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2325 S Miller St Shelbyville, IN 46176 · Shelby County

(317) 392-3287

All 3 nursing homes in Shelbyville, IN (3 take Medicaid)

Accepts Medicaid 130 certified beds Government

CMS certification number 15A011 · See this home on Medicare Care Compare

Ratings come from CMS and are updated monthly; these are from October 2026. Check the latest inspection report and visit in person before you decide.

Is Especially Kidz Health & Rehab a good nursing home? Reviews, ratings and inspection record

There are no official resident reviews of nursing homes: Medicare's Care Compare publishes inspections, staffing and quality data instead. Here is what that record shows for Especially Kidz Health & Rehab as of October 2026.

CMS rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall, about the same as the Indiana average of 3.2. Inspectors issued 20 citations in the last three years. CMS reports no fines or payment denials in that time.

Online reviews from families and residents are on Google Maps and other sites; they reflect individual experiences and aren't checked by CMS. The full inspection reports, including what inspectors observed, are on Medicare Care Compare.

Staffing

Nursing staff spend about 4.34 hours per resident per day at Especially Kidz Health & Rehab, above the Indiana median of 3.60 (US median: 3.72). About 0.39 of those hours are from registered nurses. On weekends it falls to 3.88 hours, 10% below its all-week average. 41.8% of nursing staff left within a year (Indiana median 45.5%). 2 administrators left in the past year.

Nursing care per resident per day 4.34 hours
Above the Indiana median of 3.60 Registered nurses, licensed practical nurses and aides combined, from payroll records.
Registered nurse hours 0.39 per resident a day RNs handle assessments, medications and changes in condition.
Weekend nursing care 3.88 hours Per resident a day. A big drop from weekdays can mean thin weekend staffing.
Nursing staff turnover 41.8% a year Share of nursing staff who left over a year. Lower usually means steadier care.
Registered nurse turnover 53.3% a year Share of registered nurses who left over a year.
Administrators who left 2 in the past year Frequent leadership changes are worth asking about on a visit.

About this nursing home

Certified beds130
Residents per day 113 About 87% of beds filled, on average
OwnershipGovernment - County
Payment acceptedMedicaid
Certified sinceMarch 1974
Legal business nameLegal Business Name Not Available

Paying for care at Especially Kidz Health & Rehab: Medicare and Medicaid

Especially Kidz Health & Rehab is certified for Medicaid but not Medicare, so Medicare won't pay for a rehab stay here after a hospital discharge. It can serve long-term residents covered by Indiana Medicaid.

Health inspections

The most recent standard inspection was on May 21, 2026 and found 2 deficiencies. In total, inspectors issued 20 citations in the last three years.

Each citation has a scope and severity letter from A to L. A–C: potential for minimal harm. D–F: potential for more than minimal harm. G–I: actual harm. J–L: immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety.

What the inspections found

Over the last three years, inspectors issued 20 citations at Especially Kidz Health & Rehab across 4 inspection dates, 2 of them from complaint investigations. None were at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy levels; 20 were "potential for more than minimal harm" (D–F) and 0 were minimal (A–C). The most common areas cited were quality of life and care (9) and nutrition and dietary (3). The most serious was cited under the CMS rule to "dispose of garbage and refuse properly" (tag F0814, level F, February 23, 2024). 1 citation was under CMS's abuse, neglect and exploitation rules.

May 21, 2026 · 2 citations

DProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 1, 2026)

DProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 1, 2026)

September 18, 2025 · 1 citation · includes complaint inspection

DProvide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 · Complaint inspection · Past Non-Compliance

April 2, 2025 · 6 citations

EProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Apr 9, 2025)

EProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Apr 9, 2025)

EMake sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0921 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Apr 9, 2025)

DProvide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Apr 9, 2025)

DProvide activities to meet all resident's needs.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Apr 9, 2025)

DProvide 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.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Apr 9, 2025)

February 23, 2024 · 11 citations · includes complaint inspection

FDispose of garbage and refuse properly.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 15, 2024)

EProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 15, 2024)

DHonor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 · Complaint inspection · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 15, 2024)

DProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 15, 2024)

DEnsure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 15, 2024)

DNotify the appropriate authorities when residents with MD or ID services has a significant change in condition.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0646 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 15, 2024)

DProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 15, 2024)

DProvide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 15, 2024)

DEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 15, 2024)

DEnsure 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.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 15, 2024)

DEnsure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0740 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 15, 2024)

Questions to ask on a tour of Especially Kidz Health & Rehab

  1. CMS cited the home under its abuse and neglect rules on February 23, 2024. How are staff trained, and how are concerns reported?
  2. CMS rates staffing 1 out of 5. How many residents does each nurse aide care for on day, evening and night shifts?
  3. Several administrators left in the past year. What has changed for residents since then?
  4. Do you have a Medicaid bed open now, and will you admit someone whose Medicaid application is still pending?
  5. When is the first care-plan meeting, and can family attend?

Questions come from this home's CMS data: its inspections, staffing and ownership record.

Fines and payment denials

CMS reports no fines or payment denials for this home in the last three years.

Rating history

CMS monthOverallInspectionStaffingQuality
October 2026 3/5 4/5 1/5 3/5
August 2026 3/5 4/5 1/5 3/5
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Location

Hospitals near Especially Kidz Health & Rehab

The Medicare-certified hospitals closest to this nursing home, with their CMS data. Ask the home which hospital it usually sends residents to.

  • 4.0 mi
    Major Hospital Shelbyville
    Emergency room ★★★★☆ Medicare overall 4 of 5
    Median ER visit 2h 10m for patients treated and sent home
  • 15.5 mi
    Johnson Memorial Hospital Franklin
    Emergency room ★★★★★ Medicare overall 5 of 5
    Median ER visit 2h 19m for patients treated and sent home
  • 17.8 mi
    Bhc Valle Vista Hospital Greenwood
    No ER listed in Medicare data

Hospital ratings, ER visit times and more at Hospitals In Each State
Source: CMS Care Compare. Distances are approximate.

Nearby nursing homes

Willows of Shelbyville Shelbyville · 0.0 mi away ★★☆☆☆ Inspection 2/5 · Staffing 1/5 121 beds · Medicaid
Ashford Place Health Campus Shelbyville · 3.8 mi away ★★★★☆ Inspection 3/5 · Staffing 3/5 68 beds · Medicaid
Waldron Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center Waldron · 7.1 mi away ★★★☆☆ Inspection 2/5 · Staffing 2/5 71 beds · Medicaid
Morristown Manor Morristown · 12.1 mi away ★★★★☆ Inspection 3/5 · Staffing 3/5 119 beds · Medicaid
Homeview Center of Franklin Franklin · 13.9 mi away ★★★★★ Inspection 5/5 · Staffing 4/5 119 beds · Medicaid

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