Bell Trace in Bloomington, IN offers both Assisted Living and Independent Living. Residents who choose Assisted Living have access to care for complex health needs, including oxygen management, oral and injectable diabetes support with sliding-scale monitoring, and oversight for adults under the age of 60. The community is also equipped to care for people living with advanced dementia conditions.

Around-the-clock clinical oversight is standard. Registered and licensed nurses are on site 24 hours a day, all staff members are background-checked, and an awake night team responds to pull cords and personal emergency response systems. Secure doors, alarms, and a fenced rear courtyard help prevent unsafe wandering. On-site medical services include visiting podiatry and a therapy room for rehabilitation exercises. Staff can assist fully with bathing, dressing, and toileting, provide standby help or one-person transfers with walkers or wheelchairs, and monitor residents who are able to eat independently.

Apartments vary, so not every unit contains every feature, but options include private bathrooms, kitchenettes, independent climate controls, cable service, and in-unit laundry. Residents may personalize their space with paint and décor subject to community guidelines, and staff provides housekeeping. For Independent Living residents, weekly housekeeping, laundry service, and a monthly meal plan are available.

Dining includes set menus, made-to-order selections, snacks throughout the day, and the choice of restaurant-style seating, a private dining room, or in-room meal delivery. Therapeutic diets such as mechanical-chopped, puréed, thickened liquids, vegetarian, and other physician-ordered modifications are accommodated.

Residents have access to parking, an on-site barber and beauty salon, an exercise room, wellness center, internet access, a library, communal gardens, special-interest clubs, on-site religious services, concierge assistance, and scheduled transportation for errands or appointments. Pets are allowed; it’s a good idea to check with the community during your visit to see if your pet will be allowed.

Residents and their families say:

This community receives numerous positive remarks from both current residents and visitors, with many highlighting the range of amenities, activities, and the level of care provided. The community's staff is consistently praised for their professionalism and kindness, playing a significant role in the positive experiences reported by many. The variety of activities, including weekly outings, exercise classes, bingo, and the option to partake in gardening, contributes to a vibrant community atmosphere where it's hard for residents to feel bored. Additionally, the physical environment of the community, such as its well-maintained grounds, spacious apartments with large bathrooms and decks, and tastefully updated public areas, receives positive mentions. The dining experience also stands out, with residents and their families appreciating the quality and variety of food options, although there have been mixed reviews about the meals during the pandemic.

However, not all feedback is entirely positive. The process of starting long-term care has been described as challenging by one reviewer, indicating potential administrative or communication issues. A notable concern is the drastic reduction in the variety and quality of food provided during the pandemic, with a significant contrast drawn between the initial diverse menu and the more limited options later, which one resident likened to "an elementary school lunch." This particular point about the pandemic-induced menu changes was highlighted as a significant departure from the community's usual standards. Furthermore, although the sheer size of the community and its extensive facilities are seen as positives by many, a few have expressed concerns that it could be overwhelming for some residents.

On balance, the community is often described as a nurturing and engaging environment for its residents, fostering a strong sense of belonging and well-being through its wide range of activities, attentive staff, and solid community ethics. Nonetheless, the feedback suggests areas for improvement, particularly in maintaining the quality of dining services during challenging times and smoothing out the administrative processes related to care transitions.

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