Hammond Center for Assisted Living
The Hammond Center for Assisted Living is a 38-bed facility located at 907 Orchard Drive in Grinnell, Iowa. Operating as part of the St. Francis Manor Life Plan Community, the facility serves a multi-county region under a license active through July 2026. Current reports indicate a census of 20 residents, representing a 53% occupancy rate. The location is highly accessible, with a Walk Score of 82, allowing residents to reach Grinnell’s downtown amenities and medical offices on foot.
State monitoring records from the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing show an unblemished regulatory history. Since its establishment in 2019, the community has maintained a citations-per-inspection rate of zero. The most recent survey in October 2025 resulted in no deficiencies, a result consistent with its previous major reviews in 2019 and 2023. No fines, enforcement actions, or substantiated complaints have been documented during the facility’s seven years of operation.
Clinical care is provided by 24-hour on-site nursing and personal care staff. Services include medication management and customized assistance with daily activities, with residents having priority access to the broader campus’s skilled nursing and rehabilitation units. The care model emphasizes integrated health monitoring within its 20 spacious apartments, supported by professional management and RN oversight.
The residential environment features diverse common areas, including a fitness center, a theater, a pool table, and an indoor walking track. All-inclusive monthly costs cover three meals a day, housekeeping, and local transportation services. Social programming is designed to foster community engagement, taking advantage of the facility’s location in an active college town.
Interested individuals seeking a small-scale community with a perfect regulatory record and high walkability may find this setting appropriate. Families should verify the current availability of specific apartment layouts and confirm the coordination process for transitioning to higher levels of care on the St. Francis Manor campus before making a final decision.
About this community
Occupancy
Hammond Center for Assisted Living is administered by Dion Schrack.
Inspection History
In Iowa, the Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing conducts unannounced health and safety surveys to monitor compliance and protect residents in long-term care settings.
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Iowa state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2019 vs. Iowa state average• Total deficiencies (100% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 0 | 27 | This facility has 100% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Iowa nursing home (0 vs. IA avg 27).↓ 100% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
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Total inspections
| 3 | 15 | This facility has had 80% fewer total inspections than the Iowa average (3 vs. IA avg 15). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 80% fewer |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hammond Center for Assisted Living
What neighborhood is Hammond Center for Assisted Living in?
Hammond Center for Assisted Living is in the Grant Township neighborhood of Grinnell.
Is Hammond Center for Assisted Living in a walkable area?
Hammond Center for Assisted Living has a walk score of 82. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
What is the license number of Hammond Center for Assisted Living?
According to IA state health department records, Hammond Center for Assisted Living's license number is S0402.
When does Hammond Center for Assisted Living's license expire?
According to IA state health department records, Hammond Center for Assisted Living's license expires on February 19, 2027.
What is the occupancy rate at Hammond Center for Assisted Living?
Hammond Center for Assisted Living's occupancy is 53%.
How long has Hammond Center for Assisted Living been in business?
Hammond Center for Assisted Living has been operating for approximately 7 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Hammond Center for Assisted Living?
No, Hammond Center for Assisted Living has a no-pet policy.
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