Bishop Drumm Retirement Center

5837 Winwood Drive, Johnston IA, 50131

Resident Review Score
7.2
|
Loved
Starting price

$2,000

For this area
$$$
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Bishop Drumm Retirement Center is a nursing home in Johnston, IA, with 150 certified beds. In addition to being a nursing home, this facility provides assisted living and memory care for residents with Alzheimer's or some other form of dementia. The community also has an independent living option.

Costs at this community start at $3,194 and range up to $6,448 per month. The average price in the community is $4,821, which is greater than the average cost of $4,793 for nursing home care in the area. The cost of nursing home care in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs added care, additional care or services may increase the monthly cost. This facility is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.

When considering a nursing home, it's important to understand how much time nurses spend with each resident and what type of nurse provides care. The total time nurses spend with residents in this community is 3.3 hours daily per resident. This time is made up of 0.9 hours with licensed nurses (0.6 by an RN and 0.3 by an LPN) and 2.4 hours with non-licensed nurse aides.

Residents need to have a scheduled, structured activity every day. This facility has various activities, including musical performances and social outings. See our amenity list below for more information. Apartment-style units are not always available, but this community offers studio/efficiency units and group housing options.

There are five hospitals within 25 miles of Bishop Drumm Retirement Center. The two closest hospitals are Broadlawns Medical Center, which is 4.7 miles away, and Mercy Medical Center-Des Moines, which is 6.3 miles away.

This nursing home has an overall rating of 1, which means that it is in the bottom 20% of all facilities reviewed by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. This nursing home has a health inspection rating of 1. The quality rating for this facility is 4 and the staff rating is 2.

Some of the key amenities available at Bishop Drumm Retirement Center are:

  • Outdoor Areas
  • Activity Center
  • Clubs & Communities
  • Religious Activities
  • Social Outings

For personalized guidance, current availability, and help scheduling a tour, call our senior living advisors at1 (844) 240-4458 or reach the community directly at(515) 270-1100

Room Pricing
Assisted Living
StudioStarting at$2,000
One BedroomStarting at$2,400
Two BedroomStarting at$2,900

Personal Care Add-Ons

This community offers a range of care levels depending on the customized needs of each resident.

Services Package Price Range:Varies
Meals
Housekeeping
Laundry
Medication Assistance
Personal Care Assistance

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Resident Review Score
7.2
|
Loved
#1 in Johnston, IA
Aggregated reviews in this score
Most Loved27
Loved3
Good5
Average1
Below Average13

Reviews

Residents and their families say:

This community has received a variety of positive feedback from residents, their families, and staff members, highlighting its dedicated care and the warm, family-like environment it nurtures. Numerous reviewers praised the kindness, attentiveness, and professionalism of both the nursing staff and the aides, describing how these qualities contributed to a comfortable and caring atmosphere for residents. The responsiveness of the administration, particularly in addressing concerns and engaging in follow-up activities, was specifically appreciated, as reflected in an instance where management promptly addressed a family's feedback regarding aftercare. Activities like dining, religious services, and interactive social groups were regularly mentioned as positive aspects of life within the community, contributing to the overall satisfaction of its residents.
However, several reviews did mention areas for improvement. One repeated concern was about the community's transportation services and communication challenges, particularly around discharge processes and coordination with outside medical services. Another point of critique involved some of the physical aspects and amenities of the facility, with suggestions for update and maintenance to enhance the living experience. Additionally, there were comments on the staffing, especially during off-peak hours, indicating a need for better availability and quicker response times to residents' calls for assistance.
Despite these critiques, the abundance of positive testimonials underscores a strong sense of community and support among residents, families, and staff. The special mentions of the therapeutic and rehabilitation services, along with the extraordinary measures taken by staff to ensure resident comfort and recovery, reflect the community's commitment to high-quality care. Activities and facilities designed to promote social interaction and a sense of belonging contribute to the overall positive environment. While there is room for improvement in certain operational aspects, the majority of feedback acknowledges the compassionate care and inclusive atmosphere that defines this community.

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ANNUAL DATA

Bishop Drumm Retirement Center

Availability

Each community has a certified number of beds that are available.

certified beds

150
71

Local Avg

Ratings

User ratings are a trustworthy source of information about a community.

overall

2
2.8

Local Avg

health inspection

1
2.7

Local Avg

quality

5
3.3

Local Avg

staff

2
3.1

Local Avg

Incidents

Incidents within a community must be reported and documented.

facility reported

3
2.3

Local Avg

infection control citations

0
1.5

Local Avg

fines

1
2.6

Local Avg

amount of fines

$12,649
$50,278

Local Avg

Staff Hours (per resident per day)

licensed staff hours

1
1.3

Local Avg

total nurse hours

3
3.5

Local Avg

weekend nurse hours

3
3.2

Local Avg

weekend rn hours

0
0.5

Local Avg

Staff Turnover (per year)

nursing staff

47
56.4

Local Avg

registered nurses

62
54.9

Local Avg

administrators who left

1
0.7

Local Avg

Facility Details

  • Legal name

    BISHOP DRUMM RETIREMENT CENTER

  • Ownership type

    Non profit - Church related

  • Federal Provider Number

    165448

  • Provider SSA county code

    760

  • Certification

    Medicare and Medicaid

  • Medicaid start date

    June 01, 2002

  • Type of council

    Resident

  • Ownership change in last 12 months

    No

  • Health inspection in last 2 years

    No

  • Located in hospital

    No

  • Continuing Care Retirement Community

    Yes

Amenities

Bishop Drumm Retirement Center

Outdoor Areas
Activity Center
Clubs & Communities
Religious Activities
Social Outings

Accommodations

Wheelchair Accessible Showers

Wifi

Landscaped Grounds

Midwest Village, Nicholas Conservatory & Anderson Gardens

Outdoor Areas

Parking

Studio / Efficiency

Washer & Dryer In Unit

Complaints

0 Payment Denials

12 Total Incidents Reported

$170830 In Fines Imposed

1 Health Complaint Deficiencies

4 Health Standard Deficiencies

4 Penalties Imposed

4 Total Complaints Reported

4 Total Fines Imposed

5 Total Deficiencies Reported

Occupancy

130 Current Occupants

150 Total Units

Activities & Fitness

Activity Centre

Arts & Crafts

Clubs & Communities

Health And Wellness Programs

Library & Computer Lounge

Social Outings

Care

Ambulatory Care

Assisted Living

Hospice

Hospice Care

Incontinence Care

Independent Living

Medication Management

Memory Care

Nurses

Occupational Therapist

Offers Continuing Care

Offers Resident/family Counciling

Pain Management

Physical Therapist

Podiatrist

Skilled Nursing

Services

Beauty Salon & Barber Shop

Additional Features

Catholic

Certified By Medicare And Medicaid

English

Medicare Participant Since 06/01/2002

Religious Activities

Dining & Nutrition

Meals Provided

Neighborhood

Robert Wadlow History Museum, Civil War Markers Throughout Alton/godfrey,

Hospitals

Department Of Veterans Affairs Medical Center

30Th And Euclid Avenue

Distance: 3.5 miles

Westside Hospital

1818 48Th Street

Distance: 4.1 miles

Broadlawns Medical Center

1801 Hickman Road

Distance: 4.7 miles

Churches

Messiah Lutheran Church

6270 Merle Hay Road, Johnston

Distance: 0.3 miles

St James Lutheran Church

5665 Merle Hay Road, Johnston

Distance: 0.4 miles

Trinity Presbyterian Reformed

6401 Merle Hay Road, Johnston

Distance: 0.5 miles

Resident Review Score
N/A
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Not Enough Reviews
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