State Center Specialty Care is a skilled nursing facility located in State Center, Iowa. It provides an array of care services tailored to meet the needs of its residents, including long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, and specialized support for individuals requiring 24-hour skilled nursing care. Certified by both Medicare and Medicaid since April 1, 1998, the facility aims to offer comprehensive healthcare support, ensuring residents receive individualized care plans. The center accommodates 35 current occupants and is equipped to support communication in multiple languages, including Spanish, French, Hindi, Vietnamese, Chinese, and German, fostering an inclusive environment for residents from diverse backgrounds.
The facility provides extensive medical and rehabilitation services such as pain management, wound care, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and stroke care. With an emphasis on holistic caregiving, State Center Specialty Care also offers medication management, hospice care, respite care, outpatient rehabilitation, and management of special dietary restrictions. Additional amenities include a barber/beauty salon, a chapel for spiritual needs, and various clubs and communities to encourage social interaction.
However, reviews from residents and their families indicate concerns about the quality of care regarding the management of personal items and communication with staff. Specifically, issues have been reported about the frequent loss of personal belongings, such as clothing, leading to anxiety and dissatisfaction among residents and their families. Despite notifying staff, including nurses, no effective solutions have been implemented, highlighting potential gaps in communication and accountability. This has led to heightened stress for family members who feel uneasy about their loved ones' well-being and care within the facility. State Center Specialty Care offers resident and family counseling to address such issues, striving for improvements in their care approach.
Costs at this community start at $5,475 and range up to $6,448. The average price in the community is $5,962, which is more than the average price in the area of $5,010. 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.
