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Bertha D Garten Ketcham Memorial Center

601 E Race St, Odon, IN 47562

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Bertha D Garten Ketcham Memorial Center is a nursing home in Odon, Indiana. This page lists the citations, fines and star ratings that CMS publishes for it. Each one has a date and a link to CMS.

This page uses data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), published on October 28, 2026. CMS updates its data about once a month.

CMS star ratings

Facts from CMS

Phone
(812) 636-4920
Last standard health inspection
January 22, 2026 (9 months ago)
Certified beds
84
Residents per day, on average
65.7
Ownership type
Non profit - Corporation
Legal business name
Jackson County Schneck Memorial Hospital
Chain
Not listed by CMS
Takes part in
Medicare and Medicaid

Fewer health citations than the Indiana average (18 vs 23).

Inspections, fines and changes

This list shows every citation and fine in CMS's current data, which covers about the last three years. It also shows changes CMS made to this home's ratings and records.

  1. 1 citation

    Health inspection on August 7, 2026

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    • Citation F0605. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2026.

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  2. CMS update of July 29, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 4 of 5.

  3. CMS update of April 29, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.

  4. CMS update of March 25, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

  5. CMS update of February 25, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.

  6. 3 citations

    Health inspection on January 22, 2026

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation F0921. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 9, 2026.

    • Citation F0551. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Give the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 9, 2026.

    • Citation F0695. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 9, 2026.

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  7. 1 citation

    Health inspection on December 2, 2025

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    • Citation F0655. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

      CMS lists it as corrected on December 10, 2025.

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  8. CMS update of November 20, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.

  9. CMS update of July 30, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.

  10. 1 citation

    Health inspection on February 26, 2025

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.

    61 of 507 Indiana homes (12%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2025.

    • Citation F0689. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 21, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for F0689 2 times since 2024.

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  11. CMS update of February 26, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 2 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 1 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.

  12. 8 citations

    Health inspection on October 10, 2024

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation F0656. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 19, 2024.

    • Citation F0761. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: 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.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 19, 2024.

      CMS has cited this home for F0761 2 times since 2023.

    • Citation F0812. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 19, 2024.

    • Citation F0580. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 19, 2024.

    • Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 19, 2024.

    • Citation F0758. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: 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.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 19, 2024.

    • Citation F0880. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 19, 2024.

    • Citation F0732. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Post nurse staffing information every day.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 19, 2024.

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  13. 1 citation

    Health inspection on August 29, 2024

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    • Citation F0744. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 16, 2024.

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  14. CMS update of January 31, 2024

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.

  15. 3 citations

    Health inspection on December 4, 2023

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.

    • Citation F0761. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: 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.

      CMS lists it as corrected on December 29, 2023.

    • Citation F0635. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide doctor's orders for the resident's immediate care at the time the resident was admitted.

      CMS lists it as corrected on December 29, 2023.

    • Citation F0641. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

      CMS lists it as corrected on December 29, 2023.

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  16. 18 citations

    Fire safety inspection on December 4, 2023

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation E0015. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 25, 2024.

    • Citation E0024. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Establish policies and procedures for volunteers.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 25, 2024.

    • Citation E0034. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide a means of sharing information on occupancy/needs.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 25, 2024.

    • Citation E0037. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Establish staff and initial training requirements.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 25, 2024.

    • Citation E0039. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 25, 2024.

    • Citation K0161. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Use approved construction type or materials.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 25, 2024.

    • Citation K0321. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 25, 2024.

    • Citation K0324. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 25, 2024.

    • Citation K0345. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 25, 2024.

    • Citation K0351. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 25, 2024.

    • Citation K0353. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 25, 2024.

    • Citation K0373. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Have enough space near smoke barriers to protect residents.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 25, 2024.

    • Citation K0711. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 25, 2024.

    • Citation K0761. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 25, 2024.

    • Citation K0914. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 25, 2024.

    • Citation K0511. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 25, 2024.

    • Citation K0291. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 25, 2024.

    • Citation K0712. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 25, 2024.

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Owners and managers

CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.

Questions

When was Bertha D Garten Ketcham Memorial Center last inspected?

CMS lists January 22, 2026 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.

How many citations (violations) does Bertha D Garten Ketcham Memorial Center have?

CMS lists 18 health citations since December 4, 2023. CMS also calls these deficiencies.

Has Bertha D Garten Ketcham Memorial Center been fined?

CMS lists no fines for this home in the past three years.

What is the CMS star rating of Bertha D Garten Ketcham Memorial Center?

Its CMS overall star rating is 3 of 5.

Is Bertha D Garten Ketcham Memorial Center a Special Focus Facility?

No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.