Close to the city but nestled in the rolling hills overlooking the Meramec River, Meramec Bluffs is close to both I-44 and I-270. Physicians, major shopping malls, churches, pharmacies, and shopping areas are nearby so you can stay connected.
Friends and family will find it easy to stop in for a minute or stay for a while, in your new home. Want a quiet place to reflect and sit a spell? Meramec Bluffs’ log cabin house is a delightful retreat for residents.
Call 636.861.0600 or e-mail us today to schedule a visit.
Services
Continuum of Care
Meramec Bluffs is a continuing care retirement community, which means that independent living, residential care, memory care, and skilled nursing are available within our community.
Senior Living Apartment and Patio Homes
Meramec Bluffs features 260 spacious senior living apartments and 25 patio homes; amenities include a generous meal allowance in the private dining room, twice monthly cleaning, heavy cleaning, all maintenance, an urgent call system, and paid utilities.
Residential Care Apartments
We offer 56 private residential care apartments featuring 24-hour staffing, help with personal care, medication assistance, weekly housekeeping, linen service, and buffet meal service for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Memory Care
We offer 20 private and semi-private apartments with private baths for ambulatory individuals with Alzheimer’s and related dementias. Our Memory Skilled Care program features 20 rooms with private baths in a small, home-like setting for Alzheimer’s and related dementia residents who need extra attention.
Skilled Care
We offer 88 private and semi-private skilled nursing rooms with 24-hour professional nursing care.
In-Home Services
Lutheran Senior Services recognizes additional help is sometimes needed. We offer nursing and therapy through Home Health, Private Duty, and Hospice Care. In-home care coordinators are available on-site to personally assist residents.
Resources
A Message from the Executive Director
Thank you for your interest in Meramec Bluffs! At Meramec Bluffs we really do redefine “Retirement Living”!
From the minute you walk through our front door you will experience all the great things Meramec Bluffs has to offer. Whether it is our spacious patio homes and apartments, our variety of dining options, our indoor pool and exercise facilities, or the many fun activities offered on a daily basis – you will find something that makes Meramec Bluffs the perfect choice for you to call home! In addition to our many independent living options we also offer access to a continuum of care should you need Assisted Living or Skilled Nursing care. All of our services are provided in a manner that truly makes Meramec Bluffs feel like living at home! The best part is the great people who live and work at Meramec Bluffs. Please stop by and visit our community to see for yourself how you can “redefine your retirement!”
Terry Etling
Executive Director
Members of our Team
Meramec Bluffs Executive Director
ph 636.923.0009, x2303
TEtling@LSSLiving.org
The Executive Director of Meramec Bluffs, Terry Etling has worked at LSS for more than 15 years, starting as Community Administrator of the Breeze Park community in St. Charles. She has worked in long-term care for over 25 years. Terry earned her master’s degree from Webster University in health care management, and she teaches part-time at the University of Missouri-St. Louis in the gerontology program.
Administrator of Care Center
ph 636.923.0009, x2503
BQueen@LSSLiving.org
Brad Queen is the Care Ceter Adminstrator at Meramec Bluffs. Brad has been working as an Administrator in long term care for more than 15 years. He has a bachelor’s degree in health care management with a minor in marketing from Maryville University. He also has an associates degree in business administration. Brad resides in the DeSoto area with his wife and two children.
Senior Living Counselor
ph 636.923.2308
LScherer@LSSLiving.org
Lauren Scherer, Senior Living Counselor at Meramec Bluffs, holds a bachelor’s degree from Southeast Missouri State University. She has more than 16 years of senior care experience, including 14 years as an Activity Therapist. Lauren joined LSS in 2005, and currently works in the Marketing Department. She and her husband are actively involved in their church and live in Barnhart with their three dogs, Buddy, Sugar, and Joshua.
Senior Living Counselor
ph 636.923.2308
MLinhares@LSSLiving.org
Mimi Linhares has been a Senior Living Counselor with Meramec Bluffs for the past four years. Her prior sales and marketing experience were in the executive suite field, where she leased and managed commercial office space, and in the Communications Department at St. Luke’s Hospital. Mimi has been married for 38 years to her husband, George, and they have five children and four grandchildren.
Dining
Dining Services Director
ph 636.923.0009, x2339
PHawkinson@LSSLiving.org
Patricia Hawkinson is currently the Dining Services Director at Meramec Bluffs. She began her career with LSS in 1991 at Laclede Groves, and she became involved with the preparation and planning of the Meramec Bluffs Campus and moved there in 2002. Patricia has an Associates Degree in Dietetic Technology and Clinical Nutrition. She is married to Michael, they live in Labadie Missouri and both have grown children and several beautiful grandchildren.
On-Site Dining
Residents in our patio homes and apartment residences can take advantage of our on-site dining options, or enjoy a meal with friends and family in the comfort of their own home.
Come Dine With Us!
Residents in our independent living apartments can enjoy lunch or dinner in our beautifully appointed dining rooms. We offer two different meal plans, which you can utilize in our dining room, grill room, market, or ice cream parlor.
Our residential care dining area provides buffet service for three meals a day, while our memory care and care center areas provide table service. Our attentive dining services staff is always ready to assist you!
Sample Dinner Menus
Our dining staff works to provide a variety of dishes to excite every palate. From home cooking to international cuisine, there’s always something new to try, and something familiar to savor.
Sunday
Sunday Brunch featuring Omelets to Order, Grill Ham, Blueberry Pancakes, Carved Roast Turkey Breast, Assorted Side Dishes and Salads, Fresh Fruits, Pastries and Beverages.
Monday
Beef Pepper Steak or Baked Sole with Lemon Sauce, with Rice Pilaf, Fresh Stir Fry Vegetables, Peas with Pearl Onions, Salad Bar, Bistro Dinner Roll, and Brownie ala Mode.
Tuesday
Beef Pot Roast and Vegetables or Polish Sausage & Sauerkraut, with Whipped Potatoes, French Style Green Beans, Salad Bar, and Coconut Crème Tart.
Wednesday
Spaghetti Bolognaise or Chicken Piccatta , with Oven Roasted Potato Wedges, Broccoli Spears with Lemon Butter, Candied Baby Carrots, Salad Bar, Garlic Bread Sticks, and Spumoni Ice Cream.
Thursday
Barbecued Baby Back Ribs or Turkey Cutlet with White Wine Sauce, with Baked Potatoes, Fresh Corn on the Cob, Green Bean Casserole, Salad Bar, Corn Muffins, and Peach Cobbler.
Friday
Stuffed Cod Filet or Orange Glazed Pork Tenderloin, with Escalloped Potatoes, Stewed Tomatoes, Fried Eggplant, Salad Bar, Homebaked Dinner Rolls, and Tiramisu.
Saturday
Baked Meatloaf with Mushroom Sauce or Chicken Parmesan, with Noodles Romanoff, Fresh Steamed Asparagus, Buttered Baby Beets, Salad Bar, French Bread, and Black Forest Cake.
Pastoral Care
Chaplain
ph 636.923.0009, x2427
GTruesdell@LSSLiving.org
Deaconess Gayle has been Chaplain here at Meramec Bluffs for nearly three years. She graduated from the University of Missouri-Kansas City with degrees in psychology and sociology, and from Concordia Seminary with a master’s degree
in Deaconess Studies in 2006. She joined the staff at Meramec Bluffs shortly thereafter. Deaconess Gayle is married and has seven children and five grandchildren.
Chaplain
ph 636.923.2338
KWeise@LSSLiving.org
Rev. Keith Weise has been Chaplain at Meramec Bluffs since July 2008. He served for three years as a parish pastor in Altenburg, Missouri, before joining LSS. He completed LSS’ Clinical Pastoral Education program in 2004, and graduated from Concordia Seminary, St. Louis in 2005. Chaplain Weise lives in Florissant with his wife, Deanne, and their two daughters, Ali and Abigail.
Chaplain Calendar
Sunday Worship Services
10:00 a.m., Chapel (Holy Communion every 1st and 3rd Sunday and Festivals)
Weekday Worship Services
11:00 a.m., every Monday, Residential Care Rosary, 1st floor, activities side room
9:00 a.m., Tuesdays during Advent and Lent, Matins, Chapel
3:30 p.m., every Tuesday, Care Center Rosary, Care Center Prayer Chapel
10:30 a.m., every Wednesday, Independent Living Rosary, meeting room 3
3:30 p.m., Wednesdays during Advent and Lent, Midweek Worship
11:00 a.m., every Thursday, Roman Catholic Communion Service, Chapel (Mass Celebrated on the last Thursday of each month)
11:30 a.m., every Thursday, Lunchtime Devotion, AL Memory Care Unit
9:00 a.m., Fridays during Advent and Lent, Matins, Chapel
10:45 a.m., every Friday, Hymn Sing, Chapel
Bible Study Groups
10:00 a.m., every Monday, Independent Living Bible Study, 5th floor Activities Room
9:30 a.m., every Tuesday, Independent Living Men’s Bible Study, meeting room 3
10:00 a.m., every Tuesday, Skilled Nursing Bible Class, 3rd floor (varying location)
9:45 a.m., every Thursday, Residential Care Bible Study, 1st floor, activities room
2:00 p.m., every Thursday, Independent Living Women’s Bible Study, meeting room 3
2:00 p.m., every Friday, Bible Story, 3rd Floor Skilled Care
Morning Song
10:30 a.m., every Mon./Wed./Fri., AL Memory Care Unit
11:00 a.m., every Mon./Wed./Fri., Mississippi Landing
Floor Plans
Here is a selection of the many floor plans that are available. Click on the images below for larger pictures.
A Tradition of Support
Lutheran Senior Services is a not-for-profit organization that is built on financial stability and sound stewardship. We invite you to share our mission of serving seniors at Meramec Bluffs by making a gift that will advance our Christian mission of honoring and cherishing those we serve. Your gift will be used to directly help people.
Make your legacy part of the Lutheran Senior Service legacy. Select a specific area for your gift or make a gift to the area of greatest need. You may give now, or contact our gift consultant for free and confidential advice about how your gift can help others.
Click here to make a donation online using our secure online system powered by E-Service.
For More Information, Call…
Director of Stewardship
ph 636.923.0009, x2315
MSpencer@LSSLiving.org
Maggy Spencer has been with LSS since 2003. Hired as Director of Marketing, she moved into Stewardship after several years. Her background includes twelve years in funeral service, specializing in prearranged and estate funeral plans. Prior to this she worked in the hospitality area, representing Kraft Foodservice, and later Angelica Uniform. Maggy’s focus has always been on exemplary customer service. She has a master’s degree from Webster University and a bachelor’s degree from Washington University. She is a licensed funeral director as well as licensed in insurance for health and life. She serves as Director of Stewardship for the Meramec Bluffs and Breeze Park communities.
Giving Opportunities
Benevolent Care
Contributions to our Benevolent Care Fund endow future financial assistance for residents who have exhausted their financial resources and are no longer able to afford service at their care level.
Good Samaritan
Good Samaritan donors support residents who are currently in need of additional funding to maintain their present level of care.
Christ Care
Donations to the Christ Care Fund help provide relief for Lutheran Senior Services staff members who are experiencing emergency financial needs.
Christian Artwork
Donors to the Christian Artwork fund help to purchase inspirational decorations for LSS communities, creating a feeling of home for our residents.
Clinical Pastoral Education
Funds donated to LSS’ CPE program help support future ministry workers as they train for specialized ministries related to pastoral care, counseling, and/or older adult ministry.
Good Neighbor Program
Funds donated to the Good Neighbor Program help to support volunteers who provide referral to independent caregivers who provide basic household tasks and/or non-medical personal care.
Affordable Housing
Donations to LSS’ Affordable Housing communities help provide housing and services for older adults with fewer economic resources.
Hospice Care
By giving to Hospice Care, donors assist this program in providing faith-based, end-of-life care that focuses not only on physical needs, but also on spiritual, emotional, and psychosocial health.
Outreach Social Services
Donations to the Outreach Social Services program help provide funds for the assessment of needs, resource identification and referral, and geriatric care management services.
Pastoral Care
Supporting Pastoral Care aids the efforts of our specially trained chaplains. The Pastoral Care team provides comfort and spiritual guidance our residents, families and staff.
Staff Scholarships
Donations to the staff scholarships assist with educational opportunities that keep staff throughout the Lutheran Senior Services organization current on the most advanced methods for caring for and supporting the senior lifestyle.
Volunteer Money Management
Supporting Volunteer Money Management provides funds for volunteers who assist seniors with day-to-day financial tasks.
Area of Greatest Need
Your unrestricted gift will go directly to the area of greatest need
