3.8(63 ratings)· Evansville average: 4.4
Part of American Senior Communities · 104 communities · 4.1★ average
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Reviews of Columbia Healthcare Center are sharply divided: many families praise the therapy team, memory care staff, and the personal 'care companion' program, describing a family-like atmosphere and strong rehab outcomes. However, a notable number of reviewers report serious concerns about neglect, unanswered call lights, and inconsistent staffing on certain shifts.
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Columbia Healthcare Center is a senior living community in Evansville, Indiana offering Memory Care and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 3.8 out of 5 across 63 reviews.
Columbia Healthcare Center is located in Evansville, Indiana, and offers a full continuum of senior care services, including short-term rehabilitation, memory care, long-term care, respite care, hospice care, and outpatient therapy. The community emphasizes a person-centered approach, aiming to become an extension of each resident's family while helping them and their loved ones find answers, solutions, and peace of mind.
Short-term rehabilitation is designed for those recovering from strokes, cardiovascular difficulties, orthopedic surgery, and other debilitating conditions. The program includes physical, occupational, and speech/language therapies delivered by an interdisciplinary team of doctors, nurses, therapists, social workers, and other care providers. Through the Road to Recovery program, exclusive to American Senior Communities, the care team, patient, and family meet within the first 72 hours of admission to map out discharge goals. Additional rehabilitation services include wound care, fall prevention, contracture management, wheelchair positioning, mobility training, and strength-building and aerobic conditioning programs.
The community's memory care program is structured and research-based, using a person-centered, wellness-based model that incorporates stimulating daily activities to support independence and a healthy spirit. The program focuses on maintaining a secure environment where residents experience a sense of belonging and meaning each day, including a Meaningful Day activity program built around four domains of wellness.
Long-term care is available for residents who need assistance with daily tasks due to illness, injury, or frailty, and can no longer be cared for at home. Care is provided under the guidance of an attending physician by licensed nurses, specially trained health care aides, and an interdisciplinary team, with services including social activities and physical, occupational, and speech therapies. The settings are described as home-like, cheerful, and secure. The community accepts private pay along with a variety of payment options, including Medicaid for qualified applicants, with Medicaid specialists available to assist with the application process.
Respite care is offered for short-term stays, giving family caregivers a break to travel, start a new job, recover from an illness, or pursue other interests, with the option to extend care if needed. Hospice and palliative care services are provided in partnership with local hospice companies, offering skilled nursing care, spiritual and bereavement counseling, medical equipment and supplies, social services, and pharmacy services through an interdisciplinary team of physicians, nurses, aides, volunteers, social workers, and clergy.
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Help Me Choose3.8overall · 63 ratings combined
3.8★ on Google (63)
Debra Harrington
Apr 2026
People who works at Columbia Nursing Home ,u really do a great job with our mom Mary Anna Harrington ,Lacy does real good of fixing our mom's hair ,and keep up the good work with the drinks for our mom , cause we don't want her to dehydrated ,keep up the good work ,u all do an awesome job with our mom ,and her friend Christy.
Jonathan Austin
Jan 2026
Columbia and Valeri have been nothing short of amazing! They have helped me in my role as a case manager and Valeri with go to battle for anyone in need and for that I am thankful!
Valeri Clem
Jan 2026
I encourage everyone to book a tour for themselves, Go in and talk with staff, other residents, outside providers who work with them, and even resident family members (past and present.) There are true hero’s working inside this building and lives are changed daily. Come in and see for yourself!
Michael
Aug 2025
This place is freaking terrible I regret staying here I'm done giving this place my money
Ollie Gill
May 2025
I was needing to walk after back surgery three years ago. The therapist worked hard with me, the CNA cared for me ( sometimes they were short staffed like in the hospital, one person working two halls) due to schedules & cancellation. The nurses checked on me every day & night to give meds. The staff was friendly and helpful. I was bedridden when I came but was able to walk when I went back home. Thanks to Columbia health care!
10 inspection visits in the last three years, 46 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
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, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 29, 2026
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 25, 2025
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 22, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 8, 2025
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 22, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 8, 2025
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 8, 2025
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 11, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 30, 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, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 30, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 29, 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 Nov 29, 2024
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 29, 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 Nov 29, 2024
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, isolatedCorrected Nov 29, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 29, 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 29, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 29, 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 Nov 29, 2024
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, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 5, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 17, 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, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 20, 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, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 20, 2023
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 Oct 27, 2023
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 27, 2023
Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 27, 2023
Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 14, 2023
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 Sep 14, 2023
Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 14, 2023
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 Sep 14, 2023
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 14, 2023
Meet other general requirements.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 27, 2023
Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 27, 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 Oct 27, 2023
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 27, 2023
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 27, 2023
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 27, 2023
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 Sep 14, 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 14, 2023
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 14, 2023
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 Sep 14, 2023
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 14, 2023
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 14, 2023
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 14, 2023
Provide appropriate colostomy, urostomy, or ileostomy care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 14, 2023
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 14, 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.
Columbia Healthcare Center offers Memory Care and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Columbia Healthcare 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.
Columbia Healthcare Center is located at 621 W Columbia St in Evansville, Indiana.
Reviews of Columbia Healthcare Center are sharply divided: many families praise the therapy team, memory care staff, and the personal 'care companion' program, describing a family-like atmosphere and strong rehab outcomes. However, a notable number of reviewers report serious concerns about neglect, unanswered call lights, and inconsistent staffing on certain shifts.
Columbia Healthcare Center had 10 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 46 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.
Submit the Request Information form on this page to connect with Columbia Healthcare Center and arrange a tour. Sharing your timeline and care needs up front helps the community prepare for your visit.
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