Oakwood Care Center

    400 US-18, Clear Lake, IA 50428
    • Independent Living
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care
    • Skilled Nursing

    Clean professional care, minor issues

    My family member has been a resident for several years and I'm very pleased overall. The facility is clean, the nursing and rehab are excellent, and the caregivers are consistently kind, professional, and family-inclusive - I confidently recommend them, with only minor administrative hiccups keeping it from perfection.

    Loved one of resident
    Jul 2026

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    4.33·(12)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      3.4
    • Staff

      4.0
    • Meals

      5.0
    • Amenities

      4.3
    • Value

      1.0

    Pros

    • Skilled nursing and rehabilitation services
    • Kind and compassionate caregiving staff
    • Professional and respectful staff interactions
    • Family-inclusive care practices
    • Clean, well-maintained facility
    • Positive long-term resident satisfaction
    • Consistently friendly and helpful staff
    • Good dining quality

    Cons

    • Inconsistent staff professionalism and conduct
    • Gaps in personal-care and hygiene routines
    • Delays in billing and refund administration
    • Poor responsiveness and care coordination
    • Gaps in resident supervision and safety protocols
    • Sanitation and cleanliness concerns in select areas
    • Allegations of serious staff misconduct requiring investigation

    Summary of reviews

    Overall impression: Reviews present a mixed picture. Many families praise the facility’s clinical capabilities — particularly skilled nursing and rehabilitation — and describe staff as kind, compassionate, and professional. At the same time, several operational and safety-related concerns appear in the feedback and merit careful follow-up by prospective residents and their families.

    Care quality: Clinical and rehabilitative care is frequently described as strong; reviewers cite effective nursing and successful therapy outcomes. However, there are recurring statements about inconsistent personal-care practices, including delays in bathing, infrequent clothing changes, and delays in assistance with mobility or toileting needs. These items suggest variability in day-to-day caregiving routines rather than uniform clinical failure.

    Staff and culture: Many comments highlight respectful, patient, and compassionate staff who involve families in care. Conversely, other comments describe lapses in staff professionalism and conduct and concerns about the tone and responsiveness of some employees. There are also isolated but serious allegations of extreme misconduct; these specific claims are significant and indicate a need for transparent investigation and strong supervisory oversight.

    Dining and activities: Dining is generally viewed positively, with several reviewers noting good food. There is less specific feedback about structured activities or engagement programs in the supplied comments; prospective families may want to ask the facility for current activity schedules and participation levels.

    Facilities and cleanliness: Multiple reviewers describe the facility as clean and well-maintained, and some residents report long, satisfying stays. At the same time, a few comments raise sanitation and cleanliness concerns in select areas and evidence of lapses in environmental oversight. These mixed observations suggest overall acceptable maintenance with occasional fluctuations.

    Management, communication, and administration: Management- and communication-related issues are a clear pattern. Reported problems include an unresponsive coordinator, poor customer-service interactions, and delays in billing or deposit refunds. These administrative weaknesses can strain family trust even when clinical care is adequate.

    Notable patterns and guidance: The reviews are polarized — many families express high satisfaction with clinical care and staff compassion, while others describe operational, hygiene, supervision, and administrative concerns. For prospective residents and families, recommended due diligence includes asking about staffing levels and turnover, personal-care schedules (bathing, linen/clothing changes, toileting assistance), incident reporting and investigation procedures, recent inspection or complaint histories, and billing/refund policies. Visiting at different times of day and speaking with current resident families can help assess consistency of care and staff conduct.

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    Medicare Ratings

    3·/ 5
    • Overall

    • Health Inspection

    • Staffing

    • Quality Measures

    Ratings from the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (Care Compare). View on Medicare.gov

    Location

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    Oakwood Care Center is located at 400 US-18, Clear Lake, IA, 50428.

    About Oakwood Care Center

    Oakwood Care Center - Clear Lake is a senior living facility located in Clear Lake, providing a range of services tailored to meet the needs of its residents. The care center offers a warm and welcoming environment where residents can feel safe and comfortable. With a focus on person-centered care, Oakwood Care Center strives to promote independence and quality of life for all residents.

    The staff at Oakwood Care Center are highly trained and dedicated to providing exceptional care to residents. They work closely with each individual to develop personalized care plans that address their unique needs and preferences. Whether residents require assistance with daily activities or specialized medical care, the team at Oakwood Care Center is committed to ensuring that each resident receives the support they need to thrive.

    In addition to excellent medical care, Oakwood Care Center - Clear Lake offers a variety of amenities to help residents feel at home. This includes spacious living areas, beautiful outdoor spaces, and a range of social activities and events to promote engagement and community among residents. The care center also provides nutritious meals prepared onsite and accommodates special dietary needs.

    Overall, Oakwood Care Center - Clear Lake is dedicated to providing a supportive and nurturing environment for seniors in need of assisted living or long-term care. With a focus on compassionate and respectful care, residents can feel confident in their decision to make Oakwood Care Center their home.

    People often ask...

    Oakwood Care Center offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing.

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    Yes, Oakwood Care Center allows residents to age in place and adjust their level of care as needed.

    The full address for this community is 400 US-18, Clear Lake, IA 50428.

    No, Oakwood Care Center does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

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