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Bishop Drumm Retirement Center

Overview of Bishop Drumm Retirement Center

Bishop Drumm Retirement Center is a resident-centered community where their dedicated staff strives to cultivate the holistic wellness of their residents. Specializing in independent living, assisted living, and memory care, residents can feel confident with the lifestyle they’ll be able to enjoy during their stay, and their families can rest easy knowing that their loved ones are in the best environment for retiring. Bishop Drumm puts its seniors first and promotes an elevated lifestyle.
As a member of the Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) is centered on the holistic wellness of its residents; services and amenities include a fitness studio, salon and spa, walking paths, an education center, housekeeping, transportation, housekeeping, physician visits, and therapy services.

(515) 270-1100

Managed by Adam Braden

Executive Director

Adam Braden serves as the Executive Director at Bishop Drumm Retirement Center. He leads the community with a focus on providing quality senior living experiences. Adam is dedicated to supporting residents and staff, ensuring a warm and welcoming environment for all.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
2/5
Iowa average: 3.1/5
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
1/5
Iowa average: 2.9/5
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
4/5
Iowa average: 3.5/5
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
5/5
Iowa average: 3.3/5

Nursing care per resident

Info This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
3h 58m per day

This home provides 8% less nursing time per resident than the Iowa average.

Iowa average: 4h 18m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 150

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Iowa average
Occupancy rate 72%
Residents per day (avg) 113
Occupancy rate
72%
Residents per day (avg)
113

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

22% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 months

Private pay

59% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 4 - 5 months

Medicaid

19% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 - 2 years

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit community
Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$20.9M
Surplus of revenue
$1.2M
Voluntary non-profit community Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$20,937,719.00
Surplus of revenue
$1,231,190.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$8.0M
38.3% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$11.7M
Total costs $19.7M
Walk Score
Walk Score: 67 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Care Services

Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Memory Care
Independent Living
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

All Levels of Care

Independent Living
Assisted Living
Memory Care
Skilled Nursing

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
Independent living, Assisted living, Memory care, Skilled nursing and rehabilitation, Adult day services
Contact Bishop Drumm Retirement Center

Compare Independent Living around Des Moines The information below is reported by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing.

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Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

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Bishop Drumm Retirement Center
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

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Copper Shores Village
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Holiday Beaverdale Estates
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Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

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Elderly Waiver

Iowa Medicaid Elderly Waiver

Age 65+, Iowa resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Rural focus; waitlists possible.

Iowa Family Caregiver Support

IA NFCSP

Caregiver of someone 60+, Iowa resident.

No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Not applicable.

Limited slots; rural emphasis.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Iowa Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, Iowa resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; no waitlist.

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

Iowa PACE

Age 55+, Iowa resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, Medicaid-eligible).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Limited to western Iowa (e.g., Council Bluffs); expanding slowly.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Iowa SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Iowa resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents.

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

Iowa VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Iowa resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran demand in rural areas.

Able Up Iowa

Able Up Iowa

Age 65+ or disabled, Iowa resident, ability to repay loan, need for assistive tech or mods.

No strict limit; must demonstrate repayment capacity.

Not specified; credit-based.

Loans up to $25,000; statewide via Easterseals partnership.