Commons at Orlando Lutheran Towers
Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise active, friendly independent living community. Still worth an in-person visit.
based on 51 Google reviews
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What this means for your family
While the independent living side of this community is well-regarded for its social atmosphere, the rehab and nursing units have received consistent, serious complaints regarding patient neglect and poor communication. If you are considering this facility for a loved one needing medical care, we strongly advise you to look elsewhere or conduct an unannounced visit to observe staffing responsiveness firsthand.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
51 reviews on Google“The Commons at Orlando Lutheran Towers receives highly polarized feedback, with a clear divide between long-term independent living residents and those utilizing short-term rehab or nursing care. While many independent living residents praise the community atmosphere and location, multiple families of rehab and nursing patients report serious concerns regarding neglect, poor communication, and inadequate staffing levels. Prospective families should be aware that the facility has undergone significant transitions, including the closure of the Commons building, which has impacted the consistency of care.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Active, friendly independent living community
- Prime downtown Orlando location
- Some highly dedicated individual nursing staff
- Well-maintained independent living apartments
Concerns
- Neglect and poor hygiene (e.g., bed sores, unemptied commodes, soiled diapers) (mentioned by 5 reviewers)
- Inadequate staffing and slow response times (mentioned by 4 reviewers)
- Poor communication between staff and family members (mentioned by 3 reviewers)
- Unprofessional or rude behavior from nursing/CNA staff (mentioned by 4 reviewers)
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 55 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
Questions for Your Tour
- 1With your great location in downtown Orlando, what kind of local outings or community activities do the residents participate in regularly?
- 2How does the nursing team ensure that hygiene and room cleanliness are maintained consistently throughout every shift?
- 3What specific protocols do you have in place to ensure medication management is handled accurately and without delay?
- 4How do you facilitate regular, clear communication between the nursing staff and family members regarding a resident's daily well-being?
- 5Can you describe the level of specialized support and engagement available for residents who require memory care services?
- 6How does the staff respond to urgent medical needs or emergencies during the overnight hours?
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Key Review Excerpts
“They insisted I use a bedside commode and I could never get them to empty it. I struggled to get pain relief.”
“The CNA on 1st floor duty the night of April 18th, actually told my mom 'you are not priority' all my mom needed was help to be put into the bed from the wheelchair.”
“My Father and Step Mother moved to The Orlando Lutheran Towers over a decade ago. It was obvious they had made the BEST choice for their well-being both health wise and socially.”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026Total nursing hours are below minimum, though RN coverage is adequate. This may mean fewer aides for daily tasks like bathing and mobility.
Quality Measures
Quality Measures
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures
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Residents whose walking got worse
Residents needing more daily help over time
Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Residents on antipsychotic medication
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
This facility has concerning patterns in medication management, with repeated deficiencies for medication errors and pharmacy oversight appearing in both 2022 and 2024 surveys. The facility also had issues with treatment and care planning that persisted across multiple years, including one complaint-triggered violation in 2024 where families reported concerns. While all deficiencies show correction dates, the recurring problems with medication safety and care delivery warrant careful consideration during any visit.
Jan 8, 2026Routine1
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Aug 29, 2024Complaint1
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Mar 28, 2024Routine7
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Apr 21, 2022Routine4
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Commons at Orlando Lutheran Towers
nonprofit
Ownership & Management
Owners
Orlando Lutheran Towers, INC
Owner · Organization
Key personnel
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References & Resources
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51 reviews from families & visitors
Official Website
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