Overview of Homestead of Gardner

Nestled just outside of Overland Park, Kansas, Homestead of Gardner provides a maintenance-free Assisted Living lifestyle. It serves Baldwin City, Lawrence, Wellsville, Eudora, and Overbrook residents. The community fosters a safe and welcoming country living environment with a robust activities calendar and multiple apartment styles. Through its Vibrant Living Program, Homestead of Gardner celebrates aging milestones with purpose, curiosity, creativity, and fun, ensuring residents lead fulfilling lives.

Residents of Homestead of Gardner enjoy spacious studio apartments and personalized assisted living care, which are recognized for excellence by the U.S. News & World Report and Resident Satisfaction Five-Star Awards. With a welcoming atmosphere and engaging activities, Homestead of Gardner creates a sense of belonging where residents thrive and create lasting memories.

Bed community size
46-bed community Rank #150 / 224Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 150th out of 224 homes in Kansas. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Kansas facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Rankings are based only on facilities in Kansas 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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 22 / 100 Rank #299 / 363Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 299th out of 363 homes in Kansas. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Kansas facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Kansas 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
85%
Higher than the Kansas average: 79.5%
Occupied beds
39 / 46
Average occupied beds in Kansas homes 50 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
IssuanceApril 27, 2026
CountyJohnson
License NumberN046055

Ownership & Operating Entity

Homestead of Gardner is legally operated by Homestead Of Gardner Operations, Llc, and administered by Jodi Bergkamp.

OwnerCPF LANDLORD LLC

Type Of Units

Assisted Living
46 units
Total beds
46 units

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Inspection History

In Kansas, the Department for Aging and Disability Services, Survey and Certification Commission performs the unannounced inspections required for facility licensing and federal certification.

Since 2015 · 11 years of data 19 deficiencies 14 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Kansas state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2015 vs. Kansas state average
Overall vs. KS average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 4 Better Metrics better than Kansas average:
• Total deficiencies (81% below)
• Deficiencies per year (81% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (55% below)
• Total inspections (56% below)
Latest Inspection February 2, 2026

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

This Facility KS Average vs. KS Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 19 100 This facility has 81% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Kansas assisted living residence (19 vs. KS avg 100).↓ 81% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2015. 1.7 9.1 This facility has 81% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Kansas assisted living residence (1.7 vs. KS avg 9.1).↓ 81% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.4 3.1 This facility has 55% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Kansas assisted living residence (1.4 vs. KS avg 3.1).↓ 55% better

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

This Facility KS Average vs. KS Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 14 32 This facility has 56% fewer total inspections than a typical Kansas assisted living residence (14 vs. KS avg 32).↓ 56% better

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

  • The most recent inspection on October 9, 2024, found the facility in compliance with all regulations and no new deficiencies. Prior to that, the September 24, 2024 inspection identified deficiencies related to incomplete negotiated service agreements, medication storage issues, incomplete incident documentation, and failure to conduct quarterly emergency management plan reviews. Earlier complaint investigations included a substantiated case in February 2022 involving medication administration practices, and prior reports noted recurring issues with functional capacity screenings, documentation, and emergency preparedness. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility appears to have addressed recent deficiencies promptly, showing improvement in the latest follow-up inspection.

What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 330 / 383 / 410 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio

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Building Type: Single-story

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Homestead of Gardner

Studio
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Studio

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Address 1.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Gardner's city center to Homestead of Gardner's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Overland Park

The information below is reported by the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services.

Antioch Valley Senior Living
AL
MC
Overland Park (Rose Estates)
120
Facility 120
KS AVG 69
Rank #24 / 224
No
51
Facility 51
KS AVG 46
Rank #161 / 363
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
62.5%
Facility 62.5%
KS AVG 77.4%
Rank #164 / 198
- Bryan Roby Antioch Opco LLC 19
32
Facility 32
KS AVG 100
Rank #64 / 191
1.7
Facility 1.7
KS AVG 3.1
Rank #49 / 191
Sunrise of Overland Park
AL
MC
RC
Overland Park
82
Facility 82
KS AVG 69
Rank #56 / 224
Yes
52
Facility 52
KS AVG 46
Rank #155 / 363
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed - - Daniel Chik Colonial Village 16
0
Facility 0
KS AVG 100
Rank #1 / 191
0.0
Facility 0.0
KS AVG 3.1
Rank #1 / 191
Avenue 81
AL
IL
MC
Overland Park (Colonial Village)
55
Facility 55
KS AVG 69
Rank #121 / 224
No
88
Facility 88
KS AVG 46
Rank #4 / 363
Private Rooms
81.8%
Facility 81.8%
KS AVG 77.4%
Rank #97 / 198
A+ Nicholas Wysong Avenue 81 9
10
Facility 10
KS AVG 100
Rank #21 / 191
1.1
Facility 1.1
KS AVG 3.1
Rank #28 / 191
Vintage Park at Stanley
AL
Overland Park (Fieldstone Court)
50
Facility 50
KS AVG 69
Rank #137 / 224
No
65
Facility 65
KS AVG 46
Rank #75 / 363
Studio
66.0%
Facility 66.0%
KS AVG 77.4%
Rank #155 / 198
- Lynda Sawyer Homestead Of Stanley Operations, LLC 15
10
Facility 10
KS AVG 100
Rank #21 / 191
0.7
Facility 0.7
KS AVG 3.1
Rank #18 / 191
Homestead of Gardner
AL
Gardner
46
Facility 46
KS AVG 69
Rank #150 / 224
No
22
Facility 22
KS AVG 46
Rank #299 / 363
Studio
84.8%
Facility 84.8%
KS AVG 77.4%
Rank #80 / 198
- Jodi Bergkamp Homestead Of Gardner Operations, LLC 14
19
Facility 19
KS AVG 100
Rank #35 / 191
1.4
Facility 1.4
KS AVG 3.1
Rank #39 / 191

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Kansas

Homestead of Gardner is located in Gardner, Kansas.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Kansas.

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Frail Elderly Waiver

Kansas Medicaid FE Waiver

Age 65+
General Kansas 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 care level assessment.

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

Senior Care Act

Kansas SCA

Age 60+
General Kansas resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$1,800/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
KS

Limited funding; waitlists common.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Homemaker services

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Kansas Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Kansas 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).
KS

Three tiers; no waitlist.

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

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Kansas NFCSP Respite Care

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

11 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

Kansas VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Kansas 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
KS

High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

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 Homestead of Gardner

Who is the owner of Homestead of Gardner?

Homestead of Gardner is legally operated by Homestead Of Gardner Operations, Llc, and administered by Jodi Bergkamp.

Is Homestead of Gardner in a walkable area?

Homestead of Gardner has a walk score of 22. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Homestead of Gardner?

According to KS state health department records, Homestead of Gardner's license number is N046055.

What is the occupancy rate at Homestead of Gardner?

Homestead of Gardner's occupancy is 85%.

Who is the administrator of Homestead of Gardner?

Jodi Bergkamp is the administrator of Homestead of Gardner.

How many beds does Homestead of Gardner have?

Homestead of Gardner has 46 beds.

Are there photos of Homestead of Gardner?

Yes — there are 7 photos of Homestead of Gardner in the photo gallery on this page.

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