Guttenberg Care Center
Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise compassionate and attentive nursing staff. Still worth an in-person visit.
based on 23 Google reviews
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What this means for your family
This facility is highly regarded for its compassionate nursing care and responsiveness to families, particularly during end-of-life transitions and rehabilitation. However, if daily engagement and activity levels are a priority for your loved one, we recommend visiting in person to observe the daily routine and asking management specifically about their current activity programming.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
23 reviews on Google“Guttenberg Care Center receives high praise for its compassionate nursing staff and effective rehabilitation services, with family members specifically highlighting the facility's support during end-of-life care. However, there is a stark contrast in feedback, as some observers express significant concern regarding a perceived lack of stimulating activities and a focus on end-of-life care over active rehabilitation. Families should weigh the positive reports of attentive bedside care against the critical feedback regarding daily engagement and staffing levels.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Compassionate and attentive nursing staff
- Effective physical therapy and rehabilitation
- Supportive and accommodating end-of-life care
- Responsive communication with families
Concerns
- Lack of stimulating activities for residents (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
- Understaffing impacting resident quality of life (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 24 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
This facility actively engages with reviewer feedback.
Questions for Your Tour
- 1I noticed your team is very active in responding to feedback online; how do you incorporate that family input into your daily operations?
- 2With a smaller community of 46 residents, how do you ensure that staffing levels remain consistent enough to provide personalized attention throughout the day?
- 3What specific steps are you taking to expand your activity calendar to ensure residents stay engaged and stimulated throughout the week?
- 4Given your strong reputation for rehabilitation and end-of-life care, how does your nursing team coordinate with families during critical medical transitions?
- 5Since you have maintained a high CMS health inspection rating, what is your approach to maintaining those safety standards during busy shifts?
- 6How do you balance the need for structured care with opportunities for residents to socialize and participate in group events?
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Key Review Excerpts
“The staff quickly moved Mom to the Hospice Room, when we knew she was declining. They even moved her things, like her dresser and statues and hung pictures on the wall. You were very accommodating to us, being such a large family.”
“Questions we had for any staff were always answered with care and was explained - and we were updated alot with both of them on their care !”
“PT Staff were very helpful in getting my strength back with a positive therapy plan. All in all, it was very beneficial for starting my recovery.”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026Both RN and total nursing hours are below national benchmarks. This can mean less clinical attention per resident, so ask about their staffing plan.
Quality Measures
Quality Measures
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures
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Residents on antipsychotic medication
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Residents needing more daily help over time
Residents with pressure sores (bedsores)
Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
Guttenberg Care Center shows a concerning pattern of recurring safety deficiencies, particularly with electrical systems and emergency preparedness. The facility has struggled with generator backup power issues appearing in both 2024 and 2025 surveys, and problems with power strip usage found in 2023 and 2024. While all deficiencies have correction dates, the repeated violations in critical safety areas suggest ongoing maintenance and preparedness challenges that families should discuss during visits.
Nov 20, 2025Routine1
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Nov 7, 2024Routine7
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Develop a communication plan.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Services Deficiencies
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Nov 9, 2023Routine4
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
State Inspection History
State Inspections
Source: Iowa Dept. of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing
Nov 20, 2025InspectionClean
Fed violations: 0, State violations: 0
Nov 7, 2024InspectionClean
Fed violations: 0, State violations: 0
Jul 1, 2024ComplaintClean
Fed violations: 0, State violations: 0
Nov 9, 2023InspectionClean
Fed violations: 0, State violations: 0
Apr 12, 2023ComplaintClean
Fed violations: 0, State violations: 0
Aug 17, 2022ComplaintClean
Fed violations: 0, State violations: 0
Aug 14, 2022InspectionClean
Fed violations: 0, State violations: 0
Jul 14, 2022InspectionClean
Fed violations: 2, State violations: 0
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Guttenberg Care Center
for profit
Chain Affiliation
Legacy Healthcare
89 facilities nationwide
Chain avg rating: 3.0/5 · Rank 8 of 89 (Best)
Ownership & Management
Owners
Friedman, Brian
Individual is an Owner, Partner or Trustee of Any Adp of the Snf
Shabat, Ahuva
Individual is an Owner, Partner or Trustee of Any Adp of the Snf
Key personnel
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