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Bethany Lutheran Home

Seven Elliott Street, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

Memory Care Nursing Home Rehabilitation
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Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $5,322

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $5,316
  • Average State Price: $5,576
  • Average National Price: $5,673


  • Bethany Lutheran Home Description

    Bethany Lutheran Home is a community that offers memory care, nursing care and rehabilitation and is located in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 7.1 out of 10 making it the 12th highest rated community in the city out of 16 communities. See more information on reviews.

    The Nursing Home at this community has a 1 star rating out of 5 stars from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. To see more information from CMS you can check out the report here.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Memory Care

    Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.

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    Nursing Home

    Nursing Homes provide a nurturing environment offering round-the-clock care, personalized support, and community activities for seniors needing assistance with daily living.

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    Community Reviews

    7.3
    Bethany Lutheran Home
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 22 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 11 out of 16 communities in Council Bluffs
  • Ranking in State: 448 out of 578 communities in IA
  • Care B

    Staff B



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Positive Reviews:

    • Many families express gratitude for the care provided to their loved ones, highlighting the facility's ability to make residents feel appreciated and well-cared for.
    • Some reviewers specifically recommend the facility for anyone looking for a place for their family members, praising the open visitation policy and the overall care provided.
    • Employees and residents alike commend the facility for its quality, including the excellent physical therapy staff, nursing care, and the variety and quality of food offered.

    Negative Reviews:

    • Several reviews raise concerns about the facility's responsiveness and staff attitude, with reports of long wait times for assistance and unprofessional behavior from staff.
    • There are serious complaints regarding the medical care provided, including lack of access to doctors, inadequate pain management, and a case where a resident's health significantly deteriorated due to alleged neglect.
    • Some reviewers report administrative issues, including threats of legal action against families trying to move their relatives out of the facility, and concerns about cleanliness and patient hygiene.
    • Customer service and staff demeanor, particularly from the office personnel, have been criticized as being rude and unhelpful.

    Overall:

    The facility has received mixed reviews, with some praising the care and environment, while others raise significant concerns about the quality of medical care, staff behavior, and administrative practices. Prospective residents and their families are advised to consider these reviews carefully.


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    Health

    Skilled Services

    Occupational Therapy

    Physical Therapy

    Speech Therapy

    IV Treatments

    Wound Care


    Services

    Dressing

    Pharmacy

    Long-Term Care

    Ambulation

    Daily Activities

    Home Health Care


    Activities

    Specialized Activities

    Continuously Engaged in Social and Physical Activities

    Group Activities

    Special Outings

    Education Programs


    Community Amenities

    24/7 Visiting Schedule

    Consistent Assignment of Staff

    Understand Self-Concept and Implement Reassurance of Residents

    Staff Focus on Resident Abilities


    Room Amenities

    Secured Unit

    Low Stimulus Surroundings

    Whirlpool

    Hair Salon

    Secured Outdoor Courtyard


    Dining

    Dining

    Lounge

    Snacks

    Cooking Classes

    Kitchen


    Transportation

    Transportation Services



    Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Nursing Home Ratings

    Overall rating: 1
    Health inspection rating: 1
    Staffing rating: 3
    Quality measure rating: 1
    Long-term quality measure rating: 1
    Short-term quality measure rating: 2


    Nursing Home Overview

    Participation date: Nov. 1, 2003
    Ownership type: Non Profit
    Provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
    Nursing home capacity: 121
    Total current residents: 82
    Facility is located in a hospital: No
    Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
    Resident and family council: Resident


    Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines

    Number of facility incidents: 10
    Number of substantiated complaints: 46
    Number of payment denials: 1
    Number of fines: 5
    Total cost of fines: $98261


    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services gather information about the number of hours of care provided on average to each resident each day by staff as well as the turnover of staff.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.

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    Health and Fire Safety Deficiencies

    The Center for Medicare and Medicaid report health and fire safety deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies are more severe than others. The following table shows different levels of severity.

    Scope
    Severity of Deficiency Isolated Pattern Widespread
    Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety J K L
    Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy G H I
    No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy D E F
    No actual harm with potential for minimal harm A B C

    Fire Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2022-06-10 2022-06-20 F Smoke Deficiencies Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.
    2022-06-10 2022-06-10 E Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2022-06-10 2022-06-20 F Smoke Deficiencies Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.
    2022-06-10 2022-06-20 F Miscellaneous Deficiencies Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
    2022-06-10 2022-06-20 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Meet requirements for the use and maintenance of medical gas equipment.
    2020-02-18 2020-03-18 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.
    2020-02-18 2020-03-24 D Smoke Deficiencies Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
    2020-02-18 2020-03-02 E Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2020-02-18 2020-03-02 E Smoke Deficiencies Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
    2020-02-18 2020-02-25 F Miscellaneous Deficiencies Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
    2020-02-18 2020-03-02 E Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
    2018-12-18 2019-01-18 F Egress Deficiencies Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
    2018-12-18 2019-01-18 F Smoke Deficiencies Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.
    2018-12-18 2019-01-18 F Miscellaneous Deficiencies Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
    2018-12-18 2019-01-18 F Miscellaneous Deficiencies To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
    2018-12-18 2019-01-18 F Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
    2018-12-18 2019-01-18 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Meet requirements for the use and maintenance of medical gas equipment.
    2018-12-18 2019-01-18 E Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

    Health Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2023-03-08 2023-04-06 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    2023-03-08 2023-04-06 D Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
    2023-03-08 2023-04-06 D Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
    2023-03-08 2023-04-06 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
    2023-03-08 2023-04-06 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    2023-03-08 2023-04-06 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    2022-12-08 2022-12-21 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
    2022-12-08 2022-12-21 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
    2022-12-08 2022-12-21 J Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
    2022-10-17 2022-12-21 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
    2022-10-17 2022-12-21 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
    2022-10-17 2022-12-21 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    2022-10-17 2022-12-21 D Nursing 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.
    2022-06-09 2022-07-12 E Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
    2022-06-09 2022-07-12 E Resident Rights Deficiencies Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
    2022-06-09 2022-07-12 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
    2022-06-09 2022-07-12 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
    2022-06-09 2022-07-12 F Infection Control Deficiencies Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
    2022-06-09 2022-07-12 D Environmental Deficiencies Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame.
    2022-06-23 2022-07-12 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    2022-06-23 2022-07-12 E Nursing 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.
    2022-06-23 2022-07-12 E Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2022-04-19 2022-05-09 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
    2022-04-19 2022-05-09 D Nursing 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.
    2021-12-01 2022-01-13 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    2021-12-01 2022-03-01 E Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
    2021-12-01 2022-03-01 J Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    2020-02-17 2020-03-17 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
    2020-02-17 2020-03-17 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
    2020-02-17 2020-03-17 D Resident 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.
    2020-02-17 2020-03-17 D Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies Not hire anyone with a finding of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or theft.
    2020-02-17 2020-03-17 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
    2020-02-17 2020-03-17 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
    2020-02-17 2020-03-17 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
    2020-02-17 2020-03-17 B Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
    2020-02-17 2020-03-17 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
    2020-02-17 2020-03-17 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    2020-02-17 2020-03-17 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    2020-02-17 2020-03-17 E Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2020-12-01 2021-01-08 D Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2018-12-13 2019-01-13 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    2018-12-13 2019-01-13 B Resident Rights Deficiencies Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
    2018-12-13 2019-01-13 B Resident Rights Deficiencies Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
    2018-12-13 2019-01-13 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
    2018-12-13 2019-01-13 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    2018-12-13 2019-01-13 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
    2018-12-13 2019-01-13 E Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Fines

    Fine Date Fine Amount
    2017-08-24 $8,775
    2020-12-01 $15,000
    2021-11-15 $650
    2021-12-01 $10,708
    2022-06-09 $15,000
    2022-06-09 $9,750
    2022-06-09 $9,915
    2022-10-17 $62,153

    Denials

    Denial Date Payment Denial Days
    2021-12-01 63

    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Council Bluffs which is 1.7 miles away and has a population of 62,597 (large town).
    • The average income is $74,668, which is high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 77
      • Low Temperature: 24
      • Average Temperature: 53.3
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 119 days of rain, 40 days of snow and 204 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 1.8 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 6.52 per 100 people which is high compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 1.42 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 3.74 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.79 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 78.57 years old, which is average compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 83.0, Moderate Days 7.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 0.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Fareway
    0.9 miles away
    Walmart Supercenter
    1.6 miles away
    Latino Market
    1.8 miles away
    Hy-Vee
    2.4 miles away
    No Frills Supermarket
    2.6 miles away

    Transportation

    Omaha
    5.1 miles away

    Bus Stations

    18th & W Broadway
    2.1 miles away
    20th & W Broadway
    2.2 miles away
    Rental Car Shuttle
    3.6 miles away
    W Broadway & 35th St
    3.6 miles away
    Bob Kerry Pedestrian Bridge Omaha
    4.7 miles away

    Banks

    American National Bank
    2.0 miles away
    United Credit Union
    2.2 miles away
    Council Bluffs Savings Bank
    2.3 miles away
    Veridian Credit Union
    2.3 miles away
    U.S. Bank
    2.3 miles away

    Hospitals

    Loess Hills Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
    0.6 miles away
    CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs
    0.6 miles away
    Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital
    0.6 miles away
    Amelia House
    2.4 miles away
    CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center - University Campus
    5.8 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Walgreens
    0.9 miles away
    Hy-Vee Pharmacy
    2.4 miles away
    Ed's Rexall
    5.7 miles away
    Graney Jessie L
    7.6 miles away
    Nebraska Medicine Pharmacy at Durham Outpatient Center
    7.6 miles away

    Dentists

    Stuntz Family Dentistry
    2.6 miles away
    Omni Dental Centre
    2.7 miles away
    Broadway Family & Cosmetic Dentistry
    2.8 miles away
    Associate Dentists
    4.0 miles away
    New Image Dentistry
    4.2 miles away

    Parks

    Kimball Park
    0.3 miles away
    Prospect Park
    0.7 miles away
    Fairview Cemetery Park
    0.8 miles away
    Kinsman Monument
    0.8 miles away
    Kanesville Park
    0.9 miles away

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    Shopping

    Center Mall
    7.6 miles away
    Mid Star Lab, Inc.
    7.7 miles away
    Hamilton Club
    7.7 miles away
    Southroads Technology Park
    8.3 miles away
    Wolf Creek plaza
    9.8 miles away

    Culture

    Old Market Artists Gallery
    5.1 miles away
    Holland Center For Performing Arts
    5.1 miles away
    KANEKO
    5.2 miles away
    Creighton Orpheum Theater
    5.4 miles away
    The Backline
    5.5 miles away

    Restaurants

    Christy Creme
    0.7 miles away
    Jimmy John's
    1.0 miles away
    Taco Smell
    1.0 miles away
    Boxer Barbecue
    1.7 miles away
    Railway Inn
    1.8 miles away

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