Winslow House Care Center

    3456 Indian Creek Rd, Marion, IA 52302
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care
    • Skilled Nursing

    Caring homelike skilled nursing community

    I moved my mom into this small, tree-lined skilled nursing community and have been very pleased - it feels homelike and well-kept, with a warm, close-knit atmosphere and engaging activities (Casino Night was a hit). Staff are professional, compassionate, and resident-first - nurses, aides and management go out of their way, therapy and dining are excellent - I would gladly recommend and return.

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    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

    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

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

    Room

    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Dining room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library

    Community services

    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    3.84·(31)

    Overall rating

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

      3.7
    • Staff

      4.3
    • Meals

      5.0
    • Amenities

      5.0
    • Value

      3.0

    Pros

    • Compassionate, resident-centered nursing and caregiving
    • Knowledgeable licensed nurses and skilled aides
    • Small, family-like community atmosphere
    • Attractive, tree-lined grounds and outdoor setting
    • Bright, well-lit common areas with seasonal decorations
    • Engaging activity program and special events
    • Effective therapy and rehabilitation services
    • Supportive, accessible management and smooth transitions
    • Positive customer service and welcoming staff interactions
    • Pleasant dining experiences for many residents

    Cons

    • Inconsistent staff conduct and communication tone
    • Reliance on agency staffing for some shifts
    • Delays in responding to call lights and resident requests
    • Dietary staffing shortages and unclear role division
    • Interior cleanliness and odor concerns in some areas
    • High staff workload and low-compensation pressures
    • Restrictive or inconsistently applied visitation/access policies

    Summary of reviews

    Winslow House Care Center presents a mix of strengths and operational challenges. Many families describe a small, homelike skilled-nursing environment with compassionate caregiving, knowledgeable nurses, and attentive aides. The facility's grounds and outdoor setting are frequently praised; common areas are described as bright and decorated for holidays, and several reviewers highlighted engaging activities and special events that contribute to a positive social environment. Therapy and rehabilitation services receive favorable comments for helping residents make progress.

    Staffing and care delivery appear uneven. While management and numerous staff members are characterized as supportive and resident-focused, there are also concerns about inconsistent staff conduct and communication tone, particularly related to some agency night staff. Several families described delayed responses to call lights and incidents where call systems were not positioned within easy reach, which suggests variability in day-to-day responsiveness. These patterns point to staffing stability and supervision as areas to review further.

    Dietary and support operations show mixed signals. Some reviewers praised the food and dining experiences, but others described a dietary team under pressure: cooks performing multiple support tasks, bussing and sanitizing duties, and perceptions of role misalignment and inadequate compensation. This combination implies operational strain in the kitchen and dining workflow that can affect service continuity and staff morale.

    Facility condition and access are also variable. The exterior and grounds are frequently described as attractive and well maintained, but some reviewers noted that interior spaces do not consistently reflect that standard and that there are occasional odor and cleanliness concerns in parts of the building. Visitation and access policies were described as restrictive by some visitors, though staff assistance with admissions and transitions was praised in other accounts.

    Overall, Winslow House may suit families seeking a small, community-oriented skilled nursing setting with active programming and visible managerial engagement. Prospective residents and their families should consider an on-site visit and ask specific questions about overnight staffing models, agency usage, call-response performance, dietary staffing and role expectations, and interior cleanliness practices to confirm the facility’s operational consistency aligns with their priorities.

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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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    Winslow House Care Center is located at 3456 Indian Creek Rd, Marion, IA, 52302.

    About Winslow House Care Center

    Winslow House Care Center sits at 3456 Indian Creek Rd in Marion, Iowa, and folks like knowing it's a nonprofit nursing facility with long-term care and skilled rehabilitation services, plus outpatient therapy, assisted living, and memory care right in the Mound View area, and they've got 50 certified beds with an average of about 41 residents a day, staying small enough that the place feels homey instead of crowded. The team includes people like Molly Schulte, Gina Wendel, and Clete Younger who've been in manager roles since 2023. Residents can get care around the clock, with nurse staffing at about 3.63 hours per resident each day, though they've had a nurse turnover rate of 53.2%, and while that's something to note, many say the staff that stay are friendly and caring. The center's tied to Healthcare Of Iowa, and you'll find things like physical, occupational, and speech therapy, so people who need help getting stronger after illness or an injury can get the support they need, and folks stay busy with activities and even get transportation if they need to head out. They try to keep residents connected by running programs with local organizations, which sometimes brings in some visitors or volunteers that make days a bit brighter for everyone, and it sounds like the goal's to create a meaningful everyday life for each person, whether that's through activities or simply chatting with neighbors and staff.

    Now as for inspections, Winslow House Care Center did have 17 documented deficiencies, including problems like infection control and pharmacy service, such as not having a licensed pharmacist on staff at one time, and having issues with timely care planning for residents, so families might want to review those details and stay in touch with management because health standards matter for peace of mind. The place is a member of IHCA's Premier Partners, the Iowa Healthcare Association, and the Iowa Center for Assisted Living, and offers extended health care and a range of services for people who need more support or can't live independently anymore. You'll find both care and some chances to socialize, since they have events through the week and keep the atmosphere low-key and comfortable without feeling like a big institution, and everything's arranged to help older adults feel like they belong in the Marion community. Winslow House Care Center keeps their hours open 24/7 every day and shares information online at winslowhousecarecenter.com, so families can check out more about what's on offer, and staff help with things like MDS support and enrollment when folks need help navigating healthcare choices. Overall, while it's good to be aware of inspection history and turnover rates, many have found the center provides a safe, welcoming place for seniors who need skilled nursing, rehab, and a bit more help in daily life.

    People often ask...

    Winslow House Care Center offers assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing.

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    The full address for this community is 3456 Indian Creek Rd, Marion, IA 52302.

    No, Winslow House 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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