Bloom at Kessler

Bloom at Kessler is an Assisted Living Home in Indiana

Bloom at Kessler is an Assisted Living Home in Indiana

Bloom at Kessler

5011 Kessler Blvd E Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46220 View Map

Bloom at Kessler is an Assisted Living Home in Indiana

Bloom at Kessler is an Assisted Living Home in Indiana

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Overview of Bloom at Kessler

Set within a sprawling 4-acre plot in the heart of Indianapolis, Bloom at Kessler is a trusted, family-owned community offering a vibrant and picturesque environment. This beautiful community provides a premier living experience, offering assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. Residents can truly elevate their lifestyle with a wide array of amenities and services tailored to their needs.

The home boasts a rich tapestry of conveniences, including concierge services, a dynamic activity calendar, and three delicious meals served daily. The community prioritizes residents’ well-being with 24-hour support, diabetes care, emergency response systems, and expert monitoring of diet, nutrition, and hydration. From an executive chef preparing delectable meals to convenient services like Internet, parking, and pharmacy facilities, Bloom at Kessler ensures a seamless living experience. With inviting spaces like family rooms, cafes, computer centers, and pet-friendly areas, residents can also enjoy a comfortable, enriching lifestyle in the heart of this warm community.

317-251-1300

Managed by Helga Bradley

Executive Director

Helga Bradley is the Executive Director at Bloom at Kessler, overseeing daily operations and ensuring quality care and services for residents. She is dedicated to achieving high resident satisfaction and fostering a vibrant, supportive community where residents can flourish and enjoy personalized service in a maintenance-free environment.

Home Information Bloom at Kessler
Bed community size
86-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
2 years in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 47 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy Rate
36%
Occupied Beds
31 of 86
Percentage of available beds currently in use by residents.

Indiana average: 68%

Facility Type
ASSISTED LIVING / RESIDENTIAL CARE FACILITY (RCF)
License Date
January 9, 2024
License Expiration
August 31, 2025

Additional licensing details

License number: 24-010064-1

Ownership & operating entity

Bloom at Kessler is legally operated by BLOOM AT KESSLER LLC, and administrated by HELGA BRADLEY.

Profit status: PROFIT

Type Of Units

Residential
86 units
Total beds
86 units

Staffing

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

Leadership

Director of Nursing: ASHLEY BOYKIN

Contact Information

Fax: (317) 251-7720

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / Suite / 1 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at Bloom at Kessler

Assisted Living Memory Care
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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.

3 visits/inspections

3 visits/inspections triggered by complaints

Indiana average: 11 complaint visits

2 complaints

Formal expressions of dissatisfaction or concern made by residents, or their families regarding various aspects of the care, services, and environment provided.

Indiana average: 4 complaints

11 citations

Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Indiana average: 19 citations

Comparison Chart

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

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

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Chapters Living of South Bend
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For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

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Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

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ELLIPSE SOUTH BEND MC OPCO
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For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

SNF

24/7 care needed

Greenwood
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Yes
C+
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-
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Address 5011 Kessler Blvd E Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46220

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Guides for Better Senior Living

From costs to care, explore the most important topics to make informed decisions about your future.

Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for Indiana Seniors

Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Aged and Disabled Waiver
Indiana Medicaid A&D Waiver
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Requires level-of-care determination.
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care (~$60/day), home health services.
CHOICE Program
  • General: Age 60+, Indiana resident, at risk of nursing home.
  • Income Limits: ~$2,000/month (varies).
  • Asset Limits: $10,000 (individual).
  • IN Specifics: Limited funding; regional variation.
  • Services: 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
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: ~50 facilities statewide; per diem rate set by FSSA.
  • Services: Room/board, laundry, minimal care coordination (~$20-$50/day subsidy).
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Indiana Medicare Savings Program
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Three tiers; no waitlist.
  • Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite
Indiana NFCSP Respite Care
Official government program page
  • 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 Specifics: 16 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.
  • Services: Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year), adult day care ($60/day), caregiver training.
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
  • General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Indiana resident.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
  • Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
  • IN Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents.
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Indiana VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics: High veteran demand statewide.
  • Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).

Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for Indiana Seniors

Indiana Medicaid A&D Waiver

Aged and Disabled Waiver

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:
    Requires level-of-care determination.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care (~$60/day), home health services.
Indiana CHOICE

CHOICE Program

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 60+, Indiana resident, at risk of nursing home.
  • Income Limits:
    ~$2,000/month (varies).
  • Asset Limits:
    $10,000 (individual).
  • IN Specifics:
    Limited funding; regional variation.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: In-home care (3-5 hours/week), respite (up to 10 days/year), transportation (~5 trips/month).
Indiana Residential Care Assistance Program

Residential Care Assistance Program (RCAP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, 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 Specifics:
    ~50 facilities statewide; per diem rate set by FSSA.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Room/board, laundry, minimal care coordination (~$20-$50/day subsidy).
Indiana Medicare Savings Program

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:
    Three tiers; no waitlist.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Indiana NFCSP Respite Care

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Requirements:
  • 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 Specifics:
    16 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year), adult day care ($60/day), caregiver training.
Indiana SCSEP

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Indiana resident.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
  • Asset Limits:
    Not specified; income-focused.
  • IN Specifics:
    Priority for veterans, rural residents.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
Indiana VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

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

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics:
    High veteran demand statewide.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).
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