nursing home in Bluffton, OH
Mennonite Memorial Home
410 W Elm Street, Bluffton, OH 45817 · (419) 358-1015
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Mennonite Memorial Home at a glance
Mennonite Memorial Home is a 60-bed non-profit nursing home in Bluffton, Ohio (Allen County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Ohio average of 3.2.
Residents receive about 4 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (November 18, 2024) found 11 health citations. The Ohio average is 10.3.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 46.8% per year (state average 48.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Church Related
- Beds
- 60
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- August 15, 1997
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Allen County
- CMS Certification Number
- 366144
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4.8 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.02 hrs | 3.69 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.66 hrs | 0.64 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Average |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.38 hrs | 2.09 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.58 hrs | 3.28 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 46.8% | 48.7% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 44.4% | 43.9% | 42.9% | Average |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 11 | 10 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 59 | 80.7 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Ohio 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 | $26,381 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 60 | 88 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 55 | 74 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 90.8% | 84.3% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 8.8% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3% | 3.4% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 7.1% | 8.8% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2.6% | 0.4% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.3% | 0.2% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 12.8% | 5.3% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 10.6% | 6.1% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2.6% | 6.2% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 30.1% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 2.1% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 17.4% | 25.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 23% | 21.4% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 96.2% | 94.5% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 93.8% | 92.7% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 3.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 47.2% | 75.6% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 83.4% | 78.5% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 29 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 3, 2025 Complaint | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 18, 2025 |
| June 3, 2025 Complaint | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 18, 2025 |
| November 18, 2024 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 18, 2025 |
| November 18, 2024 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 18, 2025 |
| November 18, 2024 Standard | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 18, 2025 |
| November 18, 2024 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 18, 2025 |
| November 18, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 18, 2025 |
| November 18, 2024 Standard | Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0661 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 18, 2025 |
| November 18, 2024 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 18, 2025 |
| November 18, 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 February 18, 2025 |
| November 18, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 18, 2025 |
| November 18, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 18, 2025 |
| November 18, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected December 16, 2024 |
| April 15, 2024 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 6, 2024 |
| April 15, 2024 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 6, 2024 |
| April 15, 2024 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 6, 2024 |
| November 14, 2023 Complaint | Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0727 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 17, 2023 |
| September 21, 2023 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 8, 2023 |
| August 8, 2022 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 25, 2022 |
| August 8, 2022 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 25, 2022 |
| August 8, 2022 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 25, 2022 |
| August 8, 2022 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 25, 2022 |
| August 8, 2022 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 25, 2022 |
| August 8, 2022 Standard | Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0773 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 25, 2022 |
| August 29, 2019 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 18, 2019 |
| August 29, 2019 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 October 18, 2019 |
| August 29, 2019 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 October 18, 2019 |
| August 29, 2019 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 October 18, 2019 |
| August 29, 2019 Standard | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 18, 2019 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BRETHREN RETIREMENT COMMUNITY Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 12/31/2024 |
| BRETHREN RETIREMENT COMMUNITY Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| NICKLES, LANCE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/15/2024 |
| WOODRUFF, DAVID Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| ALLREAD, KARA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| ARNOLD, MATTHEW Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| KELLER, LORI Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| KEPLER, DAVID Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| MAURER, REBECCA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| NORTH, STEVEN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| POLHAMUS, MARJORIE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| SHETLER, DAVID Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| SUBLER, JEFF Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| WARNER, JOHN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| WARNER, JOHN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| NICKLES, LANCE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/15/2024 |
| WOODRUFF, DAVID Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
Other nursing homes near Mennonite Memorial Home
Willow Ridge of Mennonite Home Communities of Ohio
101 Willow Ridge Drive, Bluffton, OH 45817 · 1.4 mi
Non-profit · 20 beds
★★★★★5Much above averageVancrest of Ada
600 West North Avenue, Ada, OH 45810 · 9.1 mi
For-profit · 60 beds · Part of Vancrest Health Care Centers
★★★★★2Below averageAutumn Court
1925 E Fourth St, Ottawa, OH 45875 · 10.8 mi
For-profit · 50 beds · Part of Lionstone Care
★★★★★4Above averageSerenity Spring Senior Living at Arlington
100 Powell Drive, Arlington, OH 45814 · 12.3 mi
For-profit · 50 beds · Part of Continuum Healthcare
★★★★★3AverageMeadows of Ottawa the
147 Putnam Parkway, Ottawa, OH 45875 · 12.3 mi
For-profit · 86 beds · Part of Trilogy Health Services
★★★★★4Above averageLost Creek Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
804 South Mumaugh Road, Lima, OH 45804 · 13.7 mi
For-profit · 54 beds
★★★★★2Below average
Frequently asked questions
What is Mennonite Memorial Home's rating?
Mennonite Memorial Home has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Ohio nursing homes is 3.2 stars.
How many inspection citations did Mennonite Memorial Home receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 11 citations, compared with a Ohio average of 10.3. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Mennonite Memorial Home 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 Mennonite Memorial Home?
It is non profit - church related. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Mennonite Memorial Home and how do I contact it?
Mennonite Memorial Home is at 410 W Elm Street, Bluffton, OH 45817. Phone: (419) 358-1015.
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.