Madeira Health Care Center is a nursing home community in Cincinnati, OH.
Information last verified:
6940 Stiegler Lane, Cincinnati, OH 45243
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
3.3 from 43 reviews
5 stars
19
4 stars
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1 stars
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Overall Review of Madeira Health Care Center
caveat7 reviews mention this
Cleanliness is mixed
Cleanliness reports range from very clean rooms to serious dirt and odor concerns.
Some residents and families describe rooms as very clean, including comments that the facility didn’t smell. Others describe cleanliness problems like dirty conditions, wet bed sheets, and housekeeping that seemed non-existent. One family also reported a strong odor in the room during a dementia stay. The overall picture from reviews is inconsistent rather than uniform.
caveat6 reviews mention this
Staff response and communication
Several families describe delays with communication, meds, or getting help after requests.
Some reviewers say they had to wait too long for assistance, including cases tied to call buttons. A few accounts also describe delayed medications around admission. Phone communication is criticized in one review that mentions calls being mishandled or disconnected. Other reviews suggest responsiveness can be uneven depending on the situation and staffing.
common2 reviews mention this
Wound care by Chastity
Residents highlight wound care from Chastity as a steady point of care.
Two reviews specifically credit Chastity for wound care, including weekly check-ins and hands-on treatment for a large wound. These accounts emphasize care that patients experienced as attentive and focused on comfort. While wound care isn’t described as the only strength, it shows up clearly in the reviews that mention it.
caveat4 reviews mention this
Food quality can disappoint
Food quality is described as inconsistent, with complaints about cold or unappealing meals.
One short-stay reviewer says food was the weakest part of the stay, citing meals that arrived cold and not the freshest. Another review mentions cooks not making food right and describes it as cold, along with wanting more options like coffee. A family member’s account also describes limited intake during rehab, including reliance on nutrition drinks rather than solid food. At the same time, there are also reviews that thank the dietary team, suggesting service may vary by unit and timing.
caveat9 reviews mention this
Therapy and rehab outcomes vary
Rehab progress is reported as uneven, from meaningful improvements to concerns about therapy effectiveness.
Several reviews describe improvement with therapy, including better walking and bathing during rehab and friendly, helpful therapy teams. Others report therapy that felt brief or unproductive, with limited time spent during sessions. There are also serious concerns tied to patient safety and basic care during rehab stays, including falls and instances where families believe repositioning and hygiene weren’t handled appropriately. Reviews overall suggest results depend heavily on the circumstances and day-to-day care.
How we summarize
Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes become a section.
Features
Housing
98 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
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
Transportation
Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International (19 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Care Services
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
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Pharmacies
Walgreens (0.4 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.3 miles)
Walgreens (2.7 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.8 miles)
Walgreens (3.2 miles)
Walgreens (3.2 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (4.7 miles)
Places of Worship
St Gertrude Church (0.6 miles)
City of Madisonville (3 miles)
Saint Margaret of Corona Catholic Church (3.2 miles)
Adath Israel Congregation (4 miles)
St Mary Church (5.5 miles)
St James of the Valley (6.8 miles)
Epiphany United Methodist Church (7 miles)
Restaurants
Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant (1.2 miles)
McDonald's (1.3 miles)
The Cheesecake Factory (1.4 miles)
Maggiano's (1.4 miles)
Skyline Chili (1.7 miles)
MVP Sports Bar and Grille (2.4 miles)
Logo's Sports Bar & Grill (2.7 miles)
Physicians
Ohio Valley Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine (1.4 miles)
University Endoscopy Center (2.5 miles)
Kode Murthy (4 miles)
Cardiology Center of Cincinnati (4.4 miles)
Gastroenterology Specialists (4.6 miles)
Reading Family Practice (5.2 miles)
ESD Pediatric Group (5.4 miles)
Hospitals
Mercy Health - The Jewish Hospital (1.8 miles)
Trihealth Connect Training (4.3 miles)
TriHealth Seniority - TriHealth Bethesda North Hospital (4.5 miles)
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