For All of Life's Health Transitions

Care Initiatives is committed to providing quality transitional health care and serving Iowans with compassion, dignity and respect. Our services help care for Iowans in their time of need through rehabilitation services, skilled nursing care, long term care and hospice care.
 

Our Mission

Improving quality of life for Iowans and their families during life's health transitions through compassionate individualized care.

Our Core Values

  • Commitment to continuously improve quality in everything we do.
  • Demonstrate compassion, integrity, respect and dignity in all interactions.
  • Compassionately serve others and their needs as defined by them.
  • Cultivate a culture of skill development and personal growth among all staff.
  • Recognize the power of teamwork to make effective, efficient and transparent decisions.
  • Commit to consistency and excellence in all processes.

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Family Stories

We are grateful when family and residents feel compelled to share their great care experiences. Click on “Family Stories” to read more.

I wanted to express my gratitude to your staff for the excellent care Mom received during her stay at Westwood. Mom spoke very highly of the entire staff and we took great comfort in knowing she was receiving excellent care. 

Dr. Howard S.

Westwood Specialty Care

I appreciate everything this hospice team does for our facility! They work together to provide a smooth transition into hospice care. Their team approach is fantastic and comforting to our residents and their families. They add to the team effort in making sure our resident's needs are met. I can't thank them enough for all that they do!

Kelsey K.

Hospice Care

Thank you for the pretty flowers and the care of our loved one. We appreciate the affection you gave to Mom and the patience with our family at the time of need.

The family of Sylvia P.

Chariton Specialty Care

Ridgewood is a wonderful facility. I was a CNA there for 2 1/2 years. The administrator and DON are (the) best I (have) ever worked for. All the staff and employees there are great. Friendly, caring, hardworking. If you're a CNA or anyone looking for work in long term care facility, I highly recomend Ridgewood.

Larry D.

Ridgewood Specialty Care

I am glad (my brother) had that time at the nursing home in Fonda. He was sober, clean and decent, well cared for and I think, mostly content. Of course, he was very confused the entire time, but the better side of his personality came out. He was liked by the staff and got along well with residents. I had some good visists with hime while he was there. When he suddenly failed that Sunday, I asked that (the staff) keep him at the home. The staff were so good to him and to me. They had someone sitting by his bedside the entire day, playing music and talking with him. When he was close to passing, they called and held the phone so I could tell him good-bye...He had such a better ending to his life than I would ever have imagined. It all seems such a blessing.

Jean D.

Fonda Specialty Care

I think so often of you all and hope you are doing OK, staying safe and well. I look forward to when it becomes safer for me to travel again and I can come by for a visit and to thank you in person for your care of R.

Jean

Fonda Specialty Care

There was not a card we could find to truly express the endless gratitude we have for you all. This has been a very tough year for our family members and you all have been by their sides when we were unable. Thank you for being Mom's family.

Keith & Tamera P.

Correctionville Specialty Care

I had four major surgeries at 2 different hospitals before going to Northcrest. Right away I met very helpful and nice people that made me feel comfortable and cared for.  They explained what they were doing and why, while making me feel at home. The people at Northcrest and Care Initiatives do really care. Hats off to all of you!

Kevin N.

NorthCrest Specialty Care