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Quick Facts

Total units
65
Medicare rating
3 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
Non profit, Other
Certified beds
65
Ownership
Operates as a non-profit organization
Rehab Services
Offers short-term rehab and outpatient therapy

What Families Think

Reviews of The Cedars are mixed: several families praise the compassionate CNA and nursing staff, especially for hands-on care during difficult moments, while other reviewers report serious neglect, including falls, unassisted meals, and hygiene issues. A couple of reviews also mention friction over the community's religious culture and staff conduct.

The Good

  • Nursing staff described as compassionate and going above and beyond
  • CNA staff praised by multiple families
  • Long-term residents (2+ years) reported to receive attentive care
  • Offers short-term rehab and outpatient therapy services

The Bad

  • One report of a resident having multiple falls requiring hospitalization
  • One account described unassisted meals and neglected hygiene needs
  • One reviewer described bullying tied to the community's Christian culture
  • Reviewers had to actively seek out staff for help

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

The Cedars is a senior living community in Leo, Indiana offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 4.0 out of 5 across 11 reviews.

About The Cedars

The Cedars is a skilled nursing and long-term care community in Leo, Indiana, with a licensed capacity of 65 residents.

Family experiences at The Cedars are notably divided. Several families describe attentive care and compassionate staff, with one noting the CNA team's dedication and another appreciating the comfortable environment and quality meals. However, other families report serious concerns including inadequate supervision leading to falls, staff unavailability when assistance was needed, and residents not receiving help with meals despite dependency. Workplace dynamics have also been cited as a concern by some families.

The community holds a 4 out of 5 Google rating based on 11 reviews, reflecting this split in experiences. Prospective families may want to discuss specific care protocols and staffing levels during a visit.

Types of Care at The Cedars

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • 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
  • Chapel / Religious Services
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)

Activities

  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of The Cedars

4overall · 11 ratings combined

4★ on Google (11)

Larry Slater

Feb 2026

via Google

It was a Saturday afternoon, and my mother had been released from the nursing home that morning. We were now responsible for giving her Heparin shots. The trouble was, neither of us could get the drug out of the vial and into the syringe; it is not easy for rookies. Through a local pharmacist, we learned about pre-loaded syringes, but we couldn't get a prescription until Monday. We went back to the nursing home, where one "angel" nurse came to our rescue. Not only did she come out into the frigid cold to give my mother the shot, but she also called the pharmacy to secure enough pre-filled syringes to last through the weekend and into the next week. That is going above and beyond the call of duty to help a patient. Keep up the great work!

Janice Stoy

Jan 2023

via Google

It saddens me read negative reviews about the Cedars. My husband was there for over two years and never did I feel he was neglected or treated poorly.

Tina Rutledge

Jan 2019

via Google

This was a terrible place for my family member . So much neglect . You had to hunt an employee down for questions and help on a regular basis for her . She had multiple falls there that put her in the hospital , which caused her pain & suffering . Had to ask them to help her with her meals as she wasn't able to feed herself . They'd set her food down and walk away and wonder why she didn't eat . We had to request them to shower her as she couldn't do it herself . I wouldn't give this place any stars but had to put at least one in to review it.

Annie Day

Oct 2018

via Google

Both parents were there and the care and compassion are second to none. Wonderful CNA staff! Not a fancy place but we tried a fancy place and our parents were grossly neglected. The Cedars has there heart in the right place!

Jillian Short

Jun 2018

via Google

Wonderful home away from home.<br>Comfortable.. great food..<br>Great outside area for relaxing...<br>Love it!

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Government Inspection History

9 inspection visits in the last three years, 45 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Sep 2, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard4 citations
  • Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 7, 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 26, 2025

  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 26, 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 D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 26, 2025

Jun 30, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jul 17, 2025

Feb 17, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 28, 2025

Sep 13, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard16 citations
  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 1, 2024

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 10, 2024

  • Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 10, 2024

  • Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 10, 2024

  • Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 10, 2024

  • Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 10, 2024

  • Have exits that are accessible at all times.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 10, 2024

  • Ensure that waiting areas, nurse’s stations, gift shops, and cooking facilities, open to the corridor are properly protected.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 10, 2024

  • 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 Nov 10, 2024

  • Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 10, 2024

  • Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 1, 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 Oct 1, 2024

  • Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 1, 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 Oct 1, 2024

  • Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 10, 2024

  • Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 10, 2024

Aug 14, 2024Health Complaint2 citations
  • Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 2, 2024

  • Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 2, 2024

Jul 22, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
  • 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, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 9, 2024

Dec 28, 2023Infection ControlNo citations
Sep 8, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard19 citations
  • Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 20, 2023

  • Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 20, 2023

  • Develop a communication plan.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 20, 2023

  • Establish emergency prep training and testing.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 20, 2023

  • Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 4, 2024

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 28, 2023

  • Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 20, 2023

  • Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 20, 2023

  • Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 20, 2023

  • 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 Nov 20, 2023

  • Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 28, 2023

  • Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 20, 2023

  • Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 20, 2023

  • Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 20, 2023

  • Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 28, 2023

  • Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 28, 2023

  • Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 28, 2023

  • Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 28, 2023

  • Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 28, 2023

Aug 9, 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 Aug 27, 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 The Cedars offer?

The Cedars offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is The Cedars located?

The Cedars is located at 14409 Sunrise Ct in Leo, Indiana.

What do families say about The Cedars?

Reviews of The Cedars are mixed: several families praise the compassionate CNA and nursing staff, especially for hands-on care during difficult moments, while other reviewers report serious neglect, including falls, unassisted meals, and hygiene issues. A couple of reviews also mention friction over the community's religious culture and staff conduct.

How did The Cedars do on recent health and safety inspections?

The Cedars had 9 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 45 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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