Gracewell, an Eventide Community
114 South 20th Street · Denison, IA · 51442 · 7122633114
84 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Part of a CCRC
- Cleaner inspection record than most facilities nationally.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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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
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 5 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.45 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.81 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.07 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 20% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (10 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D October 31, 2024
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected November 30, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 31, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected November 30, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E October 31, 2024
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected November 30, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D October 31, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected November 30, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D September 21, 2023
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected October 21, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 21, 2023
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected October 21, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 21, 2023
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected October 21, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E September 21, 2023
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Corrected October 21, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E September 21, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected October 21, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E September 21, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected October 21, 2023 · Infection Control
Better-scoring options nearby
No better-scoring facility within 25 miles in the current data — this one leads its area. See the whole state.
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 165532 · certified since April 1, 2004. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.