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H & J Vonderlieth Lvg Ctr, the

Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise clean, well-maintained facility. Still worth an in-person visit.

1120 North Topper Drive, Mount Pulaski, IL 6254890 bedsLicensed & Active
4/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
4.4/5

based on 32 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

Vonderlieth is widely praised for its clean environment and highly effective rehab program, making it a strong candidate for recovery. However, given the serious concerns raised regarding medical oversight and medication management, families should conduct a thorough review of the facility's latest state inspection reports and ask specific questions about their medication administration protocols.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

32 reviews on Google
Vonderlieth Living Center is highly regarded by most families for its clean environment, professional nursing care, and proactive communication. While many reviewers praise the facility for successful rehab outcomes and a compassionate, family-like atmosphere, there are isolated reports of serious medical errors and administrative friction regarding admission assessments.

Quality Themes

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FoodN/AStaff9.0Clean10.0Activities8.0Meds4.0MemoryN/AComms9.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Clean, well-maintained facility
  • Compassionate and attentive nursing staff
  • Effective short-term rehab outcomes
  • Proactive family communication

Concerns

  • Reports of medical errors or inadequate care leading to health complications (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
  • Lengthy isolation/quarantine periods for residents (mentioned by 2 reviewers)

Rating Trends

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Distribution · 34 analyzed

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How They Respond to Reviews

7%response rate

This facility rarely responds to reviews.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1With your high health inspection rating, what specific protocols do you have in place to ensure medication management remains accurate and safe for residents?
  • 2I noticed some families have expressed concerns about medical oversight; could you walk me through your process for monitoring health changes and preventing complications?
  • 3Given the importance of social connection, what is your current approach to balancing resident safety with opportunities for group activities and family visitation?
  • 4I see that your team is very proactive in communicating with families; how do you typically keep us updated on our loved one's daily progress and well-being?
  • 5Since your facility is well-regarded for short-term rehab, how do you ensure that long-term residents also receive consistent, high-quality attention from your nursing staff?
  • 6What does a typical day look like for a resident here in terms of social engagement and daily activities?

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Key Review Excerpts

My husband needed short term rehab from a hospital stay and no facility would take him but Vonderleith Living Center came through with a place for him. He was there for less than a month and returned to his home.

Rehab patient's spouse · 2021★★★★★

The medical staff does a wonderful job attending to all patients. I visit my mom often, and I always leave knowing she is well taken care of.

Long-term resident's family · 2022★★★★

My dad received Five Star rehab care at Vonderlierh Living Center. The staff was caring, loving, highly competent and communicated well with the family, including regular unsolicited updates.

Rehab patient's family · 2025★★★★★
Source: 32 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.59hrs
78%
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
3.41hrs
83%
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
37%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
43%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)

Both RN and total nursing hours are below national benchmarks. This can mean less clinical attention per resident, so ask about their staffing plan.

Quality Measures

Quality Measures

Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures

Medicare Rating
1/ 5
Better Than Avg

9

measures

Worse Than Avg

8

measures

Long-Stay Residents
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Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility4.1%
Better than Avg
Here
4.1%
US
12.1%
IL
52.5%
Logan
15.8%

Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.

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Residents whose walking got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility29.8%
Worse than Avg
Here
29.8%
US
15.3%
IL
15.9%
Logan
14.5%
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Residents needing more daily help over time

↓ Lower is better
This Facility26.2%
Worse than Avg
Here
26.2%
US
14.4%
IL
14.2%
Logan
13.5%
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Residents who fell and were seriously hurt

↓ Lower is better
This Facility12.5%
Worse than Avg
Here
12.5%
US
3.2%
IL
3.1%
Logan
4.8%
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Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility27.4%
Worse than Avg
Here
27.4%
US
19.4%
IL
21.1%
Logan
18.1%
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Residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility100.0%
Better than Avg
Here
100.0%
US
95.5%
IL
91.8%
Logan
98.8%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
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Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility100.0%
Better than Avg
Here
100.0%
US
79.8%
IL
63.1%
Logan
84.0%
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Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility92.4%
Better than Avg
Here
92.4%
US
81.8%
IL
69.0%
Logan
87.3%
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Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility3.8%
Worse than Avg
Here
3.8%
US
1.6%
IL
2.4%
Logan
1.8%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

4deficiencies
Well below state avg (12.0)
1 complaint-triggered

This facility shows a concerning pattern of recurring fire safety and medication management issues across multiple inspections, though all deficiencies have been corrected. The main problem areas are fire safety systems (smoke barriers, alarms, doors), medication management (error rates, unnecessary psychotropic drugs), and electrical safety. Fire safety violations have persisted across all surveys from 2023 to 2025, suggesting ongoing maintenance challenges. One complaint was filed by a family regarding medical records privacy in 2023.

Dec 11, 2025Routine
8
0761Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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.

0880Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0321Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

0372Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

0920Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

0605Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

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

0759Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

0712Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Sep 12, 2024Routine
2
0761Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

0321Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

Aug 3, 2023Routine
8
0353Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0918Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

0321Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

0345Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

0374Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

0920Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

0930Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure proper storage of liquid oxygen.

0758Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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.

Jul 2, 2023Complaint
1
0842Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

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

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

H & J Vonderlieth Lvg Ctr, the

Organization Type

nonprofit

Chain Affiliation

Chain Name

Heritage Operations Group

Chain Size

9 facilities nationwide

Chain avg rating: 2.1/5 · Rank 1 of 8 (Best)

Ownership & Management

Owners

Henry & Jane Vonderlieth Living Center INC

Owner · Organization

100%

Key personnel

Aylesworth, RichardOfficer / DirectorCox, MelissaOfficer / DirectorCross, ThomasOfficer / DirectorKincade, DonnaOfficer / DirectorMartin, DerekOfficer / Director
Source: Medicare provider data

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