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Calvin Community
Calvin Community is a 59-bed healthcare campus located at 4210 Hickman Road in the Beaverdale neighborhood of Des Moines, Iowa. Operated as a faith-based voluntary nonprofit, the facility provides a continuum of care including independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing. The community currently maintains a high occupancy rate of 93% with 55 residents, exceeding the Iowa state average of 75.4%. With a Walk Score of 61, the location is ranked among the more accessible facilities in the state, situated approximately 0.3 miles from the nearest hospital.
State and federal monitoring data show the facility holds a 5-star overall CMS rating, performing 53.8% above the Iowa average. A January 2026 recertification survey for the assisted living program resulted in a citations-per-inspection rate of zero. While the broader campus has recorded 24 deficiencies since 2020—primarily involving care planning and food safety—it maintains an annual deficiency average 11% below the state benchmark and has no “immediate jeopardy” citations on record. Two historical fines totaling $26,000 were documented, which is 45% lower than the state average for total penalties.
Professional care is supported by 5 hours and 44 minutes of nursing time per resident daily, a level that is 30% higher than the Iowa average. Clinical staffing is particularly strong in rehabilitation, with physical therapy hours 200% above state benchmarks. Quality measures show high performance in safety, with major injury falls 83% better and antipsychotic medication use 58% better than state averages. However, long-stay data indicate a trend where residents’ need for assistance with daily activities and mobility has increased at a higher rate than state peers.
Residential options include one- and two-bedroom apartments and private townhomes featuring garages. The facility offers three nutritionally balanced meals daily and provides scheduled transportation for medical appointments and community outings. Shared amenities include an active resident council, diverse social programming, and communal spaces for card games and Bible studies. The payer mix is diverse, with 50% of residents using private pay, alongside Medicare and Medicaid participants.
Older adults seeking a nonprofit, faith-based environment with high staffing ratios and a strong local reputation may find this community appropriate. Prospective representatives should evaluate the facility’s success in fall prevention while discussing specific plans to support residents experiencing declines in physical mobility before making a final decision.
Community insights.
About this community
Calvin Community is administered by Billy Meyers.
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, violation, 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.
• Violations (7% below)
• Federal violations (19% below)
• State violations (100% below)
• Violations per inspection (15% below)
Violations
| This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
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Violations
| 25 | 27 | This facility has 7% fewer violations than a typical Iowa nursing home (25 vs. IA avg 27).↓ 7% better |
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Federal violations
| 25 | 31 | This facility has 19% fewer federal violations than a typical Iowa nursing home (25 vs. IA avg 31).↓ 19% better |
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State violations
| 0 | 7 | This facility has 100% fewer state violations than a typical Iowa nursing home (0 vs. IA avg 7).↓ 100% better |
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Violations per inspection
| 1.5 | 1.76 | This facility has 15% fewer violations per inspection than a typical Iowa nursing home (1.5 vs. IA avg 1.76).↓ 15% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
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Total inspections
| 17 | 13 | This facility has had 31% more total inspections than the Iowa average (17 vs. IA avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 31% more |
CMS Health Inspection History
Federal inspection data published by CMS, covering this home's Medicare and/or Medicaid-certified skilled-nursing/nursing beds only.
Inspections
State average 4.9
Last Health inspection on Jan 2025
State average 21.7
State average 4.11
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 6 citations resulted from standard inspections.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
State average: 0.6
State average: 0.9
Citations history (last 3 years)
Staffing Data
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Nursing staff breakdown
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Contractor staffing
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31Total hours from contractors
1,558 contractor hours this quarter
Staff by category
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31| Certified Nursing Assistant | 28 | 0 | 28 | 8,894 | 92 | 100% | 8.4 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 14 | 0 | 14 | 5,226 | 92 | 100% | 8.8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 12 | 2 | 14 | 3,944 | 92 | 100% | 8.2 |
| Registered Nurse | 8 | 0 | 8 | 1,965 | 92 | 100% | 7.3 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,601 | 84 | 91% | 7.8 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1,115 | 78 | 85% | 8.8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 927 | 70 | 76% | 7.8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 528 | 66 | 72% | 8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 484 | 61 | 66% | 7.9 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 4 | 4 | 460 | 69 | 75% | 6.3 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 431 | 56 | 61% | 7.7 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 343 | 64 | 70% | 4.1 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 3 | 3 | 218 | 52 | 57% | 4.2 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 187 | 63 | 68% | 3 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 151 | 56 | 61% | 2.7 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 130 | 24 | 26% | 5.4 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 34 | 22 | 24% | 1.6 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 20 | 6 | 7% | 3.3 |
28 Certified Nursing Assistant
14 Medication Aide/Technician
14 Licensed Practical Nurse
8 Registered Nurse
5 Clinical Nurse Specialist
2 RN Director of Nursing
2 Other Dietary Services Staff
1 Nurse Practitioner
1 Administrator
4 Respiratory Therapy Technician
1 Mental Health Service Worker
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
3 Physical Therapy Aide
2 Qualified Social Worker
1 Speech Language Pathologist
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
1 Medical Director
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
Long-stay resident measures
Short-stay resident measures
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Programs & Services
Residents Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
CCRC
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Calvin Community from 2012–2024, based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Key figures below are for fiscal year ending in 04/2024.
Finances and operations
Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 04/2024.
What does this home offer?
No pets allowed
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Billy Meyers serves as the Interim CEO & Administrator at Calvin Community, providing leadership and oversight to the community. He plays a key role in guiding the organization during this transitional period, ensuring continued quality and care for residents.
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3.5 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Des Moines's city center to Calvin Community's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
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Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
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Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
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Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
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This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
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CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
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CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
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CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
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CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
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Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
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Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
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Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
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Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
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Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
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Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
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Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
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Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
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Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
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The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
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What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
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Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
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Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Iowa average is: 60.3% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
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CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
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| Friendship Village | NH AL IL MC SNF | Waterloo | 72
Facility
72
IA AVG
72
Rank
#143 / 403 |
91.7%
Facility
91.7%
IA AVG
67%
Rank
#40 / 362 | +37% | 5.78
Facility
5.78
IA AVG
4.30
Rank
#9 / 231 | +5% | +34% | $0
Facility
$0
IA AVG
$53.4k
Rank
#1 / 239 | 8
Facility
8
IA AVG
21.7
Rank
#44 / 232 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
IA AVG
4.1
Rank
#19 / 232 | 1 | 66 | - |
52
Facility
52
IA AVG
47
Rank
#202 / 504 | Friends Of Faith Retirement Homes, Inc | $14.2MFiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility
$14.2MFiscal year ending 03/2024
IA AVG
$6.9M
Rank
#10 / 224 | $11.6MFiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility
$11.6MFiscal year ending 03/2024
IA AVG
$4.2M
Rank
#6 / 224 | 81.4%Fiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility
81.4%Fiscal year ending 03/2024
IA AVG
60.3%
Rank
#14 / 224 | 165081 | ||||
| St Francis Manor | NH AL HOS SNF | Grinnell | 78
Facility
78
IA AVG
72
Rank
#119 / 403 |
69.2%
Facility
69.2%
IA AVG
67%
Rank
#195 / 362 | +3% | 5.66
Facility
5.66
IA AVG
4.30
Rank
#13 / 231 | +34% | +32% | $0
Facility
$0
IA AVG
$53.4k
Rank
#1 / 239 | 1
Facility
1
IA AVG
21.7
Rank
#1 / 232 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
IA AVG
4.1
Rank
#1 / 232 | - | 54 | - |
82
Facility
82
IA AVG
47
Rank
#39 / 504 | St Francis Manor Inc | $7.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$7.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
IA AVG
$6.9M
Rank
#82 / 224 | $5.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$5.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
IA AVG
$4.2M
Rank
#50 / 224 | 69.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
69.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
IA AVG
60.3%
Rank
#38 / 224 | 165480 | ||||
| Stonehill Care Center | NH AL IL MC SNF | Dubuque | 185
Facility
185
IA AVG
72
Rank
#4 / 403 |
85.4%
Facility
85.4%
IA AVG
67%
Rank
#89 / 362 | +28% | 4.83
Facility
4.83
IA AVG
4.30
Rank
#57 / 231 | +2% | +12% | $0
Facility
$0
IA AVG
$53.4k
Rank
#1 / 239 | 4
Facility
4
IA AVG
21.7
Rank
#13 / 232 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
IA AVG
4.1
Rank
#19 / 232 | - | 158 | - |
89
Facility
89
IA AVG
47
Rank
#17 / 504 | Peggy Stockel | $26.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility
$26.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
IA AVG
$6.9M
Rank
#2 / 224 | $16.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility
$16.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
IA AVG
$4.2M
Rank
#2 / 224 | 62.7%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility
62.7%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
IA AVG
60.3%
Rank
#75 / 224 | 165471 | ||||
| Calvin Community | NH AL IL MC SNF | Des Moines (Beaverdale) | 59
Facility
59
IA AVG
72
Rank
#224 / 403 |
93.2%
Facility
93.2%
IA AVG
67%
Rank
#33 / 362 | +39% | 4.65
Facility
4.65
IA AVG
4.30
Rank
#83 / 231 | -25% | +8% | $4.2k
Facility
$4.2k
IA AVG
$53.4k
Rank
#149 / 239 | 6
Facility
6
IA AVG
21.7
Rank
#26 / 232 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
IA AVG
4.1
Rank
#19 / 232 | - | 55 | - |
61
Facility
61
IA AVG
47
Rank
#145 / 504 | Nancy Boyd | $11.5MFiscal year ending 04/2024
Facility
$11.5MFiscal year ending 04/2024
IA AVG
$6.9M
Rank
#20 / 224 | $7.4MFiscal year ending 04/2024
Facility
$7.4MFiscal year ending 04/2024
IA AVG
$4.2M
Rank
#22 / 224 | 64.5%Fiscal year ending 04/2024
Facility
64.5%Fiscal year ending 04/2024
IA AVG
60.3%
Rank
#59 / 224 | 165479 | ||||
| Bethany Lutheran Home | NH AL MC SNF | Council Bluffs | 112
Facility
112
IA AVG
72
Rank
#50 / 403 |
80.4%
Facility
80.4%
IA AVG
67%
Rank
#125 / 362 | +20% | 4.68
Facility
4.68
IA AVG
4.30
Rank
#70 / 231 | +28% | +9% | $46.9k
Facility
$46.9k
IA AVG
$53.4k
Rank
#204 / 239 | 51
Facility
51
IA AVG
21.7
Rank
#207 / 232 | 5.1
Facility
5.1
IA AVG
4.1
Rank
#166 / 232 | 6 | 90 | - |
77
Facility
77
IA AVG
47
Rank
#59 / 504 | Diana Roberts | $10.6MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility
$10.6MFiscal year ending 09/2023
IA AVG
$6.9M
Rank
#29 / 224 | $6.4MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility
$6.4MFiscal year ending 09/2023
IA AVG
$4.2M
Rank
#31 / 224 | 60.5%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility
60.5%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
IA AVG
60.3%
Rank
#96 / 224 | 165524 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Calvin Community
What neighborhood is Calvin Community in?
Calvin Community is in the Beaverdale neighborhood of Des Moines.
Is Calvin Community in a walkable area?
Calvin Community has a walk score of 61. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
What is the license number of Calvin Community?
According to IA state health department records, Calvin Community's license number is 770368.
When does Calvin Community's license expire?
According to IA state health department records, Calvin Community's license expires on May 18, 2027.
What is the occupancy rate at Calvin Community?
Calvin Community's occupancy is 93%.
How long has Calvin Community been in business?
Calvin Community has been operating for approximately 1 year, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Calvin Community?
No, Calvin Community has a no-pet policy.
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