Erin Rust
Jun 2026
My mother rehabbed here and we felt the employees had her best interest in mind!<br>Clean and helpful staff.<br>Seems to be a caring community of patients and families.
1 / 5Quick Facts
- Total units
- 88
- Medicare rating
- 4 of 5
- Ownership
- For profit, Corporation
- Certified beds
- 88
- Inspections
- View history (14 citations)
- Dining Style
- Family-style meals served in memory care unit
- Therapy Services
- On-site physical therapy noted as first rate
CMS Care Compare
What Families Think
Families describe Scenic Hills at the Monastery as a nursing home with a warm, almost hotel-like atmosphere, praising the staff's compassion and the dedicated memory care unit's engaging activities. Most reviewers report strong nursing and therapy care, though one long-term family noted occasional lapses tied to staffing shortages.
The Good
- Resort-like, hotel-style atmosphere praised by families
- Compassionate, attentive staff across departments
- Strong physical therapy and nursing care outcomes
- Engaging daily activities in memory care unit
- Family-style dining creates a personal feel
- Veterans and community outreach events held on-site
The Bad
- One report of frequent staff turnover
- One report of delayed medication administration
- One report of neglected bathroom/room cleanliness, tied to short staffing
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Scenic Hills at the Monastery is a senior living community in Ferdinand, Indiana offering Assisted Living, Memory Care and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 28 reviews.
About Scenic Hills at the Monastery
Scenic Hills at the Monastery is a skilled nursing and long-term care community in Ferdinand, Indiana, with a licensed capacity of 88 residents. The facility also operates memory care and assisted living units, and offers short-term rehabilitation stays alongside outpatient therapy and respite services.
Families consistently praise the staff's warmth and personalized attention. Many describe caregivers as kind and compassionate, noting that residents are greeted by name and treated like family members. The facility stands out for structured daily activities: one family observed "cognitive activities actually happening," citing the Legacy Coordinator's brain-stimulating programs in memory care. Residents participate in community outings, and the facility coordinates special experiences through its "Live A Dream" program. Food service, physical therapy, and the overall facility environment, described as bright, open, and impeccable, receive strong marks.
However, some families have encountered frustrations. A minority of reviews report inconsistent communication, delayed response times to requests, medication timing issues, and occasional cleaning lapses. One family experienced a two-week visitation restriction and described encounters with staff they felt lacked compassion. Staff turnover is noted as frequent, though most families credit the remaining team with maintaining care quality.
The community holds a 4.7 out of 5 rating across 28 Google reviews, reflecting mostly positive sentiment alongside these documented concerns about operational consistency.
Types of Care at Scenic Hills at the Monastery
Assisted LivingMemory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Emergency Call System
- 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
- Laundry Service
- Medication Management
- On-Site Nurse (RN)
- Security
- Transportation Services
Activities
- Birthday / Holiday Parties
- Day Trips and Outings
- Religious Services
- Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)
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Help Me ChooseReviews of Scenic Hills at the Monastery
4.7overall · 28 ratings combined
4.7★ on Google (28)
Shaun Skerbitz
Feb 2026
My loved one is in the Assisted Living Memory Care Unit at Scenic Hills at the Monastery, and I truly cannot say enough good things. Danielle, the Legacy Coordinator, runs daily brain-stimulating activities. I toured multiple other memory care units in the area before making this decision, and I never once witnessed cognitive activities actually happening during my visits. At Scenic Hills, they’re actively engaged — playing hand-eye coordination games, doing chair yoga, and even fun call-and-response questions (like “Little Miss Muffet”) that encourage residents to participate. Hearing the laughter — it honestly warms my heart. It sounds like children playing kickball. That joy matters. Connie, the Head RN, and Bill — her right and left hand 😉 — are absolutely AMAZING. The teamwork in this unit is something special. They serve meals family-style, which feels so personal and comforting. The entire unit is peaceful, and even the lobby feels more like a beautiful hotel than a facility. Would I refer friends or recommend Scenic Hills? One hundred times YES
Joyce Scherzer
Nov 2025
Ferdinand Junior Auxiliary visited veterans here on Veterans Day. The nurses were absolutely fantastic and helpful in assisting the juniors to visit the residents and give out cards. Thank you so much.
retta
Sep 2025
We recently moved my mother in law to Scenic Hills. She had been in assisted living for 6 years at another facility and she needed more help and care. She is thriving and made the transition beautifully! I credit the incredible staff at Scenic Hills for her smooth move in and adjustment to her new home. The nursing care and physical therapy is first rate. She has been there six weeks and is already moving better than when she arrived. She enjoys the activities, the Thursday manicures and of course the Friday happy hour and musical entertainment. We could not be more pleased with the care she is receiving.
Maria
Sep 2025
A family member is currently at Scenic for short term rehab. The facility is welcoming and the staff is professional. It is a very friendly place where employees thrive at making the residents enjoy their home, whether there short term or long term.
Government Inspection History
5 inspection visits in the last three years, 14 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
May 22, 2026Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard5 citations
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 Jun 17, 2026
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 17, 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 Jun 17, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 17, 2026
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 17, 2026
Mar 10, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard4 citations
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 Apr 4, 2025
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, isolatedCorrected Apr 4, 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 Apr 4, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 4, 2025
Mar 13, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth ComplaintHealth Standard2 citations
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 Mar 30, 2024
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 Mar 30, 2024
Dec 8, 2023Health Complaint2 citations
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 Dec 31, 2023
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 Dec 31, 2023
Aug 17, 2023Health Complaint1 citation
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 Sep 11, 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 Scenic Hills at the Monastery offer?
Scenic Hills at the Monastery offers Assisted Living, Memory Care and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Where is Scenic Hills at the Monastery located?
Scenic Hills at the Monastery is located at 710 Sunrise Drive in Ferdinand, Indiana.
What do families say about Scenic Hills at the Monastery?
Families describe Scenic Hills at the Monastery as a nursing home with a warm, almost hotel-like atmosphere, praising the staff's compassion and the dedicated memory care unit's engaging activities. Most reviewers report strong nursing and therapy care, though one long-term family noted occasional lapses tied to staffing shortages.
How did Scenic Hills at the Monastery do on recent health and safety inspections?
Scenic Hills at the Monastery had 5 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 14 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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