Bethany Home Retirement Center

Bethany Home Retirement Center

1005 Lincoln Ave, Dubuque, IA 52001 View Map

Bethany Home Retirement Center is a Senior Living Home in Iowa

Bethany Home Retirement Center is a Senior Living Home in Iowa

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Overview of Bethany Home Retirement Center

Surrounded by thriving local amenities in Dubuque, IA, Bethany Home Retirement Center is an outstanding community that offers independent living, memory care, and rehabilitation. Featuring purposely built and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures residents are comfortable and safe. Housekeeping, laundry, and maintenance are taken care of, providing residents more time to do the things they love.

A variety of recreational activities and engaging programs are conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. With a food service program, residents enjoy delightful and healthy meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. The community also offers wellness services to improve residents’ living experiences. Residents are guaranteed the finest retirement experience amidst the community’s vibrant and welcoming environment.

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Home Information Bethany Home
  • This nursing home maintains occupancy well above most state peers, signaling sustained demand. Bed capacity aligns with the typical community size in the state, allowing steady admissions. Resident stays are comparable to other state facilities, implying stable turnover.

  • Home revenue ranks in the upper tier statewide, reflecting strong billing volume. Payroll spending sits in the top tier, showing a strong investment in staffing resources. Total income mirrors statewide norms, reflecting a balanced margin profile.

  • Medicare nights track the statewide midpoint, keeping volumes steady. Medicaid nights fall below most peers, pointing to lighter Medicaid reliance. Private pay nights lead the state, showing strong demand from market-rate residents.

Occupancy
Beds
66
Occupancy
97.0%
Total Bed Days Available
24090
Avg. Length of Stay
212 days
Avg. Residents per Day
66
Finance
Home Revenue
$8,389,564.00
Payroll Costs
$5,265,896.00
Profit
$-936,354.00
Total Home Costs
$8,764,511.00
Payroll % of Revenue Info Percentage of home revenue spent on payroll costs.
62.8%
House Specifics:
CCN
165584
Owner Name
BRANNON, MIKE
Rural vs. Urban
Urban
County
Dubuque
Type of Control
Voluntary Nonprofit — Church
Operations
Total Admissions
121
Total Discharges
111
% Medicaid Admissions
7%
% Medicare Admissions
32%
% Private Pay Admissions
60%
% Medicaid Discharges
8%
% Medicare Discharges
41%
% Private Pay Discharges
51%
Quality Ratings
Overall Rating Info CMS 5-star rating based on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
5 / 5
Health Inspection Rating Info Rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
5 / 5
Staffing Rating Info Rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
5 / 5
QM Rating Info Quality Measures rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
4 / 5
Nurse Hours / Resident / Day Info Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
4.19 hrs
Medicaid, Medicare & Private
Medicare Nights Info Number of resident nights paid by Medicare for short-term or rehab care.
6572
Medicaid Nights Info Resident nights covered by Medicaid for long-term care or support services.
652
Free Market Nights Info Nights paid privately by residents or families, without Medicare/Medicaid coverage.
16276
Bed community size
66-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 69 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

License Status
Active
License Date
March 19, 2025
License Expiration
March 19, 2026

Additional licensing details

License number: 310307
Year opened: 03/19/1959
CMS Certification Number: 165584
County: Dubuque

Ownership & operating entity

Bethany Home Retirement Center is administrated by Susan Westmark.

Administrator: Susan Westmark
Nonprofit ownership: No

Contact Information

Fax: 5635563078

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Dining Services

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Housekeeping Services

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Social and Recreational Activities

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Wellness Programs

Types of Care at Bethany Home Retirement Center

Independent Living Memory Care
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Inspection History

In Iowa, the Department of Social Services (for ALFs) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.

13 visits/inspections

6 visits/inspections triggered by complaints

7 other visits

Latest inspection

Date:August 5, 2025

Inspection history

Visit Date Visit Type
Revisit
08/05/2025 Complaint
05/01/2025 Recertification
09/27/2024 Complaint
06/27/2024 Recertification
04/23/2024 Complaint, Incident
04/19/2023 Recertification Revisit, Complaint Revisit
Yes
03/30/2023 Recertification, Complaint
02/02/2022 Recertification Revisit, Incident Revisit
Yes
12/14/2021 Recertification, Incident
12/10/2020 FIC
10/20/2020 Complaint, Incident, FIC
06/09/2020 FIC

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Address 1.2 miles from city center

Address 1005 Lincoln Ave, Dubuque, IA 52001

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Comparison Chart

The information below is reported by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing.
Compare Senior Living around Dubuque
Applewood IV Senior Apartments
IL

For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

Dubuque
-
No
62
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
1 Bed / 2 Bed
Windsor Park Retirement Apartments
AL

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Dubuque
-
No
20
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
1 Bed / 2 Bed
Bethany Home Retirement Center
IL

For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Dubuque
66
No
69
BRANNON, MIKE
97.0%
$8,389,564.00
$5,265,896.00
62.8%
65.80
5/5
4.1892
5/5
5/5
4/5
1 Bed / 2 Bed
Asbury Senior Apartments
IL

For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

Dubuque
-
Yes
53
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
1 Bed / 2 Bed
Mount Carmel Bluffs
IL

For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Dubuque
60
No
2
RENTZ, SARAH
81.8%
$3,887,257.00
$4,799,355.00
123.5%
51.30
5/5
5.4272
4/5
5/5
2/5
1 Bed / 2 Bed

Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

104
Total Staff
93
Employees
11
Contractors
29,351
Total Hours (Quarter)
45
Avg Staff/Day
7.2
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse117.6 No
Licensed Practical Nurse98.1 No
Certified Nursing Assistant637.1 No
Staff by Category
Administration
1 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
84 staff
7.3hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
3 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Therapy Services
10 staff
3.5hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
1 staff
1.7hs shift avg
Dietary Services
4 staff
7.1hs shift avg
Other Services
1 staff
8.4hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
2.5%
of total hours from contractors
738 contractor hours this quarter
Qualified Social Worker: 1 Physical Therapy Aide: 1 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 3 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 2 Speech Language Pathologist: 2 Physical Therapy Assistant: 1
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant6306318,05291100%7.1
Registered Nurse110114,51191100%7.6
Licensed Practical Nurse9092,6288998%8.1
Nurse Practitioner2028966571%8.1
Other Dietary Services Staff3037046875%6.8
Mental Health Service Worker1014605560%8.4
Dietitian1014465864%7.7
Clinical Nurse Specialist1014135560%7.5
Administrator1014055459%7.5
Speech Language Pathologist0221363538%3.8
Occupational Therapy Aide0111242426%5.2
Physical Therapy Aide0111244347%2.9
Respiratory Therapy Technician0331123134%3.6
Medication Aide/Technician10199910%11
Qualified Social Worker011975763%1.7
Physical Therapy Assistant011732022%3.7
Occupational Therapy Assistant022712629%2.4

Health Inspection History

Source: CMS Health Citations (Mar 2023 – Mar 2023)

1
Inspections
2
Total Citations
0
Critical (J-L)
0
Serious (G-I)
2
Citations/Inspection
Mar 2023
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
Minor (A-C)
0
Moderate (D-F)
2
Serious (G-I)
0
Critical (J-L)
0
What do these levels mean?
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections 2
Complaint Investigations 0
State Comparison (IA)
Avg Citations (State)
21.7
This Facility: 2
Avg Critical (State)
0.6
This Facility: 0
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
DateSeverity ?CategoryTagStatus
Mar 30, 2023 D NutritionF0812 Corrected
Mar 30, 2023 D Care PlanningF0658 Corrected
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Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for Iowa Seniors

Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Elderly Waiver
Iowa Medicaid Elderly Waiver
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+, Iowa resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • IA Specifics: Rural focus; waitlists possible.
  • Services: In-home care (5-7 hours/day), meals ($6/meal), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care ($60/day).
Iowa Family Caregiver Support
IA NFCSP
  • General: Caregiver of someone 60+, Iowa resident.
  • Income Limits: No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
  • Asset Limits: Not applicable.
  • IA Specifics: Limited slots; rural emphasis.
  • Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$60/day), short-term facility care (up to 5 days).
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Iowa Medicare Savings Program
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, Iowa resident, Medicare Part A/B.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
  • Asset Limits: $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
  • IA Specifics: Three tiers; no waitlist.
  • Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)
  • General: Age 55+, Iowa resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, Medicaid-eligible).
  • Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • IA Specifics: Limited to western Iowa (e.g., Council Bluffs); expanding slowly.
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, therapy, respite.
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
  • General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Iowa resident.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
  • Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
  • IA Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents.
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Iowa VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Iowa resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
  • Income Limits (2025): Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
  • Asset Limits: ~$155,356 (net worth limit).
  • IA Specifics: High veteran demand in rural areas.
  • Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).
Able Up Iowa
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, Iowa resident, ability to repay loan, need for assistive tech or mods.
  • Income Limits (2025): No strict limit; must demonstrate repayment capacity.
  • Asset Limits: Not specified; credit-based.
  • IA Specifics: Loans up to $25,000; statewide via Easterseals partnership.
  • Services: Loans for wheelchairs, ramps, walk-in tubs (~$500-$10,000 avg.), reducing reliance on paid care.

Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for Iowa Seniors

Iowa Medicaid Elderly Waiver

Elderly Waiver

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, Iowa resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits:
    $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • IA Specifics:
    Rural focus; waitlists possible.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: In-home care (5-7 hours/day), meals ($6/meal), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care ($60/day).
IA NFCSP

Iowa Family Caregiver Support

Requirements:
  • General:
    Caregiver of someone 60+, Iowa resident.
  • Income Limits:
    No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
  • Asset Limits:
    Not applicable.
  • IA Specifics:
    Limited slots; rural emphasis.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$60/day), short-term facility care (up to 5 days).
Iowa Medicare Savings Program

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, Iowa resident, Medicare Part A/B.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
  • Asset Limits:
    $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
  • IA Specifics:
    Three tiers; no waitlist.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Iowa PACE

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 55+, Iowa resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, Medicaid-eligible).
  • Asset Limits:
    $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • IA Specifics:
    Limited to western Iowa (e.g., Council Bluffs); expanding slowly.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, therapy, respite.
Iowa SCSEP

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Iowa resident.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
  • Asset Limits:
    Not specified; income-focused.
  • IA Specifics:
    Priority for veterans, rural residents.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
Iowa VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Iowa resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
  • Asset Limits:
    ~$155,356 (net worth limit).
  • IA Specifics:
    High veteran demand in rural areas.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).
Able Up Iowa

Able Up Iowa

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, Iowa resident, ability to repay loan, need for assistive tech or mods.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    No strict limit; must demonstrate repayment capacity.
  • Asset Limits:
    Not specified; credit-based.
  • IA Specifics:
    Loans up to $25,000; statewide via Easterseals partnership.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Loans for wheelchairs, ramps, walk-in tubs (~$500-$10,000 avg.), reducing reliance on paid care.

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