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Bell Trace Health and Living Center

725 Bell Trace Circle, Bloomington, IN 47408 · Monroe County

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90
Exceptional
Haven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.
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Availability outlookFills quickly

Typically 86% full (77 of 90 beds occupied on an average day).

If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.

Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.

One of Bloomington's top-rated skilled nursing communities

Bell Trace Health and Living Center is a government-owned skilled nursing facility in Bloomington, IN, with 90 certified beds and an average of about 77 residents per day. It operates as part of the Cardon & Associates network.

Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 5/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.49 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.06 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 66.3%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 0 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

  • 5-star overall CMS rating
  • Strong health-inspection rating
  • No deficiencies at last standard survey
  • No federal fines on record
  • Full sprinkler system
  • Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

  • Below-average nurse staffing (3.49 hrs/resident/day)
  • High staff turnover (66.3%)
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Bloomington for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds
90
Avg. residents/day
77
Ownership
Government - County
Part of a chain
Cardon & Associates
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
155677

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures

Pricing & cost

We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.

Level of careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$8,220–$11,610/mo (median $9,600)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Bloomington prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day
3.49
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
1.06
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
66.3%
National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey)
0
Federal fines
None on record
Total penalties
0
Last standard survey
2025-11-21
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (4 citations on record — showing the latest 4). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2024-09-13Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

2024-09-13Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

2024-09-13Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy 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, compar…

2024-09-13Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Services & amenities

  • Full automatic sprinkler system
  • Medicare & Medicaid certified
  • 24-hour licensed nursing
  • On-site rehabilitation therapy
  • Occupational therapy
  • Rehabilitation services
  • Restaurant-style dining
  • Fitness center
  • Daily activities & events
  • Library

Location

725 Bell Trace Circle, Bloomington, IN

  • Monday: Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
  • Thursday: Open 24 hours
  • Friday: Open 24 hours
  • Saturday: Open 24 hours
  • Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Bell Trace Health and Living Center

How much does Bell Trace Health and Living Center cost?

Bell Trace Health and Living Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Bloomington, IN area typically runs $8,220–$11,610 per month (median $9,600, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Bell Trace Health and Living Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Bell Trace Health and Living Center 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 5/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Bell Trace Health and Living Center?

Staff provide about 3.49 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 66.3% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Bell Trace Health and Living Center?

Bell Trace Health and Living Center has 4 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-11-21). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Bell Trace Health and Living Center have availability?

Typically 86% full (77 of 90 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Bell Trace Health and Living Center offer?

Bell Trace Health and Living Center in Bloomington, IN offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 90 beds.

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.

  • Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in Bloomington.
  • The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
  • Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.

Your next steps — this week

  1. 1
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  2. 2
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  3. 3
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  4. 4
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Data sources:CMS verifiedGoogleOfficial website

Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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