Calvin Community
Des Moines, IA, 50310
Polk County benchmark
Average nursing home: $7,870 – $11,588/month
Based on 85 facilities in Polk County
State inspection record
Last inspected: December 18, 2025
8 deficiencies found during last health inspection.
View full state inspection reportStaff turnover (last 12 months)
High turnover can indicate staffing problems. Lower is better.
National averages: RN 38.5% / total 51.2%. Source: CMS.
Detailed inspection findings
Deficiencies by category
Individual citations (5 of 8)
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
About severity codes: A-C = minimal harm, D-F = more than minimal harm, G-I = actual harm, J-L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services).
Inspection timeline
December 18, 2025
8 deficiencies found
Questions to ask on your tour
Personalized questions based on Calvin Community's actual inspection history and care type.
Based on inspection history
- 1.How often are care plans updated?
- 2.Who participates in care planning meetings?
- 3.How do you ensure resident privacy and dignity?
- 4.What is your process for handling resident complaints?
- 5.How is care plan compliance monitored?
- 6.What steps have you taken to address past quality of care issues?
- 7.How quickly are call bells answered on average?
Essential questions
- •What is the all-in monthly cost, including all fees and surcharges?
- •What is the staff-to-resident ratio during day and night shifts?
- •How do you handle medical emergencies?
- •Can I see a copy of your most recent state inspection report?
- •What happens if my loved one's care needs change?
- •Can I speak with current residents or family members?
- •What is the community fee and is it refundable?
- •What are the contract cancellation terms?
Tip: Bring a notepad and take notes. Visit at different times of day. Ask to see the dining room during a meal.
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About
A licensed skilled nursing facility in Des Moines, Iowa, providing 24-hour medical supervision and comprehensive care for seniors.
Languages spoken
English
Capacity
59 beds
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