Hillcrest Family Services – RCF

Hillcrest Family Services – RCF

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Hillcrest Family Services – RCF accepts Medicaid.

Overview of Hillcrest Family Services – Rcf

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Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 66 Rank #151 / 334Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 151st out of 334 homes we track in Iowa for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Iowa facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk. Rank #13 / 424Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 13th out of 424 homes we track in Iowa for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Iowa facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Facilities
StatusActive
ExpirationOctober 26, 2026
CountyDubuque
License Number310829

Ownership & Operating Entity

Hillcrest Family Services – RCF is administered by John Bellini.

Payment & Insurance

1 service
Accept Medicaid

Additional Services

4 services
Residential Services
Outpatient Services
Outreach Services
Home & Community-Based Services

Contact Information

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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.

Since 2012 · 14 years of data These figures come from state-published data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.
29 violations 20 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info 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
Overall vs. IA average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Iowa average:
• Total violations (7% above)
1 Better Metrics better than Iowa average:
• Violations per inspection (15% below)

Violations Info Violations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityIA Averagevs. IA Avg
Total violations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 2927 This facility has 7% more total violations than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (29 vs. IA avg 27).↑ 7% worse
Violations per inspection Info Average violations per inspection. 1.51.76 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 Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityIA Averagevs. IA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 2013 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.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
Count of incident-based investigations (e.g. reported events) in the regulatory record for the reporting period.
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
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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
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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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