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1036 South Perry Street Napoleon, OH 43545 · Henry County

(419) 592-1688

All 2 nursing homes in Napoleon, OH (2 take Medicaid)

Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid 27 certified beds Non profit Continuing care retirement community

CMS certification number 366162 · See this home on Medicare Care Compare

Ratings come from CMS and are updated monthly; these are from October 2026. Check the latest inspection report and visit in person before you decide.

Is Lutheran Home a good nursing home? Reviews, ratings and inspection record

There are no official resident reviews of nursing homes: Medicare's Care Compare publishes inspections, staffing and quality data instead. Here is what that record shows for Lutheran Home as of October 2026.

CMS rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall, above the Ohio average of 3.2. Inspectors issued 30 citations in the last three years. CMS reports no fines or payment denials in that time.

Online reviews from families and residents are on Google Maps and other sites; they reflect individual experiences and aren't checked by CMS. The full inspection reports, including what inspectors observed, are on Medicare Care Compare.

Staffing

Nursing staff spend about 3.70 hours per resident per day at Lutheran Home, above the Ohio median of 3.58 (US median: 3.72). About 0.84 of those hours are from registered nurses. On weekends it falls to 3.22 hours, 13% below its all-week average. 80.9% of nursing staff left within a year (Ohio median 48.9%). High turnover can mean residents see unfamiliar caregivers; ask how long the nurses on the unit have worked there.

Nursing care per resident per day 3.70 hours
Above the Ohio median of 3.58 Registered nurses, licensed practical nurses and aides combined, from payroll records.
Registered nurse hours 0.84 per resident a day RNs handle assessments, medications and changes in condition.
Weekend nursing care 3.22 hours Per resident a day. A big drop from weekdays can mean thin weekend staffing.
Nursing staff turnover 80.9% a year Share of nursing staff who left over a year. Lower usually means steadier care.
Registered nurse turnover 80% a year Share of registered nurses who left over a year.
Administrators who left 1 in the past year Frequent leadership changes are worth asking about on a visit.

About this nursing home

Certified beds27
Residents per day 26 About 96% of beds filled, on average
OwnershipNon profit - Church related
Payment acceptedMedicare and Medicaid
Certified sinceOctober 1998
Legal business nameLUTHERAN HOMES SOCIETY, INC.

Paying for care at Lutheran Home: Medicare and Medicaid

Lutheran Home is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid. Medicare Part A can cover a short skilled-nursing or rehab stay here after a qualifying hospital stay of at least three inpatient days (observation days don't count), for up to 100 days per benefit period. Medicaid can pay for long-term care for residents who meet Ohio's income and asset rules. Being certified doesn't guarantee a Medicaid bed is open, so ask whether the home accepts residents whose Medicaid application is still pending.

In 2026 Medicare covers days 1–20 in full after the Part A deductible ($1,736 per benefit period); for days 21–100 you pay $217 a day; after day 100 you pay all costs. Medicare doesn't pay for long-term custodial care. Medicare's coverage rules.

Health inspections

The most recent standard inspection was on July 23, 2026 and found 7 deficiencies. In total, inspectors issued 30 citations in the last three years.

Each citation has a scope and severity letter from A to L. A–C: 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.

What the inspections found

Over the last three years, inspectors issued 30 citations at Lutheran Home across 5 inspection dates, 4 of them from complaint investigations. None were at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy levels; 27 were "potential for more than minimal harm" (D–F) and 3 were minimal (A–C). The most common areas cited were resident assessment and care planning (7) and quality of life and care (6). The most serious was cited under the CMS rule to "ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident" (tag F0803, level F, September 5, 2024). 3 citations were under CMS's abuse, neglect and exploitation rules.

July 23, 2026 · 7 citations

EProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 21, 2026)

EDispose of garbage and refuse properly.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 21, 2026)

DImmediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 21, 2026)

DPrevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0605 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 17, 2026)

DProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 21, 2026)

DProvide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 17, 2026)

DProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 17, 2026)

September 5, 2024 · 7 citations

FEnsure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0803 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 30, 2024)

DEnsure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 30, 2024)

DCreate and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

Potential for more than minimal harm · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 30, 2024)

DProvide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 30, 2024)

DSafeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 30, 2024)

DEducate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0887 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 30, 2024)

CObserve each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.

Potential for minimal harm · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0730 · Deficient, Provider has plan of correction (Sep 30, 2024)

April 22, 2024 · 1 citation · includes complaint inspection

DImmediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 · Complaint inspection · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 8, 2024)

December 18, 2023 · 3 citations · includes complaint inspection

DEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 · Complaint inspection · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 12, 2024)

DEnsure 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.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 · Complaint inspection · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 12, 2024)

DProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 · Complaint inspection · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 12, 2024)

June 30, 2022 · 12 citations

FHave the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly

Potential for more than minimal harm · Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0868 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 1, 2022)

DHonor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0567 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 1, 2022)

DKeep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 1, 2022)

DTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 1, 2022)

DRespond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 1, 2022)

DCreate and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

Potential for more than minimal harm · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 1, 2022)

DDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 1, 2022)

DDevelop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 1, 2022)

DEnsure 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.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 1, 2022)

DProvide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 1, 2022)

CObserve each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.

Potential for minimal harm · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0730 · Deficient, Provider has plan of correction (Aug 1, 2022)

BEncode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

Potential for minimal harm · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0640 · Deficient, Provider has plan of correction (Aug 1, 2022)

Questions to ask on a tour of Lutheran Home

  1. CMS cited the home under its abuse and neglect rules on July 23, 2026. How are staff trained, and how are concerns reported?
  2. Nursing staff turnover was 80.9% a year. How many of the staff come from agencies?
  3. Do you have a Medicaid bed open now, and will you admit someone whose Medicaid application is still pending?
  4. When is the first care-plan meeting, and can family attend?

Questions come from this home's CMS data: its inspections, staffing and ownership record.

Fines and payment denials

CMS reports no fines or payment denials for this home in the last three years.

Rating history

CMS monthOverallInspectionStaffingQuality
October 2026 5/5 4/5 3/5 5/5
August 2026 4/5 3/5 4/5 5/5
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Location

Hospitals near Lutheran Home

The Medicare-certified hospitals closest to this nursing home, with their CMS data. Ask the home which hospital it usually sends residents to.

  • 2.8 mi
    Henry County Hospital, INC Napoleon
    Emergency room ★★☆☆☆ Medicare overall 2 of 5
    Median ER visit 1h 44m for patients treated and sent home
  • 11.1 mi
    Fulton County Health Center Wauseon
    Emergency room ★★★☆☆ Medicare overall 3 of 5
    Median ER visit 2h 17m for patients treated and sent home
  • 13.2 mi
    Mercy Hospital of Defiance Defiance
    Emergency room ★★★★☆ Medicare overall 4 of 5
    Median ER visit 2h 7m for patients treated and sent home

Hospital ratings, ER visit times and more at Hospitals In Each State
Source: CMS Care Compare. Distances are approximate.

Nearby nursing homes

Northcrest Rehab and Nursing Center Napoleon · 1.6 mi away ★★★★☆ Inspection 3/5 · Staffing 3/5 87 beds · Medicaid
Vancrest Health Care Center of Holgate Holgate · 8.6 mi away ★★★★★ Inspection 4/5 · Staffing 4/5 60 beds · Medicaid
Fulton Manor Nursing & Rehab Center Wauseon · 11.2 mi away ★★★★★ Inspection 4/5 · Staffing 5/5 71 beds · Medicaid
Ayden Healthcare of Wauseon Wauseon · 11.5 mi away ★★★☆☆ Inspection 2/5 · Staffing 3/5 50 beds · Medicaid
Grand Rapids Care Center Grand Rapids · 13.3 mi away ★★★★★ Inspection 4/5 · Staffing 3/5 32 beds · Medicaid

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