Mennonite Memorial Home

    410 W Elm St, Bluffton, OH, 45817
    4.3 · 22 reviews
    • Independent living
    • Assisted living
    • Memory care
    • Skilled nursing
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    5.0

    Excellent care, staff, food, setting

    I placed my parent here and have been very pleased: the staff are friendly and helpful during a stressful time, the building is very clean, the food and service are excellent, and the rehab program and family-like care stood out. The country setting is beautiful with a pond, fishing and a wood shop, and the apartments are nice (currently getting new carpet and paint). My only complaint is there could be more resident activities - otherwise I highly recommend it.

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

    Community services

    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    4.32 · 22 reviews

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.3
    • Staff

      4.3
    • Meals

      5.0
    • Amenities

      4.0
    • Value

      4.3

    Pros

    • pleasant country setting
    • nice rooms and apartments
    • friendly staff (many mentions)
    • very clean facility
    • helpful support during stressful family situations
    • wood shop and hobby opportunities
    • pond and fishing on site
    • on-site activities and rehabilitation program
    • good/great dining
    • family-like atmosphere
    • helpful/nice tour guide
    • apartments receiving updates (new carpet and repainting)

    Cons

    • some negative experiences with staff reported
    • not enough activities for some residents
    • ongoing apartment renovations may cause disruption

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment across these review summaries is positive, with reviewers frequently praising the facilitys setting, cleanliness, dining, and the personal, family-like care many residents receive. Multiple entries describe the location as pleasant and country-like, with on-site natural amenities such as a pond and fishing that contribute to the residences attractive environment. Apartments and rooms are described as nice; several comments note that apartments are being updated (new carpet and repainting), which indicates management investment in upkeep and improvement.

    Care quality and staff interactions are a prominent theme. Several reviews specifically call out friendly, helpful staff and note that staff provided good support during stressful family situations. There is also direct praise for the rehabilitation program, suggesting the facility has capable clinical/therapeutic services. However, there is at least one explicit negative remark about staff (review summarized as "positive: residence, negative: staff"), so while staff are mostly described favorably, there is a small but notable minority reporting problems or dissatisfaction with personnel.

    Facilities and amenities receive consistent praise. Beyond clean, well-maintained apartments and rooms, reviewers mention recreational features such as a wood shop and pond/fishing, which provide residents with hobby and outdoor options that are not always available in senior living settings. The presence of a rehabilitation program is called out positively, and visitors found the tour guide helpful and informative, which reflects well on admissions and outreach processes.

    Dining and atmosphere are highlighted positively: several reviewers described the food as "best" or "great," and multiple comments emphasize a family-like treatment and warm environment. Cleanliness is repeatedly noted, reinforcing an impression of well-run daily operations. These factors together suggest a community that emphasizes hospitality and resident comfort.

    Activities are a mixed area. Some reviews list activities as a plus, but one reviewer specifically stated there are not enough activities for residents. This indicates variability in activity offerings or in individual expectations — some residents find the programming sufficient, while others desire more. Managements decision to update apartments (new carpet and repainting) points to ongoing maintenance and improvements but may also cause temporary disruption during construction, which a few reviews implicitly reference by noting renovation work.

    In summary, the reviews portray Mennonite Memorial Home as a well-located, attractive, and clean facility with strong positives in dining, a welcoming atmosphere, useful amenities (wood shop, pond/fishing), and effective rehabilitation services. Staff are generally described as friendly and supportive, although at least one review raises a concern about staff behavior, so prospective residents or families should seek more detail about staffing consistency. Activity programming may meet some residents needs but appears to fall short for others, so ask about specific schedules and options if activity level is a priority. Ongoing apartment updates are a sign of investment in the property but could involve short-term disruption. Overall, the pattern is favorable with a few specific areas (staff consistency, activity variety, and construction timing) worth clarifying during a visit or tour.

    Location

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    About Mennonite Memorial Home

    Mennonite Memorial Home sits on 18 acres at 410 W Elm St in Bluffton, Ohio, serving as a senior living community that offers many choices for older adults needing different levels of care, so when someone moves in, they can stay as their needs change, since they can get independent living, assisted living, nursing, memory care, and respite care all on the same campus, which is handy if someone needs more help over time. The place has apartments and villas set up for independent living, studios and one-bedroom apartments for assisted living, and private or semi-private rooms for long-term or memory care, so residents pick what works for them, and the independent villas include one, two, and three bedroom options, plus garages and maintenance. People get nutritious meals cooked by a culinary team, snacks, basic cable, and help with things like bathing, dressing, and medication, and there are nurses and aides on hand 24/7, so someone can always get help if they need it, especially with Alzheimer's or dementia care, since the memory care has its own secure area and staff ready to help with daily activities. There's a lap pool, hot tub, fitness room, walking paths, garden areas, and a beauty salon and barbershop, and the activities coordinator sets up things like exercise classes, crafts, music, and bingo, so people stay busy and connected. The staff helps with laundry, linens, housekeeping, and provides personal care products, plus there are computers with internet access if someone wants to get online. Residents and their families can get cost advice and help, including VA benefits assistance, and the community offers free rides for medical appointments and outings. Medical services range from IV and medication administration, wound care, physical and occupational therapy, speech therapy, and strength or gait training, to onsite hospice for those who need it, as well as short-term rehab or respite care, so caregivers can have a break or people can heal before going home. The kitchens in the living units make it easy to prepare light meals, though the dining room is open for three prepared meals every day. Safety measures include emergency call systems in all areas, and the grounds are pet-friendly, handicap-accessible, and designed so residents can get around easily, whether they're using a wheelchair, walker, or just want a stroll outdoors. The Ohio Department of Aging licenses Mennonite Memorial Home, and the staff keeps up with required reviews to stay current. Spiritual care gets attention, with devotional services both onsite and off, and the community stays connected to places like Maple Crest Senior Living Village and Willow Ridge, trying to make life feel meaningful, comfortable, and steady, whether someone's looking for independence or full nursing care. Tours are available for families wanting to see how the day-to-day looks, to check on dining, programs, and what rooms are like, and even though the facility isn't for sale or rent right now, it keeps its focus on compassionate, Christian-based care with every service it offers.

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