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The Commons on Meridian
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The Commons on Meridian

8549 N Meridian St, Indianapolis, IN 46260 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of The Commons on Meridian

Experience a better quality of life with The Commons on Meridian, an astounding community in Indianapolis, IN, offering assisted living, memory care, respite care, and outpatient therapy. Residents can keep their peace of mind with a kind and highly trained team helping with their daily activities and personal needs around the clock. The community also handles the housekeeping and maintenance to provide residents with more time to do the things they love.

Fun recreational activities and engaging programs are also conducted, promoting an active and vibrant lifestyle. With all-day restaurant-style dining, residents delight in delicious and healthy meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Pharmacy services and transportation are also available for residents’ convenience. The community is ideal for those needing assistance in their daily activities to live comfortably in their golden years.

(317) 253-2020
(317) 253-2020
Bed community size
102-bed community Rank #233 / 437Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 233rd out of 437 homes in Indiana. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Indiana facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Rankings are based only on facilities in Indiana that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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
1 year in operation Rank #130 / 378Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 130th out of 378 homes in Indiana. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Indiana facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Indiana that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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: 21 / 100 Rank #389 / 587Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 389th out of 587 homes in Indiana. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Indiana facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Indiana that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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
48%
Rank #364 / 434Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 364th out of 434 homes in Indiana. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Indiana average, with its Statewide rank out of 434. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Rankings are based only on facilities in Indiana that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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
49 / 102
Average occupied beds in Indiana homes 70 beds

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Home
IssuanceJanuary 1, 2025
ExpirationDecember 31, 2025 Expired
License Number25-013933-1

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Commons on Meridian is legally operated by Residential Care Xvi, Llc, and administered by Amy Yantiss.

Profit StatusProfit

Type Of Units

Residential
102 units
Total beds
102 units

Staffing

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

Leadership

Director of NursingKendra Trapp

Contact Information

Fax(317) 253-2022

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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 15 deficiencies 5 complaints 10 inspections
Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the Indiana state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical Indiana assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.

1 point above the Indiana average for assisted living residences (83/100)

Rank #140 / 384 in Indiana Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 140th out of 384 homes in Indiana. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the Indiana average among 384 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in Indiana that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. Inspection score: 84 out of 100. Letter grade B. 1 point above the Indiana average for assisted living residences (83/100)

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:
• Inspection deficiency rate (35% above)
• Complaint visits (25% above) 2 At Avg Metrics at Indiana average:
• Total complaints (at IN avg)
• Complaints per year (at IN avg) 6 Better Metrics better than Indiana average:
• Total deficiencies (58% below)
• Deficiencies per year (58% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (21% below)
• Total visits (47% below)
• Inspections with deficiencies (29% below)
• Inspections (23% below)
Latest Inspection May 22, 2025 Complaint Investigation

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

This FacilityIN Averagevs. IN Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 1536 This facility has 58% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (15 vs. IN avg 36).↓ 58% better Rank #98 / 386 Total deficiencies — State benchmarked This home is ranked 98th out of 386 homes in Indiana. Shows this facility's deficiencies compared to the Indiana average among 386 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in Indiana that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2022. 3.89 This facility has 58% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (3.8 vs. IN avg 9).↓ 58% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.51.9 This facility has 21% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (1.5 vs. IN avg 1.9).↓ 21% better Rank #96 / 386 Deficiencies per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 96th out of 386 homes in Indiana. Shows this facility's deficiencies per inspection compared to the Indiana average among 386 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in Indiana that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.

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

This FacilityIN Averagevs. IN Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of all on-site visits — routine inspections, complaint visits, follow-ups, and other focused visits. 1019 This facility has 47% fewer total visits than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (10 vs. IN avg 19).↓ 47% better
Inspections with deficiencies Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory deficiency. 57 This facility has 29% fewer inspections with deficiencies than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (5 vs. IN avg 7).↓ 29% better
Inspection deficiency rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency. 50%37% This facility has 13 percentage points higher inspection deficiency rate than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (50% vs. IN avg 37%).↑ 13% worse
Inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators. 1013 This facility has 23% fewer inspections than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (10 vs. IN avg 13).↓ 23% better

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

This FacilityIN Averagevs. IN Avg
Total complaints Info Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff. 55 This facility has total complaints in line with the Indiana average (5 vs. IN avg 5).— At avg Rank #198 / 352 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 198th out of 352 homes in Indiana. Shows this facility's total complaints compared to the Indiana average among 352 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in Indiana that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2022. 1.31.3 This facility has complaints per year in line with the Indiana average (1.3 vs. IN avg 1.3).— At avg
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints. Formal complaints can result in multiple visits. 108 This facility has 25% more complaint visits than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (10 vs. IN avg 8).↑ 25% worse

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 May 22, 2025, found no deficiencies and both complaints investigated were unsubstantiated.
  • The April 7, 2025 inspection cited two deficiencies related to medication authorization and failure to obtain daily weights with physician notification.
  • The August 7, 2023 complaint investigation found three deficiencies including failure to notify physicians of missed medications, delayed assistance with daily living, and medication stock issues.
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Housing Options: Apartments

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Building Type: 2-story

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Indiana

The Commons on Meridian 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).
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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
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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).
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~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).
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Three tiers; no waitlist.

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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.
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16 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

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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.
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High veteran demand statewide.

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

Frequently Asked Questions about The Commons on Meridian

What neighborhood is The Commons on Meridian in?

The Commons on Meridian is in the Meridian Hills/Williams Creek neighborhood of Indianapolis.

Who is the Director of Nursing at The Commons on Meridian?

Kendra Trapp is the Director of Nursing at The Commons on Meridian.

Who is the owner of The Commons on Meridian?

The legal owner and operator of The Commons on Meridian is Residential Care Xvi, Llc.

Is The Commons on Meridian in a walkable area?

The Commons on Meridian has a walk score of 21. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of The Commons on Meridian?

According to IN state health department records, The Commons on Meridian's license number is 25-013933-1.

When does The Commons on Meridian's license expire?

According to IN state health department records, The Commons on Meridian's license expires on December 31, 2025.

What is the occupancy rate at The Commons on Meridian?

The Commons on Meridian's occupancy is 48%.

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