Gentlecare Nursing & Rehabilitation

    1202 S 16th St, Vincennes, IN 47591
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care
    • Skilled Nursing

    Caring attentive staff, excellent therapy

    I've had a very positive experience - the staff are caring, attentive, and knowledgeable; nurses like Christina and Braithwaite and the gentle CNAs really stood out. The small, spotless, home-like facility offers excellent therapy, flexible visiting, home-cooked meals and engaging activities, and made us feel safe; I highly recommend it.

    Current/former resident
    Jul 2026

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    4.45·(55)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.4
    • Staff

      4.4
    • Meals

      4.5
    • Amenities

      2.0
    • Value

      4.5

    Pros

    • Knowledgeable nursing staff
    • Compassionate and respectful CNAs
    • Attentive, responsive caregiving
    • Good staff-to-resident ratio
    • Long-tenured, stable staff
    • Warm, welcoming admissions experience
    • Dignified assistance during meals
    • Home-cooked dining offerings
    • Engaging activities and programming
    • Clean, home-like facility areas
    • Flexible visiting hours
    • Strong leadership and management
    • Effective therapy and rehabilitation services
    • Family-like atmosphere

    Cons

    • Gaps in emergency-response escalation
    • Inconsistent staff professionalism and conduct
    • Communication lapses with families
    • Variable cleanliness and sanitation between areas
    • Inconsistent clinical responsiveness
    • Dated building areas
    • Perceived variability in overall care quality

    Summary of reviews

    Gentlecare Nursing & Rehabilitation receives substantial praise for its frontline staff and small, home-like environment. Many reviewers highlight knowledgeable nurses, respectful CNAs, and a caring, family-oriented culture. Comments emphasize attentive day‑to‑day caregiving, dignified support at mealtimes, home-style dining, active engagement programming, and rehabilitation services described as effective. The facility's staffing levels and long-tenured personnel are frequently noted as strengths that contribute to a sense of safety and continuity for residents.

    At the same time, there are clusters of serious operational concerns that prospective families should evaluate. Several reviewers described delays or gaps in clinical escalation and emergency response; one review described an alleged refusal to call emergency services. These accounts align with a broader pattern of intermittent communication lapses between staff and families and instances of variable clinical responsiveness. Reviewers also differed on facility condition: many praised cleanliness and a home-like feel, while others raised sanitation and maintenance concerns in particular areas and described parts of the building as dated.

    Management aspects include positive notes about a warm admissions process, leadership visibility, flexible visiting hours, and responsiveness to routine questions. The facility appears to be in demand, as indicated by a long waitlist mentioned by reviewers, which suggests overall community trust. Nonetheless, the combination of strong praise and distinct negative accounts points to variability in how consistently policies and standards are applied.

    For families considering Gentlecare, recommended tour questions include: how emergency escalation and on-call clinical coverage are handled; staffing ratios at different times of day; processes for family communication after clinical incidents; routine cleaning and maintenance schedules; and opportunities to meet the therapy team. Verifying licensure, recent inspection summaries, and speaking with current resident families can help clarify whether the strengths noted in many reviews are consistently delivered and whether the operational concerns have been addressed.

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    Medicare Ratings

    5·/ 5
    • Overall

    • Health Inspection

    • Staffing

    • Quality Measures

    Ratings from the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (Care Compare). View on Medicare.gov

    Location

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    Gentlecare Nursing & Rehabilitation is located at 1202 S 16th St, Vincennes, IN, 47591.

    About Gentlecare Nursing & Rehabilitation

    Gentlecare of Vincennes is a small, for-profit nursing home facility that operates with a capacity of 60 beds. The community specializes in providing both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care for its residents, earning an "Average" rating in both areas according to recent data. As a corporate-owned entity, Gentlecare of Vincennes is dedicated to serving the elderly population of its region, offering a range of services designed to support recovery and day-to-day living. The facility is not part of a continuing care retirement community, focusing its efforts on the core aspects of nursing care and rehabilitative services. Participation in both Medicare and Medicaid makes Gentlecare of Vincennes accessible to a broader spectrum of individuals who require either brief rehabilitation stays or extended care.

    The short-term rehabilitation program at Gentlecare of Vincennes assists patients recovering from incidents such as stroke, heart attack, infections, or accidental injuries. On average, over half of the residents who enter for short-term rehabilitation are able to return home after their stay, reflecting the program's commitment to helping individuals regain independence wherever possible. During their rehabilitation, residents benefit from a daily average nurse staffing time of 2 hours and 51 minutes per resident, a figure consistent across weekdays and weekends, which supports a stable and attentive care environment. The community prides itself on safety, with no recent major injuries from falls reported, highlighting its attentive supervision and responsive care team. Furthermore, Gentlecare of Vincennes maintains vigilance in infection control, with a relatively low rate of serious infections requiring hospitalization among short-term residents.

    Long-term care at Gentlecare of Vincennes caters to individuals who require daily assistance with both medical and non-medical needs, including eating, dressing, and using the bathroom. A significant proportion of residents maintain the ability to manage common activities of daily living independently while under the care provided at the facility. Immunization is a priority, with a notably high percentage of residents receiving the annual influenza vaccination for added health protection. The facility also boasts above-average ratings for consistent staffing levels on weekends compared to weekdays, which further underscores the commitment to regular, dependable care.

    Safety and quality are further illustrated by recent inspection results, which reflect that Gentlecare of Vincennes meets key health and safety standards set by state agencies. The facility has demonstrated low rates of emergency room visits, both for short-term and long-term residents, and strives to provide transparent and timely care notifications. While regular inspections monitor and report on various quality measures, Gentlecare of Vincennes has responded appropriately to recommendations to ensure the well-being of its residents.

    As a cornerstone of elder care in the Vincennes area, Gentlecare of Vincennes stands out for its dedication to providing well-rounded, reliable nursing care and rehabilitation. Its programs are built around the needs of the community, guided by a consistent nursing presence and a responsive approach to both acute medical care and everyday assistance. With accessible payment options through Medicare and Medicaid, and with a track record of effective rehabilitation and supportive long-term living, this facility remains committed to helping seniors maintain dignity and quality of life.

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