Kristina Williams
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Life Care Center Of Fort Wayne
1649 Spy Run Avenue4.5(71 ratings)· Fort Wayne average: 4.3
Part of Life Care Centers of America · 147 communities · 4.5★ average
1 / 4Quick Facts
- Medicare rating
- 5 of 5
- Ownership
- For profit, Corporation
- Certified beds
- 115
- Inspections
- View history (31 citations)
- Hospital proximity
- Less than two miles from local hospitals
- Room setup
- Private rehab suites plus semiprivate rooms available
- Therapy scope
- In-house team handles inpatient and outpatient rehab
CMS Care Compare
What Families Think
Reviewers consistently praise the caring, attentive nursing and therapy staff at this skilled nursing and rehab facility, with many crediting the team for helping them recover strength and mobility faster than expected. Food quality is a recurring point of mixed feedback, and a few reports raise more serious concerns about billing, care consistency, and Medicaid admissions.
The Good
- Highly praised nursing and physical/occupational therapy staff
- Smooth, supportive admissions process for families
- Small size allows personalized, attentive care
- Clean and well-maintained facility per most reviewers
- Active, varied activities program for residents
The Bad
- Several reviewers criticize food quality, temperature, or variety
- One report of missed showers and inadequate diabetic diet accommodation
- One report describing refusal of a Medicaid patient during admissions
- One report described poor cleanliness and odor, contrasting with most reviews
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Life Care Center Of Fort Wayne is a senior living community in Fort Wayne, Indiana offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 71 reviews.
About Life Care Center Of Fort Wayne
Life Care Center of Fort Wayne is located in the heart of Fort Wayne, Indiana, less than two miles from local hospitals. The community offers private rehabilitation suites for post-acute patients, along with private and semiprivate rooms for other services.
The facility focuses on inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation as well as 24-hour skilled nursing care. Skilled nursing services, also referred to as nursing home or convalescent care, provide housing and round-the-clock nursing support for individuals needing post-acute care.
An in-house team of therapists and nurses works with each patient and resident to develop a personalized care plan tailored to individual needs and goals. The rehabilitation services provided are designed to speed recovery, help restore lost skills, and bring back strength and mobility.
Types of Care at Life Care Center Of Fort Wayne
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
- Gathering / Activity Spaces
- Housekeeping
- Medication Management
- On-Site Nurse (RN)
Activities
- Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)
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Help Me ChooseReviews of Life Care Center Of Fort Wayne
4.5overall · 71 ratings combined
4.5★ on Google (71)
Kim Shipley
Jul 2026
It's all about the money. They accept Medicaid but refused my husband with Medicaid payment. They DO NOT WANT AN YOU MEDICAID PATIENTS!!! THE ADMISSION OFFICER FAITH IS HORRENDOUS
Randy Snead
Jun 2026
Faith was so helpful when coming to the hospital after my surgery helping me with my issues when no one else did. She was very helpful answering all the questions that I had and went out of her way to help me. Nahada is very caring and not afraid to do her job and not afraid to help people when needed
Sandy Waldrop
Mar 2026
Staying here has been very nice, staff very efficient & friendly, room alright but I did buy another pillow. Ordered things from menu that I could & sometimes would get double of my favorites thing. Workouts felt good & helped my leg alot. Thanks for everything
Jerry Huffman
Dec 2025
Staff is Top notch. Always reaching to meet and exceed your needs daily. Helping you on the road to recovery. Nurse staff, OCC/PHSY Therapy, Wound care and everyone working there, helped me get home sooner than I had expected. Highly recommend choosing Life Care Center to your road to recovery.
Government Inspection History
4 inspection visits in the last three years, 31 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Mar 13, 2026Fire Safety StandardHealth ComplaintHealth Standard8 citations
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 30, 2026
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 Apr 30, 2026
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 30, 2026
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 30, 2026
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 Apr 10, 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, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 10, 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 Apr 10, 2026
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 Apr 10, 2026
Jan 21, 2026Health Complaint1 citation
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 Feb 13, 2026
Apr 24, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard9 citations
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 13, 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 Jun 13, 2025
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 Jun 13, 2025
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 Jun 13, 2025
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 13, 2025
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 13, 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 May 16, 2025
Establish staff and initial training requirements.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 13, 2025
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 13, 2025
May 17, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard13 citations
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 Jul 15, 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 Jul 15, 2024
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 Jul 15, 2024
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 Jul 15, 2024
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 15, 2024
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 15, 2024
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 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 Jul 15, 2024
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 14, 2024
Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 15, 2024
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 15, 2024
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 15, 2024
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 15, 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of care does Life Care Center Of Fort Wayne offer?
Life Care Center Of Fort Wayne offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
How much does Life Care Center Of Fort Wayne cost?
Life Care Center Of Fort Wayne has not published its pricing. For context, communities in Fort Wayne that publish rates start around $3,005 per month at the median. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment selection, so contact the community for a quote.
Where is Life Care Center Of Fort Wayne located?
Life Care Center Of Fort Wayne is located at 1649 Spy Run Avenue in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
What do families say about Life Care Center Of Fort Wayne?
Reviewers consistently praise the caring, attentive nursing and therapy staff at this skilled nursing and rehab facility, with many crediting the team for helping them recover strength and mobility faster than expected. Food quality is a recurring point of mixed feedback, and a few reports raise more serious concerns about billing, care consistency, and Medicaid admissions.
How did Life Care Center Of Fort Wayne do on recent health and safety inspections?
Life Care Center Of Fort Wayne had 4 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 31 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.
How can families visit Life Care Center Of Fort Wayne?
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