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Fond Du Lac Lutheran Home

244 N Macy St, Fond Du Lac, WI 54935 · Fond Du Lac County

Lutheran Homes & Health Services offers compassionate senior care in Fond du Lac’s Fond du Lac County. Assisted living, memory care & skilled nursing clos…

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Availability outlookUsually has openings

Typically 60% full — availability is generally good.

Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

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Fond Du Lac Lutheran Home is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Fond Du Lac, WI, with 85 certified beds and an average of about 51 residents per day. It operates as part of the Illuminus network.

Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 1/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.77 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.78 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 48.2%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 15 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $9,113 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
•Below-average health-inspection rating
•Below-average nurse staffing (3.77 hrs/resident/day)
•15 deficiencies at last survey

Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Fond Du Lac options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds: 85
Avg. residents/day: 51
Ownership: Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Illuminus
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 525655

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$9,320–$12,060/mo (median $10,390)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Fond du Lac prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.77; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.78; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 48.2%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 15
Federal fines: 1 ($9,113)
Total penalties: 1
Last standard survey: 2024-07-10
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (44 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-03-27Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

2025-03-27Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

2025-03-27Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.

2025-03-27Severity C — minimalFrom a complaintAdministration Deficiencies

Have policies and procedures ensuring the administrator's responsibilities for facility closure are completed successfully.

2024-12-19Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

2024-09-24Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

2024-09-24Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

2024-07-10Severity E — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Penalty history

Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.

Date	Type	Amount
2025-03-27	Fine	$9,113

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Memory care
✓ Chapel / worship services
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Housekeeping & laundry
✓ Courtyard / outdoor space
✓ Gardens / walking paths
✓ 24/7 staff

Location

244 N Macy St, Fond Du Lac, WI

Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Fond Du Lac Lutheran Home

How much does Fond Du Lac Lutheran Home cost?

Fond Du Lac Lutheran Home does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Fond Du Lac, WI area typically runs $9,320–$12,060 per month (median $10,390, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Fond Du Lac Lutheran Home's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Fond Du Lac Lutheran Home 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 1/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Fond Du Lac Lutheran Home?

Staff provide about 3.77 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 48.2% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Fond Du Lac Lutheran Home?

Fond Du Lac Lutheran Home has 44 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-07-10). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Fond Du Lac Lutheran Home have availability?

Typically 60% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Fond Du Lac Lutheran Home offer?

Fond Du Lac Lutheran Home in Fond Du Lac, WI offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 85 beds.

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