Heritage Specialty Care is a nursing home facility located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Certified by Medicare and Medicaid since February 1997, it offers a wide range of care services to its 136 current occupants. The facility is committed to providing long-term care and skilled nursing, with specialized programs available for those seeking memory care, rehabilitation, and hospice care. Residents have access to 24-hour skilled nursing care, ensuring continuous support for their medical needs. Heritage Specialty Care emphasizes individualized care plans, tailoring support to match each resident's unique requirements. Additional supportive services include medication management, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and specialized stroke care.
Residents at Heritage Specialty Care have access to various amenities designed to enhance their quality of life, such as a barber and beauty salon, chapel, and clubs and communities that foster social engagement. The facility also offers comprehensive ancillary services like laundry and dry cleaning, respite care, and outpatient rehabilitation. Heritage Specialty Care supports a multilingual environment with staff proficient in Spanish, German, Hindi, Vietnamese, Chinese, and French, accommodating a diverse resident population. Specialized medical services such as pain management, podiatry, wound care, and speech therapy are available to address the complex health needs of residents. Other features include an on-site pharmacy for special dietary restrictions and regular podiatry visits. The facility's emphasis on compassion and care is reflected in its provisions for resident and family counseling. Despite some mixed reviews indicating variability in service quality, the facility continues to develop its care protocols and amenities.
Costs at this community start at $5,765 and range up to $6,281. The average price in the community is $6,023, which is more than the average price in the area of $4,825. The cost of nursing homes in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
