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Artman Lutheran Home in Ambler, PA

Artman Lutheran Home is an assisted living community in Ambler, PA.

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Artman Lutheran Home in Ambler, PA

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  • Interior

    A cozy living room area with two armchairs and a small table by the windows.
  • Decor

    A cozy bedroom featuring a large bed with patterned bedding, decorative pillows, and a bedside table with flowers.
  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with a patterned sofa, armchair, and a coffee table with a floral arrangement.
  • Architecture

    A historic Victorian stone house with an ornate porch and multiple windows.
  • Dining

    An elegant restaurant dining area with neatly arranged tables and chairs.
  • Seating Area

    Three people are sitting in a living room, engaged in conversation with a television on the wall.

250 Bethlehem Pike, Ambler, PA 19002

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3.6 from 58 reviews
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Artman Lutheran Home Costs & Pricing

At Artman Lutheran Home, the monthly costs for various room types reflect a diverse range of options designed to accommodate different preferences and needs. For a semi-private room, residents can expect to pay $3,930, which is notably lower than the Montgomery County average of $4,587 and slightly above the Pennsylvania average of $3,542. The one-bedroom suites are competitively priced at $4,530 - still within reach compared to county and state averages. In contrast, studio accommodations are offered at $5,430, which exceeds both local and state pricing benchmarks. For those seeking more space, two-bedroom units are available for $6,990; despite being higher than the Montgomery County rate of $4,962 and state average of $4,242. Finally, private rooms come in at $10,440 - significantly above the county's average of $6,016 and the state median of $4,890 - emphasizing both exclusivity and personalized care. Overall, Artman Lutheran Home provides a unique value proposition in terms of community support and amenities that may justify its higher pricing points in certain categories.

Floor plansArtman Lutheran HomeMontgomery CountyPennsylvania
Semi-Private$3,930$4,587$3,542
1 Bedroom$4,530$4,619$4,006
Studio$5,430$4,393$3,737
2 Bedrooms$6,990$4,962$4,242
Private$10,440$6,016$4,890

Overall Review of Artman Lutheran Home

common 25 reviews mention this

Care staff are often described

Residents and families frequently describe the staff as compassionate and attentive to individual needs.

Many reviewers say the care team is compassionate and professional, including nurses, nursing aides, and other staff who support daily routines. Several families also mention communication as a positive—calls going unanswered comes up as an issue for some, while others describe being kept informed. A smaller set of reviews contrasts this with reports of rude interactions, rough handling, and periods when help was delayed or limited, which is where expectations reportedly fell short.

caveat 5 reviews mention this

Dining quality is mixed

Dining gets mixed feedback, with some residents and families praising meals while others criticize quality and consistency.

Some reviewers say their loved one enjoyed the food and felt well cared for around meals, including responsiveness when specific drinks were requested. Others describe ongoing dissatisfaction, calling the food underwhelming or terrible. Dietary needs come up strongly in negative feedback: one reviewer describes repeated misses with gluten-free meals and concerns about cross-contact and food safety, even after speaking with the dietitian.

  • An elegant restaurant dining area with neatly arranged tables and chairs.
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Staffing and response times

A recurring concern is staffing levels affecting timely help and daily support.

Several reviews describe understaffing and limited coverage, including claims about too few assistants or nurses on certain shifts. A few families report long waits for help with bathroom needs and call-bell response, and one reviewer says documentation about call response time didn’t lead to changes. Even among generally positive reviews, at least one caregiver review suggests the limited staff can mean residents receive less service than expected.

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Activities keep residents engaged

Many reviewers highlight activities that help residents stay engaged and socialize.

Multiple reviews mention planned activities and social opportunities, including residents meeting friends and having regular ways to spend the day. Some families specifically point to on-site programming and day-to-day engagement, and one reviewer praises an activity leader for updates and involvement. There is also some less-positive feedback: at least one reviewer says activities are lacking or rely too heavily on television, so engagement may vary by time period or unit.

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Features

Housing

  • 136 resident community capacity 136 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC)
  • Respite Care Respite Care
  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private Private
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Swimming pool / hot tub Swimming pool / hot tub
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Philadelphia International (20 miles away) Philadelphia International (20 miles away)
  • Trenton-Mercer County (23 miles away) Trenton-Mercer County (23 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • High acuity care High acuity care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

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Nearby Places of Interest

This area of Ambler, Pennsylvania offers a convenient and well-equipped location for seniors looking to settle down. With multiple CVS Pharmacies nearby, accessing medications and healthcare supplies will be easy. There are also various dining options within a few miles, including Brick & Barrel and Chick-Fil-A. For leisure activities, residents can enjoy Homested Park and Stony Creek Sports Park for outdoor recreation. In terms of healthcare, there are several reputable medical facilities such as AMS Cardiology and Abington Hospital in close proximity. Places of worship like Mary Mother of the Redeemer provide spiritual support, while transportation options like Ambler Station make it easy to get around town. Overall, this part of Ambler offers a mix of essential amenities and services that cater to the needs of seniors looking for a comfortable and accessible living environment.

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.2 miles)
  • Eric's Rx Shoppe (2.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.7 miles)

Cafes

  • Backyard Beans Coffee (0.9 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.3 miles)
  • Starbucks (7 miles)
  • Starbucks (8.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (9.3 miles)

Transportation

  • Ambler Station (1 miles)
  • SEPTA Jenkintown-Wyncote Station (6.8 miles)
  • Septa Warminster Train Stn (7.2 miles)
  • Stenton Station (7.7 miles)

Restaurants

  • Brick & Barrel (2.3 miles)
  • Blue Bell Inn (2.6 miles)
  • McDonald's (3 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (3.9 miles)
  • Miller's Ale House (4.8 miles)
  • The Metropolitan (5 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (5.1 miles)

Parks

  • Homested Park (2.5 miles)
  • Stony Creek Sports Park (4.3 miles)
  • Windlestrae Park (5.1 miles)
  • School Road Park (8.7 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC 309 Cinema 9 (2.8 miles)
  • AMC Plymouth Meeting Mall 12 (4.7 miles)
  • Regal Warrington Crossing Screenx, 4Dx, Imax & RPX (5.4 miles)

Physicians

  • AMS Cardiology (4.1 miles)
  • Schwarz Dermatology (5.1 miles)
  • Mid Atlantic Retina (5.1 miles)
  • Hatboro Medical Associates (6.2 miles)
  • Center for Total Women's Health - Lansdale (6.5 miles)
  • Detweiler Family Medicine (6.8 miles)
  • Otolaryngology Plastic Surgery Associates (6.9 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Mary Mother of the Redeemer (5.8 miles)
  • Neshaminy Warwick Presbyterian Church (7.8 miles)
  • New Beginnings Church (9.3 miles)

Hospitals

  • Chestnut Hill Emergency Room (6 miles)
  • Abington Hospital, Widener Building (6.2 miles)
  • Abington Memorial Hospital (6.2 miles)
  • Jefferson Lansdale Hospital (6.4 miles)
  • Holy Redeemer Hospital (8.3 miles)

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