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Westwood Specialty Care

Westwood Specialty Care is a Nursing Home in Iowa

Westwood Specialty Care is a Nursing Home in Iowa

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Westwood Specialty Care

Westwood Specialty Care is a Nursing Home in Iowa

Westwood Specialty Care is a Nursing Home in Iowa

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Overview of Westwood Specialty Care
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Welcome to Westwood Specialty Care, an 85-bed skilled nursing facility offering rehabilitation services, skilled nursing care, long-term care, and hospice care. As a part of Care Initiatives, Iowa’s largest not-for-profit skilled nursing and long-term care provider, Westwood Specialty Care is deeply committed to delivering exceptional care to its residents. Dedicated to providing dignified and customized care for diverse needs, Westwood Specialty Care extends its care to the well-being of families as well. 
At Westwood Specialty Care, they welcome Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries and are proud to be a contracted provider for the Veterans Affairs Community Nursing Home Program, ensuring that a wide range of seniors can access their compassionate transitional health care services. Their dedication to compassion and excellence has been acknowledged by the American Health Care Association with the 2018 Bronze Award, showcasing their commitment to outstanding care. Experience the warmth and care at Westwood Specialty Care, where they strive to meet the unique needs of every individual they serve. 

What families are saying

The physical and occupational therapy services at the…

The physical and occupational therapy services at the facility are generally well-regarded, with multiple reviews highlighting significant progress and positive outcomes for patients undergoing rehabilitation.

Overall quality of life and resident wellbeing

There is a mixed sentiment regarding staff attitudes and care quality, with some reviews praising the staff's dedication and care, while others criticize improper care and a lack of compassion from certain staff members.

Quality of life Care & staff
Home Information Westwood Specialty Care

  • No benchmark data is available for Occupancy. No benchmark data is available for Beds. No benchmark data is available for Avg. Length of Stay.

  • No benchmark data is available for Home Revenue. No benchmark data is available for Payroll Costs. No benchmark data is available for Total Income.

  • No benchmark data is available for Medicare Nights. No benchmark data is available for Medicaid Nights. No benchmark data is available for Private Pay Nights.

Occupancy
Beds
85
Occupancy
85.9%
Total Bed Days Available
31025
Avg. Length of Stay
131 days
Avg. Residents per Day
80
Finance
Home Revenue
$10,193,245.00
Payroll Costs
$3,369,869.00
Profit
$-991,331.00
Total Costs
$666,150.00
Payroll % of Revenue Info Percentage of home revenue spent on payroll costs.
33.1%
House Specifics:
CCN
165271
Owner Name
JURGENS, MICHAEL
Rural vs. Urban
Urban
County
Woodbury
Type of Control
Governmental — City
Operations
Total Admissions
218
Total Discharges
215
% Medicaid Admissions
9%
% Medicare Admissions
34%
% Private Pay Admissions
57%
% Medicaid Discharges
9%
% Medicare Discharges
36%
% Private Pay Discharges
55%
Quality Ratings
Overall Rating Info CMS 5-star rating based on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
1 / 5
Health Inspection Rating Info Rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
1 / 5
Staffing Rating Info Rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
3 / 5
QM Rating Info Quality Measures rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
2 / 5
Nurse Hours / Resident / Day Info Adjusted total nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
3.57 hrs
Number of Fines
2
Medicaid, Medicare & Private
Medicare Nights Info Number of resident nights paid by Medicare for short-term or rehab care.
13693
Medicaid Nights Info Resident nights covered by Medicaid for long-term care or support services.
2120
Free Market Nights Info Nights paid privately by residents or families, without Medicare/Medicaid coverage.
12448
Walk Score
Walk Score: 9 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
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AL

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$3,369,869.00
33.1%
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For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

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78
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For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

66
No
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37.6%
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Westwood Specialty Care Westwood Specialty Care
Type of care: AL
Bed Count: 85
Pets Allowed: No
Operator: JURGENS, MICHAEL
CCN: 165271
Occupancy: 85.9%
Home Revenue: $10,193,245.00
Payroll Costs: $3,369,869.00
Payroll %: 33.1%
Avg Residents/Day: 79.90
Overall Rating: 1/5
Adj Nurse Hours: 3.5722
Health Insp Rating: 1/5
Staffing Rating: 3/5
QM Rating: 2/5
Number of Fines: 2
Rate Range: -
Accura HealthCare of Sioux City Accura HealthCare of Sioux City
Type of care: AL
Bed Count: 46
Pets Allowed: No
Operator: MENNO, TARA
CCN: 165435
Occupancy: 86.7%
Home Revenue: $3,819,179.00
Payroll Costs: $2,021,180.00
Payroll %: 52.9%
Avg Residents/Day: 40.10
Overall Rating: 4/5
Adj Nurse Hours: 4.9200
Health Insp Rating: 4/5
Staffing Rating: 4/5
QM Rating: 4/5
Rate Range: -
Casa de Paz Health Care Center Casa de Paz Health Care Center
Type of care: AL
Bed Count: 71
Pets Allowed: No
CCN: 165174
Occupancy: 83.0%
Home Revenue: $5,236,814.00
Payroll Costs: $2,738,535.00
Payroll %: 52.3%
Avg Residents/Day: 64.20
Overall Rating: 2/5
Adj Nurse Hours: 3.5932
Health Insp Rating: 2/5
Staffing Rating: 2/5
QM Rating: 2/5
Rate Range: -
Holy Spirit Retirement Home Holy Spirit Retirement Home
Type of care: AL
Bed Count: 78
Pets Allowed: No
Operator: THE DIOCESE OF SIOUX CITY
CCN: 165266
Occupancy: 80.6%
Home Revenue: $8,322,185.00
Payroll Costs: $4,038,187.00
Payroll %: 48.5%
Avg Residents/Day: 62.40
Overall Rating: 3/5
Adj Nurse Hours: 3.9559
Health Insp Rating: 2/5
Staffing Rating: 4/5
QM Rating: 5/5
Rate Range: -
Pioneer Valley Living and Rehab Pioneer Valley Living and Rehab
Type of care: AL
Bed Count: 66
Pets Allowed: No
Operator: HENGGELER, PATRICK
CCN: 165615
Occupancy: 37.6%
Home Revenue: $4,266,798.00
Payroll Costs: $1,868,193.00
Payroll %: 43.8%
Avg Residents/Day: 45.30
Overall Rating: 1/5
Adj Nurse Hours: 4.2977
Health Insp Rating: 1/5
Staffing Rating: 4/5
QM Rating: 3/5
Number of Fines: 1
Rate Range: -

Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for Iowa Seniors

Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Elderly Waiver
Iowa Medicaid Elderly Waiver
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+, Iowa resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • IA Specifics: Rural focus; waitlists possible.
  • Services: In-home care (5-7 hours/day), meals ($6/meal), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care ($60/day).
Iowa Family Caregiver Support
IA NFCSP
  • General: Caregiver of someone 60+, Iowa resident.
  • Income Limits: No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
  • Asset Limits: Not applicable.
  • IA Specifics: Limited slots; rural emphasis.
  • Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$60/day), short-term facility care (up to 5 days).
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Iowa Medicare Savings Program
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, Iowa resident, Medicare Part A/B.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
  • Asset Limits: $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
  • IA Specifics: Three tiers; no waitlist.
  • Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)
  • General: Age 55+, Iowa resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, Medicaid-eligible).
  • Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • IA Specifics: Limited to western Iowa (e.g., Council Bluffs); expanding slowly.
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, therapy, respite.
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
  • General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Iowa resident.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
  • Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
  • IA Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents.
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Iowa VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Iowa resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
  • Income Limits (2025): Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
  • Asset Limits: ~$155,356 (net worth limit).
  • IA Specifics: High veteran demand in rural areas.
  • Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).
Able Up Iowa
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, Iowa resident, ability to repay loan, need for assistive tech or mods.
  • Income Limits (2025): No strict limit; must demonstrate repayment capacity.
  • Asset Limits: Not specified; credit-based.
  • IA Specifics: Loans up to $25,000; statewide via Easterseals partnership.
  • Services: Loans for wheelchairs, ramps, walk-in tubs (~$500-$10,000 avg.), reducing reliance on paid care.

Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for Iowa Seniors

Iowa Medicaid Elderly Waiver

Elderly Waiver

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, Iowa resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits:
    $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • IA Specifics:
    Rural focus; waitlists possible.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: In-home care (5-7 hours/day), meals ($6/meal), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care ($60/day).
Official Program Page
IA NFCSP

Iowa Family Caregiver Support

Requirements:
  • General:
    Caregiver of someone 60+, Iowa resident.
  • Income Limits:
    No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
  • Asset Limits:
    Not applicable.
  • IA Specifics:
    Limited slots; rural emphasis.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$60/day), short-term facility care (up to 5 days).
Iowa Medicare Savings Program

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, Iowa resident, Medicare Part A/B.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
  • Asset Limits:
    $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
  • IA Specifics:
    Three tiers; no waitlist.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Official Program Page
Iowa PACE

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

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 55+, Iowa resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, Medicaid-eligible).
  • Asset Limits:
    $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • IA Specifics:
    Limited to western Iowa (e.g., Council Bluffs); expanding slowly.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, therapy, respite.
Official Program Page
Iowa SCSEP

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Iowa resident.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
  • Asset Limits:
    Not specified; income-focused.
  • IA Specifics:
    Priority for veterans, rural residents.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
Official Program Page
Iowa VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

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

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Iowa resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
  • Asset Limits:
    ~$155,356 (net worth limit).
  • IA Specifics:
    High veteran demand in rural areas.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).
Able Up Iowa

Able Up Iowa

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, Iowa resident, ability to repay loan, need for assistive tech or mods.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    No strict limit; must demonstrate repayment capacity.
  • Asset Limits:
    Not specified; credit-based.
  • IA Specifics:
    Loans up to $25,000; statewide via Easterseals partnership.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Loans for wheelchairs, ramps, walk-in tubs (~$500-$10,000 avg.), reducing reliance on paid care.
Official Program Page

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