Wilton Retirement Community

Nursing Home in Iowa

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
Wilton Retirement Community

Nursing Home in Iowa

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.

Overview of Wilton Retirement Community

Wilton Retirement Community is a not-for-profit provider of long term care services where people feel valued, safe, respected, and loved. It offers skilled nursing, assisted living, and a memory care unit for residents with Alzheimer's disease and other dementia illnesses. The community emphasizes a supportive environment for both residents and their families.

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.
5/5 ▲ 1.8 Iowa average: 3.3/5
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.
4/5 ▲ 1.1 Iowa average: 3.0/5
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 ▲ 0.3 Iowa average: 3.7/5
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 ▲ 1.5 Iowa average: 3.5/5

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Iowa state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 11th out of 240 homes in Iowa.

Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
5h 52m per day
Rank #11 / 240Nurse hours — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 11th out of 240 homes in Iowa.Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Iowa average, with a ranking across 240 Iowa SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.
This facility Iowa avg (4h 25m per day)
vs Iowa avg
+33%

3 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric Nurse Aide is +58% above state avg
Staff typeHours / dayvs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes. 41m per day ▼ 7% State avg: 44m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care. 29m per day ▼ 15% State avg: 34m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life. 4h 0m per day ▲ 58% State avg: 2h 32m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 4h 25m per day ▲ 32% State avg: 3h 21m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation. 1m per day ▼ 50% State avg: 2m per day · National avg: 4m per day
RN (Weekend) Info Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent. 40m per day ▲ 33% State avg: 30m per day · National avg: 28m per day

Capacity and availability

Avg. Length of Stay
162 days

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily short stays

Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.

Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery Temporary care Transitional stays

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

20% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 months

Private pay

61% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 5 months

Medicaid

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

Typical stay 9 - 10 months

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$5.3M
Operating deficit
-$459.8K
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$5.3M Rank #170 / 241Revenue — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 170th out of 241 homes in Iowa.Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Iowa SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.
Operating deficit
-$459.8K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations. Rank #147 / 241Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 147th out of 241 homes in Iowa.Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Iowa average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.
$2.6M
48.9% of revenue Rank #78 / 241Payroll % — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 78th out of 241 homes in Iowa.Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Iowa average. Well-run SNFs often land around 55–65%. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$3.1M
Total costs $5.7M
Bed community size
34-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
12 years in operation
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
85%
Rank #38 / 246Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 38th out of 246 homes in Iowa.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Iowa average, with its statewide rank out of 246. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Higher than the Iowa average: 75.4%
Occupied beds
29 / 34
Average residents 51 per day

License Details

Facility TypeFree Standing Nf/snf
StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 27, 2014
CountyMuscatine
License Number703215
CMS Certification Number165611
Certification TypeFALSE

Ownership & Operating Entity

Wilton Retirement Community is administrated by Tifany Rickey.

Owner NameSimpson Memorial Home(Free Standing NF/SNF) | 700230

Contact Information

Fax5637325068

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsSkilled & Long Term Care, Townsend Care Center Memory Care Unit, Assisted Living Residences, For Our Families, Careers, Ways to Help, News, Join Our Community, Schedule a Tour, Resident Application, Veterans Information Form, Contact
Volunteer ProgramsYes

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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.

14 visits/inspections Info Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.

Iowa average: 17 visits/inspections

Iowa average: 0 inspections

Latest inspection

Date December 31, 2025

30 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Iowa average: 27 deficiencies

Inspection Report Summary for Wilton Retirement Community

The most recent inspection on December 31, 2025, identified a deficiency related to unsecured medications for five cognitively impaired residents and inadequate supervision during medication administration. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies involving medication management, care planning, infection control, and reporting of resident incidents. Complaint investigations were generally unsubstantiated, though prior reports noted failures in notification and investigation of resident altercations. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility’s inspection history shows recurring issues primarily with medication security and care documentation, with no clear trend of consistent improvement or worsening over time.

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 4

Iowa average 4.9


Last Health inspection on Oct 2024

Total health citations
16 Rank #117 / 240Health citations — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 117th out of 240 homes in Iowa.Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Iowa state average, with a ranking across all 240 IA SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.

Iowa average 21.7

Citations per inspection
4

Iowa average 4.11


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

13 of 16 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 3 of 16 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info
0
100% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 0.6


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 0.9

0 critical citations More info Iowa average: 0.6

0 serious citations More info Iowa average: 0.9

16 moderate citations More info Iowa average: 19.7

0 minor citations More info Iowa average: 0.5
Citations history (last 3 years)
Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Oct 10, 2024
Corrected

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Info Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. Jul 20, 2023
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Jul 20, 2023
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Info Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions. Jul 20, 2023
Corrected

Compare Nursing Homes around Iowa The information below is reported by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing.

5 facilities compared · CMS & IA Dept. of Health data · Updated Apr 2026

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Wilton Retirement Community
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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).

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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Akron Care Center, INC
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).

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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Accura HealthCare of Carlisle
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).

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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Accura Healthcare of Spirit Lake
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).

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.

Spirit Lake85 66.6% -12%4.29 -8%0%1217.0165---$7.1M$3.0M42.3%165528
Accura Healthcare of Lake City, LLC
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).

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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Elderly Waiver

Iowa Medicaid Elderly Waiver

Age 65+
General 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

Rural focus; waitlists possible.

Benefits
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

Age Caregiver of someone 60+
General Iowa resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
IA

Limited slots; rural emphasis.

Benefits
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

Age 65+ or disabled
General 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

Three tiers; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

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

Iowa PACE

Age 55+
General 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

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

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy Respite

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Iowa SCSEP

Age 55+
General unemployed, low-income, Iowa resident.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL
Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.
IA

Priority for veterans, rural residents.

Benefits
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

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General 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

High veteran demand in rural areas.

Benefits
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

Age 65+ or disabled
General 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

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

Benefits
Loans for wheelchairs Ramps Walk-in tubs (~$500-$10,000 avg.) Reducing reliance on paid care

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 77
Employees 64
Contractors 13
Staff to resident ratio 2.57:1
29% better than Iowa average

Iowa average ratio: 2.00:1

Avg staff/day 25
Average shift 7.3 hours
0% compared with Iowa average

Iowa average: 7.4 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 16,548
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 7
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.6 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 6
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 6.8 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 34
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.7 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

3.6%

595 contractor hours this quarter

Physical Therapy Assistant: 5 Physical Therapy Aide: 2 Qualified Social Worker: 2 Speech Language Pathologist: 1 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant340348,14191100%7.7
Medication Aide/Technician7072,62291100%8
Registered Nurse7071,5098189%8.6
Licensed Practical Nurse6067647785%6.8
RN Director of Nursing2025046167%7.9
Dietitian1015016369%8
Nurse Practitioner2024865257%9.3
Mental Health Service Worker1014645864%8
Other Dietary Services Staff1014605965%7.8
Administrator2024345560%7.9
Speech Language Pathologist0111996774%3
Physical Therapy Aide0221736066%2.9
Occupational Therapy Aide011831415%5.9
Clinical Nurse Specialist10169910%7.7
Qualified Social Worker022652426%2.7
Physical Therapy Assistant055422426%1.7
Respiratory Therapy Technician011242426%1
Occupational Therapy Assistant0111133%3.5
34 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
7 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 100%
7 Registered Nurse
% of Days 89%
6 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 85%
2 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 67%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 69%
2 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 57%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 64%
1 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 65%
2 Administrator
% of Days 60%
1 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 74%
2 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 66%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 15%
1 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 10%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 26%
5 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 26%
1 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 26%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 3%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 30
Medicaid
12
40% of residents
Private pay or other
18
60% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 6.3
39% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 10.2

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 17.1
21% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 21.6

Long-stay resident measures
Average Iowa avg: 3.3 Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 12.9%
31% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 18.8%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 11.5%
42% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 19.7%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 27.0%
In line with Iowa average

Iowa average: 26.2%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 1.7%
54% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 3.6%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 2.3%
47% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 4.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 2.5%
In line with Iowa average

Iowa average: 2.5%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 3.0%
39% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 5.0%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 8.2%
111% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 3.9%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 14.1%
26% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 19.0%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 97.5%
In line with Iowa average

Iowa average: 94.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
5% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 95.3%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.74
18% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 1.48

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.62
22% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 2.09

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 97.6%
15% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 85.1%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
100% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 1.8%

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