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Griswold Care Center Al
106 Harrison Street, Griswold, IA 51535
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Griswold Care Center Al Description
Griswold Care Center Al is a medium 20 bed community that offers assisted living, memory care, nursing care, respite care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation and is about 13.1 miles outside the small town of Atlantic, 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 8.6 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 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.
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Care Types at Community
This community offers the following types of care
Assisted Living
Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.
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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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Skilled Nursing
Skilled nursing provides 24/7 medical care and support by licensed professionals for seniors needing continuous healthcare assistance.
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Review Summary
The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.
Positive Feedback:
- Staff at Griswold Rehab Care Center are highly praised for treating residents like family, providing excellent care, and going above and beyond in their duties.
- The facility is described as clean, bright, and home-like, with a variety of activities and volunteer involvement enhancing the residents' experience.
- Communication between staff and families is highlighted as a strong point, ensuring peace of mind regarding the well-being and happiness of loved ones.
- Employees express a deep sense of fulfillment and pride in their work, emphasizing the caring and family-like atmosphere within the center.
- Residents enjoy a range of activities, including live music, devotions, and birthday parties, contributing to a vibrant community life.
Areas for Improvement:
- Some concerns were raised regarding the dietary department, specifically the lack of alternate meal options and issues with meal quality and customization.
- There were also mentions of needing improvements in the provision of certain amenities and the responsiveness to residents' medication-related needs.
Overall Impression:
Griswold Rehab Care Center is highly recommended by both families and staff for its exceptional care, welcoming atmosphere, and the strong sense of community. While there are areas for improvement, particularly in dietary services, the positive aspects significantly outweigh the negatives, making it a commendable choice for long-term care.
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Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Nursing Home Ratings
Overall rating: 1
Health inspection rating: 1
Staffing rating: 4
Quality measure rating: 2
Long-term quality measure rating:
2
Nursing Home Overview
Participation
date: Feb. 1, 1995
Ownership type: For Profit
Provider
type: Medicare and Medicaid
Nursing home capacity: 42
Total current residents: 33
Facility is located in a hospital: No
Special Focus Status Candidate: Yes
Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
Resident and family council: Both
Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines
Number of
facility
incidents: 0
Number of
substantiated complaints: 7
Number of payment denials: 0
Number of fines: 3
Total cost of fines: $47603
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe 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.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointHealth 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-07-14 | 2022-07-22 | 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. |
| 2022-07-14 | 2022-07-28 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2022-07-14 | 2022-07-19 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours. |
| 2022-07-14 | 2022-07-19 | F | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. |
| 2022-07-14 | 2022-07-29 | 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. |
| 2022-07-14 | 2022-07-18 | D | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. |
| 2022-07-14 | 2022-07-19 | D | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. |
| 2019-08-22 | 2019-08-23 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2019-08-22 | 2019-08-30 | D | Services Deficiencies | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. |
| 2019-08-22 | 2019-08-26 | F | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. |
| 2019-08-22 | 2019-08-26 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. |
| 2019-08-22 | 2019-08-29 | E | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. |
| 2019-08-22 | 2019-08-23 | D | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure precautions for handling oxygen cylinders and equipment are correctly followed. |
| 2018-05-09 | 2018-05-24 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Develop a communication plan. |
| 2018-05-09 | 2018-05-30 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Establish emergency prep training and testing. |
| 2018-05-09 | 2018-05-24 | E | Egress Deficiencies | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. |
| 2018-05-09 | 2018-05-23 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. |
| 2018-05-09 | 2018-05-22 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2018-05-09 | 2018-05-22 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. |
| 2018-05-09 | 2018-05-23 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-05-16 | 2023-06-26 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. |
| 2022-07-15 | 2022-08-08 | 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. |
| 2022-07-15 | 2022-08-08 | 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. |
| 2022-07-15 | 2022-08-08 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. |
| 2022-07-15 | 2022-08-08 | E | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. |
| 2022-07-15 | 2022-08-08 | F | Administration Deficiencies | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. |
| 2022-07-15 | 2022-08-08 | E | 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. |
| 2022-07-15 | 2022-08-08 | F | Administration Deficiencies | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. |
| 2022-07-15 | 2022-08-08 | F | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2022-07-15 | 2022-08-08 | F | Infection Control Deficiencies | Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home. |
| 2022-07-15 | 2022-08-08 | E | Infection Control Deficiencies | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. |
| 2022-07-15 | 2022-08-08 | D | Environmental Deficiencies | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. |
| 2022-07-15 | 2022-08-08 | L | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. |
| 2022-07-15 | 2022-08-08 | L | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. |
| 2022-07-15 | 2022-08-08 | D | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. |
| 2022-07-15 | 2022-08-08 | L | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. |
| 2022-07-15 | 2022-08-08 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. |
| 2022-04-07 | 2022-04-29 | 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. |
| 2022-04-07 | 2022-04-29 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. |
| 2022-04-07 | 2022-04-29 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. |
| 2022-04-07 | 2022-04-29 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. |
| 2022-04-07 | 2022-04-29 | D | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2019-08-15 | 2019-09-17 | 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. |
| 2019-08-15 | 2019-09-17 | 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. |
| 2019-08-15 | 2019-09-17 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months. |
| 2019-08-15 | 2019-09-17 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. |
| 2019-08-15 | 2019-09-17 | 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. |
| 2019-08-15 | 2019-09-17 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. |
| 2019-08-15 | 2019-09-17 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. |
| 2019-08-15 | 2019-09-17 | 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. |
| 2019-08-15 | 2019-09-17 | 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. |
| 2019-08-15 | 2019-09-17 | 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. |
| 2019-08-15 | 2019-09-17 | 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. |
| 2019-08-15 | 2019-09-17 | D | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2020-11-03 | 2020-12-22 | E | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2018-05-03 | 2018-05-30 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. |
| 2018-05-03 | 2018-05-30 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities |
| 2018-05-03 | 2018-05-30 | 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. |
| 2018-05-03 | 2018-05-30 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. |
| 2018-05-03 | 2018-05-30 | D | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
Fines
| Fine Date | Fine Amount |
|---|---|
| 2020-11-03 | $9,750 |
| 2022-04-07 | $9,750 |
| 2022-07-15 | $28,103 |
What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is Atlantic which is 13.1 miles away and has a population of 6,833 (very small town).
- The average income is $59,311, which is average compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- High Temperature: 76
- Low Temperature: 22
- Average Temperature: 52.2
- Day Breakdown: The area gets 119 days of rain, 38 days of snow and 207 days of sun
- Precipitation: 1.5 inches a year
- The average life expectancy in zip code is 77.62 years old, which is average compared to other zip codes.
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Supermarkets
Fareway
13.3 miles awayWalmart Supercenter
13.7 miles awayHy-Vee
13.8 miles awayNone Found
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Hospitals
Cass County Memorial Hospital
13.4 miles awayMontgomery County Memorial Hospital
14.9 miles awayPharmacies
Hy-Vee Pharmacy
15.9 miles awayDentists
Family Dental Center
13.3 miles awayAtlantic Dental Center
13.6 miles awaySouthwest Orthodontic Associates Center
16.4 miles awayDental Care of Red Oak
16.4 miles awayParks
Dream Playground
0.3 miles awayGriswold Park
0.4 miles awayCocklin Fish Farm
1.1 miles awayCold Springs State Park
4.3 miles awayHitchcock Park
4.5 miles awayNone Found
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Culture
Walnut County Opera House
17.2 miles awaySwedish Heritage and Cultural Center
17.6 miles awayRestaurants
Weitzel's
13.9 miles awayThe Embers Restaurant And Lounge
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