Rose Haven Nursing Home sits at 1500 Franklyn Ave in Marengo, Iowa, where it's been caring for seniors since 1964, and it's been independently owned all along, which gives it that family-like feeling people always talk about, with staff like RNs, LPNs, CNAs, cooks, and maintenance all working together and really getting to know the residents, and you can tell because so many reviewers mention how kindness and friendliness stand out every day. The facility offers both skilled nursing and long-term care, so there's help for anything from short recovery stays after an illness or surgery to permanent living for folks who need more support, and they make sure 24/7 nursing care is always available. People find help with daily things like bathing, dressing, and getting around, and they also receive medication management, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy, all personalized to fit what each person needs.
Rose Haven provides specialized care for those with Alzheimer's or other types of dementia, using careful routines, monitoring, and safe spaces to cut down on confusion and wandering, and there's always attention on reducing anxiety and helping folks feel secure. The staff coordinates with families and health providers to support residents' mental, physical, and emotional health, and they offer social services to help everyone adjust and feel supported. Meals stand out here; there's a dining room with scheduled service and menus made by a Registered Dietician, so meals are nutritious, home-cooked, and can be changed if someone needs an allergy-friendly or diabetic diet, and there's always an option for alternative meals.
You'll find activity programs running each week, with everything from games, spiritual groups, movie nights, community socials, and even some night and weekend events, all designed to keep people more engaged and connected. The grounds have walking paths and tended gardens, and inside the rooms are furnished with things like telephones for each resident. There's independent and assisted living at The Lodge on Lafayette, which is a connected building with ten units for people who want a bit more privacy but still enjoy access to services and social activities.
Rose Haven's building has seen many upgrades since 2016, including a new whirlpool room and plenty of remodeling to keep things safe and up to date. Staff offer transportation, parking for visitors, salon services like haircuts and styling, daily housekeeping, personal laundry with no extra fee, and move-in help for people who are changing from home or hospital. Rose Haven accepts Medicare and Medicaid and belongs to the Iowa Health Care Association and the Iowa Center for Assisted Living.
After sixty years, Rose Haven still aims to keep a home-like feeling, with staff who spend real time with residents, listen to their families, and try to learn what makes each person feel at ease and cared for, whether someone needs short-term rehab, memory care, or full-time nursing help, and they always work to create a place where people feel secure, respected, and included.
