Living Meadows at Luther - Madelia
Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise compassionate and attentive hospice care. Still worth an in-person visit.
based on 29 Google reviews
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What this means for your family
The facility is highly regarded for its compassionate end-of-life and hospice care, with families noting a clean and welcoming environment. Because many reviews lack specific details, we recommend scheduling a tour to observe staff-resident interactions firsthand and asking about current staffing ratios.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
29 reviews on Google“Living Meadows At Luther - Madelia receives high praise for its compassionate staff, particularly regarding hospice and end-of-life care. While many reviewers describe the facility as clean and welcoming, the majority of the feedback consists of star ratings without written comments, making it difficult to gauge a comprehensive operational picture.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Compassionate and attentive hospice care
- Clean and well-maintained facility
- Friendly and caring staff members
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 33 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
Questions for Your Tour
- 1With 40 residents at Living Meadows, how do you foster a close-knit community feel while ensuring each resident receives personalized attention?
- 2I noticed your team receives high praise for compassionate hospice care; how do you integrate that same level of specialized support for residents who are not in hospice?
- 3Given the recent state citations, could you walk us through the specific steps the facility has taken to address those areas and improve your processes?
- 4What does a typical daily activity schedule look like for residents who enjoy staying active and social?
- 5How does your nursing team coordinate with local medical providers to manage acute health changes or emergencies for residents?
- 6Your facility is frequently described as very clean and well-maintained; what is your approach to ensuring that environment remains consistent for all residents?
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Key Review Excerpts
“The staff was very attentive to my brother and would make sure that the family was comfortable during this time as well. The facility is beautiful and very clean.”
“They are the most caring, compassionate group of people! Thank you for all your kindness to my mom in her stay, and last days, with you.”
“They have a terrific staff who deeply care for the residents. I’ve been blessed to have led chapel services here.”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026Both 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 · 16 measures
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Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents needing more daily help over time
Residents on antipsychotic medication
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Residents whose walking got worse
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
Living Meadows has a concerning pattern with families filing complaint reports leading to deficiencies in medication management and abuse reporting. The facility shows recurring issues across fire safety systems, food safety, and resident care including pressure ulcer prevention. While all deficiencies have correction dates, the facility has struggled with basic safety infrastructure and proper incident reporting procedures across multiple surveys.
Apr 28, 2026Routine3
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Mar 26, 2025Routine7
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Egress Deficiencies
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies
Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Apr 25, 2024Complaint1
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Apr 25, 2024Routine6
Egress Deficiencies
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Services Deficiencies
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Smoke Deficiencies
Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Sep 25, 2023Complaint2
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Jun 21, 2023Complaint1
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Federal Penalties
Fine
Apr 25, 2024
$13,627
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Living Meadows at Luther - Madelia
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Ownership & Management
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