Occupancy rate
32%
Lower than the Indiana average: 68.1%Avalon Senior Living
Assisted Living · Indianapolis, IN
Avalon Senior Living
Assisted Living · Indianapolis, IN
Avalon Senior Living is a 231-bed for-profit community at 6021 S. Arlington Avenue in Indianapolis, Indiana. Operated by Avalon Senior Living LLC and led by administrator Jerrilynn Morehous and Director of Nursing Marcella Christian, the facility serves the South Franklin neighborhood under a license active through March 2026. The campus provides assisted living, memory care, and respite services within a large-scale residential setting.
The facility provides 24-hour medical oversight and localized care coordination. While no CMS star rating applies, current 2026 data shows a citations-per-inspection rate of zero based on the most recent complaint investigations. Historical records from 2024 to early 2025 noted past challenges in elopement prevention policies and first-aid staffing coverage, which prompted the implementation of corrective protocols. Occupancy is approximately 32%, with 75 of 231 beds filled, reflecting a steady census increase since the 2024 inaugural survey.
Direct support is coordinated 24/7 by a team led by Marcella Christian. The clinical model integrates 24-hour nursing and specialized memory care, though previous inspections highlighted the need for improved medication monitoring and water temperature regulation. Specifically, a 2024 elopement incident led to the formalization of secured unit supervision policies and staff retraining. Current clinical tracking emphasizes resident weight monitoring, physician notification for condition changes, and accurate medication disposition documentation.
Residential units are designed for accessibility within a newer building that offers some on-foot access to nearby amenities, holding a Walk Score of 59. All-inclusive monthly services cover meals, housekeeping, and personal laundry.
Shared spaces support social interaction and specialized memory programming, with on-site staff managing a calendar focused on cognitive engagement and wellness. The facility does not explicitly list Medicaid acceptance and focuses on a private-pay resident model.
Those seeking a large-scale environment with resort-style features may find this setting appropriate. Interested individuals should discuss current elopement prevention protocols, secured unit staffing levels, and medication monitoring with the administrator to assess 2026 quality performance firsthand.
231-bed community
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
1 year in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score: 59 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Occupancy
Lower than the Indiana average: 68.1%Occupied beds
75 / 231
Average residents per home in Indiana
70 per day
Facility TypeAssisted Living / Residential Care Facility (rcf)
IssuanceJanuary 4, 2025
ExpirationMarch 31, 2026
License Number25-015486-1
Avalon Senior Living is legally operated by Avalon Senior Living Llc, and administrated by Jerrilynn Morehous.
Profit StatusProfit
Residential
231 units
Total beds
231 units
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Director of NursingMARCELLA CHRISTIAN
Respite Care
Fax(219) 462-1779
Specific ProgramsSenior Living Amenities, Senior Living Activities, Video Tours, Our Core Values, Current Openings
Inspection History
In Indiana, the Department of Health, Division of Long Term Care is the primary regulatory body that performs onsite inspections and quality of care reviews for all licensed facilities.
Since 2024 · 2 years of data
7 deficiencies
2 complaints
6 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Indiana state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2024 vs. Indiana state average
Overall vs. IN average
1 Worse
Metrics worse than Indiana average:
• Inspection deficiency rate (81% above) 8 Better Metrics better than Indiana average:
• Total deficiencies (81% below)
• Deficiencies per year (81% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (37% below)
• Total visits (68% below)
• Inspections with deficiencies (43% below)
• Inspections (69% below)
• Total complaints (60% below)
• Complaints per year (60% below)
• Inspection deficiency rate (81% above) 8 Better Metrics better than Indiana average:
• Total deficiencies (81% below)
• Deficiencies per year (81% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (37% below)
• Total visits (68% below)
• Inspections with deficiencies (43% below)
• Inspections (69% below)
• Total complaints (60% below)
• Complaints per year (60% below)
Latest Inspection
March 3, 2025
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies
| This Facility | IN Average | vs. IN Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 7 | 36 | This facility has 81% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (7 vs. IN avg 36).↓ 81% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2024.
| 3.5 | 18 | This facility has 81% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (3.5 vs. IN avg 18).↓ 81% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 1.2 | 1.9 | This facility has 37% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (1.2 vs. IN avg 1.9).↓ 37% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | IN Average | vs. IN Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total visits
Combined count of all on-site visits — routine inspections, complaint visits, follow-ups, and other focused visits.
| 6 | 19 | This facility has 68% fewer total visits than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (6 vs. IN avg 19).↓ 68% better |
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Inspections with deficiencies
Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory deficiency.
| 4 | 7 | This facility has 43% fewer inspections with deficiencies than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (4 vs. IN avg 7).↓ 43% better |
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Inspection deficiency rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency.
| 67% | 37% | This facility has 30 percentage points higher inspection deficiency rate than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (67% vs. IN avg 37%).↑ 30% worse |
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Inspections
Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators.
| 4 | 13 | This facility has 69% fewer inspections than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (4 vs. IN avg 13).↓ 69% better |
Complaints & Investigations
| This Facility | IN Average | vs. IN Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total complaints
Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.
| 2 | 5 | This facility has 60% fewer total complaints than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (2 vs. IN avg 5).↓ 60% better |
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Complaints per year
Average complaints per year since 2024.
| 1 | 2.5 | This facility has 60% fewer complaints per year than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (1 vs. IN avg 2.5).↓ 60% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on March 3, 2025, found deficiencies related to water temperature regulation, medication monitoring, food sanitation, and medication documentation. Earlier inspections showed a mix of issues, including a substantiated complaint in September 2024 for failure to prevent elopement and protect residents in the memory care unit. Other deficiencies involved a late license renewal application and a missing First Aid certified staff member on one shift. Complaint investigations were mostly unsubstantiated except for the noted elopement case. The facility’s inspection history shows ongoing challenges with medication management, safety protocols, and regulatory compliance, with no clear pattern of overall improvement or decline.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Indianapolis (South Franklin) | 231 | No | 59 | - | 1 | 32.5% | - | Jerrilynn Morehous | Avalon Senior Living LLC | Marcella Christian | 6 | 2 | 7 | 1.2 |
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AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Indianapolis (Lake Kesslerwood) | 86 | Yes | 47 | - | 2 | 55.8% | - | Helga Bradley | Bloom At Kessler LLC | Ashley Boykin | 3 | 2 | 11 | 3.7 |
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AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Indianapolis (East Warren) | 66 | Yes | 7 | - | 1 | 81.8% | - | Kimberly Lingle | Bloomfield Senior Living Of Glen, LLC | Jennifer Smith | 3 | 2 | 23 | 7.7 |
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AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Indianapolis (Snacks / Guion Creek) | 58 | Yes | 35 | - | 1 | 94.8% | - | Michael Mccoskey | Bloomfield Senior Living Of Park, LLC | Melissa Robinson | 5 | 1 | 17 | 3.4 |
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AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Greenwood | - | Yes | 1 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 9 | - | C+ | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Frequently Asked Questions about Avalon Senior Living
What neighborhood is Avalon Senior Living in?
Avalon Senior Living is in the South Franklin neighborhood of INDIANAPOLIS.
Who is the Director of Nursing at Avalon Senior Living?
Marcella Christian is the Director of Nursing at Avalon Senior Living.
Is Avalon Senior Living in a walkable area?
Avalon Senior Living has a walk score of 59. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
What is the license number of Avalon Senior Living?
According to IN state health department records, Avalon Senior Living's license number is 25-015486-1.
When does Avalon Senior Living's license expire?
According to IN state health department records, Avalon Senior Living's license expires on March 31, 2026.
What is the occupancy rate at Avalon Senior Living?
Avalon Senior Living's occupancy is 32%.
Who is the administrator of Avalon Senior Living?
Jerrilynn Morehous is the administrator of Avalon Senior Living.
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