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50009 (2) (0.42 mi)
50327 (2) (4.5 mi)
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  • USA Healthcare--Urbandale

    Distance: 12.83 mi
    4614 84th St
    Urbandale, IA 50322
  • Williams- Winifred

    Distance: 12.83 mi
    4647 Lockner Dr
    Urbandale, IA 50322
  • HCR ManorCare 260 Points

    HCR ManorCare

    ManorCare Health Services
    Distance: 13.55 mi
    5010 Grand Ridge Dr
    West Des Moines, IA 50265
  • 100 Points

    Arbor Springs

    Distance: 13.55 mi
    7951 Ep True Pkwy
    West Des Moines, IA 50266
  • 90 Points

    Fountain West Health Center

    Distance: 13.55 mi
    1501 Office Park Rd
    West Des Moines, IA 50265
  • Deerfield Retirement Community Inc

    Distance: 13.69 mi
    2220 Woodlands Parkway
    Clive, IA 50325
  • Centers for Long Term Care--Polk City

    Distance: 15.53 mi
    1002 W Washington
    Polk City, IA 50226
  • Norwalk Healthcare Ctr

    Distance: 16.07 mi
    921 Sunset Dr
    Norwalk, IA 50211
  • -50 Points

    Regency Care Center

    Distance: 16.07 mi
    815 High Rd, Box 279
    Norwalk, IA 50211
  • 100 Points

    Westview of Indianola Care Ctr

    Distance: 20.34 mi
    1900 W 3rd Pl
    Indianola, IA 50125
  • 20 Points

    Legacy House Llc

    Distance: 20.34 mi
    207 East Salem Avenue
    Indianola, IA 50125
  • 10 Points

    The Village

    Distance: 20.34 mi
    1203 North E St
    Indianola, IA 50125
  • Good Samaritan Center

    Distance: 20.34 mi
    708 S Jefferson St, Box 319
    Indianola, IA 50125
  • Shirlee's Retirement Home

    Distance: 20.34 mi
    1302 East 2nd Avenue
    Indianola, IA 50125
  • Wesley The Village

    Distance: 20.34 mi
    1203 North E Street Ofc
    Indianola, IA 50125
  • -10 Points

    Westview of Indianola

    Distance: 20.34 mi
    1900 W 3rd Pl
    Indianola, IA 50125
  • Windsor Manor

    Distance: 20.34 mi
    608 South 15th Street Apt 404
    Indianola, IA 50125
  • Baxter Health Care Center

    Distance: 20.45 mi
    407 S East Ave
    Baxter, IA 50028
  • Pleasant Care Living Center

    Distance: 20.5 mi
    909 N State St
    Pleasantville, IA 50225
  • Pleasant Care Living Ctr

    Distance: 20.5 mi
    N State St
    Pleasantville, IA 50225
  • 20 Points

    Careage of Newton

    Distance: 21.84 mi
    2130 W 18th St
    Newton, IA 50208
  • 10 Points

    Heritage Manor Care Center

    Distance: 21.84 mi
    1743 S 8th Ave E
    Newton, IA 50208
  • 10 Points

    Park Centre

    Distance: 21.84 mi
    500 First St N
    Newton, IA 50208
  • Careage of Newton

    Distance: 21.84 mi
    2130 W 18th St S
    Newton, IA 50208
  • Integrated Health Services of Jasper County

    Distance: 21.84 mi
    5245 Liberty Ave
    Newton, IA 50208
  • Nelson Manor

    Distance: 21.84 mi
    1500 1st Ave E
    Newton, IA 50208
  • Newton Health Care Ctr

    Distance: 21.84 mi
    200 S 8th Ave E
    Newton, IA 50208
  • USA Healthcare--Newton

    Distance: 21.84 mi
    200 S 8th Ave E
    Newton, IA 50208
  • Wesley Park Centre

    Distance: 21.84 mi
    500 1st Street North
    Newton, IA 50208
  • Madrid Home for the Aging

    Distance: 24.48 mi
    613 W North St
    Madrid, IA 50156
  • USA Health Care Ctr-Woodward

    Distance: 27.77 mi
    706 Cedar Ave
    Woodward, IA 50276
  • USA Healthcare--Woodward

    Distance: 27.77 mi
    706 Cedar Ave
    Woodward, IA 50276
  • West Ridge Specialty Care
    350 Points

    West Ridge Specialty Care

    West Ridge Specialty Care
    Distance: 28.93 mi
    1201 W Jackson St
    Knoxville, IA 50138
  • County Care Facility

    Distance: 28.93 mi
    Newbold St
    Knoxville, IA 50138
  • Granger Manor Care Ctr

    Distance: 28.93 mi
    Kennedy St
    Knoxville, IA 50138
  • Griffin Nursing Center

    Distance: 28.93 mi
    606 N 7th St
    Knoxville, IA 50138
  • Knoxville Rest Home

    Distance: 28.93 mi
    N Iowa St
    Knoxville, IA 50138
  • Westridge Manor Nursing Home

    Distance: 28.93 mi
    W Jackson St
    Knoxville, IA 50138

Nursing Home Info

Nursing Home Summary:
A nursing home is a long-term care facility that offers around the clock nursing care for individuals with chronic illness or injury who are unable to care for themselves in an independent manner. Nursing homes house those who are elderly and unable to continue caring for themselves, as well as individuals of all ages who have chronic health concerns or permanent physical or mental disabilities that prevent them from being able to care for themselves. A nursing home may also be referred to as a nursing facility, skilled nursing, nursing center, convalescent home, retirement home, assisted living, elderly home, rehabilitation center, rehab center, eldercare, Alzheimer care and/or rest home.

Nursing Home Conditions Treated:


While nursing homes do not treat medical conditions in the same way that physicians and hospital facilities do, the medical staff does provide monitoring and care for those with chronic illness, severe injuries, physical disabilities, developmental disabilities, and mental disabilities. The assistants in nursing homes also provide daily care and personal services to those residents who cannot complete these tasks without assistance.

Nursing Home Specialties:


There are a variety of treatment modalities used in nursing homes, with the majority of care being provided by a nursing staff and nursing assistants. The nursing home may lean more toward task-oriented care or resident-oriented care or somewhere in between the two approaches. There are basically three common types of nursing care facilities in the United States, including Intermediate Care Facilities, Assisted Living Facilities, and Skilled Nursing Facilities.

Nursing Home Procedures and Treatments:


The staff in nursing homes help to provide custodial care for their residents. They help with those who need assistance for bathing, grooming, dressing, and eating. Nursing staff gives oversight to distribution of treatments including prescribed and over-the-counter medications. Some additional treatments provided in a nursing home setting involve occupational therapy, physical therapy, and providing transportation to medical appointments.

Nursing Home Details:


Each state performs inspections on nursing homes to be sure they meet specific certification requirements. The designated inspection agency in each state is responsible for licensing and certification of nursing homes. Depending on the type of facility, the state may have the final say on certification, or the result of the inspection may be sent to a regional office where the final decision will be made. There is also inspection performed at the federal level, especially for those facilities that are publicly funded or receive payments from Medicare and Medicaid. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services is also responsible for inspections, certification, and licensing in these cases.


Nursing Home FAQs:

Aren't nursing homes for older people?
While nursing homes do provide care for elderly residents, they also provide care for people of all ages who have chronic illnesses or disabilities that require around the clock medical care or help with custodial care issues.

Aren't nursing homes expensive?
Like other care providers, nursing home costs vary depending on the type of facility. While private facilities may cost more than state facilities, both types of facilities typically take different types of insurance payments as well. Help is available for those with low income.

How do I know when it is time to consider a nursing home or assisted living center?
The decision to consider assisted living or skilled nursing typically depends on the availability and willingness of family to meet the needs of the person in care. When the care requirements of someone become too impractical for family, then it is time to seriously consider assisted living or nursing care. When an individual has mental or physical disabilities that make it unsafe to be without 24 hour care and supervision, then an assisted living center should be considered. When an individual has serious health issues requiring 24 hour nursing, then a facility with skilled nursing available should be considered.

How can I make sure the nursing home provides the level of care I need?
Call the nursing home before-hand. Ask to talk to the head nurse. Ask if they they provide skilled or custodial care. Ask if a bed is available. It is a good idea to print this nursing home checklist and simply run through the list of questions on the phone.

How do I know if a nursing home is Medicare or Medicaid-certified?
The easiest way to find out is to find a local nursing home in the Wellness.com directory and call them to confirm.

How do I find the best nursing home in my area?
Every nursing home is different. It is recommended that you invest enough time to find the best nursing home that fits within your budget. Doing complete reference checks and spending time in the facility before committing is the best way to do research.


Nursing Home Related Terms:
nursing home, retirement home, disability, elderly, aging, assisted living, skilled nursing, nursing facility, nursing center, convalescent home, elderly home, rehabilitation center, rehab center, eldercare, Alzheimer care and/or rest home