Shawn Rogers
Jul 2026
Hammond care nursing home is excellent
Hammond-whiting Care Center
1000 114th St4.1(109 ratings)
Part of Life Care Centers of America · 147 communities · 4.5★ average
1 / 5Quick Facts
- Total units
- 80
- Medicare rating
- 1 of 5
- Ownership
- For profit, Corporation
- Certified beds
- 80
- Inspections
- View history (88 citations)
- Operator
- Part of Life Care Centers of America
- Location perk
- Near Lake Michigan and close to Chicago
- Care model
- 24-hour skilled nursing plus in-house rehab team
CMS Care Compare
What Families Think
Hammond-Whiting Care Center is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in Whiting, Indiana, part of Life Care Centers of America. Reviewers are split: several praise the warmth and skill of nursing and physical therapy staff, while others report serious issues with communication, management, and facility cleanliness.
The Good
- Staff described as attentive and caring
- Physical therapy praised for real progress
- Nurses provide frequent family updates
- Individualized care plans for each resident
The Bad
- One report of strong urine odor and dim rooms
- Multiple accounts of poor communication from social services/management
- One report of directors being unresponsive to complaints
- Reported difficulty getting information about a resident's care
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Hammond-whiting Care Center is a senior living community in Whiting, Indiana offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Housekeeping. Families rate it 4.1 out of 5 across 109 reviews.
About Hammond-whiting Care Center
Hammond-Whiting Care Center is a skilled nursing home and rehabilitation facility located in Whiting, Indiana, near the shores of Lake Michigan and close to Chicago. The community offers short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and post-operative recovery services in a warm, friendly environment.
As a Life Care Centers of America nursing home, Hammond-Whiting Care Center provides 24-hour skilled nursing care along with inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services. The facility maintains an in-house team of therapists and nurses who work with each patient and resident to develop individualized care plans tailored to meet their specific needs and goals.
Types of Care at Hammond-whiting Care Center
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Emergency Call System
- Private Rooms
- Wheelchair Accessible
Meals & Dining
- Restaurant style Dining Room
Community Amenities
- 24-Hour Staff
- Gathering / Activity Spaces
- Housekeeping
- Laundry Service
- Medication Management
- On-Site Nurse (RN)
- Security
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Help Me ChooseReviews of Hammond-whiting Care Center
4.1overall · 109 ratings combined
4.1★ on Google (109)
Christin Buckley
Jul 2026
I would not recommend this facility based on my experience as my father’s guardian.<br><br>One of the biggest issues was the lack of communication. The corporate office and the facility staff often seemed disconnected, and I frequently received conflicting information depending on who I spoke with. It became extremely frustrating trying to get clear answers about my father’s care.<br><br>I also felt that my concerns as a family member were often dismissed. There were multiple times when I raised questions or concerns about my father’s condition, and instead of being taken seriously, I felt ignored or brushed aside.<br><br>During my father’s repeated hospitalizations, I was contacted over and over about money rather than being supported through his medical emergencies. It was incredibly stressful to have financial conversations while my father was critically ill.<br><br>The facility also pursued a guardianship case against me, which created additional emotional and financial strain for my family. I believed I was acting in my father’s best interests throughout the process, and the legal action only added unnecessary stress during an already difficult time. Also the lady lied through her teeth in court. It was devastating to hear I was so shocked I was stumbling over my words. I mean LIED.<br><br>I was deeply concerned when my father experienced significant blood loss related to his catheter. I also witnessed situations where nursing assistants attempted to communicate concerns to nursing staff, but those concerns did not always appear to be taken seriously. Seeing communication break down between caregivers was alarming.<br><br>Overall, I left with the impression that communication, responsiveness to families, and coordination of care need significant improvement. Families deserve to feel heard, respected, and included when advocating for a loved one.<br><br>I hope this review encourages the facility to improve communication between management and staff, listen more carefully to family concerns, and prioritize patient care above administrative issues. No family should have to fight to have their concerns acknowledged while caring for someone they love.<br>Also the high nursing staff turnover is concerning. Residents deserve consistent caregivers who know their medical history, routines, and needs. Frequent staffing changes disrupted continuity of care and made communication with families more difficult.
Shelia Randle
Jul 2026
The staff was professional and helpful when attending to our sister im truly thankful for that
Wanda Clark
May 2026
The facility is clean, the food smelled fresh, the staff was very helpful and friendly!
az buck
May 2026
Do your own research, can never get anyone always sent to voicemail then told we didn't get your messages
Government Inspection History
8 inspection visits in the last three years, 88 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Feb 11, 2026Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard29 citations
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 7, 2026
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 Apr 10, 2026
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 Apr 10, 2026
Have proper fire barriers, ventilation and signs for the transfilling of oxygen.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 10, 2026
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 Mar 7, 2026
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 Apr 10, 2026
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 10, 2026
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 10, 2026
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 10, 2026
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 10, 2026
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 10, 2026
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 10, 2026
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 10, 2026
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 7, 2026
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 7, 2026
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 7, 2026
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 Mar 7, 2026
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 10, 2026
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 Mar 27, 2026
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, isolatedCorrected Mar 7, 2026
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 10, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 7, 2026
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 Mar 7, 2026
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 Mar 7, 2026
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 7, 2026
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 Mar 7, 2026
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 Mar 7, 2026
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 Mar 7, 2026
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 Mar 27, 2026
Sep 16, 2025Health Complaint3 citations
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 15, 2025
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 Oct 15, 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, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 15, 2025
May 6, 2025Health Complaint3 citations
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 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 Jun 3, 2025
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 Jun 3, 2025
Oct 7, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth ComplaintHealth Standard28 citations
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 15, 2024
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 15, 2024
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 15, 2024
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 15, 2024
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 6, 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 Nov 6, 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 Nov 15, 2024
Establish staff and initial training requirements.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 15, 2024
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 15, 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 15, 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 6, 2024
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 6, 2024
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 15, 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 15, 2024
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 Nov 15, 2024
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 6, 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 6, 2024
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 Nov 6, 2024
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 Nov 6, 2024
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 6, 2024
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 6, 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 Dec 3, 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 6, 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 Nov 6, 2024
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 6, 2024
Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 6, 2024
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 C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 6, 2024
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 15, 2024
Jun 6, 2024Health Complaint2 citations
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 Jul 5, 2024
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 Jul 5, 2024
Feb 1, 2024Fire Safety Complaint1 citation
Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 22, 2024
Dec 1, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth ComplaintHealth Standard17 citations
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 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 Feb 2, 2024
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 2, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Dec 29, 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 Feb 2, 2024
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 9, 2024
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 2, 2024
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 Dec 29, 2023
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 29, 2023
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 29, 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 29, 2023
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 Dec 29, 2023
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 Dec 29, 2023
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 29, 2023
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 9, 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 Dec 29, 2023
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 29, 2023
Aug 9, 2023Health Complaint5 citations
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 1, 2023
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 1, 2023
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 Sep 1, 2023
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 1, 2023
Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 1, 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 Hammond-whiting Care Center offer?
Hammond-whiting Care Center offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Where is Hammond-whiting Care Center located?
Hammond-whiting Care Center is located at 1000 114th St in Whiting, Indiana.
What do families say about Hammond-whiting Care Center?
Hammond-Whiting Care Center is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in Whiting, Indiana, part of Life Care Centers of America. Reviewers are split: several praise the warmth and skill of nursing and physical therapy staff, while others report serious issues with communication, management, and facility cleanliness.
How did Hammond-whiting Care Center do on recent health and safety inspections?
Hammond-whiting Care Center had 8 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 88 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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