Gardens at Wapakoneta

Q: Who is the Director of Nursing at Gardens at Wapakoneta?

Brooke Buroker is the Director of Nursing at Gardens at Wapakoneta.

Q: Is Gardens at Wapakoneta in a walkable area?

Gardens at Wapakoneta has a walk score of 70. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Q: What is the best email address for Gardens at Wapakoneta?

The team at Gardens at Wapakoneta can be reached at BBUROKER@WAPAKONETACARECENTER.COM.

Q: Who is the administrator of Gardens at Wapakoneta?

Cathy Vasil is the administrator of Gardens at Wapakoneta.

Q: How many beds does Gardens at Wapakoneta have?

Gardens at Wapakoneta has 64 beds.

Q: Has Gardens at Wapakoneta had any recent deficiencies or citations?

Gardens at Wapakoneta has had 1 recently reported deficiency.

Q: Are there photos of Gardens at Wapakoneta?

Yes — there is 1 photo of Gardens at Wapakoneta in the photo gallery on this page.

Overview of Gardens at Wapakoneta

Gardens at Wapakoneta is a 64-bed residential care facility administrated by Cathy Vasil at 505 Walnut Street in Wapakoneta, Ohio 45895, in Auglaize County. The Director of Nursing is Brooke Buroker. Licensed by the Ohio Department of Aging, the facility provides basic assisted living and memory care services. Gardens at Wapakoneta operates as part of Lionstone Care Management. Staffing operates 24 hours.

Three care programs are confirmed: Premier Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Respite Care. The facility accommodates couples seeking to reside together. Meals, housekeeping, and laundry services are available. The activities program includes group bingo, hall bowling, puzzles, and regularly scheduled programming. Indoor and outdoor common spaces are available.

The Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification, conducted its most recent inspection on August 4, 2025, and found 1 citation. The statewide average is 2 citations per inspection. Zero severe citations appear in the comparative record for prior inspection cycles. No enforcement actions or immediate jeopardy findings are listed in available reports.

Auglaize Family Practice Center is approximately 0.4 miles from the facility. Lima Memorial Health and Joint Township District Memorial Hospital are within approximately 30 minutes. Wapakoneta is the birthplace of Neil Armstrong and home to the Armstrong Air and Space Museum.

Gardens at Wapakoneta is suited for couples or individuals seeking assisted living or memory care in Wapakoneta with dual ODA certification. Families should verify current Medicaid acceptance, occupancy availability, and staff credentials during initial inquiry.

(419) 738-0725

64-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

Walk Score: 70 / 100

Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Facility TypeResidential Care Facility

StatusActive

CountyAuglaize

Gardens at Wapakoneta is administrated by Cathy Vasil.

Staffing

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

Director of NursingBROOKE BUROKER

Respite Care

24-Hour Staffing

Email [email protected]

Fax(419) 738-0724

Specific ProgramsPremier Assisted Living

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

Overall vs. OH average

Latest Inspection August 4, 2025

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

Metric	This Facility	OH Average	vs. OH Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	1	2	This facility has 50% fewer total citations than a typical Ohio nursing home (1 vs. OH avg 2). Click this badge to view the full Ohio ranking.↓ 50% better

PASSPORT Waiver

Ohio Medicaid PASSPORT

Age 60+

General Ohio 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).

Administered through regional agencies; waitlists possible.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($65/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Ohio Home Care Program (non-Medicaid)

OH HCP

Age 60+

General Ohio resident, at risk of decline.

Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies

Asset Limits $5,000 individual

Limited funding; regional variation.

Benefits

In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

Ohio Assisted Living Waiver

Age 21+ (65+ prioritized)

General OH resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (individual); QIT required.

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Covers ~300 facilities; room/board not included (separate cost).

Benefits

Personal care Meals Medication management Transportation (~$3,000-$4,000/month value)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Ohio PACE (e.g., McGregor PACE)

Age 55+

General OH resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.

Available in 9 counties (e.g., Cuyahoga, Franklin); expanding via Healthy Aging Grants.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Respite Therapies

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Ohio Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled

General OH 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).

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits

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

Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)

Ohio HEAP

Age 60+ prioritized

General OH resident, low-income household.

Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month individual, 185% FPL

Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.

Covers gas, electric, oil; emergency aid via Winter/Summer Crisis Programs.

Benefits

Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season) Emergency aid ($500 max)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Ohio Family Caregiver Support Program

Age —

General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; OH resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.

Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.

12 AAAs; rural/low-income priority; volunteer respite option.

Benefits

Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

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

Ohio VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse

General OH 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

High veteran demand; supports care in multiple settings.

Benefits

Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Homestead Exemption

Ohio Homestead Exemption

Age 65+ (or disabled)

General OH resident, homeowner, low-income.

Income Limits (2025) ~$38,500/year individual, adjusted annually

Asset Limits Not assessed; home ownership required.

Reduces taxable value by $25,000; applies to primary residence.

Benefits

Tax reduction (~$400-$800/year avg., varies by county)

Save the Dream Ohio (Homeowner Assistance Fund)

Ohio Save the Dream

Age 60+ prioritized

General OH resident, homeowner, hardship post-Jan 21, 2020.

Income Limits (2025) ~$147,600/year family of 4, 150% AMI; varies by county

Asset Limits Not assessed; hardship-focused.

Covers delinquent mortgages, utilities, taxes; max $25,000 mortgage aid.

Benefits

Mortgage aid ($25,000 max) Utility/property tax aid ($5,000 avg.)

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Who is the Director of Nursing at Gardens at Wapakoneta?

Brooke Buroker is the Director of Nursing at Gardens at Wapakoneta.

Is Gardens at Wapakoneta in a walkable area?

Gardens at Wapakoneta has a walk score of 70. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the best email address for Gardens at Wapakoneta?

The team at Gardens at Wapakoneta can be reached at [email protected].

Who is the administrator of Gardens at Wapakoneta?

Cathy Vasil is the administrator of Gardens at Wapakoneta.

How many beds does Gardens at Wapakoneta have?

Gardens at Wapakoneta has 64 beds.

Has Gardens at Wapakoneta had any recent deficiencies or citations?

Gardens at Wapakoneta has had 1 recently reported deficiency.

Are there photos of Gardens at Wapakoneta?

Yes — there is 1 photo of Gardens at Wapakoneta in the photo gallery on this page.