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Meramec Bluffs
1 Meramec Bluffs Drive, Ballwin, MO 63021
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Meramec Bluffs Description
Meramec Bluffs is a large 100 bed community that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing care, hospice, skilled nursing and rehabilitation and is located in the small town of Valley Park, Missouri and is part of the Lutheran Senior Services network of communities. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom and three-bedroom room layouts.
The community has an average rating of 7.9 out of 10 making it the 3rd highest rated community in the city out of 4 communities. See more information on reviews.
The Nursing Home at this community has a 5 star rating out of 5 stars from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. To see more information from CMS you can check out the report here.
To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.
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Care Types at Community
This community offers the following types of care
Independent Living
Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.
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Assisted Living
Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.
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Memory Care
Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.
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Nursing Home
Nursing Homes provide a nurturing environment offering round-the-clock care, personalized support, and community activities for seniors needing assistance with daily living.
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Skilled Nursing
Skilled nursing provides 24/7 medical care and support by licensed professionals for seniors needing continuous healthcare assistance.
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Review Summary
The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.
The reviews for Meramec Bluffs senior living community present a mixed picture, with many residents and their families expressing high satisfaction, while a few share critical feedback.
- Several reviews praise the community for its friendly staff and residents, a wide range of activities including water volleyball, Mahjong, shuffleboard, card games, and outdoor trips. The variety of food and the effort of the chef to please everyone are also highlighted positively.
- Some families have shared heartfelt stories about the compassionate and professional service they received during health crises, appreciating the community's caring atmosphere, quality resources, and the love and care that surrounds the residents every day.
- Many residents appreciate the strong sense of community, the maintenance-free living, the quality of food, the convenience of an on-site market and clinic, and the staff's dedication to going the extra mile, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- However, there are critical reviews as well, mentioning a lack of compassion for the elderly, issues with hygiene care, personal belongings going missing, and minimal care from nurses. One review specifically criticizes the rehabilitation services for short-term residents, alleging inadequate care and attention.
- Despite the criticisms, many reviews express gratitude for the beautiful grounds, the safety and care during the pandemic, and the overall fulfilling living experience at Meramec Bluffs. Residents feel blessed to be part of a community that allows them to age gracefully and enjoy their lives to the fullest.
- One review from a family member highlights the positive experience their mother had in the Reach rehab, praising the staff across various departments for making their loved one feel important and well-cared-for.
- A few reviews express dissatisfaction with certain aspects of care, including overlooked medical orders, issues with wound care, and lost personal items, suggesting room for improvement in these areas.
Overall, while most reviews reflect a positive and enriching experience at Meramec Bluffs, highlighting the community's efforts to provide a caring and engaging environment for its residents, there are notable concerns that suggest areas for improvement, particularly in personalized care and attention to detail.
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Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Nursing Home Ratings
Overall rating: 5
Health inspection rating: 5
Staffing rating: 5
Quality measure rating: 5
Long-term quality measure rating:
5
Short-term quality measure rating:
5
Nursing Home Overview
Participation
date: Jan. 1, 2007
Ownership type: Non Profit
Provider
type: Medicare and Medicaid
Nursing home capacity: 32
Total current residents: 23
Facility is located in a hospital: No
Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
Resident and family council: Resident
Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines
Number of
facility
incidents: 0
Number of
substantiated complaints: 0
Number of payment denials: 0
Number of fines: 0
Total cost of fines: $0
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services gather information about the number of hours of care provided on average to each resident each day by staff as well as the turnover of staff.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointHealth and Fire Safety Deficiencies
The Center for Medicare and Medicaid report health and fire safety deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies are more severe than others. The following table shows different levels of severity.
| Scope | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Severity of Deficiency | Isolated | Pattern | Widespread |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
| Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy | G | H | I |
| No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy | D | E | F |
| No actual harm with potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
Fire Safety Deficiencies
| Survey Date | Correction Date | Letter | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-12-07 | 2023-01-21 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2022-12-07 | 2022-12-14 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. |
| 2022-12-07 | 2022-12-10 | E | Services Deficiencies | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. |
| 2022-12-07 | 2022-12-14 | F | Services Deficiencies | Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire. |
| 2022-12-07 | 2023-01-21 | E | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. |
| 2019-06-21 | 2019-08-04 | F | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. |
| 2018-06-05 | 2018-07-17 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. |
What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is Valley Park which is 1.9 miles away and has a population of 6,974 (very small town).
- The average income is $97,602, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- High Temperature: 82
- Low Temperature: 34
- Average Temperature: 59.5
- Day Breakdown: The area gets 149 days of rain, 19 days of snow and 195 days of sun
- Precipitation: 2.0 inches a year
- The crime rate is 1.57 per 100 people which is very low compared to other cities.
- Violent Crime: 0.21 incidents per 100 people
- Property Crime: 0.91 incidents per 100 people
- Drug-Related Crime: 0.1 incidents per 100 people
- The average life expectancy in zip code is 78.62 years old, which is average compared to other zip codes.
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Supermarkets
Schnucks
2.0 miles awayShop 'n Save
2.1 miles awayALDI
2.7 miles awayDierbergs
3.1 miles awayWalmart Supercenter
3.3 miles awayTransportation
Kirkwood
6.9 miles awayBus Stations
Highway 141 @ I-44
2.0 miles awayManchester @ Braeshire EB
3.4 miles awayManchester @ Braeshire WB
3.4 miles awayBig Bend @ Old Big Bend WB
5.0 miles awayEast and Northbound MetroBus
8.7 miles awayBanks
Meremec Valley Bank
1.9 miles awayPNC Bank
2.0 miles awayCommerce Bank
2.0 miles awayRegions Bank
2.1 miles awayFirst Bank
2.1 miles awayHospitals
SSM St. Clare Health Center
3.1 miles awayDes Peres Hospital
4.5 miles awaySt. Luke's Hospital
6.9 miles awayMissouri Baptist Medical Center
7.1 miles awaySaint Johns Mercy Medical Center
7.7 miles awayPharmacies
Walgreens
2.0 miles awaySchnucks Pharmacy
2.0 miles awayCVS Pharmacy
4.2 miles awayDierbergs Pharmacy
6.2 miles awaySt Luke's Convenient Care
6.2 miles awayDentists
Valley Park Dental Care
2.0 miles awaySt. Louis Orthodontic Group
3.1 miles awayPostol Dental
3.2 miles awayDeco Dental
3.3 miles awayWest County Pediatric Dentist
4.4 miles awayParks
Castlewood State Park
0.2 miles awayPettys Hill
0.9 miles awayOhlendorf West Park
1.1 miles awayLone Elk County Park
1.1 miles awayForest 44 Conservation Area
1.3 miles awayNone Found
Shopping
West County Center
5.6 miles awayDierbergs Markets
6.2 miles awayChesterfield Mall
7.1 miles awayPlaza Frontenac
8.4 miles awaySouth County Center
11.0 miles awayCulture
Corey J. Donnelly Memorial Amphitheater
2.6 miles awayDr. Howard F. Loomis Jr. Amphitheatre
5.6 miles awayAmphitheater
6.2 miles awayMyrtle E. and Earl E. Walker Hall
6.6 miles awayChesterfield Amphithetre Seating
7.5 miles awayRestaurants
Young's Restaurant and Ice Creamery
1.8 miles awaySugerfire Smokehouse
1.9 miles awayBob Evans
1.9 miles awayRuby Tuesday
1.9 miles awayEl Nopal
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