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Avalon Senior Living
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Indianapolis, IN
Avalon Senior Living, assisted living in Indianapolis, IN — Dining area with tables and light fixtures

Avalon Senior Living

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Indianapolis, IN
6021 S Arlington Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46237 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Avalon Senior Living

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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.

Facility Direct Line (317) 999-9292
Facility Direct Line (317) 999-9292 InfoAvalon@triplecrownsl.com
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Bed community size
231-bed community Rank #15 / 433Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 15th out of 433 homes in Indiana for bed count. 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Indiana that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Years in operation
1 year in operation Rank #132 / 407Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 132nd out of 407 homes in Indiana for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Indiana facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Indiana that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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: 59 / 100 Rank #156 / 587Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 156th out of 587 homes in Indiana for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Indiana facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Indiana that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
33%
Rank #403 / 423Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 403rd out of 423 homes in Indiana for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Indiana average, with its Statewide rank out of 423. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Indiana that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the Indiana average: 68.1%
Occupied beds
75 / 231
Average occupied beds in Indiana homes 70 beds

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Home
StatusActive
IssuanceApril 1, 2025
ExpirationMarch 31, 2027
License Number25-015486-1

Ownership & Operating Entity

Avalon Senior Living is legally operated by Avalon Senior Living LLC, and administered by Jerrilynn Morehous.

Profit StatusFor-profit

Type Of Units

Residential
231 units
Total beds
231 units

Staffing

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

Leadership

Director of NursingMarcella Christian

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Contact Information

Fax(219) 462-1779

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsSenior Living Amenities, Senior Living Activities, Video Tours, Our Core Values, Current Openings

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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 2024 · 2 years of data 7 deficiencies 2 complaints 6 inspections
Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, deficiencies, 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.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.

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

Rank #47 / 392 in Indiana Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 47th out of 392 homes in Indiana for inspection score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the Indiana average among 392 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Indiana that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. 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, deficiency, 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) 6 Better Metrics better than Indiana average:
• Total deficiencies (81% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (37% below)
• Inspections with deficiencies (43% below)
• Inspections (69% below)
• Total complaints (60% below)
• Complaints per year (60% below)

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. 736 This facility has 81% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (7 vs. IN avg 36).↓ 81% better Rank #42 / 312 Total deficiencies — State benchmarked This home is ranked 42nd out of 312 homes in Indiana for deficiencies. Shows this facility's deficiencies compared to the Indiana average among 312 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Indiana that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.21.9 This facility has 37% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (1.2 vs. IN avg 1.9).↓ 37% better Rank #98 / 312 Deficiencies per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 98th out of 312 homes in Indiana for deficiencies per inspection. Shows this facility's deficiencies per inspection compared to the Indiana average among 312 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Indiana that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.

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. 619 This facility has had 68% fewer total visits than the Indiana average (6 vs. IN avg 19). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 68% fewer
Inspections with deficiencies Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory deficiency. 47 This facility has 43% fewer inspections with deficiencies than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (4 vs. IN avg 7).↓ 43% better
Inspection deficiency rate Info 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
Inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators. 413 This facility has 69% fewer inspections than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (4 vs. IN avg 13).↓ 69% 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. 25 This facility has 60% fewer total complaints than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (2 vs. IN avg 5).↓ 60% better Rank #44 / 288 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 44th out of 288 homes in Indiana for total complaints. Shows this facility's total complaints compared to the Indiana average among 288 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Indiana that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2024. 12.5 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 Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • September 24, 2024 inspection substantiated neglect for allowing three residents to exit the secured memory care unit unsupervised, exposing them to unsafe wandering.
  • March 3, 2025 inspection found four deficiencies including unsafe water temperatures, medication monitoring failures, food sanitation lapses, and incomplete medication disposition documentation.
  • January 13, 2025 complaint investigations found no deficiencies related to the allegations and confirmed compliance with applicable regulations.
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Indiana

Avalon Senior Living is located in INDIANAPOLIS, 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).
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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
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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)

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).
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~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).
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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.
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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
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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)

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, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at Avalon Senior Living?

Avalon Senior Living's occupancy is 33%.

How long has Avalon Senior Living been in business?

Avalon Senior Living has been operating for approximately 1 year, based on available licensing and registration records.

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