Nursing Homes in Allison, Iowa
Allison has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with 54 beds. The city average CMS rating is 3.0 stars, which is at Iowa's state average of 3.1 stars. 0 facilities earn a B grade or better and are recommended for family consideration.
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Worth Considering
0
Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
City Average
-0.06 vs state
Total Beds
54
across 1 facility
High Risk Facilities
0
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
32 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
0
exceed staffing threshold
0% of facility
Zero Fines
passed all inspections
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improved vs last year
0 declined
Top Rated in Allison
Rehabilitation Center Of Allison
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About Nursing Home Care in Allison
Allison, IA, is a limited market for nursing home care, with only one facility to consider. The standout is Rehabilitation Center of Allison, which holds a clean record with zero fines over the past three years. However, despite this positive note, the overall options in Allison are concerning due to the lack of variety. Families may want to explore nearby cities for better choices.
When it comes to facilities in Allison, the options are quite restricted. Rehabilitation Center of Allison is the only facility available, and while it has a clean record, it lacks the staffing levels that would be ideal for high-quality care. Families seeking more robust options should consider looking at nursing homes in nearby cities such as Waverly or Cedar Falls, where more facilities may offer a better assessment of care.
Fortunately, there are no facilities in Allison that have major red flags, so families don’t have to worry about egregious issues like abuse citations or significant fines. However, it’s important to visit any facility with a critical eye; be sure to ask specific questions about staff-to-resident ratios and daily care routines during your visit to ensure that your loved one will receive the attention they deserve.
Allison at a Glance
Good News
- • 1 facility with clean records—no fines in 3 years
Be Aware
- • Some facilities have less nurse time than recommended
What's Changing
- → 1 facility stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Allison is stable
Questions Allison Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?
CMS recommends 0.75 hrs; Allison avg is 0.54 hrs (32 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
1 of 1 Allison facility has zero fines
What were your most recent inspection findings?
Ask for specifics—0 local facilities have serious deficiencies
What is your staff-to-resident ratio on weekends?
Weekend staffing often differs from weekday levels
Finding Quality Nursing Home Care in Allison, Iowa
Allison, Iowa's Butler County seat, has 1 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 54 beds. Families have solid options to choose from.
Allison vs. Iowa: Near State Average
Allison nursing homes perform near the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 3.00 stars is close to Iowa's statewide average of 3.06 stars.
0 of 1 facilities earn a B grade or better. Families should still research carefully, as quality varies by facility.
Understanding Our Trust Score System
The Trust Score is a 0-100 rating calculated from CMS's official nursing home database. The score combines five data categories:
- Health Inspection Results — Recent deficiencies, their severity, and patterns over time
- Staffing Levels — RN hours, total nursing hours, and weekend staffing
- Quality Measures — Clinical outcomes like falls, pressure ulcers, and rehospitalizations
- Penalties — Fines, payment denials, and enforcement actions
- Complaints — Substantiated complaints and their severity
In Allison, 0 facilities score a B grade or better, indicating they meet quality benchmarks across these categories. We recommend families prioritize these facilities and carefully research any facility rated C or below before visiting.
Staffing: A Significant Concern in Allison
Staffing levels are among the most important predictors of nursing home quality. Research consistently shows that facilities with more nursing staff—especially registered nurses—have better outcomes for residents.
Allison facilities average 0.54 RN hours per resident day, which falls below the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Allison resident receives approximately 32 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
0 Allison facilities exceed CMS staffing recommendations. Families prioritizing staffing should look for facilities with the "Top Staffing" badge and ask specifically about RN hours during facility visits.
Ownership: An All For-Profit Market
Allison has no non-profit nursing homes—all 1 facility with reported ownership data are for-profit operations. 1 of 1 facility is chain-owned, meaning these facilities are part of larger corporate systems rather than independently operated.
Research suggests non-profit facilities often have higher staffing levels and fewer deficiencies on average. The absence of non-profit options in Allison may be worth noting. Families seeking non-profit care should consider facilities in surrounding areas.
Ownership type alone does not guarantee quality. Several for-profit facilities in Allison perform well. Families should evaluate each facility individually using inspection data, staffing levels, and recent deficiency reports rather than ownership type alone.
Nearby Alternatives Worth Considering
Families may also want to consider nearby Iowa cities for additional options. The following Iowa cities offer multiple nursing home options:
- Des Moines — 12 facilities
- Cedar Rapids — 9 facilities
- Dubuque — 8 facilities
- Davenport — 7 facilities
- Sioux City — 6 facilities
- Marion — 6 facilities
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes are in Allison, Iowa?
Allison has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with a total of 54 beds. The city average CMS rating is 3.0 stars, which is below Iowa's state average of 3.1 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Allison?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Allison include:
- • Rehabilitation Center Of Allison — Grade C+, 65/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Allison nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 0 facilities in Allison as high-risk based on patterns of serious deficiencies, substantial fines, or placement on CMS's Special Focus Facility list. These facilities are marked with warning indicators in our listings above.
We recommend avoiding facilities with: Grade D or F, recent "Immediate Jeopardy" citations (indicating serious harm or risk to residents), or those on CMS's Special Focus Facility list.
The Bottom Line on Allison Nursing Homes
Allison offers typical nursing home options for the state. Focus your search on the 0 facilities graded A or B, particularly those with zero fines and strong staffing.