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Ramsey Village Continuing Care Retirement Community
1611 27Th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
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Ramsey Village Continuing Care Retirement Community Description
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Care Types at Community
This community offers the following types of care
Independent Living
Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.
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Assisted Living
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Memory Care
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Review Summary
The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.
Reviews of Ramsey Village show a mix of experiences, ranging from highly positive to critical. Some reviewers praise the facility for its caring and professional staff, excellent care, and welcoming community. They highlight the facility's ability to provide a comfortable and safe environment, with special mentions of the knowledgeable and genuinely kind staff during tours, the long-term staff's passion for their work, and the facility's status as a not-for-profit five-star healthcare facility.
Several reviews commend the staff for going above and beyond, especially in terms of communication and involvement with families, and for the quality of care provided to residents. Positive experiences also include the facility's ability to check all the boxes for quality living and care, and the staff's responsiveness to questions and concerns.
However, some reviews express dissatisfaction with aspects of the administration and certain staff members, mentioning a lack of communication, unprofessional behavior, and a perceived lack of care for residents. Concerns were raised about the quality of rehabilitation services, with one reviewer stating their family member experienced a decline in health during their stay. Another review criticizes the facility for poor hygiene practices and a lack of attention to residents' needs.
Overall, while many reviews highlight the positive aspects of Ramsey Village, including its staff, care quality, and community environment, there are also significant concerns raised about management, communication, and the consistency of care provided.
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Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Nursing Home Ratings
Overall rating: 2
Health inspection rating: 2
Staffing rating: 4
Quality measure rating: 2
Long-term quality measure rating:
4
Short-term quality measure rating:
1
Nursing Home Overview
Participation
date: Feb. 16, 2004
Ownership type: For Profit
Provider
type: Medicare and Medicaid
Nursing home capacity: 78
Total current residents: 66
Facility is located in a hospital: No
Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
Resident and family council: Resident
Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines
Number of
facility
incidents: 2
Number of
substantiated complaints: 16
Number of payment denials: 0
Number of fines: 4
Total cost of fines: $4580
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services gather information about the number of hours of care provided on average to each resident each day by staff as well as the turnover of staff.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointHealth and Fire Safety Deficiencies
The Center for Medicare and Medicaid report health and fire safety deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies are more severe than others. The following table shows different levels of severity.
| Scope | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Severity of Deficiency | Isolated | Pattern | Widespread |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
| Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy | G | H | I |
| No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy | D | E | F |
| No actual harm with potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
Fire Safety Deficiencies
| Survey Date | Correction Date | Letter | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-06-15 | 2022-07-19 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). |
| 2022-06-15 | 2022-07-19 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Develop a communication plan. |
| 2022-06-15 | 2022-06-20 | E | Egress Deficiencies | Have horizontal exits used in accordance with safety requirements. |
| 2022-06-15 | 2022-06-22 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. |
| 2022-06-15 | 2022-06-17 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. |
| 2022-06-15 | 2022-06-27 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. |
| 2022-06-15 | 2022-06-22 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours. |
| 2022-06-15 | 2022-06-27 | F | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. |
| 2022-06-15 | 2022-06-24 | F | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. |
| 2022-06-15 | 2022-06-23 | F | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. |
| 2022-06-15 | 2022-06-24 | F | Electrical Deficiencies | Ensure that building systems meet requirements determined by risk assessment procedures performed by qualified personnel. |
| 2022-06-15 | 2022-07-15 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment. |
| 2022-06-15 | 2022-06-24 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk. |
| 2021-02-18 | 2021-02-24 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. |
| 2021-02-18 | 2021-03-05 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours. |
| 2021-02-18 | 2021-02-25 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. |
| 2021-02-18 | 2021-03-05 | E | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. |
| 2019-03-21 | 2019-04-20 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. |
| 2019-03-21 | 2019-04-20 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours. |
| 2019-03-21 | 2019-04-20 | F | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. |
| 2019-03-21 | 2019-04-20 | D | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. |
| 2019-03-21 | 2019-04-20 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. |
Health Safety Deficiencies
| Survey Date | Correction Date | Letter | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-04-27 | nan | E | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. |
| 2022-06-15 | 2022-07-15 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. |
| 2022-06-15 | 2022-07-15 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. |
| 2022-06-15 | 2022-07-15 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. |
| 2022-06-15 | 2022-07-15 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. |
| 2022-06-15 | 2022-07-15 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. |
| 2022-06-15 | 2022-07-15 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. |
| 2022-06-15 | 2022-07-15 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| 2022-06-15 | 2022-07-15 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. |
| 2022-06-15 | 2022-07-15 | E | Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. |
| 2021-02-23 | 2021-03-23 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. |
| 2021-02-23 | 2021-03-23 | D | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. |
| 2021-02-23 | 2021-03-23 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. |
| 2021-02-23 | 2021-03-23 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. |
| 2021-02-23 | 2021-03-23 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. |
| 2021-02-23 | 2021-03-23 | D | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. |
| 2021-02-23 | 2021-03-23 | D | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. |
| 2021-02-23 | 2021-03-23 | D | Administration Deficiencies | Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly |
| 2021-02-23 | 2021-03-23 | D | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2019-03-19 | 2019-04-15 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. |
| 2019-03-19 | 2019-04-15 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. |
| 2019-03-19 | 2019-04-15 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. |
| 2019-03-19 | 2019-04-15 | G | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
Fines
| Fine Date | Fine Amount |
|---|---|
| 2020-10-19 | $650 |
| 2020-10-26 | $975 |
| 2021-04-12 | $1,310 |
| 2022-01-24 | $1,645 |
What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is Des Moines which is 2.3 miles away and has a population of 210,330 (small city).
- The average income is $58,263, which is average compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- High Temperature: 77
- Low Temperature: 23
- Average Temperature: 52.4
- Day Breakdown: The area gets 120 days of rain, 36 days of snow and 207 days of sun
- Precipitation: 1.2 inches a year
- The median age is 34.5 years old, average compared to other cities.
- 5.6% of the population are Veterans which is a high percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
- 11.34% of the population are Foreign-born which is a low percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
- The population is 1% American Indian and Alaska Native, 6% Asian, 11% Black or African-American, 10% Hispanic or Latino, and 70% White.
- The crime rate is 1.11 per 100 people which is very low compared to other cities.
- Violent Crime: 0.39 incidents per 100 people
- Property Crime: 0.56 incidents per 100 people
- Drug-Related Crime: 0.04 incidents per 100 people
- The average life expectancy in zip code is 78.43 years old, which is average compared to other zip codes.
- Air Quality: Good Days 267.0, Moderate Days 37.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 0.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0
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Supermarkets
Hilal Groceries
0.6 miles awayPlaza Food Market
0.6 miles awayPrice Chopper
1.0 miles awayHy-Vee
1.1 miles awayGateway Market
1.5 miles awayNone Found
Bus Stations
University Ave & 28th St
0.6 miles awayUniversity Ave & 24th St
0.6 miles awayUniversity Ave & 23rd St
0.6 miles awayUniversity Ave & 29th St
0.7 miles awayUniversity Ave & 31st St
0.7 miles awayBanks
Liberty Bank
1.2 miles awayFederal Employees Credit Union
1.2 miles awayFirst American Bank
1.3 miles awayUS Bank
1.3 miles awayFreedom Financial Bank
1.5 miles awayHospitals
Broadlawns Medical Center
0.6 miles awayVA Medical Center
1.2 miles awayIowa Methodist Medical Center
1.4 miles awayMercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
1.5 miles awayIowa Lutheran Hospital
2.2 miles awayPharmacies
Walgreens
0.7 miles awayBroadlawns Medical Center Pharmacy
0.8 miles awayHy-Vee Pharmacy
1.1 miles awayHy-Vee Drugstore
1.2 miles awayMedicap Pharmacy
1.3 miles awayDentists
Mosier Dental
1.1 miles awayBruce Heilman Dentistry
1.3 miles awayJoe's Square
1.3 miles awayCollins & Hipp DDS
1.3 miles awayLinquist Family Dentistry
1.3 miles awayParks
Porter Dimery Memorial Garden
0.3 miles awaySprout Garden
0.4 miles awayMorgan E. Cline Courtyard
0.4 miles awayKragie Newell Courtyard
0.4 miles awayPella Plaza
0.4 miles awayNone Found
Shopping
Merle Hay Mall
2.8 miles awayHaymarket Mall
3.0 miles awayValley West Mall
5.0 miles awaySouthridge Mall
6.4 miles awayJordan Creek Town Center
8.2 miles awayCulture
Henry G. Harmon Fine Arts Center
0.4 miles awaySheslow Auditorium
0.5 miles awayLa Casa Cultural Center
0.7 miles awayBlack Cultural Center
0.7 miles awayPrairie Meadows Riviera Amphitheater
1.5 miles awayRestaurants
Jethro's BBQ
0.5 miles awayHaiku
0.6 miles awayAfrican Cuisine Restaurant
0.6 miles awayHoshi Sushi
0.6 miles awayDrake Diner
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