MJ Estates
Enjoy your best years at Mj Estates, a blissful haven in Exira, IA, offering assisted living. With 37 specially designed and cozy accommodations, residents are guaranteed the utmost comfort and safety. A compassionate and well-trained team provides top-notch care tailored to their personal needs around the clock.
Residents are encouraged to make new friends and have fun with a jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs that highlight their interests and capabilities. Delicious and well-balanced meals are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Medication management is also provided to ensure residents will not miss taking their medicines. The community is ideal for those seeking a blissful retirement, especially with its warm and nurturing environment.
About this community
Occupancy
MJ Estates is administered by Brianne Fister.
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, deficiency, 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 2018 vs. Iowa state average• Total deficiencies (100% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
| 0 | 27 | This facility has 100% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (0 vs. IA avg 27).↓ 100% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
| 3 | 15 | This facility has had 80% fewer total inspections than the Iowa average (3 vs. IA avg 15). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 80% fewer |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- May 9, 2024 recertification inspection found no regulatory insufficiencies for the Assisted Living Program.
- January 7, 2020 recertification inspection also cited no deficiencies or complaints.
- Initial certification on January 4, 2018 had no regulatory insufficiencies or complaints.
What does this home offer?
Room Sizes: 375 / 425 / 460 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
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Transportation Services
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0.4 miles from city center
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The information below is reported by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing.
| St Francis Manor | NH AL HOS SNF | Grinnell | 78
Facility
78
IA AVG
71
Rank
#119 / 406 |
69.2%
Facility
69.2%
IA AVG
64.7
Rank
#193 / 379 | +7% | 5.32
Facility
5.32
IA AVG
4.30
Rank
#24 / 245 | +34% | +24% | $0
Facility
$0
IA AVG
$53.4k
Rank
#1 / 251 | 1
Facility
1
IA AVG
21.7
Rank
#1 / 244 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
IA AVG
4.1
Rank
#1 / 244 | - | 54 | - |
82
Facility
82
IA AVG
45
Rank
#39 / 528 | St Francis Manor Inc | $7.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$7.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
IA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#74 / 246 | $5.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$5.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
IA AVG
$3.1M
Rank
#42 / 246 | 69.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
69.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
IA AVG
46.3%
Rank
#63 / 246 | 165480 | ||||
| Friendship Village | NH AL IL MC SNF | Waterloo | 72
Facility
72
IA AVG
71
Rank
#143 / 406 |
91.7%
Facility
91.7%
IA AVG
64.7
Rank
#41 / 379 | +42% | 6.17
Facility
6.17
IA AVG
4.30
Rank
#3 / 245 | +5% | +44% | $0
Facility
$0
IA AVG
$53.4k
Rank
#1 / 251 | 8
Facility
8
IA AVG
21.7
Rank
#48 / 244 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
IA AVG
4.1
Rank
#22 / 244 | 1 | 66 | - |
52
Facility
52
IA AVG
45
Rank
#202 / 528 | Friends Of Faith Retirement Homes, Inc | $14.2MFiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility
$14.2MFiscal year ending 03/2024
IA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#12 / 246 | $11.6MFiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility
$11.6MFiscal year ending 03/2024
IA AVG
$3.1M
Rank
#7 / 246 | 81.4%Fiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility
81.4%Fiscal year ending 03/2024
IA AVG
46.3%
Rank
#117 / 246 | 165081 | ||||
| Prairie Vista Village | NH AL IL SNF | South Altoona | 68
Facility
68
IA AVG
71
Rank
#170 / 406 |
50.0%
Facility
50.0%
IA AVG
64.7
Rank
#255 / 379 | -23% | 4.71
Facility
4.71
IA AVG
4.30
Rank
#64 / 245 | -20% | +10% | $0
Facility
$0
IA AVG
$53.4k
Rank
#1 / 251 | 5
Facility
5
IA AVG
21.7
Rank
#19 / 244 | 1.3
Facility
1.3
IA AVG
4.1
Rank
#9 / 244 | - | 34 | A |
29
Facility
29
IA AVG
45
Rank
#372 / 528 | John Freeman | $9.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$9.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
IA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#62 / 246 | $3.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$3.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
IA AVG
$3.1M
Rank
#72 / 246 | 40.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
40.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
IA AVG
46.3%
Rank
#175 / 246 | 165610 | ||||
| Mount Carmel Bluffs | NH AL IL MC SNF | Dubuque (South Switch Junction) | 60
Facility
60
IA AVG
71
Rank
#213 / 406 |
93.3%
Facility
93.3%
IA AVG
64.7
Rank
#31 / 379 | +44% | 5.43
Facility
5.43
IA AVG
4.30
Rank
#23 / 245 | -13% | +26% | $0
Facility
$0
IA AVG
$53.4k
Rank
#1 / 251 | 6
Facility
6
IA AVG
21.7
Rank
#28 / 244 | 3.0
Facility
3.0
IA AVG
4.1
Rank
#78 / 244 | - | 56 | - |
2
Facility
2
IA AVG
45
Rank
#500 / 528 | Sarah Rentz | $4.9MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility
$4.9MFiscal year ending 09/2023
IA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#29 / 246 | $6.8MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility
$6.8MFiscal year ending 09/2023
IA AVG
$3.1M
Rank
#29 / 246 | 138.9%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility
138.9%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
IA AVG
46.3%
Rank
#163 / 246 | 165792 |
Frequently Asked Questions about MJ Estates
Is MJ Estates in a walkable area?
MJ Estates has a walk score of 20. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the license number of MJ Estates?
According to IA state health department records, MJ Estates's license number is S0364.
When does MJ Estates's license expire?
According to IA state health department records, MJ Estates's license expires on April 13, 2027.
What is the occupancy rate at MJ Estates?
MJ Estates's occupancy is 63%.
Are pets allowed at MJ Estates?
No, MJ Estates has a no-pet policy.
What is the best email address for MJ Estates?
The team at MJ Estates can be reached at bfister@exiracare.net.
Who is the administrator of MJ Estates?
Brianne Fister is the administrator of MJ Estates.
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