Iowa City Rehab and Health Care Center stands at 1526 Sycamore Street in Iowa City, offering skilled nursing and residential care to people who need round-the-clock help. The facility's set up to take care of 89 residents in certified beds and usually has about 43 people living there at a time. People come here from different counties-Johnson, Iowa, Linn, Cedar, Muscatine, Louisa, and Washington-since they serve a wide area. The center's been around a long time, going back to 1983, and it's known for working with Iowa City Hospice to provide end-of-life hospice care along with palliative care for those dealing with serious illnesses, and they put a focus on being kind and helping folks stay comfortable. The staff offer support in many ways, including emotional, spiritual, and symptom management options, and there are resources for families, physicians, and even faith leaders.
Residents live in semi-private suites with simple comforts like free wireless internet, cable TV, and phone services. Safety's kept in mind with security and fire systems, and there's a hair salon, a specific place for smoking, and outdoor spaces with a little serenity-like a courtyard, patio, or gazebo-for folks to relax. The place runs twenty-four hours, every day of the week, and the staff handles things like housekeeping, laundry, and family support programs. On top of activities to keep seniors engaged, there's skilled medical care, which includes help like IV therapy, tracheostomy care, diabetes management, dementia training, regular nursing care, and even respite services for families who need a break. The facility encourages a sense of community, so people don't feel alone, and family education programs try to keep everyone informed.
The center's been managed by a few different groups over the years, including Arboreta Healthcare and, more recently, P&M Holding Group and Opco Iowa City IA LLC. Inspection reports from CMS show a total of 93 deficiencies, including 4 related to infection control, and the center's been cited for not having a qualified infection prevention expert. Nurse staffing sits at about 3.16 hours per resident each day, which is below the Iowa average. Ownership comes down through organizations like Greenside Healthcare Properties LLC and Arboreta Healthcare. All in all, Iowa City Rehab and Health Care Center offers basic services and specialized care for seniors, though inspection and staffing records show some areas that need attention.
