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Good Samaritan Society - Forest City

606 South Seventh Street, Forest City, IA 50436

Nursing Home Rehabilitation
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Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $6,745

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $6,706
  • Average State Price: $7,379
  • Average National Price: $7,508


  • Good Samaritan Society - Forest City Description

    Good Samaritan Society - Forest City is a community that offers nursing care and rehabilitation and is about 15.6 miles outside the small town of Clear Lake, 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 highest rated community in the city. See more information on reviews.

    The Nursing Home at this community has a 2 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.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Nursing Home

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    7.3
    Good Samaritan Society - Forest City
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    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 2 out of 2 communities in Forest City
  • Ranking in State: 440 out of 578 communities in IA


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    Health

    Rehabilitation Therapy

    Inpatient Rehab

    Outpatient Rehab

    Long-term Care

    Inpatient Rehabilitation

    Outpatient Rehabilitation


    Activities

    Daily Activities

    Reading


    Community Amenities

    Lawn Maintenance

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    Transportation

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    Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Nursing Home Ratings

    Overall rating: 2
    Health inspection rating: 2
    Staffing rating: 4
    Quality measure rating: 4
    Long-term quality measure rating: 4


    Nursing Home Overview

    Participation date: April 1, 1994
    Ownership type: Non Profit
    Provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
    Nursing home capacity: 56
    Total current residents: 38
    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: 1
    Number of substantiated complaints: 3
    Number of payment denials: 0
    Number of fines: 0
    Total cost of fines: $0


    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
    2022-02-16 2022-03-01 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.
    2022-02-16 2022-02-25 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Establish policies and procedures for volunteers.
    2022-02-16 2022-02-25 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Implement emergency and standby power systems.
    2022-02-16 2022-03-02 F Construction Deficiencies Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation.
    2022-02-16 2022-02-18 E 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.
    2022-02-16 2022-03-16 D Egress Deficiencies Have exits that are accessible at all times.
    2022-02-16 2022-03-16 F Egress Deficiencies Install proper backup exit lighting.
    2022-02-16 2022-03-16 E Egress Deficiencies Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
    2022-02-16 2022-03-16 E Smoke Deficiencies Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
    2022-02-16 2022-03-01 F Smoke Deficiencies Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
    2022-02-16 2022-03-16 F Smoke Deficiencies Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
    2022-02-16 2022-03-16 F Smoke Deficiencies Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.
    2022-02-16 2022-03-16 F Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2022-02-16 2022-02-25 F Smoke Deficiencies Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
    2022-02-16 2022-03-16 E Smoke Deficiencies Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
    2022-02-16 2022-03-16 E Smoke Deficiencies Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
    2022-02-16 2022-03-16 F Miscellaneous Deficiencies Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
    2022-02-16 2022-02-17 F Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
    2019-10-14 2019-11-13 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Establish policies and procedures for volunteers.
    2019-10-14 2019-11-13 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.
    2019-10-14 2019-11-13 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Provide primary/alternate means for communication.
    2019-10-14 2019-11-13 F Egress Deficiencies Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
    2019-10-14 2019-11-13 F Smoke Deficiencies Have a fire alarm with audible and visual signals that transmits the alarm automatically to notify emergency forces in event of fire.
    2019-10-14 2019-11-13 E Smoke Deficiencies Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
    2019-10-14 2019-11-13 E Services Deficiencies Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
    2019-10-14 2019-11-13 F Miscellaneous Deficiencies Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
    2019-10-14 2019-11-13 F Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
    2019-10-14 2019-11-13 F Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
    2018-07-31 2018-08-01 D Egress Deficiencies Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
    2018-07-31 2018-08-07 D Egress Deficiencies Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
    2018-07-31 2018-08-27 F Smoke Deficiencies Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
    2018-07-31 2018-08-31 D Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2018-07-31 2018-08-14 F Smoke Deficiencies Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.
    2018-07-31 2018-08-07 E Smoke Deficiencies Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
    2018-07-31 2018-08-07 F Miscellaneous Deficiencies Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
    2018-07-31 2018-08-09 F Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

    Health Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2023-04-25 2023-05-09 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
    2023-04-25 2023-05-09 G Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    2022-02-10 2022-03-09 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.
    2022-02-10 2022-03-09 E Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
    2022-02-10 2022-03-09 B Administration Deficiencies Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.
    2019-10-10 2019-11-06 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.
    2019-10-10 2019-11-06 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
    2019-10-10 2019-11-06 D 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.
    2019-10-10 2019-11-06 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
    2019-10-10 2019-11-06 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
    2019-10-10 2019-11-06 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
    2019-10-10 2019-11-06 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
    2019-10-10 2019-11-06 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
    2019-10-10 2019-11-06 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    2019-10-10 2019-11-06 E Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
    2019-10-10 2019-11-06 E 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.
    2019-10-10 2019-11-06 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.
    2019-10-10 2019-11-06 C Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies Post nurse staffing information every day.
    2019-10-10 2019-11-06 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
    2019-10-10 2019-11-06 D Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    2019-10-10 2019-11-06 D Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2018-07-26 2018-08-21 B Administration Deficiencies Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
    2018-07-26 2018-08-21 E Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Fines

    Fine Date Fine Amount
    2019-06-18 $21,232
    2020-06-17 $9,750

    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Clear Lake which is 15.6 miles away and has a population of 7,590 (very small town).
    • The average income is $66,383, which is high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 73
      • Low Temperature: 17
      • Average Temperature: 47.8
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 120 days of rain, 61 days of snow and 182 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 1.9 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 80.63 years old, which is very high compared to other zip codes.

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    Supermarkets

    Forest City Foods
    0.6 miles away
    Bill's Family Foods
    0.7 miles away
    Larson's Mercantile
    15.6 miles away
    Johnson Food Center
    17.8 miles away
    Walmart Supercenter
    20.6 miles away

    Transportation

    Lady of the Lake
    15.5 miles away

    None Found

    Banks

    Farmers Trust and Savings Bank
    17.7 miles away
    Farmer's Trust and Savings Bank
    17.7 miles away
    Clear Lake Bank and Trust
    21.4 miles away
    Wells Fargo
    22.5 miles away

    Hospitals

    Hancock County Memorial Hospital
    13.8 miles away
    North Iowa Mercy Health Center - West Campus
    20.2 miles away
    MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center
    22.5 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Hy-Vee Pharmacy
    21.9 miles away

    Dentists

    Wilson Dental Center
    0.4 miles away
    Lake Mills Family Dental
    12.4 miles away
    Burgmeier Dentistry
    21.4 miles away

    Parks

    Merrick City Park
    0.3 miles away
    Pammel Park
    0.4 miles away
    Eastwoods Park
    0.5 miles away
    Rotary-Westgate Park
    0.6 miles away
    Thomas Bearse Park
    0.7 miles away

    None Found

    Shopping

    Willowbrook Mall
    22.3 miles away

    Culture

    Odvin Hagen Music Center
    0.3 miles away
    Surf Ballroom and Museum
    15.1 miles away
    Clear Lake Bandshell
    15.5 miles away

    Restaurants

    Scoopy Doo's Ice Cream & More
    0.4 miles away
    Bear Creek Restaurant
    0.6 miles away
    The Lodge
    0.6 miles away
    The Branding Iron
    10.1 miles away
    Rice Lake Country Club
    11.2 miles away

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