Occupancy rate
47%
Lower than the Iowa average: 75.4%Bickford of Fort Dodge
Assisted Living · Fort Dodge, IA
Bickford of Fort Dodge
Assisted Living · Fort Dodge, IA
Overview of Bickford of Fort Dodge
Nestled in the beautiful town of Forth Dodge, IA, the Bickford of Fort Dodge is a distinguished senior living community offering assisted living services. Here, residents can choose from spacious and stunning accommodations with several floor plans based on their preferences. Having a highly skilled and dedicated team, residents can receive round-the-clock personalized care and help depending on their immediate needs through its residents’ monitoring system.
Experience its top-tier amenities and services as this community is committed to providing higher standard of senior care. Indulge in 3-day delectable and nutritious meals, home maintenance, access to laundry facilities, weekly housekeeping, medication management, spiritual care, and transportation assistance. Engage in a full calendar of activities such as outings, community involvement programs, and theme days. With Bickford of Fort Dodge, seniors are assured of a classic retirement.
Christine Beagle serves as the Executive Director at Bickford of Fort Dodge, leading the community with a dedicated team of caregivers committed to providing compassionate and personalized care for residents and their families.
49-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
27 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 22 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
Occupancy
Lower than the Iowa average: 75.4%Occupied beds
23 / 49
Average residents per home in Iowa
51 per day
StatusActive
IssuanceMay 31, 2024
ExpirationMay 31, 2026
CountyWebster
License NumberS0008
Year Opened06/01/1998
Bickford of Fort Dodge is administrated by Christine Beagle.
Email
[email protected]
Fax5155761593
Salon Services
Secure Courtyard
Dining Room
Sitting Area
Whirlpool Bathtub
Specific ProgramsMontessori Memory Care
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Bickford of Fort Dodge
Assisted Living
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.
Since 2004 · 22 years of data
27 deficiencies
21 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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 2004 vs. Iowa state average
Overall vs. IA average
1 Worse
Metrics worse than Iowa average:
• Total inspections (40% above) 2 At Avg Metrics at Iowa average:
• Total deficiencies (at IA avg)
• Deficiencies per year (at IA avg) 1 Better Metrics better than Iowa average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (28% below)
• Total inspections (40% above) 2 At Avg Metrics at Iowa average:
• Total deficiencies (at IA avg)
• Deficiencies per year (at IA avg) 1 Better Metrics better than Iowa average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (28% below)
Latest Inspection
August 27, 2025
Deficiencies
Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.
| Metric | This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 27 | 27 | This facility has total deficiencies in line with the Iowa average (27 vs. IA avg 27).— At avg |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2004.
| 1.2 | 1.2 | This facility has deficiencies per year in line with the Iowa average (1.2 vs. IA avg 1.2).— At avg |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 1.3 | 1.8 | This facility has 28% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (1.3 vs. IA avg 1.8).↓ 28% better |
Inspections
State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.
| Metric | This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 21 | 15 | This facility has 40% more total inspections than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (21 vs. IA avg 15).↑ 40% worse |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on August 27, 2025, identified deficiencies related to updating service plans after significant changes and completing comprehensive nurse reviews every 90 days or after significant changes. Earlier inspections showed a mix of findings, including substantiated complaints about tenant care, staff training, failure to report incidents timely, and issues with tenant mistreatment and documentation. Main themes across deficiencies involved care plan updates, nurse reviews, tenant care and assistance, staff training, and incident reporting. Several complaint investigations were substantiated, including neglect, failure to prevent falls, abuse allegations, and delayed reporting of elopements, while many others were unsubstantiated. The inspection history shows ongoing challenges with care documentation and staff oversight, with some improvement in recent complaint investigations but persistent issues in care plan management.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Iowa
Bickford of Fort Dodge is located in Fort Dodge, Iowa.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Iowa.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bickford of Fort Dodge
Is Bickford of Fort Dodge in a walkable area?
Bickford of Fort Dodge has a walk score of 22. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the license number of Bickford of Fort Dodge?
According to IA state health department records, Bickford of Fort Dodge's license number is S0008.
When does Bickford of Fort Dodge's license expire?
According to IA state health department records, Bickford of Fort Dodge's license expires on May 31, 2026.
What is the occupancy rate at Bickford of Fort Dodge?
Bickford of Fort Dodge's occupancy is 47%.
What is the best email address for Bickford of Fort Dodge?
The team at Bickford of Fort Dodge can be reached at [email protected].
Who is the administrator of Bickford of Fort Dodge?
Christine Beagle is the administrator of Bickford of Fort Dodge.
How many beds does Bickford of Fort Dodge have?
Bickford of Fort Dodge has 49 beds.
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