Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Most new residents arrive under Medicare (70% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 23 days.
Situated in the welcoming town of Des Moines, IA, Ramsey Village Continuing Care is a respected senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, respite care, and rehabilitation services. A wide array of spacious and cozy accomodations are available including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom are available for its residents. With a competent and empathetic team, this community provides 24/7 care and support to ensure comfort and security within the place.
With its top-of-the-line amenities and services, residents can enjoy 3 well-balanced meals and snacks daily, community library, game room, and a parlor with a fireplace. Explore its beautifully made shared spaces such as the landscaped interior courtyard. Engage in life enrichment programs in the crafts and activity center to gain more knowledge and experiences. Meet new companions and create unforgettable memories together. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors can enjoy a glorious retirement with Ramsey Village Continuing Care.
Ramsey Village Continuing Care is administered by Laura Coco.
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.
Inspections
| This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total inspections
| 23 | 15 | This facility has had 53% more total inspections than the Iowa average (23 vs. IA avg 15). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 53% more |
State average 4.9
Last Health inspection on Oct 2025
State average 21.7
State average 4.11
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
22 of 31 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 9 of 31 resulted from complaint investigations.
State average: 0.6
State average: 0.9
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total hours from contractors
1,169 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 54 | 1 | 55 | 15,370 | 92 | 100% | 8.3 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 13 | 10 | 23 | 4,528 | 92 | 100% | 9.4 |
| Registered Nurse | 4 | 4 | 8 | 1,564 | 87 | 95% | 10.6 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 9 | 0 | 9 | 1,368 | 82 | 89% | 8.9 |
| Dietitian | 2 | 0 | 2 | 855 | 70 | 76% | 7.6 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 2 | 0 | 2 | 790 | 66 | 72% | 7.8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 674 | 77 | 84% | 5.6 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 5 | 0 | 5 | 613 | 66 | 72% | 4.8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 502 | 64 | 70% | 7.9 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 475 | 63 | 68% | 7.5 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 1 | 1 | 2 | 473 | 57 | 62% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 448 | 56 | 61% | 8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 424 | 53 | 58% | 8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 7 | 0 | 7 | 380 | 65 | 71% | 4.5 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 284 | 54 | 59% | 5.3 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 89 | 14 | 15% | 6.4 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 59 | 17 | 18% | 3.4 |
| Feeding Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 47 | 19 | 21% | 2.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 43 | 13 | 14% | 3.3 |
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
70% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
30% of new residents, often for short stays.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Historical financial and operational data for Ramsey Village Continuing Care from 2011–2023, based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Key figures below are for fiscal year ending in 12/2023.
Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 12/2023.
Minimum Age: 65 Years Old
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: 1 bed / 2 bed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Most new residents arrive under Medicare (70% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 23 days.
Coverage residents most often arrive under.
Coverage residents most often leave under.
2.6 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Des Moines's city center to Ramsey Village Continuing Care's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.73 miles to nearest hospital (Broadlawns Medical Center)
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Info below is compiled from CMS reports & the IA Dept. of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing (DIAL), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
| Bethany Home Retirement Center | NH IL MC SNF | Dubuque (Eagle Point District) | 66
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IA AVG
72
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4.30
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21.7
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2.0
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4.1
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#19 / 232 | - | 67 | - |
69
Facility
69
IA AVG
47
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#103 / 505 | Mike Brannon | $9.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023 | $6.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023 | 68%Fiscal year ending 12/2023 | 165584 | ||||
| St Francis Manor | NH AL HOS SNF | Grinnell | 78
Facility
78
IA AVG
72
Rank
#119 / 404 |
69.2%
Facility
69.2%
IA AVG
64.7
Rank
#193 / 377 | +7% | 5.32
Facility
5.32
IA AVG
4.30
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#23 / 234 | +34% | +24% | $0
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$0
IA AVG
$53.4k
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1
IA AVG
21.7
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#1 / 232 | 1.0
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1.0
IA AVG
4.1
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82
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82
IA AVG
47
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#39 / 505 | St Francis Manor Inc | $7.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023 | $5.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023 | 69.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023 | 165480 | ||||
| Friendship Village | NH AL IL MC SNF | Waterloo | 72
Facility
72
IA AVG
72
Rank
#143 / 404 |
91.7%
Facility
91.7%
IA AVG
64.7
Rank
#41 / 377 | +42% | 6.17
Facility
6.17
IA AVG
4.30
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#3 / 234 | +5% | +44% | $0
Facility
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IA AVG
$53.4k
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#1 / 239 | 8
Facility
8
IA AVG
21.7
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#44 / 232 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
IA AVG
4.1
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#19 / 232 | 1 | 66 | - |
52
Facility
52
IA AVG
47
Rank
#202 / 505 | Friends Of Faith Retirement Homes, Inc | $14.2MFiscal year ending 03/2024 | $11.6MFiscal year ending 03/2024 | 81.4%Fiscal year ending 03/2024 | 165081 | ||||
| Prairie Vista Village | NH AL IL SNF | South Altoona | 68
Facility
68
IA AVG
72
Rank
#170 / 404 |
50.0%
Facility
50.0%
IA AVG
64.7
Rank
#254 / 377 | -23% | 4.71
Facility
4.71
IA AVG
4.30
Rank
#58 / 234 | -20% | +10% | $0
Facility
$0
IA AVG
$53.4k
Rank
#1 / 239 | 5
Facility
5
IA AVG
21.7
Rank
#17 / 232 | 1.3
Facility
1.3
IA AVG
4.1
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#8 / 232 | - | 34 | A |
29
Facility
29
IA AVG
47
Rank
#372 / 505 | John Freeman | $9.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023 | $3.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023 | 40.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023 | 165610 | ||||
| Ramsey Village Continuing Care | NH AL IL MC RESC RC SNF | Des Moines (Drake) | 78
Facility
78
IA AVG
72
Rank
#119 / 404 |
89.4%
Facility
89.4%
IA AVG
64.7
Rank
#56 / 377 | +38% | 4.04
Facility
4.04
IA AVG
4.30
Rank
#138 / 234 | -46% | -6% | $0
Facility
$0
IA AVG
$53.4k
Rank
#1 / 239 | 31
Facility
31
IA AVG
21.7
Rank
#175 / 232 | 4.4
Facility
4.4
IA AVG
4.1
Rank
#143 / 232 | 1 | 70 | - |
38
Facility
38
IA AVG
47
Rank
#305 / 505 | Claremont House Inc | $9.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023 | $7.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023 | 78.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023 | 165514 |
Ramsey Village Continuing Care is in the Drake neighborhood of Des Moines.
Ramsey Village Continuing Care has a walk score of 38. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
According to IA state health department records, Ramsey Village Continuing Care's license number is 770308.
Ramsey Village Continuing Care's occupancy is 89%.
Ramsey Village Continuing Care has been operating for approximately 1 year, based on available licensing and registration records.
Yes, Ramsey Village Continuing Care allows residents to bring their pets.
The team at Ramsey Village Continuing Care can be reached at laura.coco@ramseyvillage.org.
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