville, Indiana offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 100 reviews.
About Brickyard Healthcare - Brentwood Care Center
Brentwood Care Center, part of Brickyard Healthcare, is located in Evansville, Indiana near the Ohio River, Line Street Park, and Deaconess Hospital. The community focuses on compassionate, individualized care for residents in need of short- and long-term services.
Care offered ranges from stroke rehabilitation and wound care to support for residents living with dementia and Alzheimer's disease, reflecting a broad approach to both rehabilitative and long-term nursing needs.
The center is led by Executive Director Shelley Brown, who takes a diplomatic and transformational approach to leadership, emphasizing listening to her team as they work toward shared goals for resident care.
As part of Brickyard Healthcare, Brentwood Care Center aims to foster a sense of belonging, comfort, and care for residents while providing peace of mind for their families.
Types of Care at Brickyard Healthcare - Brentwood Care Center
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Cable or Satellite TV
- Emergency Call System
- Private Bathroom
- Private Rooms
- Wheelchair Accessible
Meals & Dining
- Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
- Restaurant style Dining Room
Community Amenities
- 24-Hour Staff
- Gathering / Activity Spaces
- Housekeeping
- Laundry Service
- Medication Management
- On-Site Nurse (RN)
- Security
Activities
- Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)
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Help Me ChooseReviews of Brickyard Healthcare - Brentwood Care Center
4.9overall · 100 ratings combined
4.9★ on Google (100)
Karen Wilford
Jul 2025
I had a friend that lived there and they were wonderful to her,onup till she passed away it was Brentwood then
Jazzmine Scott
Jan 2025
Honestly this is one of the nicer facilities I have been to here in town and I love how everyone works together. The building is always clean && smelling good!! the staff is friendly, and they treat you like you are family!! Best staff hands down. The Housekeepers are exceptional with the best attitudes.
Anna Dillon
Jan 2025
My mother was at Brentwood for several months after having her leg amputated. We always felt welcome and she felt cared for well! The staff including the therapy staff cared for her better then any other facility she had ever been at!!!!!
Julie McDonald
Apr 2024
This facility was amazing in taking care of my loved one. Nurses were well mannered and timely with care. The CNAs were equally as amazing, I could not have asked for better care.
Government Inspection History
5 inspection visits in the last three years, 39 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Apr 30, 2026Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard2 citations
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 20, 2026
Install proper backup exit lighting.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 20, 2026
Feb 25, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard19 citations
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 7, 2025
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 7, 2025
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 7, 2025
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 7, 2025
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 7, 2025
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 7, 2025
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 7, 2025
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.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 26, 2025
Meet other general requirements.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 7, 2025
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 7, 2025
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 7, 2025
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 7, 2025
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 7, 2025
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 7, 2025
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 7, 2025
Have proper fire barriers, ventilation and signs for the transfilling of oxygen.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 7, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 26, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 26, 2025
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 26, 2025
Jan 23, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard16 citations
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 2, 2024
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 2, 2024
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 2, 2024
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 2, 2024
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 2, 2024
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 2, 2024
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 24, 2024
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 2, 2024
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 2, 2024
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 2, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 24, 2024
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.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 24, 2024
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 24, 2024
Verify that a nurse aide has been trained; and if they haven't worked as a nurse aide for 2 years, receive retraining.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 24, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 24, 2024
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 24, 2024
Oct 3, 2023Health Complaint1 citation
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 20, 2023
Sep 14, 2023Health ComplaintInfection Control1 citation
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 18, 2023
Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of care does Brickyard Healthcare - Brentwood Care Center offer?
Brickyard Healthcare - Brentwood Care Center offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
How much does Brickyard Healthcare - Brentwood Care Center cost?
Brickyard Healthcare - Brentwood Care Center has not published its pricing. For context, communities in Evansville that publish rates start around $6,500 per month at the median. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment selection, so contact the community for a quote.
Where is Brickyard Healthcare - Brentwood Care Center located?
Brickyard Healthcare - Brentwood Care Center is located at 30 E Chandler Ave in Evansville, Indiana.
What do families say about Brickyard Healthcare - Brentwood Care Center?
Families overwhelmingly describe Brentwood Care Center as a warm, family-like skilled nursing facility with attentive staff, clean surroundings, and responsive leadership. A handful of reviewers, however, report serious lapses in care communication and staff conduct that stand in contrast to the majority experience.
How did Brickyard Healthcare - Brentwood Care Center do on recent health and safety inspections?
Brickyard Healthcare - Brentwood Care Center had 5 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 39 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.
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