Lutheran Home, located in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, is a senior living community offering a range of care services, including nursing home care and assisted living. The facility provides both long-term and short-term care options, with additional services such as skilled nursing, rehabilitation, memory care for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, and adult day programs. Residents have access to intergenerational programs, campus amenities, and structured activities aimed at supporting engagement and wellbeing. Recent years have seen investments in facility updates and therapy program expansion, with the organization offering support for both residents and families through transitions and rehabilitation.
For residents with diabetes, Lutheran Home provides support in diabetes management, including regular blood glucose monitoring and medication administration as required. The nursing staff is trained to recognize symptoms of blood sugar fluctuations and to coordinate care with medical providers as needed. Dietary planning tailored to diabetic needs is available, assisting residents in maintaining appropriate nutrition in accordance with physician instructions. Education and monitoring are integrated into care plans to help manage the condition and to prevent complications.
Podiatry services are available at Lutheran Home through on-site or visiting specialists. Residents with foot care needs related to diabetes, mobility issues, or other chronic conditions can access routine assessments and necessary treatments, including nail care, wound evaluation, and management of conditions such as neuropathy. Care plans often integrate podiatric oversight in coordination with the broader medical team to support mobility and prevent infection.
Lutheran Home offers full assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting for those who require it. Nursing and caregiving staff provide personalized support based on individual assessment, ensuring residents receive the level of help needed to maintain hygiene, nutrition, and dignity.
Family and resident experiences with care quality at Lutheran Home are varied. Many reviews highlight respectful, attentive care, particularly regarding the nursing staff’s communication and compassion, especially during rehabilitation and end-of-life situations. Families have noted responsive administration, cleanliness in common areas, and positive experiences with intergenerational and activity programming. However, other feedback raises concerns about inconsistent cleanliness in certain rooms, breakdowns in communication with specific departments, and staffing instability—especially in memory care and during less-staffed shifts—which at times results in unmet resident needs. Additional reports include dissatisfaction regarding theft allegations, lack of clarity about incidents and care progression, and administrative transparency issues. Experiences with the facility’s child care center are also mixed, with some parents reporting strong developmental support, while others cite discrimination, communication problems, and lengthy or unclear waitlist procedures. Overall, while some staff members receive positive recognition for their dedication, the consistency of managerial oversight and staffing remains an area of concern for some families.
Costs at this community start at $2,083 and range up to $8,429. The average price in the community is $5,256, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,739. The cost of nursing homes in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
