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Trinity Center at Luther Park

Below-average Medicare ratings — review the inspection history and ask the administrator about recent corrections before visiting.

1555 Hull Avenue, Union Park · Des Moines, IA 50316120 bedsLicensed & Active
1/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
3.0/5

based on 2 Google reviews

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Quality Concerns Identified

Medicare inspection and quality data reveal areas that families should carefully evaluate before choosing this facility.

Above average in IA · Below recommended RN staffing · No penalties on record

Source: Medicare data

What this means for your family

This facility has areas of concern that warrant careful consideration. Registered Nurse hours are only 63% of the national benchmark, which can affect medication management and response times. We recommend asking the administrator directly: "How are you addressing recent staffing shortfalls?" These are not reasons to panic, but they are reasons to ask tough questions and visit in person.

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.48hrs
63%
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
3.68hrs
90%
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
28%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
9%
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

Quality Measures

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

Medicare Rating
4/ 5
Better Than Avg

8

measures

Worse Than Avg

7

measures

Mixed Results

2

measures

Long-Stay Residents
💊

Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility27.6%
Worse than Avg
Here
27.6%
US
15.4%
IA
19.4%
Polk
11.0%
🚿

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility33.6%
Worse than Avg
Here
33.6%
US
19.4%
IA
25.9%
Polk
19.7%
🛏️

Residents needing more daily help over time

↓ Lower is better
This Facility26.6%
Worse than Avg
Here
26.6%
US
14.4%
IA
17.6%
Polk
13.5%
😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility2.0%
Better than Avg
Here
2.0%
US
12.1%
IA
4.1%
Polk
3.4%

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

🚶

Residents whose walking got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility23.7%
Worse than Avg
Here
23.7%
US
15.3%
IA
17.5%
Polk
16.4%
💊

Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility14.8%
Better than Avg
Here
14.8%
US
19.5%
IA
20.7%
Polk
21.0%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility88.0%
Better than Avg
Here
88.0%
US
79.7%
IA
73.3%
Polk
83.1%
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility88.1%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
88.1%
US
81.8%
IA
84.0%
Polk
90.8%
💊

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

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

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

7deficiencies
1penalties
Above state avg (6.2)
2 complaint-triggered

Trinity Center has recurring issues with fire safety systems and resident rights that persist across multiple surveys from 2022 to 2024. The facility has faced problems with smoke detection equipment, emergency lighting, resident notification procedures, and care planning. Families filed complaints in 2024 regarding communication failures and abuse response protocols. While all deficiencies show correction dates, the pattern of repeated fire safety and resident rights violations warrants careful consideration during visits.

Dec 23, 2025Routine
17
0880Immediate jeopardy · PatternCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0341Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.

0353Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0355Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

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

0712Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

0293Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

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.

0741Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

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

0923Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

0684Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

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.

0363Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

0511Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

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.

0628Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

0641Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

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.

Oct 31, 2024Routine
5
0362Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.

0880Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0661Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.

0812Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

0623Minimal · PatternCorrected

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.

Aug 15, 2024Complaint
2
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.

0610Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Sep 25, 2023Routine
2
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.

0353Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Federal Penalties

Fine

Dec 23, 2025

$162,205

State Inspection History

State Inspections

Source: Iowa Dept. of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing

10total
15deficiencies
Mar 4, 2026Inspection
Clean

Fed violations: 0, State violations: 0

Dec 23, 2025Inspection
Clean

Fed violations: 7, State violations: 1

Oct 21, 2025Other
Clean

Fed violations: 0, State violations: 0

Jul 9, 2025Complaint
Clean

Fed violations: 0, State violations: 0

Nov 22, 2024Inspection
Clean

Fed violations: 0, State violations: 0

Oct 31, 2024Inspection
Clean

Fed violations: 4, State violations: 0

Sep 11, 2024Complaint
Clean

Fed violations: 0, State violations: 0

Aug 15, 2024Complaint
Clean

Fed violations: 2, State violations: 1

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Trinity Center at Luther Park

Organization Type

nonprofit

Ownership & Management

Key personnel

Oben, PatrickContracted Managing EmployeeRieke, JohnW-2 Managing EmployeeBlackburn, KelleyOfficer / DirectorBratvoid, TimOfficer / DirectorBrown, PaulOfficer / Director
Source: Medicare provider data

Contact

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