Aster Place
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Lafayette, IN

Aster Place

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Lafayette, IN

Overview of Aster Place

Located in Lafayette, Indiana, Aster Place is an exceptional assisted living community. This newly established residence goes beyond traditional senior care by offering senior independent and assisted living services. But what truly sets Aster Place apart is its commitment to enhancing the lives of its residents through two specialized memory care neighborhoods, each tailored to individual strengths and needs. At the heart of Aster Place is a team of senior care experts who view their work not as a job but as a calling. Their expertise shines through in every interaction, guiding senior residents and their families toward the solutions, answers, and peace of mind they seek.

Aster Place boasts a dedicated professional staff whose primary mission is to provide care, a sense of serenity, and answers to seniors. In many ways, they become an integral part of the extended family, offering unwavering support and understanding. Caring individuals who make a difference is at the core of what Aster Place represents. This is evident when seniors enter the community and meet the staff, as their warmth and dedication envelop them. 

(765) 446-3540
Bed community size
147-bed community Rank #98 / 437Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 98th out of 437 homes in Indiana. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Indiana facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
1 year in operation Rank #130 / 378Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 130th out of 378 homes in Indiana. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Indiana facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 30 / 100 Rank #332 / 587Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 332nd out of 587 homes in Indiana. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Indiana facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
78%
Rank #114 / 433Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 114th out of 433 homes in Indiana. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Indiana average, with its Statewide rank out of 433. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the Indiana average: 68.1%
Occupied beds
114 / 147
Average occupied beds in Indiana homes 70 beds

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Home
IssuanceDecember 1, 2024
ExpirationNovember 30, 2025
License Number24-013045-1

Ownership & Operating Entity

Aster Place is legally operated by Residential Care Xiii Llc, and administrated by Cari Branshaw.

Profit StatusProfit

Type Of Units

Residential
147 units
Total beds
147 units

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

Medical DirectorJohn Thomas
Director of NursingTracy Allen

Contact Information

Fax(765) 446-9500

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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 2022 · 4 years of data 4 deficiencies 3 complaints 11 inspections
Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the Indiana state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical Indiana assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.

11 points above the Indiana average for assisted living residences (83/100)

Rank #47 / 384 in Indiana Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 47th out of 384 homes in Indiana. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the Indiana average among 384 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Inspection score: 94 out of 100. Letter grade A. 11 points above the Indiana average for assisted living residences (83/100)

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 2022 vs. Indiana state average
Overall vs. IN average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Indiana average:
• Complaint visits (38% above)
9 Better Metrics better than Indiana average:
• Total deficiencies (89% below)
• Deficiencies per year (89% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (79% below)
• Total visits (42% below)
• Inspections with deficiencies (57% below)
• Inspection deficiency rate (27% below)
• Inspections (15% below)
• Total complaints (40% below)
• Complaints per year (38% below)
Latest Inspection July 8, 2025 Complaint Investigation

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityIN Averagevs. IN Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 436 This facility has 89% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (4 vs. IN avg 36).↓ 89% better Rank #23 / 386 Total deficiencies — State benchmarked This home is ranked 23rd out of 386 homes in Indiana. Shows this facility's deficiencies compared to the Indiana average among 386 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2022. 19 This facility has 89% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (1 vs. IN avg 9).↓ 89% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.41.9 This facility has 79% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (0.4 vs. IN avg 1.9).↓ 79% better Rank #12 / 386 Deficiencies per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 12th out of 386 homes in Indiana. Shows this facility's deficiencies per inspection compared to the Indiana average among 386 comparable communities in the ranking pool.

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityIN Averagevs. IN Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of all on-site visits — routine inspections, complaint visits, follow-ups, and other focused visits. 1119 This facility has 42% fewer total visits than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (11 vs. IN avg 19).↓ 42% better
Inspections with deficiencies Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory deficiency. 37 This facility has 57% fewer inspections with deficiencies than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (3 vs. IN avg 7).↓ 57% better
Inspection deficiency rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency. 27%37% This facility has 10 percentage points lower inspection deficiency rate than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (27% vs. IN avg 37%).↓ 10% better
Inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators. 1113 This facility has 15% fewer inspections than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (11 vs. IN avg 13).↓ 15% better

Complaints & Investigations Info Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.

This FacilityIN Averagevs. IN Avg
Total complaints Info Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff. 35 This facility has 40% fewer total complaints than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (3 vs. IN avg 5).↓ 40% better Rank #110 / 352 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 110th out of 352 homes in Indiana. Shows this facility's total complaints compared to the Indiana average among 352 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2022. 0.81.3 This facility has 38% fewer complaints per year than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (0.8 vs. IN avg 1.3).↓ 38% better
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints. Formal complaints can result in multiple visits. 118 This facility has 38% more complaint visits than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (11 vs. IN avg 8).↑ 38% worse

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • July 8, 2025 complaint investigation found no deficiencies related to two complaints and confirmed compliance with regulations.
  • October 9, 2024 inspection cited medication administration failures for three residents, including missed insulin doses and documentation errors.
  • May 7, 2025 complaint investigation cited one deficiency for an unsigned resident service plan but no other issues.

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Housing Options: Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Places of interest near Aster Place

Address 3.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Lafayette's city center to Aster Place's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.22 miles to nearest hospital (Sycamore Springs)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Indiana

Aster Place is located in Lafayette, Indiana.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Indiana.

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Aged and Disabled Waiver

Indiana Medicaid A&D Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Indiana 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).
IN

Requires level-of-care determination.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$60/day) Home health services

CHOICE Program

Indiana CHOICE

Age 60+
General Indiana resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month varies
Asset Limits $10,000 individual
IN

Limited funding; regional variation.

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

Residential Care Assistance Program (RCAP)

Indiana Residential Care Assistance Program

Age 65+
General or blind, or disabled, Indiana resident, in approved facility, low-income or SSI recipient.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month including SSI
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
IN

~50 facilities statewide; per diem rate set by FSSA.

Benefits
Room/board Laundry Minimal care coordination (~$20-$50/day subsidy)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Indiana Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Indiana 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).
IN

Three tiers; no waitlist.

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

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Indiana NFCSP Respite Care

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Indiana resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
IN

16 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Caregiver training

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

Indiana VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Indiana 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
IN

High veteran demand statewide.

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

Compare Assisted Living around Lafayette

The information below is reported by the Indiana Department of Health, Division of Long Term Care.

Westminster Village West Lafayette
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.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

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.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

West Lafayette (North Salisbury Street)
184
Facility 184
IN AVG 116
Rank #43 / 437
Yes
62
Facility 62
IN AVG 37
Rank #131 / 587
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
1
Facility 1
IN AVG 8
Rank #130 / 378
32.1%
Facility 32.1%
IN AVG 66.4%
Rank #398 / 404
-Kristen PatzWestminster Village West Lafayette IncJennifer Clark
81
Facility 81
IN AVG 83
Rank #174 / 384
7
2
Facility 2
IN AVG 5
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43
Facility 43
IN AVG 36
Rank #212 / 386
2.5
Facility 2.5
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #181 / 386
Aster Place
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.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

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.

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.

Lafayette (Cascada Business Park)
147
Facility 147
IN AVG 116
Rank #98 / 437
No
30
Facility 30
IN AVG 37
Rank #332 / 587
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
1
Facility 1
IN AVG 8
Rank #130 / 378
77.6%
Facility 77.6%
IN AVG 66.4%
Rank #111 / 404
-Cari BranshawResidential Care Xiii LLCTracy Allen
94
Facility 94
IN AVG 83
Rank #47 / 384
11
3
Facility 3
IN AVG 5
Rank #110 / 352
4
Facility 4
IN AVG 36
Rank #23 / 386
0.4
Facility 0.4
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #12 / 386
Glasswater Creek of Lafayette
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.

Lafayette (Beck Lane)
133
Facility 133
IN AVG 116
Rank #132 / 437
Yes
42
Facility 42
IN AVG 37
Rank #261 / 587
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
9
Facility 9
IN AVG 8
Rank #98 / 378
82.7%
Facility 82.7%
IN AVG 66.4%
Rank #75 / 404
A+Lori Lindsey-ClarkstonGlasswater Creek Of Lafayette, LLCKristel Amos-Johnson
82
Facility 82
IN AVG 83
Rank #165 / 384
14
6
Facility 6
IN AVG 5
Rank #236 / 352
18
Facility 18
IN AVG 36
Rank #116 / 386
1.2
Facility 1.2
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #75 / 386
The Springs at Lafayette
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.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Lafayette (Columbian Park)
126
Facility 126
IN AVG 116
Rank #152 / 437
Yes
69
Facility 69
IN AVG 37
Rank #76 / 587
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms-
32.5%
Facility 32.5%
IN AVG 66.4%
Rank #395 / 404
A-Jeffrey WeaverBoard Of Trustees Of The Flavius J Witham MemorialMichelle Thompson
78
Facility 78
IN AVG 83
Rank #223 / 384
10
2
Facility 2
IN AVG 5
Rank #50 / 352
59
Facility 59
IN AVG 36
Rank #267 / 386
2.6
Facility 2.6
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #187 / 386
Traditions of Lafayette
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.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

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.

Lafayette
87
Facility 87
IN AVG 116
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Yes
52
Facility 52
IN AVG 37
Rank #199 / 587
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
1
Facility 1
IN AVG 8
Rank #130 / 378
89.7%
Facility 89.7%
IN AVG 66.4%
Rank #32 / 404
-Tiffany TribbleFive Star Quality Care-In, LLCNona Finley
91
Facility 91
IN AVG 83
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7
3
Facility 3
IN AVG 5
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8
Facility 8
IN AVG 36
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1.0
Facility 1.0
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #60 / 386

Frequently Asked Questions about Aster Place

What neighborhood is Aster Place in?

Aster Place is in the Cascada Business Park neighborhood of Lafayette.

Who is the Director of Nursing at Aster Place?

Tracy Allen is the Director of Nursing at Aster Place.

Who is the owner of Aster Place?

The legal owner and operator of Aster Place is Residential Care Xiii Llc.

Is Aster Place in a walkable area?

Aster Place has a walk score of 30. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Aster Place?

According to IN state health department records, Aster Place's license number is 24-013045-1.

When does Aster Place's license expire?

According to IN state health department records, Aster Place's license expires on November 30, 2025.

What is the occupancy rate at Aster Place?

Aster Place's occupancy is 78%.

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