Homestead of Gardner

Homestead of Gardner

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.

Capacity and availability

Residents per day
39
Bed community size
46-bed community Rank #149 / 223Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 149th out of 223 homes we track in Kansas for bed count. 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Kansas that reports data for that category. 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.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 22 / 100 Rank #300 / 352Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 300th out of 352 homes we track in Kansas for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Kansas facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Kansas that reports data for that category. 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
85%
Rank #79 / 203Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 79th out of 203 homes we track in Kansas for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Kansas average, with its Statewide rank out of 203. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Kansas that reports data for that category. 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.
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 These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 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. 2 Better Metrics better than Kansas average:
• Total deficiencies (82% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (67% below)

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

This FacilityKS Averagevs. KS Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 19108 This facility has 82% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Kansas assisted living residence (19 vs. KS avg 108).↓ 82% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.44.18 This facility has 67% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Kansas assisted living residence (1.4 vs. KS avg 4.18).↓ 67% better

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

This FacilityKS Averagevs. KS Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 1424 This facility has had 42% fewer total inspections than the Kansas average (14 vs. KS avg 24). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 42% fewer

What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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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
Studio
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

Info below is compiled from the KS Dept. for Aging & Disability Services (KDADS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Antioch Valley Senior Living
AL
MC
Overland Park (Rose Estates)
120
Facility 120
KS AVG 69
Rank #24 / 223
No
51
Facility 51
KS AVG 47
Rank #161 / 352
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
62.5%
Facility 62.5%
KS AVG 77.3%
Rank #171 / 203
-Bryan RobyAntioch Opco LLC17
32
Facility 32
KS AVG 100
Rank #53 / 147
1.9
Facility 1.9
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #34 / 147
Avenue 81
AL
IL
MC
Overland Park (Colonial Village)
55
Facility 55
KS AVG 69
Rank #120 / 223
No
88
Facility 88
KS AVG 47
Rank #4 / 352
Private Rooms
81.8%
Facility 81.8%
KS AVG 77.3%
Rank #95 / 203
A+Nicholas WysongAvenue 8113
10
Facility 10
KS AVG 100
Rank #9 / 147
0.8
Facility 0.8
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #8 / 147
Vintage Park at Stanley
AL
Overland Park
50
Facility 50
KS AVG 69
Rank #136 / 223
Yes
65
Facility 65
KS AVG 47
Rank #75 / 352
Studio
66.0%
Facility 66.0%
KS AVG 77.3%
Rank #162 / 203
-Lynda SawyerHomestead Of Stanley Operations, LLC15
10
Facility 10
KS AVG 100
Rank #9 / 147
0.7
Facility 0.7
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #7 / 147
Homestead of Gardner
AL
Gardner
46
Facility 46
KS AVG 69
Rank #149 / 223
No
22
Facility 22
KS AVG 47
Rank #300 / 352
Studio
84.8%
Facility 84.8%
KS AVG 77.3%
Rank #79 / 203
-Jodi BergkampHomestead Of Gardner Operations, LLC14
19
Facility 19
KS AVG 100
Rank #23 / 147
1.4
Facility 1.4
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #25 / 147
Silvercrest at Deer Creek
AL
IL
Overland Park (Southcreek Business Park)
40
Facility 40
KS AVG 69
Rank #192 / 223
Yes
36
Facility 36
KS AVG 47
Rank #236 / 352
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
KS AVG 77.3%
Rank #107 / 203
-Kimberley Aspenleiter-11
13
Facility 13
KS AVG 100
Rank #15 / 147
1.2
Facility 1.2
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #18 / 147

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%.

Are pets allowed at Homestead of Gardner?

No, Homestead of Gardner has a no-pet policy.

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.

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