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Hubbard Care Center

Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise compassionate nursing staff. Still worth an in-person visit.

403 South State Street, Hubbard, IA 50122|60 beds|Licensed & Active

5/5

Medicare

Inspection

Quality

Staffing

Google rating

3.5/5

based on 6 Google reviews

(641) 864-3264 Directions Website

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What this means for your family

While historical reviews highlight a compassionate nursing and dietary team, the recent trend of blank, one-star reviews makes it difficult to verify current quality. We recommend scheduling an in-person tour to observe current staffing levels and resident interactions firsthand before making a decision.

Google Reviews

6 reviews on Google

“Hubbard Care Center receives praise for its compassionate nursing staff and attentive dietary team, with family members noting that their loved ones felt comfortable and well-cared for. However, the facility has received multiple blank, one-star reviews in recent years, which lack specific feedback and complicate a clear assessment of current operational standards.”

Quality Themes

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Strengths

Compassionate nursing staff
Attentive dietary team
Welcoming and comfortable environment

Concerns

Lack of transparent feedback in recent low-rated reviews (mentioned by 2 reviewers)

Rating Trends

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Distribution · 7 analyzed

How They Respond to Reviews

50%response rate

This facility responds to some reviews.

Questions for Your Tour

1With a staffing rating of 3 out of 5, could you explain how you ensure consistent, personalized attention for each of the 60 residents throughout the day?
2I noticed that communication feedback has been a point of discussion for some families recently; what is your process for keeping families updated and addressing any concerns that arise?
3Given the recent state violations, what specific steps or improvements has the facility implemented to address these areas and prevent future issues?
4The dietary team is frequently praised for being attentive; how do you incorporate resident preferences or specific nutritional needs into the daily menu?
5Since you have been active in responding to some online feedback, what is the best way for us to maintain an open line of communication with your management team once our loved one is settled?
6Could you walk us through your protocol for handling medical emergencies, especially during evening or weekend hours when staffing levels might shift?

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Key Review Excerpts

“The dietary staff, nurses aides and nurses all went out of their way to make mom feel at home and comfortable. The nurses there are very compassionate.”

Long-term resident's family · 2020★★★★★

“Hubbard Care Center (rehab facility) is definitely the place to go for your retirement/nursing care needs.”

Long-term resident's family · 2017★★★★★

Source: 6 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026

RN Hours

0.59hrs

79%

Registered nurses for medical care

Total Nursing

3.74hrs

91%

All nurses + aides combined

Staff Turnover

52%

Lower is better (< 30% = good)

RN Turnover

77%

Lower is better (< 30% = good)

Both 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

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

Medicare Rating

5/ 5

Better Than Avg

measures

Worse Than Avg

measures

Mixed Results

measures

Long-Stay Residents

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Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better

This Facility32.4%

Worse than Avg

Here

32.4%

15.5%

19.4%

Hardin

17.6%

💊

Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better

This Facility14.8%

Better than Avg

Here

14.8%

19.5%

20.7%

Hardin

27.7%

😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better

This Facility13.9%

Worse than Avg

Here

13.9%

12.1%

4.1%

Hardin

12.9%

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

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Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better

This Facility17.7%

Better than Avg

Here

17.7%

19.4%

25.9%

Hardin

19.4%

💉

Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better

This Facility99.4%

Better than Avg

Here

99.4%

93.4%

93.9%

Hardin

96.2%

💉

Residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better

This Facility100.0%

Better than Avg

Here

100.0%

95.5%

95.3%

Hardin

96.7%

Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)

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Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better

This Facility76.2%

Mixed vs Avgs

Here

76.2%

79.8%

73.3%

Hardin

88.5%

💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better

This Facility88.6%

Mixed vs Avgs

Here

88.6%

81.8%

84.1%

Hardin

89.0%

💊

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better

This Facility2.4%

Worse than Avg

Here

2.4%

1.6%

2.0%

Hardin

1.3%

Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

0deficiencies

4penalties

Well below state avg (6.2)

2 complaint-triggered

$46,101 in fines

Clean record — no deficiencies

Hubbard Care Center has concerning patterns of recurring fire safety and emergency preparedness deficiencies across multiple surveys, with some issues persisting despite previous corrections. Recent inspections found problems with fire safety systems, emergency drills, and smoke barriers that repeated from earlier surveys. Additionally, families have filed complaints leading to findings about abuse prevention policies and medical records protection, indicating potential resident safety and privacy concerns.

Jan 29, 2026Routine6 findings

0039Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

0921Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

0345Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

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

0753Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.

0211Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

0511Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

Jan 9, 2025Complaint2 findings

0842Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

0607Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Jan 9, 2025Routine9 findings

0039Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

0345Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

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

0353Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0712Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

0741Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.

0921Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

0321Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

0363Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

0582Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

Dec 21, 2023Routine5 findings

0039Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

0271Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Have exits that are accessible at all times.

0321Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

0363Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

0920Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Federal Penalties

Fine

Feb 6, 2024

$14,814

Fine

Dec 26, 2023

$14,113

Fine

Nov 20, 2023

$4,587

Fine

Oct 30, 2023

$12,587

State Inspection History

State Inspections

Source: Iowa Dept. of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing

10total

5deficiencies

Jan 29, 2026InspectionNo deficiencies

Clean