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Aperion Care Tolleston Park, situated in Gary, Indiana, specializes in healthcare services, including short-term rehabilitation, physical therapy, and memory care. At Aperion Care Tolleston Park, a dedicated and multidisciplinary team of caregivers collaborates closely to craft personalized care plans for each patient. These comprehensive plans ensure that all medical, rehabilitation, and personal needs are thoughtfully addressed. Moreover, the facility has a secured Garden unit where specialized memory care programming is provided, ensuring the well-being and comfort of residents with memory-related needs.
The facility provides around-the-clock skilled nursing care, complemented by on-site physical, occupational, and speech therapy services, all orchestrated with a single primary goal: facilitating a comfortable and successful healing experience and preparing patients for their eventual return home. In addition to top-quality medical care, Aperion Care Tolleston Park offers many amenities, including a peaceful and serene setting, a full calendar of activities, cable TV, WiFi access, and the convenience of an on-site full-service beauty salon.
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
22% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
29% of new residents, often for short stays.
49% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
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Aperion Care Tolleston Park is legally operated by MAJOR HOSPITAL, and administrated by FRANK BENSEMA.
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Building Type: Single-storey
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
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.
22 visits/inspections triggered by complaints
3 with citations
8 without citations
Formal expressions of dissatisfaction or concern made by residents, or their families regarding various aspects of the care, services, and environment provided.
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
-54% -34% 
+9% Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Respite Care
+3% Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
+13% -49% 
Aperion Care Tolleston Park
-54%
-34%
+9%
Rittenhouse Village At Portage
+3%
Towne Centre
+13%
-49%
3.3 miles from city center — 5.82 miles to nearest hospital (St. Catherine Hospital)
2350 W Taft St, Gary, IN 46404
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Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 6 | 8.8 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 16 | 8.5 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 63 | 8 | No |
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 63 | 0 | 63 | 22,107 | 91 | 100% | 8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 16 | 0 | 16 | 7,419 | 91 | 100% | 8.5 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 9 | 0 | 9 | 3,229 | 91 | 100% | 7.5 |
| Registered Nurse | 6 | 0 | 6 | 2,069 | 91 | 100% | 8.8 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,448 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,330 | 87 | 96% | 7.8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 7 | 9 | 1,084 | 65 | 71% | 7.6 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1,012 | 64 | 70% | 7.8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 3 | 3 | 628 | 78 | 86% | 7.2 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 509 | 64 | 70% | 7.4 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 472 | 59 | 65% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 472 | 59 | 65% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 1 | 2 | 454 | 56 | 62% | 7.9 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 4 | 4 | 405 | 54 | 59% | 7.2 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 3 | 3 | 383 | 71 | 78% | 3.6 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 317 | 44 | 48% | 7.2 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 94 | 9 | 10% | 10.4 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 3 | 3 | 76 | 22 | 24% | 3.3 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 37 | 7 | 8% | 5.3 |
Indiana average 6
Last Health inspection on Jan 2025
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
45 of 60 citations resulted from standard inspections; 13 of 60 resulted from complaint investigations; and 2 of 60 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
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100% better than Indiana average
Indiana average: 0.2
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100% better than Indiana average
Indiana average: 0.6
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Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
6.9
14% better than Indiana average
Indiana average: 8.0
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
17.5
In line with Indiana average
Indiana average: 17.1
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
13.7%
14% worse than Indiana average
Indiana average: 12.0%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
12.6%
13% better than Indiana average
Indiana average: 14.4%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
26.2%
7% worse than Indiana average
Indiana average: 24.6%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.8%
53% better than Indiana average
Indiana average: 3.9%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.3%
21% worse than Indiana average
Indiana average: 4.4%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.4%
65% better than Indiana average
Indiana average: 1.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
1.1%
80% better than Indiana average
Indiana average: 5.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
87.6%
263% worse than Indiana average
Indiana average: 24.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
29.4%
137% worse than Indiana average
Indiana average: 12.4%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
97.4%
In line with Indiana average
Indiana average: 93.7%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
85.7%
10% worse than Indiana average
Indiana average: 95.4%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
62.5%
24% worse than Indiana average
Indiana average: 81.7%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.3%
5% better than Indiana average
Indiana average: 1.4%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
49.3%
38% worse than Indiana average
Indiana average: 79.0%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Historical financial and operational data for Aperion Care Tolleston Park based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
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