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Hillcrest Family Services – RCF
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About this community
Hillcrest Family Services – RCF is administered by John Bellini.
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.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes. 29 violations 20 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, violation, 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 2012 vs. Iowa state average• Total violations (7% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Iowa average:
• Violations per inspection (15% below)
Violations
| This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
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Total violations
| 29 | 27 | This facility has 7% more total violations than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (29 vs. IA avg 27).↑ 7% worse |
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Violations per inspection
| 1.5 | 1.76 | This facility has 15% fewer violations per inspection than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (1.5 vs. IA avg 1.76).↓ 15% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
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Total inspections
| 20 | 13 | This facility has had 54% more total inspections than the Iowa average (20 vs. IA avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 54% more |
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Compare Residential Care around the area
Info below is compiled from the IA Dept. of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing (DIAL), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
RESC (Residential Care):
Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
HC (Home Care):
Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
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Count of incident-based investigations (e.g. reported events) in the regulatory record for the reporting period.
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| Hillcrest Family Services – RCF | RESC | Dubuque | 66
Facility
66
IA AVG
71
Rank
#151 / 334 | No |
89
Facility
89
IA AVG
46
Rank
#13 / 424 | - | - | - | - | 20 | 19
Facility
19
IA AVG
7
Rank
#285 / 299 | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.9
Rank
#1 / 299 |
| Scottish Rite Park Health Care Center | RESC AL HC IL MC NH SNF | Des Moines (East Village) | 51
Facility
51
IA AVG
71
Rank
#213 / 334 | No |
91
Facility
91
IA AVG
46
Rank
#2 / 424 | - | - |
60.8%
Facility
60.8%
IA AVG
63.7%
Rank
#154 / 295 | - | 18 | 6
Facility
6
IA AVG
7
Rank
#175 / 299 | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.9
Rank
#1 / 299 |
| Rotary Senior Living | RESC AL IL MC NH | Eagle Grove | 40
Facility
40
IA AVG
71
Rank
#261 / 334 | No |
24
Facility
24
IA AVG
46
Rank
#341 / 424 | Private Rooms | 7
Facility
7
IA AVG
18
Rank
#189 / 258 |
77.5%
Facility
77.5%
IA AVG
63.7%
Rank
#102 / 295 | - | 4 | 1
Facility
1
IA AVG
7
Rank
#36 / 299 | 1
Facility
1
IA AVG
0.9
Rank
#205 / 299 |
| Parkview Home | RESC AL HOS NH RC SNF | Jackson Wayland | 34
Facility
34
IA AVG
71
Rank
#303 / 334 | No |
22
Facility
22
IA AVG
46
Rank
#348 / 424 | - | - |
94.1%
Facility
94.1%
IA AVG
63.7%
Rank
#18 / 295 | - | 13 | 2
Facility
2
IA AVG
7
Rank
#59 / 299 | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.9
Rank
#1 / 299 |
| Deerfield Health Care Center | RESC AL IL NH | Urbandale | 30
Facility
30
IA AVG
71
Rank
#318 / 334 | Yes |
5
Facility
5
IA AVG
46
Rank
#408 / 424 | - | 21
Facility
21
IA AVG
18
Rank
#103 / 258 |
73.3%
Facility
73.3%
IA AVG
63.7%
Rank
#123 / 295 | A+ | 21 | 3
Facility
3
IA AVG
7
Rank
#93 / 299 | 3
Facility
3
IA AVG
0.9
Rank
#253 / 299 |
Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every IA community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Frequently Asked Questions about Hillcrest Family Services – RCF
Is Hillcrest Family Services – RCF in a walkable area?
Hillcrest Family Services – RCF has a walk score of 89. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
What is the license number of Hillcrest Family Services – RCF?
According to IA state health department records, Hillcrest Family Services – RCF's license number is 310829.
When does Hillcrest Family Services – RCF's license expire?
According to IA state health department records, Hillcrest Family Services – RCF's license expires on October 26, 2026.
Are pets allowed at Hillcrest Family Services – RCF?
No, Hillcrest Family Services – RCF has a no-pet policy.
What is the best email address for Hillcrest Family Services – RCF?
The team at Hillcrest Family Services – RCF can be reached at john.bellini@hillcrest-fs.org.
Who is the administrator of Hillcrest Family Services – RCF?
John Bellini is the administrator of Hillcrest Family Services – RCF.
How many beds does Hillcrest Family Services – RCF have?
Hillcrest Family Services – RCF has 66 beds.
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