nursing home in Kendallville, IN
Lutheran Life Villages
351 N Allen Chapel Rd, Kendallville, IN 46755 · (260) 347-2256
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★5
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Lutheran Life Villages at a glance
Lutheran Life Villages is a 99-bed government nursing home in Kendallville, Indiana (Noble County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Indiana average of 3.1.
Residents receive about 3.7 hours of nursing care per day (0.9 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 3, 2026) found 2 health citations. The Indiana average is 7.2.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 40.3% per year (state average 45.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - County
- Beds
- 99
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- September 12, 2005
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Noble County
- CMS Certification Number
- 155744
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.71 hrs | 3.69 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.86 hrs | 0.67 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.53 hrs | 2.24 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.41 hrs | 3.25 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 40.3% | 45.9% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 16.7% | 40.3% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 2 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 7 | 49.2 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $8,742 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 99 | 96 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 81 | 73 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 82.2% | 76.2% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 6% | 3.9% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 0% | 3.6% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 8.3% | 13.6% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3.4% | 1.1% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.4% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 21.8% | 11% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 16.8% | 11.9% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.3% | 5.5% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 25.2% | 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) | 18.4% | 23.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 28.1% | 23.3% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 95.4% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 93.6% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 9.7% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 93.3% | 79% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 96.6% | 81.8% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 5 health deficiencies and 2 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 3, 2026 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 17, 2026 |
| March 3, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 17, 2026 |
| February 18, 2025 Standard | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 26, 2025 |
| February 27, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 4, 2024 |
| February 27, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 4, 2024 |
| February 27, 2024 Standard | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 8, 2024 |
| February 27, 2024 Standard | Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0699 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 8, 2024 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BLUE MANAGEMENT SERVICES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| FENSTERMAKER, SADIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/28/2017 |
| FIRST BANK OF BERNE Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| FORVIS MAZARS LLP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2023 |
| HEALTHCARE THERAPY SERVICES INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2012 |
| KIEFER, ALEXANDER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2015 |
| LUTHERAN HOMES, INC. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2012 |
| NEARY, TRICIA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2023 |
| OMNICARE LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/19/2017 |
| WARRENER, GERALD Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2012 |
| BORNE-BAUMAN, CANDICE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
| FLUECKIGER, RUSSELL Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2012 |
| LEHMAN, SCOTT Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/14/2020 |
| MACKLIN, LARRY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2012 |
| MCINTIRE, DAVID Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
| ADAIR, HEIDI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2020 |
| ADAMS COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2012 |
| BLEKE, RON Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2022 |
| BOHNKE, BRYAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2023 |
| BORNE-BAUMAN, CANDICE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
| FENSTERMAKER, SADIE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/28/2017 |
| FINK, JANE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2022 |
| FLUECKIGER, RUSSELL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2012 |
| FORVIS MAZARS LLP Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2023 |
| GOTSCH, DEBBIE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2019 |
| GROTE, RANDY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2016 |
| HANKE, CHRIS Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2018 |
| HEALTHCARE THERAPY SERVICES INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2012 |
| KIEFER, ALEXANDER Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2015 |
| LEHMAN, SCOTT Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/14/2020 |
| LINNEMEIER, CRAIG Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2016 |
| LUTHERAN HOMES, INC. Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2012 |
| MACKLIN, LARRY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2012 |
| MCINTIRE, DAVID Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
| MESSMANN, GREG Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2021 |
| NEARY, TRICIA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2023 |
| NEHRING, EMILY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2024 |
| PARK, ALISON Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2018 |
| RUSH, KEVIN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2024 |
| SMITH, SCOTT Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Lutheran Life Villages's rating?
Lutheran Life Villages has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Indiana nursing homes is 3.1 stars.
How many inspection citations did Lutheran Life Villages receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 2 citations, compared with a Indiana average of 7.2. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Lutheran Life Villages 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 Lutheran Life Villages?
It is government - county. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Lutheran Life Villages and how do I contact it?
Lutheran Life Villages is at 351 N Allen Chapel Rd, Kendallville, IN 46755. Phone: (260) 347-2256.
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.