Primarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
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Lutheran Life Villages is legally operated by Adams County Memorial Hospital, and administrated by Sadie Fenstermaker.
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
In Indiana, the Department of Health, Division of Long Term Care is the primary regulatory body that performs onsite inspections and quality of care reviews for all licensed facilities.
Deficiencies
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Total deficiencies
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9 | 36 | This facility has 75% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Indiana nursing home (9 vs. IN avg 36).↓ 75% better |
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Deficiencies per year
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3 | 12 | This facility has 75% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Indiana nursing home (3 vs. IN avg 12).↓ 75% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
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0.6 | 1.9 | This facility has 68% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Indiana nursing home (0.6 vs. IN avg 1.9).↓ 68% better |
Inspections
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This Facility | IN Average | vs. IN Avg |
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Total visits
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15 | 19 | This facility has 21% fewer total visits than a typical Indiana nursing home (15 vs. IN avg 19).↓ 21% better |
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Inspections with deficiencies
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4 | 7 | This facility has 43% fewer inspections with deficiencies than a typical Indiana nursing home (4 vs. IN avg 7).↓ 43% better |
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Inspection deficiency rate
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27% | 37% | This facility has 10 percentage points lower inspection deficiency rate than a typical Indiana nursing home (27% vs. IN avg 37%).↓ 10% better |
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Inspections
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6 | 13 | This facility has 54% fewer inspections than a typical Indiana nursing home (6 vs. IN avg 13).↓ 54% better |
Complaints & Investigations
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Total complaints
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1 | 5 | This facility has 80% fewer total complaints than a typical Indiana nursing home (1 vs. IN avg 5).↓ 80% better |
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Complaints per year
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0.3 | 1.7 | This facility has 82% fewer complaints per year than a typical Indiana nursing home (0.3 vs. IN avg 1.7).↓ 82% better |
The most recent inspection on March 19, 2025, found the facility in compliance with Emergency Preparedness and Life Safety Code requirements, with no deficiencies cited. Earlier inspections showed a mixed pattern, with some deficiencies related to resident privacy, trauma-informed care, medication documentation, and life safety maintenance such as sprinkler corrosion and fire damper inspections. Complaint investigations were consistently unsubstantiated, with no deficiencies found related to allegations in multiple complaint surveys. No fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or enforcement actions were listed in the available reports. The facility appears to have addressed prior issues through corrective actions and education, showing some improvement in recent inspections.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsIndiana average 6
Last Health inspection on Feb 2025
Indiana average 25
Indiana average 4.12
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 7 citations resulted from standard inspections.
Indiana average: 0.2
Indiana average: 0.6
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
No contractors work on this role.
Assists with medical care and medications.
No contractors work on this role.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
No contractors work on this role.
Total hours from contractors
485 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 50 | 0 | 50 | 14,609 | 92 | 100% | 7.9 |
| Registered Nurse | 14 | 0 | 14 | 4,849 | 92 | 100% | 8.2 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,967 | 92 | 100% | 8.5 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 8 | 0 | 8 | 1,589 | 86 | 93% | 9.1 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,024 | 63 | 68% | 7.6 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 7 | 0 | 7 | 1,002 | 34 | 37% | 6.4 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 735 | 70 | 76% | 8.1 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 428 | 57 | 62% | 7.5 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 420 | 56 | 61% | 7.5 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 420 | 56 | 61% | 7.5 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 398 | 53 | 58% | 7.5 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 296 | 40 | 43% | 7.4 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 198 | 61 | 66% | 3.2 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 3 | 3 | 102 | 61 | 66% | 1.7 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 52 | 12 | 13% | 4.3 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 52 | 13 | 14% | 4 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 26 | 19 | 21% | 1.4 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 4 | 4 | 24 | 22 | 24% | 0.9 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 17 | 13 | 14% | 1.3 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 15 | 15 | 16% | 1 |
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
25% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
73% of new residents, often for short stays.
2% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Historical financial and operational data for Lutheran Life Villages based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
4.8 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Kendallville's city center to Lutheran Life Villages's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Lutheran Life Villages is located in KENDALLVILLE, Indiana.
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The information below is reported by the Indiana Department of Health, Division of Long Term Care.
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| Lutheran Life Villages |
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. |
Kendallville | 99 | 77.8% | +12% | 4.03 | +28% | +17% | $0 | 7 | 2.3 | - | 93 | - | 71 | Alexander Kiefer | $9.7M | $5.6M | 57.9% | 155744 | ||||
| Saint Anne Home and Retirement Community |
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. |
Fort Wayne | 278 | 73.7% | +6% | 4.45 | +9% | +29% | $0 | 19 | 3.2 | - | 116 | - | 55 | Melanie Bajorek | $15.5M | $12.8M | 82.8% | 155349 | ||||
| Morning Breeze Retirement Community & Healthcare Center |
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL
Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. |
Greensburg | 86 | 75.6% | +9% | 3.36 | -9% | -2% | $0 | 13 | 3.3 | - | 55 | A- | 50 | Holly Cole | $8.4M | $3.8M | 45.4% | 155675 | ||||
| Canterbury Nursing and Rehabilitation Center |
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
HC
Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. |
Fort Wayne | 142 | 66.9% | -4% | 3.06 | +51% | -11% | $0 | 14 | 2.3 | - | 111 | A+ | 62 | Meeta Anand | $13.8M | $6.8M | 49.5% | 155656 | ||||
| Peabody Retirement Community |
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL
Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. |
North Manchester | 336 | 67.6% | -3% | 3.63 | -42% | +6% | $33.5k | 33 | 3.7 | 3 | 176 | A+ | 22 | The Estelle Peabody Memorial Home Of The Synod Of Lincoln Trails Of Un | $31.6M | $14.7M | 46.4% | 155655 |
Celia Pena is the Director of Nursing at Lutheran Life Villages.
The legal owner and operator of Lutheran Life Villages is Adams County Memorial Hospital.
Lutheran Life Villages has a walk score of 71. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
According to IN state health department records, Lutheran Life Villages's license number is 25-000570-1.
According to IN state health department records, Lutheran Life Villages's license expires on June 30, 2026.
Lutheran Life Villages's occupancy is 77%.
Sadie Fenstermaker is the administrator of Lutheran Life Villages.
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