nursing home in Orlando, FL
Commons at Orlando Lutheran Towers
210 Lake Avenue, Orlando, FL 32801 · (407) 872-7088
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★4
- Abuse citation
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Commons at Orlando Lutheran Towers at a glance
Commons at Orlando Lutheran Towers is a 168-bed non-profit nursing home in Orlando, Florida (Orange County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Florida average of 3.3.
Residents receive about 4 hours of nursing care per day (0.8 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (January 8, 2026) found 3 health citations. The Florida average is 7.1.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 41.7% per year (state average 41.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 168
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- May 1, 1991
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Orange County
- CMS Certification Number
- 105731
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.6 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.03 hrs | 3.82 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.81 hrs | 0.73 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.56 hrs | 2.31 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.72 hrs | 3.49 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 41.7% | 41.4% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 37.5% | 46% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 3 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 123.5 | 63 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $24,361 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 168 | 122 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 146 | 109 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 87% | 88.9% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 3.9% | 2.5% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2.1% | 4.5% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 4.4% | 8.6% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 0.7% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 22% | 8.7% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 22.2% | 9.5% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3% | 5.5% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0.3% | 4.6% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 12.7% | 14.4% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 18.9% | 10.5% | 19% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.3% | 99.2% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.8% | 98.2% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.9% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 86.1% | 94.7% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 93.3% | 95.2% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 13 health deficiencies and 2 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm, including 2 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 4, 2026 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected July 16, 2026 |
| June 4, 2026 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected July 16, 2026 |
| January 8, 2026 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 5, 2026 |
| August 29, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 23, 2024 |
| March 28, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 19, 2024 |
| March 28, 2024 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 19, 2024 |
| March 28, 2024 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 23, 2024 |
| March 28, 2024 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 23, 2024 |
| March 28, 2024 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 23, 2024 |
| March 28, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 23, 2024 |
| March 28, 2024 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 23, 2024 |
| April 21, 2022 Standard | Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0694 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 12, 2022 |
| April 21, 2022 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 12, 2022 |
| April 21, 2022 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 12, 2022 |
| April 21, 2022 Standard | Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0640 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 12, 2022 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| ORLANDO LUTHERAN TOWERS, INC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 05/01/1980 |
| HENDERSON, CATHY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/12/2025 |
| LEHMAN, GARY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/12/2025 |
| ANELLO, TODD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/23/2021 |
| BEUMER, DENISE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/03/2021 |
| BOWLES, MARGRET Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/16/2021 |
| BUNEVICH, SUE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/05/2022 |
| JENNINGS, JEFFREY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/14/2020 |
| LEE, BARBARA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/26/2008 |
| MADDRON, KEVIN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/02/2018 |
| PETTIT, SARAH Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/09/2022 |
| STEINBERGER, MARTIN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/20/2019 |
| TASSELL, HAROLD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/23/2024 |
| GERRITY, KERRY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/27/2010 |
| LABRECQUE, ALICIA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2009 |
| STAWICKI, ANGELA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/14/2023 |
| HENDERSON, CATHY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/26/2013 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Commons at Orlando Lutheran Towers's rating?
Commons at Orlando Lutheran Towers has 1 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Florida nursing homes is 3.3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Commons at Orlando Lutheran Towers receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a Florida average of 7.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Commons at Orlando Lutheran Towers accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Commons at Orlando Lutheran Towers?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Commons at Orlando Lutheran Towers and how do I contact it?
Commons at Orlando Lutheran Towers is at 210 Lake Avenue, Orlando, FL 32801. Phone: (407) 872-7088.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.