Golden Age Care Center
1915 South 18th Street · Centerville, IA · 52544 · 6418562757
46 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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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: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.15 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.94 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.22 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 29% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (15 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D October 21, 2025 · found via complaint
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 December 17, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D July 31, 2025
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected August 17, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 31, 2025
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Corrected August 17, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E July 31, 2025
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected August 17, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D July 31, 2025
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Corrected August 17, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D July 31, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected August 17, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 31, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected August 17, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D March 19, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Corrected April 4, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 19, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected April 4, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 17, 2024 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected August 8, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 17, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected August 8, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 8, 2024
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected March 8, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E February 8, 2024
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Corrected March 8, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F February 8, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 8, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D February 8, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected March 8, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 165257 · certified since June 1, 1995. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.