Wilton Retirement Community
What to know about this facility
Registered Nurse (RN) care
0.71 hours/day
Iowa average: 0.67 hrs/day
#176 of 391 in Iowa
Total nursing care
4.85 hours/day
Iowa average: 3.68 hrs/day
#21 of 391 in Iowa
Quality rating
5 of 5 stars
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Based on clinical outcomes
Higher quality than most Iowa facilities
Recent inspections
10 problems
Multiple concerns
During government inspections
More problems than most Iowa facilities
Understanding these metrics: RN hours measure registered nurse care (medical attention). Total hours include all nursing staff (RNs, LPNs, nursing assistants). Quality ratings reflect clinical outcomes. Inspection problems range from minor paperwork to serious safety concerns.
How this facility ranks in Iowa
#176
of 391 Iowa nursing homes
Better RN staffing than 54% of facilities
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Strength: High quality rating (5 stars)
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Concern: 10 inspection problems found
Other options with higher RN staffing
These nearby Iowa nursing homes have more registered nurse hours per resident:
- Mercyone North Iowa Medical Services 4.79 RN hrs/day
- Childserve Habilitation Center 4.30 RN hrs/day
- Strawberry Point Lutheran Home 1.95 RN hrs/day
- Deerfield Health Care Center 1.95 RN hrs/day
- On With Life Long Term Care 1.94 RN hrs/day
Beyond the numbers
These metrics matter, but they're just the beginning. Choosing the right nursing home also requires understanding:
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Location & visiting
How far from family who'll visit regularly? What are visiting hours and policies?
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Specialized care
Memory care for dementia? Diabetes management? Physical therapy? Not all facilities offer all services.
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Cost & payment
Monthly costs? Medicare or Medicaid acceptance? Which services are included vs. extra charges?
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Culture & environment
Does it feel welcoming? What activities are offered? How do staff interact with residents?
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Current availability
Are there openings? Waitlist status? Can they accommodate your timeline?
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Insurance coverage
What does insurance cover? How do Medicare Part A vs. Part B work? Long-term care insurance?
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