Bloom at Kessler
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Indianapolis, IN

Bloom at Kessler

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Indianapolis, IN
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Bloom at Kessler accepts Medicare.

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.

Types of Care at Bloom at Kessler

Assisted Living Memory Care
Bed community size
86-bed community Rank #307 / 441Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 307th out of 441 homes in Indiana. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Indiana SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
2 years in operation Rank #127 / 412Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 127th out of 412 homes in Indiana. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Indiana SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.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: 47 / 100 Rank #226 / 588Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 226th out of 588 homes in Indiana. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Indiana SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
56%
Rank #301 / 433Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 301st out of 433 homes in Indiana. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Indiana average, with its Statewide rank out of 433. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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
48 / 86
Average residents per home in Indiana 70 per day

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living / Residential Care Facility (rcf)
IssuanceJanuary 9, 2024
ExpirationAugust 31, 2025
License Number24-010064-1

Ownership & Operating Entity

Bloom at Kessler is legally operated by Bloom At Kessler Llc, and administrated by Helga Bradley.

Profit StatusProfit

Type Of Units

Residential
86 units
Total beds
86 units

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible

Staffing

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

Leadership

Director of NursingASHLEY BOYKIN

Payment & Insurance

1 service
Accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Fax(317) 251-7720

Amenities & Lifestyle

24-Hour Programming
24-Hour Security
24-Hour Support Staff
3-Meals Served Daily
Activities Of Daily Living Assistance
Beauty/Barber Salon Services
Dining Assistance
Emergency Response Program
Exercise Classes
Housekeeping
Laundry Service
Transportation
Wellness Program
Outdoor Spaces
Pet Friendly
Private Apartments
Secured Outdoor Courtyard
Specific ProgramsServices & Amenities

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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 2022 · 4 years of data 11 deficiencies 2 complaints 3 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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 2022 vs. Indiana state average
Overall vs. IN average 2 Worse Metrics worse than Indiana average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (95% above)
• Inspection deficiency rate (81% above)
8 Better Metrics better than Indiana average:
• Total deficiencies (69% below)
• Deficiencies per year (69% below)
• Total visits (84% below)
• Inspections with deficiencies (71% below)
• Inspections (77% below)
• Total complaints (60% below)
• Complaints per year (62% below)
• Complaint visits (63% below)
Latest Inspection July 22, 2024 Complaint Investigation

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

This Facility IN Average vs. IN Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 11 36 This facility has 69% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (11 vs. IN avg 36).↓ 69% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2022. 2.8 9 This facility has 69% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (2.8 vs. IN avg 9).↓ 69% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 3.7 1.9 This facility has 95% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (3.7 vs. IN avg 1.9).↑ 95% worse

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

This Facility IN Average vs. IN Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of all on-site visits — routine inspections, complaint visits, follow-ups, and other focused visits. 3 19 This facility has 84% fewer total visits than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (3 vs. IN avg 19).↓ 84% better
Inspections with deficiencies Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory deficiency. 2 7 This facility has 71% fewer inspections with deficiencies than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (2 vs. IN avg 7).↓ 71% 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. 3 13 This facility has 77% fewer inspections than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (3 vs. IN avg 13).↓ 77% better

Complaints & Investigations Info Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.

This Facility IN Average vs. IN Avg
Total complaints Info Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff. 2 5 This facility has 60% fewer total complaints than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (2 vs. IN avg 5).↓ 60% better
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2022. 0.5 1.3 This facility has 62% fewer complaints per year than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (0.5 vs. IN avg 1.3).↓ 62% better
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints. Formal complaints can result in multiple visits. 3 8 This facility has 63% fewer complaint visits than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (3 vs. IN avg 8).↓ 63% 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 July 22, 2024, found deficiencies related to personnel health screening, resident service plan signatures, and food storage practices, though no deficiencies were cited related to the complaint investigated. Earlier inspections showed a range of issues including fire drill compliance, staff certification, resident care, food safety, documentation, and infection control, with no deficiencies linked to complaint allegations. Inspectors cited recurring themes around food storage and safety as well as documentation and staff health screening. Complaint investigations were generally unsubstantiated or found no deficiencies related to the allegations. The inspection history shows some ongoing challenges with regulatory compliance, particularly in food safety and documentation, with no clear pattern of improvement or worsening.

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / Suite / 1 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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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.

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Bloom at Kessler

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Studio
One Bedroom
One Bedroom
Deluxe One Bedroom
Deluxe One Bedroom
Two Bedroom One Bathroom
Two Bedroom One Bathroom
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Semi Private Deluxe Studio

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Address 8.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Indianapolis's city center to Bloom at Kessler's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.9 miles to nearest hospital (Indiana Spine Group)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Indiana

Bloom at Kessler is located in Indianapolis, 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).
IN

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
IN

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).
IN

~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).
IN

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.
IN

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
IN

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)

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Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

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MC

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Bloom at Kessler
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Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Indianapolis (Lake Kesslerwood) 86 Yes 47 Studio / Suite / 1 Bed 2 55.8% Helga Bradley Bloom At Kessler LLC Ashley Boykin 3 2 11 3.7
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IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

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Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Bloom at Kessler

What neighborhood is Bloom at Kessler in?

Bloom at Kessler is in the Lake Kesslerwood neighborhood of Indianapolis.

Who is the Director of Nursing at Bloom at Kessler?

Ashley Boykin is the Director of Nursing at Bloom at Kessler.

Is Bloom at Kessler in a walkable area?

Bloom at Kessler has a walk score of 47. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Bloom at Kessler?

According to IN state health department records, Bloom at Kessler's license number is 24-010064-1.

When does Bloom at Kessler's license expire?

According to IN state health department records, Bloom at Kessler's license expires on August 31, 2025.

What is the occupancy rate at Bloom at Kessler?

Bloom at Kessler's occupancy is 56%.

Does Bloom at Kessler have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Bloom at Kessler on this page.

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