Kessler Estates Senior Living
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Lima, OH

Kessler Estates Senior Living

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Lima, OH

Overview of Kessler Estates Senior Living

Situated in the peaceful neighborhood of Lima, OH, Kessler Estates Senior Living is a blissful senior living community that offers Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Respite Care. Invite friends and family over in well-designed accommodations that you can freely customize to fit your needs, preferences, and style. A licensed nurse on-site provides 24-hour supervision to ensure residents are provided care and immediate assistance when they need it.

Committed to delivering an enriching living experience to its residents, the community offers a variety of convenient services, engaging activities, and lifelong learning opportunities. Full-service salon, guest services, and medication services provide residents with more convenience. A talented team of chefs work with a registered dietician in crafting menus and meals that cater to residents’ nutritional needs and tastes, ensuring they receive the nourishment they need to live a vibrant lifestyle.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 35 Rank #174 / 219Bed count — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 174th out of 219 assisted living communities we track in Ohio for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Ohio facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Ohio that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info An established community with some operational experience and growing routines. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #82 / 104Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 82nd out of 104 assisted living communities we track in Ohio for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Ohio facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Ohio that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
8 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #208 / 425Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 208th out of 425 assisted living communities we track in Ohio for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Ohio facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Ohio that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
42 / 100
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Facility
StatusActive
CountyAllen

Ownership & Operating Entity

Kessler Estates Senior Living is administered by Nicole Butcher.

Policies

Pets Allowed
No Smoking
Alcohol Allowed
Honor DO NOT Resuscitate

Contact Information

Fax(419) 331-3673

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Inspection History

In Ohio, the Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification conducts unannounced onsite inspections to evaluate the quality of care and environment in all licensed facilities.

Resident satisfaction survey results

Every two years, the Ohio Department of Aging and the Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman organizations conduct a satisfaction survey among residents in long-term care facilities to assess their quality of care and life.

Average score

81 / 100

Ohio average: 86 / 100

2022 – 2023 Period

Care and services

83 / 100

Ohio average: 89 / 100

Environment

90 / 100

Ohio average: 95 / 100

Moving in

80 / 100

Ohio average: 82 / 100

Facility culture

82 / 100

Ohio average: 86 / 100

Caregivers

90 / 100

Ohio average: 89 / 100

Spending time

68 / 100

Ohio average: 80 / 100

Meals and dining

76 / 100

Ohio average: 81 / 100

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

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Address 4.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Lima's city center to Kessler Estates Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Ohio

Kessler Estates Senior Living is located in Lima, Ohio.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Ohio.

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PASSPORT Waiver

Ohio Medicaid PASSPORT

Age 60+
General Ohio resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
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Administered through regional agencies; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($65/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Ohio Home Care Program (non-Medicaid)

OH HCP

Age 60+
General Ohio resident, at risk of decline.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
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Limited funding; regional variation.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

Ohio Assisted Living Waiver

Age 21+ (65+ prioritized)
General OH resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (individual); QIT required.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
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Covers ~300 facilities; room/board not included (separate cost).

Benefits
Personal care Meals Medication management Transportation (~$3,000-$4,000/month value)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Ohio PACE (e.g., McGregor PACE)

Age 55+
General OH resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.
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Available in 9 counties (e.g., Cuyahoga, Franklin); expanding via Healthy Aging Grants.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Respite Therapies

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Ohio Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General OH resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
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Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)

Ohio HEAP

Age 60+ prioritized
General OH resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month individual, 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.
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Covers gas, electric, oil; emergency aid via Winter/Summer Crisis Programs.

Benefits
Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season) Emergency aid ($500 max)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Ohio Family Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; OH resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
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12 AAAs; rural/low-income priority; volunteer respite option.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Ohio VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General OH resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
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High veteran demand; supports care in multiple settings.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Homestead Exemption

Ohio Homestead Exemption

Age 65+ (or disabled)
General OH resident, homeowner, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$38,500/year individual, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Not assessed; home ownership required.
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Reduces taxable value by $25,000; applies to primary residence.

Benefits
Tax reduction (~$400-$800/year avg., varies by county)

Save the Dream Ohio (Homeowner Assistance Fund)

Ohio Save the Dream

Age 60+ prioritized
General OH resident, homeowner, hardship post-Jan 21, 2020.
Income Limits (2025) ~$147,600/year family of 4, 150% AMI; varies by county
Asset Limits Not assessed; hardship-focused.
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Covers delinquent mortgages, utilities, taxes; max $25,000 mortgage aid.

Benefits
Mortgage aid ($25,000 max) Utility/property tax aid ($5,000 avg.)

Frequently Asked Questions about Kessler Estates Senior Living

Is Kessler Estates Senior Living in a walkable area?

Kessler Estates Senior Living has a walk score of 42. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

How long has Kessler Estates Senior Living been in business?

Kessler Estates Senior Living has been operating for approximately 8 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Kessler Estates Senior Living?

Yes, Kessler Estates Senior Living allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Kessler Estates Senior Living?

Nicole Butcher is the administrator of Kessler Estates Senior Living.

How many beds does Kessler Estates Senior Living have?

Kessler Estates Senior Living has 35 beds.

Are there photos of Kessler Estates Senior Living?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Kessler Estates Senior Living in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Kessler Estates Senior Living provide?

Kessler Estates Senior Living offers Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care.

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