Oelwein Healthcare Center

    600 7th St SE, Oelwein, IA, 50662
    3.9 · 8 reviews
    • Assisted living
    • Memory care
    • Skilled nursing
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    4.0

    Trustworthy staff, management needs improvement

    I'm impressed by the warm, caring, hardworking staff - they're trustworthy, family-inclusive, and provide great care and very good food. My only major complaint is the company/facility management, which felt horrible and needs serious improvement.

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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

    3.88 · 8 reviews

    Overall rating

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

      5.0
    • Staff

      5.0
    • Meals

      4.0
    • Amenities

      3.9
    • Value

      3.9

    Pros

    • Warm, caring staff
    • Family-inclusive care
    • Friendly atmosphere
    • High-quality/great care
    • Very good food
    • Staff described as awesome, hardworking, trustworthy

    Cons

    • Negative company/management feedback
    • Poor facility condition reported
    • Potential inconsistency in resident experience
    • Limited information about activities and amenities

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment across the provided review summaries is predominantly positive but with a notable strong negative outlier. The most consistent and emphatic theme is praise for staff: reviewers use multiple warm, complimentary descriptors (warm, caring, friendly, awesome, hardworking, trustworthy). That repeated emphasis indicates staff behavior and interpersonal care are a core strength and a primary driver of positive impressions.

    Care quality and family engagement are also highlighted in the positive summaries. Phrases such as "great care" and "family-inclusive care" suggest that clinical or caregiving standards meet families' expectations and that the facility involves families in the care process. Dining receives a distinct positive mention as well — "very good food" — which points to a satisfactory meal program that contributes to resident satisfaction and overall experience.

    In contrast, one review summary delivers a strong negative verdict, labeling both the company and the facility as "horrible." This is a sharp divergence from the otherwise favorable comments and represents a significant concern. With only one such strongly negative entry among several positive ones, it is not possible from these summaries alone to determine whether this reflects an isolated incident or a more systemic problem related to management or the physical condition of the facility. The presence of this outlier does, however, introduce uncertainty and suggests variability in experience that prospective residents and families should probe further.

    There are also gaps in the available information. None of the summaries mention activities, programming, detailed facility amenities, staffing levels, cleanliness specifics, cost, or responsiveness of administration beyond the single negative comment about the company. That absence limits the ability to fully evaluate daily life and operational aspects. In sum, the dominant pattern is strong, positive sentiment about staff performance, care quality, family involvement, and dining, tempered by a single, significant complaint about company and facility quality that warrants additional investigation before making a final judgment.

    Location

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    About Oelwein Healthcare Center

    Oelwein Health Care Center is a small nursing facility located in Oelwein, Iowa, with a capacity of 61 beds. As a for-profit, corporate-owned establishment, it provides both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care services to its residents. The center participates in Medicare and Medicaid programs, making it accessible to individuals covered under these forms of insurance. It is not part of a continuing care retirement community and operates independently to serve the needs of its residents.

    The facility offers an environment where residents receive daily assistance with medical and personal needs, including medication administration, dressing, eating, and mobility support. Nurse staffing at Oelwein Health Care Center averages 2 hours and 50 minutes per resident per day, with recognized consistency between weekend and weekday staffing levels. This commitment to reliable nurse availability helps to ensure appropriate care around the clock.

    Preventive care and resident wellness are prioritized at Oelwein Health Care Center, as reflected by the high proportion of residents—99.5%—receiving their annual flu vaccinations. The majority of residents, approximately 86.7%, retain the ability to independently move, eat, use the bathroom, and perform other daily activities. The center also maintains a low rate of emergency room visits, averaging 1.2 visits per 1000 patient days, which demonstrates effective management of resident health and prompt response to their needs.

    Oelwein Health Care Center undergoes regular state health, safety, and fire inspections consistent with national standards. Recent inspections found the facility performing well with no fines or denied payments reported in the last three years. The staff’s approach centers on personalized care and attention to changes in resident conditions, focusing on minimizing risk and promoting each individual's quality of life. Oelwein Health Care Center stands as a supportive, health-focused environment for individuals requiring either short-term rehabilitation or ongoing long-term care.

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