Lutheran Home at Kane, the
Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise clean, well-maintained facility. Still worth an in-person visit.
based on 43 Google reviews
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What this means for your family
The facility is widely praised for its cleanliness and friendly environment, making it a comfortable setting for many residents. However, families should be proactive in establishing clear communication channels with management and monitoring the consistency of care, as some reviewers have noted variability in staff performance.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
43 reviews on Google“The Lutheran Home at Kane generally receives praise for its cleanliness and friendly atmosphere, with several families expressing gratitude for the care provided to their loved ones. However, some reviewers have raised concerns regarding inconsistent staffing levels and communication issues with management. While many find the facility to be a welcoming environment, others have noted that the quality of care can vary depending on the specific staff members on duty.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Clean, well-maintained facility
- Friendly and upbeat staff
- Positive atmosphere for residents
- Effective activities department
Concerns
- Inconsistent staffing levels and quality of care (mentioned by 3 reviewers)
- Poor communication with families (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 48 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
Questions for Your Tour
- 1Given the high staffing rating, how do you ensure that consistency in care remains a priority for residents throughout the day and evening shifts?
- 2We noticed that communication is a key focus for your team; what specific methods or platforms do you use to keep families updated on their loved one's daily status?
- 3With such a highly-rated activities department, could you walk us through a typical week of programming and how you encourage residents to participate?
- 4Since your facility has a 5-star rating for staffing, what does your onboarding and training process look like to ensure new team members maintain that high standard of care?
- 5How does your nursing team coordinate with local medical providers to handle urgent health changes or emergencies for residents?
- 6Regarding the recent health inspection findings, what proactive steps has the facility taken to address those specific areas and improve overall quality?
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Key Review Excerpts
“The facility is very clean. They have a great activities department. Some employees our great and some not so good and really don't want to be there. Not good communication with families.”
“I want to thank you very much for taking care of my Dad.he was loved by many people ❤️ you did all what you can do.Thank you for your services 🙏. You did a great job and I appreciate everything.”
“Very clean and good atmosphere. Even as a visitor you are treated like family”
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 vaccinated for pneumonia
Residents needing more daily help over time
Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Residents vaccinated for the flu
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
Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu
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
Lutheran Home at Kane shows a pattern of corrected but recurring deficiencies across 11 citations in three surveys, with no complaint-triggered issues. The facility has repeated problems with medication labeling and electrical safety systems, appearing in multiple surveys, alongside issues with resident rights documentation and emergency power systems. While all deficiencies have correction dates, the recurring nature of medication and electrical problems suggests ongoing operational challenges that families should discuss during visits.
Nov 19, 2025Routine6
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
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.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.
Dec 19, 2024Routine2
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.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.
Jan 31, 2024Routine3
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.
Egress Deficiencies
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Lutheran Home at Kane, the
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