Occupancy rate
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In line with Iowa average
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CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Childserve Habilitation Center
Nursing Home in Iowa
CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Childserve Habilitation Center
ChildServe helps children with special healthcare needs live a great life. As a leading pediatric healthcare provider with Iowa’s only children’s specialty hospital, ChildServe offers complex medical care, pediatric rehabilitation, autism and behavioral health, and community-based services.
Quality ratings
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.
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.
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.
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.
Nursing care per resident
This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
74
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
94.6%
Residents per day (avg)
70
Occupancy rate
94.6%
Residents per day (avg)
70
74-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
35 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
About this community
Occupancy
In line with Iowa averageOccupied beds
70 / 74
Average residents
51 per day
Facility TypeFree Standing Nf
StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 7, 1991
ExpirationMay 1, 2026
CountyPolk
License Number770916
Certification TypeFALSE
Childserve Habilitation Center is administrated by Cody Campbell.
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Email
[email protected]
Fax5157278757
Specific ProgramsAutism, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Autism Day Program, Family Education & Support, Life Skills Program, Medical Nutrition Therapy, Outpatient Therapy, Social Groups, Community Based, Case Management, Childcare, Day Habilitation, Medical Childcare, Homecare, Homes, Respite, Supported Community Living, Outpatient Rehabilitation, Adaptive Equipment, Occupational Therapy, Orthotics, Physical Therapy, Prosthetics, Rehabilitation Medicine Clinic, Speech-Language Pathology, Inpatient Rehabilitation, Brain Injury, Spinal Cord Injury, Post-Surgical, Infants & Toddlers, Burn & Wound, Behavioral Health, Autism Services, Mental Health Therapy, Pediatric Psychology, Psychiatry, Complex Medical Care, Inpatient Complex Medical Care, Medical Childcare, Respiratory Care, Technology-Dependent Care, Specialty Clinics, Complex Care Clinic, Concussion Clinic, Developmental Clinic, Feeding & Swallowing Clinic, Home Enteral Nutrition Clinic, Rehabilitation Medicine Clinic, Brain Injury Program, Concussion Clinic, Concussion Baseline Screening, Inpatient Brain Injury Program, Outpatient Therapy, Supported Community 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.
18 visits/inspections
Iowa average: 17 visits/inspections
Iowa average: 0 inspections
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Latest inspection
Date
December 23, 2025
11 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Iowa average: 27 deficiencies
Inspection Report Summary for Childserve Habilitation Center
The most recent inspection on December 22, 2025 found the facility in substantial compliance with no deficiencies noted. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies related mainly to infection prevention practices and medication security, as well as issues with timely notifications to families and the long-term care ombudsman. Complaint investigations were mostly unsubstantiated, except for substantiated cases involving resident supervision and abuse reported in 2023, but no fines or enforcement actions were listed in the available reports. The facility addressed prior deficiencies through accepted plans of correction and demonstrated compliance in subsequent follow-ups. The overall trend suggests improvement in compliance and resolution of earlier issues over time.
Compare Nursing Homes around Iowa The information below is reported by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing.
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Childserve Habilitation Center
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5.85
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AL
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4.29
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7.0
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5.17
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4
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3.9
4
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