Sprenger Health Care Anchor Lodge Retirement Village, located in Lorain, Ohio, is a senior living community offering nursing home care as its primary service, with additional assisted living services available. The facility accommodates up to 105 residents and is certified by Medicare and Medicaid, participating in Medicare since July 1, 1994. Anchor Lodge provides both long-term and short-term care options, including skilled nursing, memory care for residents with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, rehabilitation, and respite care. The care team includes licensed nurses and support staff who offer assistance with activities of daily living such as full assistance with bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. Medical services include cardiac care, pulmonary rehabilitation, wound and ostomy care, pain management, incontinence and ambulatory care, diabetes care, oxygen therapy, arthritis management, and hospice services. Residents also have access to dental care, podiatry, audiology, pharmacy support, and physical, occupational, and speech therapies, as well as wellness checks and a mental wellness program addressing depression, headaches, and other concerns.

Specialty therapy programs are available, including care for stroke recovery, carpal tunnel syndrome, and pulmonary conditions, with dedicated therapy rooms and support from a range of healthcare professionals. Memory care, continuing care, and family or resident counseling programs are also in place to support residents through transitions and ongoing health needs. The facility maintains partnerships with local medical centers, including Alton Memorial Hospital and Saint Louis University Hospital, for more advanced medical requirements. Multilingual support is offered, with care teams able to assist residents who speak English, Spanish, German, French, Chinese, or Vietnamese. Amenities within Anchor Lodge include an on-site barber and beauty salon, laundry and dry-cleaning services, social clubs and community activities, and public spaces for group gatherings. Electronic medication administration records and Care Innovations Quietcare technology support medication tracking and resident safety. Additional services such as a yoga program and therapy rooms contribute to the wellness options available.

Transportation services at Anchor Lodge include complimentary transportation for residents to medical appointments or community programming, as well as transportation available at cost for non-medical purposes, such as shopping or personal errands. This ensures that residents can reliably access off-site healthcare providers and engage in community activities, promoting ongoing mobility and independence.

Resident and family feedback indicates that many find the staff to be compassionate, respectful, and supportive, fostering a community-oriented environment with a range of activities and a clean facility. Physical therapy services frequently receive positive remarks, and management is often commended for keeping families well-informed, even when relatives are geographically distant. However, some reviews report negative experiences, including delayed responses to call lights, lapses in care, low staffing—sometimes cited as a post-pandemic issue—concerns about food quality, and occasional poor communication. These reports suggest variability in service consistency and care, with isolated instances of resident needs not being met promptly or adequately. Prospective residents and families are encouraged to review these insights in assessing the suitability of Anchor Lodge for their particular needs.

Costs at this community start at $1,942 and range up to $7,878. The average price in the community is $4,910, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,096. The cost of nursing homes in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.