Calvin Community
4210 Hickman Road · Des Moines, IA · 50310 · 5152776141
59 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Part of a CCRC
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.38 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.77 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.78 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 33% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $4,233 |
Inspection citations (12 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D December 18, 2025
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected January 9, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E December 18, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected January 9, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 18, 2025
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected January 9, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 18, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected January 9, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 18, 2025
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.
Corrected January 9, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D December 18, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected January 9, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D December 18, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected January 9, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E December 18, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected January 9, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D January 23, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected February 14, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 23, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected February 14, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 23, 2025
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected February 14, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 28, 2024
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected April 18, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| July 31, 2023 | Fine | $4,233 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 165479 · certified since April 1, 2003. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.