Aperion Care Kokomo is a skilled nursing facility located in Kokomo, Indiana. Certified by Medicare and Medicaid and participating in the Medicare program since 1968, Aperion Care Kokomo offers both nursing home care and assisted living services to its residents. The facility supports up to 48 current occupants and specializes in providing 24-hour nursing care for individuals with a range of needs, including those requiring short-term rehabilitation, long-term residential care, and specialized therapy services. Admission is also available for individuals with psychiatric conditions. The facility can accommodate assistance with activities of daily living, such as full assistance for bathing, dressing, and toileting, while allowing for self-care in eating. Aperion Care Kokomo offers additional supportive services such as wound care, pain management, hospice care, dialysis, and cardiac care. Residents also have access to resident and family counseling, podiatry, and coordination with local healthcare providers, including Alton Memorial Hospital.
Therapy and rehabilitation services at Aperion Care Kokomo include physical, occupational, and speech therapy, which are available to help residents regain function after illness, injury, or surgery, or to maintain their abilities. For residents with neurological conditions, the facility provides focused stroke care, memory care for those living with Alzheimer’s or related dementias, and care protocols for individuals with psychiatric needs. The community environment includes amenities such as a barber/beauty salon and laundry and dry cleaning services. Organized clubs and activities encourage social engagement among residents, and both resident and family councils offer a channel for feedback and community involvement.
Review summaries show a varied resident and family experience. Positive feedback often highlights attentive, caring nursing staff, satisfactory communication with families, a clean atmosphere, and appreciation for supportive administrators. Families have reported relief and gratitude for the staff’s attentiveness, especially during challenging events like the COVID-19 pandemic. Conversely, there are critical reports citing delays in answering call lights, poor communication, inadequate hygiene, negative staff behavior, and unmet needs. Some families have expressed concerns about neglect, management practices, and high rates of staff turnover. Overall, the quality of care and satisfaction at Aperion Care Kokomo appears inconsistent, with the involvement and advocacy of residents' families influencing care outcomes. The facility administration is tasked with addressing both the positive feedback and the serious concerns reported by residents and their families.
Costs at this community start at $1,547 and range up to $8,118. The average price in the community is $4,832, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,008. The cost of nursing homes in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.