Quick answers
- Where is Brookside Care Strategies?
- 505 N Gavin St, Muncie, IN 47303, in Delaware County, Indiana.
- What is the phone number of Brookside Care Strategies?
- (765) 289-1915, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Brookside Care Strategies?
- Medicare (CMS) does not show a star rating for Brookside Care Strategies in the current data.
- Has Brookside Care Strategies been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for Brookside Care Strategies.
- What did inspectors find at Brookside Care Strategies?
- In its last three inspection cycles (November 17, 2023 to May 21, 2026), Medicare lists 49 health citations; the most serious was level J. 4 were level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
Medicare ratings, explained
Star ratings are one piece of information. Visit, ask questions and talk with your doctor about what matters for your care.
Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (November 17, 2023 to May 21, 2026), Brookside Care Strategies had 49 health citations; the most serious was level J (immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety). 4 of them were level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). Medicare lists no fines or payment denials for it in the last three years. Nurse staffing is 3.55 hours per resident per day; the Indiana average is 3.73 and the national average is 3.90.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.
Inspection history: last three cycles
State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.
What the letters A to L mean
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: May 21, 2026 — 10 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: December 19, 2025 (complaint investigation); February 20, 2026 (complaint investigation); March 31, 2026 (complaint investigation); May 21, 2026 (standard health inspection).
F0600 Level G
“Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.”
actual harm to residents; isolated (a few residents) · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Show 9 less serious citations (levels A to F)
F0609 Level D
“Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.”
F0610 Level D
“Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.”
F0628 Level D
“Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.”
F0880 Level D
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0550 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.”
F0609 Level D
“Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.”
F0600 Level D
“Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.”
F0577 Level C
“Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.”
F0732 Level C
“Post nurse staffing information every day.”
Previous cycle: August 22, 2025 — 15 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: January 8, 2025 (complaint investigation); February 20, 2025 (complaint investigation); August 22, 2025 (complaint investigation); August 22, 2025 (standard health inspection); September 26, 2025 (complaint investigation).
Show 15 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0725 Level F
“Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.”
F0727 Level F
“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.”
F0568 Level E
“Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.”
F0570 Level E
“Assure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility.”
F0880 Level E
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0600 Level D
“Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.”
F0580 Level D
“Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.”
F0695 Level D
“Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.”
F0732 Level D
“Post nurse staffing information every day.”
F0745 Level D
“Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.”
F0867 Level D
“Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.”
F0883 Level D
“Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.”
F0887 Level D
“Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.”
F0684 Level D
“Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.”
F0607 Level D
“Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.”
Earlier cycle: September 26, 2024 — 24 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: November 17, 2023 (complaint investigation); February 23, 2024 (complaint investigation); July 24, 2024 (complaint investigation); August 23, 2024 (complaint investigation); September 26, 2024 (complaint investigation); September 26, 2024 (standard health inspection).
F0622 Level J
“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.”
immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety; isolated (a few residents) · Resident Rights Deficiencies
F0626 Level J
“Permit a resident to return to the nursing home after hospitalization or therapeutic leave that exceeds bed-hold policy.”
immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety; isolated (a few residents) · Resident Rights Deficiencies
F0600 Level G
“Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.”
actual harm to residents; isolated (a few residents) · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Show 21 less serious citations (levels A to F)
F0812 Level F
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0865 Level F
“Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.”
F0919 Level F
“Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.”
F0577 Level E
“Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.”
F0585 Level E
“Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.”
F0880 Level E
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0917 Level E
“Make sure each resident has 1) at least one window to the outside in a room; 2) a room at or above ground level; 3) adequate bedding; 4) furniture that meets the resident's needs; or 5) adequate closet space.”
F0609 Level D
“Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.”
F0610 Level D
“Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.”
F0655 Level D
“Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted”
F0686 Level D
“Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.”
F0742 Level D
“Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder.”
F0755 Level D
“Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.”
F0761 Level D
“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.”
F0755 Level D
“Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.”
F0600 Level D
“Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.”
F0609 Level D
“Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.”
F0744 Level D
“Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.”
F0908 Level D
“Keep all essential equipment working safely.”
F0925 Level D
“Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.”
F0732 Level C
“Post nurse staffing information every day.”
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
Full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare →
Fire safety citations (27)
E0004 Level F
“Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).”
E0006 Level F
“Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.”
E0037 Level F
“Establish staff and initial training requirements.”
K0352 Level F
“Properly install and monitor supervisory attachments on automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0227 Level E
“Have ramps, exits, fire escape ladders, steps, and areas of refuge that meet safety requirements.”
K0324 Level E
“Provide properly protected cooking facilities.”
K0346 Level C
“Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.”
K0354 Level C
“Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.”
K0711 Level C
“Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.”
E0006 Level F
“Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.”
E0013 Level F
“Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.”
K0353 Level F
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0363 Level F
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
K0921 Level F
“Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.”
K0211 Level E
“Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.”
K0291 Level E
“Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.”
K0355 Level E
“Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.”
K0324 Level D
“Provide properly protected cooking facilities.”
K0345 Level F
“Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.”
K0927 Level F
“Have proper fire barriers, ventilation and signs for the transfilling of oxygen.”
K0211 Level E
“Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.”
K0325 Level E
“Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.”
K0353 Level E
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0363 Level E
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
E0025 Level C
“Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients.”
K0346 Level C
“Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.”
K0354 Level C
“Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.”
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.
| Measure | This home | Indiana | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.49 | 0.68 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.79 | 0.78 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.27 | 2.28 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 3.55 | 3.73 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.33 | 3.26 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.33 | 0.46 | 0.48 |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 1.0 | 0.5 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Compare with other nursing homes
Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 42 |
| Average residents per day | 38.6 |
| Takes part in | Medicaid |
| Ownership | For profit – corporation |
| Legal business name | Legal Business Name Not Available |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1974-11-01 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 505 N Gavin St, Muncie, IN 47303 |
| County | Delaware County |
| State | Indiana |
| Phone | (765) 289‑1915 |
| CMS Certification Number | 15E064 |
| Name in Medicare records | BROOKSIDE CARE STRATEGIES |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
What to ask when you call or visit
A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.
- Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
- Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
- How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
- Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
- What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
- Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
- What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
- Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
- Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
- Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.
Other nursing homes nearby
By straight-line distance (not driving distance).
- Cardinal Care Strategies1.7 mi · Muncie, IN · 1 of 5 stars
- The Waters of Muncie1.7 mi · Muncie, IN · 2 of 5 stars
- Signature Healthcare of Muncie2.4 mi · Muncie, IN · 1 of 5 stars
- Waters Edge Village2.7 mi · Muncie, IN · 4 of 5 stars
- Envive of Muncie3.4 mi · Muncie, IN · 3 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Hospital2.7 mi · Muncie, IN · Acute Care Hospital
- Henry County Memorial Hospital18 mi · New Castle, IN · Acute Care Hospital
- Community Hospital of Anderson and Madison County18 mi · Anderson, IN · Acute Care Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13