Lutheran Care Center is a nursing home community in Altamont, IL.
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Lutheran Care Center in Altamont, IL
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702 West Cumberland, Altamont, IL 62411
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
Residents and families often describe the building as clean.
Several reviewers mention cleanliness directly, including staff describing the facility as very clean and others saying it stays free of odors. A few also connect cleanliness with a comfortable visit experience. While cleanliness is a recurring positive, at least one review also notes that not every staff interaction felt equally pleasant.
Reviewers consistently describe the staff as friendly and caring.
Across many reviews, families describe attentive, compassionate help and a welcoming presence during visits. Several mention care that met day-to-day needs, including a review describing hospice support and another praising how staff handled tasks and teamwork. A few reviewers also highlight greetings and a home-town feel, while one cautions that some staff were not as nice as others.
Meals are a standout part of residents’ experience.
Reviews mention that residents love the meals, and at least one describes regular engagement around food-related events. Others also reference dining spaces as part of what feels updated and welcoming. The community offers restaurant-style dining and supports special diets, aligning with what families mention about meal preferences.
Residents are described as staying active with organized activities.
Multiple reviews point to a steady schedule of activities and programs, including group-style engagement and themed days. A reviewer also calls out an on-site activity area and mentions that residents can participate in things they enjoy. The community also lists planned daily activities and resident-run options, which fits the way families describe day-to-day life.
Skilled nursing care is described with practical support for daily living.
Reviewers describe hands-on support during skilled nursing stays, including help with needs and medication oversight. One review specifically notes hospice care, and another praises staff teamwork during recovery. At least one reviewer also raises a concern about shift-to-shift alignment, suggesting communication can vary at times.
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96 resident community capacity
Skilled Nursing Facility
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Community operated transportation Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation to doctors appointments
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system 24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions Diabetes diet Special dietary restrictions Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services Fitness programs
Planned day trips Resident-run activities Scheduled daily activitiesLutheran Care Center is located at 702 West Cumberland, Altamont, IL 62411 in Effingham County, Illinois
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