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Happy Siesta Health Care Center

Meets baseline Medicare standards with room for improvement. A tour and talking to current residents' families is the best next step.

423 Roosevelt St, Remsen, IA 5105062 bedsLicensed & Active
3/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
4.4/5

based on 11 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

This facility is highly regarded by families for its clean environment and responsive, caring staff. Because the majority of the positive reviews are very brief, we recommend scheduling an in-person tour to observe the daily activity levels and dining experience firsthand.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

11 reviews on Google
Happy Siesta Health Care Center receives high praise from family members for its kind, attentive staff and clean, well-maintained environment. While the reviews are overwhelmingly positive, they are largely brief and lack detailed descriptions of daily operations or clinical outcomes.

Quality Themes

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FoodN/AStaff10.0Clean10.0ActivitiesN/AMedsN/AMemory10.0Comms10.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Kind and thoughtful nursing staff
  • Clean and well-kept facility
  • Effective communication with families
  • Positive environment for memory care residents

Rating Trends

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2342.02017(1)5.02018(2)5.02019(2)5.02022(7)3.02026(2)

Distribution · 14 analyzed

5
12
4
0
3
0
2
1
1
1

How They Respond to Reviews

73%response rate

This facility actively engages with reviewer feedback.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1It is wonderful to see how much the management engages with families online; how does that same level of communication translate to daily updates for us regarding our loved one?
  • 2We noticed the facility is very clean and well-kept; what is your routine for maintaining the comfort and hygiene of the resident rooms?
  • 3Since the nursing staff is often described as very kind and thoughtful, how do you support them in maintaining that high level of personalized care?
  • 4What specific activities or social programs do you have in place to keep the memory care residents engaged and active during the day?
  • 5With the recent health inspections, what specific steps has the facility taken to address previous deficiencies and improve care standards?
  • 6How does the clinical team handle medical emergencies or sudden changes in a resident's health during the night?

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Key Review Excerpts

My husband is a resident of the Memory care unit and receives excellent care. He is happy and adjusted to the way of life he has now. The staff is kind and thoughtful of his needs.

Memory care family member · 2022★★★★★

Staff and caregivers are very caring and helpful. They do a great job of keeping me updated on my dad's well-being.

Long-term resident's family · 2022★★★★★

Extremely helpful and friendly staff! Check-in was simple! Facility was clean and well-kept!

Visitor · 2022★★★★★
Source: 11 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.80hrs
OK
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
3.48hrs
85%
All nurses + aides combined

Total nursing hours are below minimum, though RN coverage is adequate. This may mean fewer aides for daily tasks like bathing and mobility.

Quality Measures

Quality Measures

Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures

Medicare Rating
4/ 5
Better Than Avg

10

measures

Worse Than Avg

5

measures

Mixed Results

2

measures

Long-Stay Residents
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Residents who were physically restrained

↓ Lower is better
This Facility14.1%
Worse than Avg
Here
14.1%
US
0.1%
IA
0.2%
Plymouth
0.1%
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Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility28.8%
Worse than Avg
Here
28.8%
US
15.5%
IA
19.4%
Plymouth
20.3%
😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.5%
Better than Avg
Here
0.5%
US
12.1%
IA
4.1%
Plymouth
13.0%

Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.

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Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility28.5%
Worse than Avg
Here
28.5%
US
19.5%
IA
20.7%
Plymouth
20.9%
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Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility26.5%
Worse than Avg
Here
26.5%
US
19.4%
IA
25.9%
Plymouth
21.5%
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Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility99.5%
Better than Avg
Here
99.5%
US
93.4%
IA
93.9%
Plymouth
95.5%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
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Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility87.0%
Better than Avg
Here
87.0%
US
79.8%
IA
73.3%
Plymouth
82.3%
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility90.4%
Better than Avg
Here
90.4%
US
81.8%
IA
84.1%
Plymouth
87.5%
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Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.0%
Better than Avg
Here
0.0%
US
1.6%
IA
2.0%
Plymouth
1.6%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

4deficiencies
1penalties
Near state avg (6.2)
2 complaint-triggered
$9,835 in fines

Families have filed complaints about accident hazards and supervision issues, which have recurred across multiple surveys from 2023 to 2024. The facility shows a pattern of deficiencies in fire safety systems, electrical equipment maintenance, and resident safety supervision. While most issues appear corrected after citation, the recurring nature of safety concerns warrants careful consideration during any visit.

Jun 12, 2025Routine
5
0812Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

0920Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

0580Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

0605Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

0689Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Jun 20, 2024Routine
3
0345Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

0921Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

0324Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

Apr 17, 2024Complaint
1
0689Actual harm · IsolatedResolved (past non-compliance)

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Jul 13, 2023Complaint
1
0689Immediate jeopardy · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

May 18, 2023Routine
10
0712Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

0026Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.

0347Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.

0761Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

0918Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

0921Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

0291Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

0353Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0355Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

0920Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Federal Penalties

Fine

Jul 13, 2023

$9,835

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Happy Siesta Health Care Center

Organization Type

nonprofit

Ownership & Management

Owners

Cornerstone Senior Communities of Remsen

Owner · Organization

100%

Key personnel

Cody, MarkOfficer / DirectorCronin, CherylOfficer / DirectorDraper, ThomasOfficer / DirectorHeidesch, MargaretOfficer / DirectorSchultz, JudithOfficer / Director
Source: Medicare provider data

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