Lutheran Senior Services at Meramec Bluffs is located in Ballwin, Missouri, on a 60-acre campus overlooking the Meramec River. As part of the Lutheran Senior Services network, Meramec Bluffs provides a full continuum of care that includes independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation services. The primary care type offered at this facility is nursing home care, with additional assisted living services available to support residents as their needs evolve. Certified by Medicare and Medicaid and participating in Medicare since 2007, Meramec Bluffs currently serves 22 occupants and is equipped to accommodate residents requiring various levels of care. The community also offers continuing care, as well as resident and family counseling, and emphasizes a faith-inspired environment with a range of wellness programs, dining choices, and opportunities for recreational and social engagement.

Medical support and care services at Meramec Bluffs are comprehensive, encompassing nursing care, physician oversight, and specialized therapies. Residents have access to physical, occupational, and speech therapy, as well as IV therapies. Additional medical services include cardiac care, pulmonary rehabilitation, pain management, respiratory therapy, podiatry, dental, vision, and hearing care, wound care, lymphedema treatment, orthopedic rehabilitation, medication administration and coordination, as well as respite and hospice care. Memory care services are available for residents with cognitive impairments, supported by individualized care plans. Daily living assistance includes physical support for bathing and dressing, as well as full assistance with eating and toileting. Amenities at Meramec Bluffs include a barber/beauty salon, clubs and community events, and laundry or dry-cleaning services, with ongoing attention to personal needs.

Reviews from residents and families indicate that Meramec Bluffs is recognized for its friendly and compassionate staff within the independent and assisted living areas, its well-maintained facilities, and a strong sense of community fostered by diverse activities and wellness programs. Many appreciate responsive maintenance, a range of meal options, and supportive end-of-life and hospice services. However, some concerns have been expressed about the skilled nursing and rehabilitation units, including inconsistent therapy continuation, discharge planning, variability in nursing care, and communication challenges. Reports on administrative practices and staff professionalism also vary, with occasional dissatisfaction regarding promptness in addressing specific medical needs and the handling of personal belongings. Families considering Meramec Bluffs are encouraged to weigh these factors according to the care priorities most important to their situation.

Costs at this community start at $2,100 and range up to $6,180. The average price in the community is $4,140, which is less than the average price in the area of $4,425. 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.