Aperion Care Kokomo
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Quality Concerns Identified
Medicare inspection and quality data reveal areas that families should carefully evaluate before choosing this facility.
- Low staffing rating (1/5 stars)
- High staff turnover (54%)
Below average in IN · Below recommended RN staffing · Chain outperformer · $15,593 in fines
What this means for your family
This facility has a dedicated activities department and friendly office staff, but the reports of neglect and hygiene issues are deeply concerning. Before choosing this facility, we strongly recommend conducting an unannounced visit during a weekend or evening shift to observe the actual level of care and staff responsiveness firsthand.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
86 reviews on Google“Reviews for Aperion Care Kokomo are extremely polarized, with many five-star ratings praising the staff's friendliness and cleanliness, while numerous one-star reviews describe severe neglect, including reports of patients left in soiled linens, medication errors, and poor communication. Families considering this facility should be aware of the stark contrast between positive experiences and reports of substandard care, particularly regarding response times and professional conduct.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Friendly and welcoming front-office staff
- Clean, well-maintained facility environment
- Engaging activities and events for residents
- Proactive physical therapy and rehab services
Concerns
- Neglect of basic hygiene and toileting needs (mentioned by 6 reviewers)
- Unprofessional or rude staff behavior (mentioned by 5 reviewers)
- Poor communication with family members (mentioned by 4 reviewers)
- Medication management errors (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 88 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
This facility rarely responds to reviews.
Questions for Your Tour
- 1Given the current staffing levels, what specific protocols are in place to ensure residents receive timely assistance with daily hygiene and toileting needs?
- 2I noticed some families have struggled with communication; what is your standard process for keeping family members updated on their loved one's health status and care plan changes?
- 3With the facility's focus on physical therapy and rehab, how do you ensure that medication management remains precise and error-free for residents undergoing these treatments?
- 4I see you have an active calendar of events; could you walk me through how you encourage residents to participate in these activities and how you accommodate those with different mobility levels?
- 5How do you address and resolve concerns regarding staff-resident interactions to ensure that every resident feels treated with dignity and respect?
- 6Since you have a dedicated front-office team, how do they coordinate with the nursing staff to ensure that family inquiries are addressed promptly and effectively?
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Key Review Excerpts
“The nurses and CNA 's are very attentive to her and have given us, as a family, a feeling of COMFORT when we are visiting and SECURITY when we aren't able to be there.”
“I was there all day with her ,I changed her my self after waiting 10 mins for someone to answer call light. Yep I changed her 4 to 5 times while there and it took forever for them to release her at like 5pm”
“The first person I encountered was leaving but took the time to look for the room number of the person I was visiting,she wasn't in her room so the next two aides was also leaving I asked where my person might be one said the dining room it was my first time there so I had to ask where that might be and with a huge sigh she s”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026Both RN and total nursing hours are below national benchmarks. This can mean less clinical attention per resident, so ask about their staffing plan.
Quality Measures
Quality Measures
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures
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Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents on antipsychotic medication
Residents needing more daily help over time
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Residents whose walking got worse
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
Aperion Care Kokomo shows persistent safety and emergency preparedness problems across multiple surveys, with families filing complaints about resident protection and care standards. The facility has recurring issues with fire safety systems, emergency preparedness protocols, and basic resident care including wound care and personal dignity. While most deficiencies are eventually corrected, the same problems keep reappearing, particularly around safety systems and care planning.
Feb 5, 2026Complaint1
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Aug 15, 2025Routine10
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Egress Deficiencies
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Egress Deficiencies
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Dec 3, 2024Complaint3
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Sep 23, 2024Routine26
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Establish staff and initial training requirements.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Egress Deficiencies
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Egress Deficiencies
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
Egress Deficiencies
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Services Deficiencies
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Jan 24, 2024Complaint2
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Sep 29, 2023Complaint2
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.
Federal Penalties
Fine
Aug 18, 2023
$15,593
Payment Denial
Aug 18, 2023
10-day denial
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Aperion Care Kokomo
for profit
Chain Affiliation
Aperion Care
33 facilities nationwide
Chain avg rating: 2.0/5 · Rank 7 of 32
Ownership & Management
Owners
Turofsky, Steven
Owner
Aperion Indiana Investor Group, LLC
Owner (parent company) · Organization
Atied Associates LLC
Owner (parent company) · Organization
1219 Limted Partnership
Owner (parent company) · Organization
257 Limted Partnership
Owner (parent company) · Organization
42170 Limted Partnership
Owner (parent company) · Organization
Delecia Wirtenberg Revocable Trust
Owner (parent company) · Organization
Frederick S Frankel Trust
Owner (parent company) · Organization
Island City Equity Partners LLC
Owner (parent company) · Organization
Morris Esformes 2021 Revocable Trust
Owner (parent company) · Organization
Sahra and Dov Segal
Owner (parent company) · Organization
Koder, Michelle
Owner (parent company)
Wrotslovskty, Sheldon
Owner (parent company)
Yolinsky, Jack
Owner (parent company)
Berkowitz, David
Individual is an Owner, Partner or Trustee of Any Adp of the Snf
Meystel, Yosef
Individual is an Owner, Partner or Trustee of Any Adp of the Snf
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