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Reviews for this skilled nursing and long-term care center are sharply divided: several families praise attentive, compassionate staff, smooth admissions, and well-run activities, while other reviewers describe serious care and safety concerns, including inadequate therapy and neglect during end-of-life care. A state survey was reportedly conducted following complaints.
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Brickyard Healthcare - Valparaiso Care Center is a senior living community in Valparaiso, Indiana offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Gathering / Activity Spaces, Social Activities and Housekeeping. Families rate it 3.8 out of 5 across 44 reviews.
Brickyard Healthcare's Valparaiso Care Center in Valparaiso, Indiana offers short- and long-term care services for residents. The community is committed to delivering quality healthcare alongside recreational activities.
The care center is led by Administrator Jennifer Zahn, who brings more than 12 years of healthcare experience. Zahn's background includes roles as a Certified Nursing Assistant, phlebotomist, phlebotomy instructor, and registered nurse. After completing Brickyard Healthcare's Administrator-in-Training program and earning state and national licensure, she transitioned into healthcare administration where she focuses on strengthening operations, supporting quality resident care, and fostering a positive environment for residents, families, and staff.
Brickyard Healthcare aims to foster a sense of belonging, comfort, and care for residents while providing peace of mind for their families.
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Help Me Choose3.8overall · 44 ratings combined
3.8★ on Google (44)
Mel Whisler
May 2026
Staff are wonderful and go above and beyond, not only for their residents but also family members. Provided education for care, medications and treatments. I would recommend this facility for rehabilitation and long term care for you or your loved ones. Excellent in every detail from activities, management, housekeeping and Nursing staff!
mckenzie cabe
May 2026
Wonderful facility and staff! Had a great time at the Easter egg hunt my kids really enjoyed it.
Aureliano
May 2026
I took my family to the Easter event at brickyard healthcare in Valparaiso last month and as soon as I walked in I could immediately sense the amount of hard work and dedication put into the event. From the decorations, to the events my family had an absolute blast and they really enjoyed the Easter bunny, who was a pleasant surprise. Not only were the decorations and Easter themed activities pleasently charming, but so we're the staff who were incredibly helpful and willing to go out of their way to make the kids feel more included. Also, another thing I noticed was the executive director, who was not fitting the normal boss stereotype, but was actively involved and in tune with everything that was going on and made sure to comfort the guests and made sure to check on us to see if we're having a good time. I highly recommend this healthcare facility, for the staff not only care about doing they're job properly, but they also care about the residents and whether they are comfortable or not. Anyone who spends more than 10 minutes around the staff can clearly see that they are not just working here for a paycheck, but they are working here because it is they're passion and anyone can clearly see that they truly care about the residents and their comfort. Lastly, I see the most important factor in any work setting, they not only function as a work team, but as a family.
robyn Stanley
May 2026
Addendum.... The absolute worst nursing home in Valparaiso. It's filthy. The staff are horribly incompetent.<br>Its a horrible place. DO NOT put your loved ones here. ESPECIALLY if they can't speak up for themselves or are unable to. The care at this place is NONEXISTENT. The staff are truly horrible to the patients 😕
Adriana Garcia
Apr 2026
I brought my grandparents here, and now my husband. he staff is very professional and diligent. They took a good care of my loved one, and they really care. I appreciate everyone that has assisted, especially the Admissions Director for ensure a very smooth transition.
3 inspection visits in the last three years, 17 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 9, 2025
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 3, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 3, 2025
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 3, 2025
Provide or obtain x-rays/tests when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 3, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 3, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 3, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 2, 2024
Give residents a notice of rights, rules, services and charges.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 2, 2024
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 2, 2024
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 Nov 2, 2024
Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 5, 2024
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 5, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 13, 2024
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 Jan 13, 2024
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 13, 2024
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 13, 2024
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.
Brickyard Healthcare - Valparaiso Care Center offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Brickyard Healthcare - Valparaiso Care Center is located at 251 Sturdy Rd in Valparaiso, Indiana.
Reviews for this skilled nursing and long-term care center are sharply divided: several families praise attentive, compassionate staff, smooth admissions, and well-run activities, while other reviewers describe serious care and safety concerns, including inadequate therapy and neglect during end-of-life care. A state survey was reportedly conducted following complaints.
Brickyard Healthcare - Valparaiso Care Center had 3 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 17 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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