Our News and Events page contains the latest updates, stories and important announcements across all of our locations. Whether it’s celebrating the achievements of our staff and residents, highlighting community involvement, or sharing new developments in health care and skilled nursing care, this page will keep you connected to our commitment to providing compassionate care throughout Iowa and Nebraska.
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Megan Garrett, Director of Communications
Phone: 515.224.4442
Email: mgarrett@careinitiatives.org
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October 13, 2025Care Initiatives Serves Resident Transportation Needs
Care Initiatives continues to demonstrate a commitment to improving the health and quality of life for Iowans by supporting the transportation needs of residents. The…
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July 31, 2025Jessica McDyer Named Future Long-Term and Post-Acute Care Leader for National Organization
Jessica McDyer, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer for Care Initiatives has been chosen by the American Health Care Association and the National Center…
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November 6, 2025Odebolt Specialty Care Celebrates 60 Years
Odebolt Specialty Care welcomed members of the community for tours and refreshments on Monday, Nov. 3. The celebration marked 60 years of quality skilled nursing…
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Care Initiatives Serves Resident Transportation Needs
Care Initiatives continues to demonstrate a commitment to improving the health and quality of life for Iowans by supporting the transportation needs of residents. The…
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August 5, 2025Lyon Specialty Care Earns Deficiency Free Survey
Lyon Specialty in Rock Rapids, Iowa, celebrated a deficiency free state survey and recognized their team members for their continued commitment to quality care. A…
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Jessica McDyer Named Future Long-Term and Post-Acute Care Leader for National Organization
Jessica McDyer, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer for Care Initiatives has been chosen by the American Health Care Association and the National Center…
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July 29, 2025Care Initiatives Invests in Improving Resident Access to Care
As part of Care Initiatives’ commitment to improving the health and quality of life for Iowans, the state’s largest non-profit operator of skilled nursing facilities…
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July 24, 2025Care Initiatives Team Members Receive IHCA Scholarships
Awarded by the Iowa Health Care Association (IHCA) Foundation, four Care Initiatives team members have been awarded scholarships to further their health care education. The…
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July 10, 2025Montezuma Specialty Care Receives Deficiency Free Survey
On July 9, Montezuma Specialty Care celebrated a deficiency free state survey and recognized their team members for their dedication and commitment to quality care.…
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June 6, 2025Care Initiatives locations receive National Quality Award
Care Initiatives is proud to announce that seven skilled nursing locations have been recognized with the 2025 Bronze – Commitment to Quality Award by the…
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May 14, 2025New London Specialty Care Celebrates Deficiency Free Survey
New London Specialty Care recently celebrated a deficiency free state survey and recognized their team members for their commitment to quality care. A deficiency free…
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May 13, 2025Fonda Specialty Care Celebrates Deficiency Free Survey
Fonda Specialty Care is celebrating a deficiency free state survey and recognizing their team members for their commitment to quality care. A deficiency free survey…
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April 1, 2025La Porte City Specialty Care Celebrates Deficiency Free Survey
La Porte City Specialty Care achieved a deficiency free state survey and celebrated their achievement on Thursday, March 27. A deficiency free survey means state…
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March 10, 2025Care Initiatives Locations Awarded for COVID-19 Vigilance
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa (March 10, 2025) — In recognition of their dedication and commitment to preventing the spread of COVID-19, 14 Care Initiatives skilled…
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September 27, 2024Eldora Specialty Care Receives Governor’s Award for Quality Care
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa (Sept. 27, 2024) — Eldora Specialty Care was presented the 2024 Governor’s Award for Quality Care in Health Care Facilities by…
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September 11, 2024Correctionville Specialty Care Recognized as B.E.S.T in Class
Telligen provides award for commitment to safety and quality care WEST DES MOINES, Iowa (Sept. 11, 2024) — In recognition of their commitment to ensuring…
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August 14, 2024Care Initiatives Locations Receive COVID-19 Vigilance Award
Award Recognizes Commitment to Prevention WEST DES MOINES, Iowa (Aug. 14, 2024) — In recognition of their dedication and commitment to preventing the spread of…
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July 2, 2024Sibley Specialty Care recognized with National Quality Award
AHCA/NCAL awards 2024 Silver National Quality Award WEST DES MOINES, Iowa (July 2, 2024) — Care Initiatives is proud to announce that Sibley Specialty Care…
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June 11, 2024Telligen recognizes Care Initiatives locations as B.E.S.T in Class
Five locations recognized for commitment to safety and quality care WEST DES MOINES, Iowa (June 11, 2024) — In recognition of their commitment to ensuring…
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June 7, 2024Care Initiatives locations recognized with National Quality Award
AHCA/NCAL awards 2024 Bronze – Commitment to Quality Award WEST DES MOINES, Iowa (June 7, 2024) — Care Initiatives is proud to announce that five…
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March 19, 2024Care Initiatives invests in improving resident access to care
Serving resident transportation needs increases care access and quality of life WEST DES MOINES, Iowa (March 19, 2024) — As part of Care Initiatives’ commitment…
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Nine Locations Receive Blue Ribbon in COVID-19 Vigilance Award
Skilled Nursing Locations Recognized for Commitment to Prevention In recognition of their dedication and commitment to preventing the spread of COVID-19, nine Care Initiatives skilled…
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February 19, 2024Blue Stone Therapy Chosen by Care Initiatives as Rehabilitation Services Provider
Iowans to Benefit with Locally Focused Providers West Des Moines, Iowa (Feb. 19, 2024) — Blue Stone Therapy, Iowa’s largest therapy provider, has been selected by…
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Two Upcoming Volunteer Trainings with Care Initiatives Hospice
As a hospice volunteer, your service is essential to the hospice team. Your time commitment is flexible, and you choose where to serve based on…
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Care Initiatives Board Announcements
Care Initiatives is pleased to announce the appointment of two new board members, Mary Jane Carothers and Betsy Rust, as well as the promotion of…
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May 17, 2022Care Initiatives Launches CNA Mentorship Program
{Des Moines, Iowa, May 17, 2022} – Care Initiatives launches CNA Mentorship Program. Care Initiatives has launched a 12-location pilot program for Certified Nursing Assistant…
Read Article- April 15, 2022
National Healthcare Decision Day Event
Friday, April 15, 2022 – 1:00pm to 4:00pm Location United States See map: Google Maps Description: On April 15, 2022, Care Initiatives will host a company-wide National Healthcare Decision…
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April 8, 2022Care Initiatives Donates $10,000 to Special Olympics Iowa
{Des Moines, Iowa, April 8, 2022} – Care Initiatives donates $10,000 to Special Olympics Iowa. On April 5, 2022, Members of Care Initiatives Diversity, Equity…
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March 9, 2022Care Initiatives Donates $10,000 to 24/7 BLAC
{Waterloo, Iowa, March 9, 2022} – Care Initiatives donates $10,000 to 24/7 Black Leadership Advancement Consortium. On March 4, 2022, Members of Care Initiatives DEI…
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March 9, 2022Care Initiatives Makes Donation to the APTA Iowa Foundation
{Des Moines, Iowa, March 9, 2022} – Care Initiatives donates to APTA Iowa Foundation. On February 24, 2022, Members of Care Initiatives leadership met with…
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Care Initiatives Makes Donation to Doctors Without Borders to aid Ukraine
On March 4, 2022, Care Initiatives made a $20,000 donation to Doctors Without Borders. This donation was made in hopes of furthering the efforts of…
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Care Initiatives Launches Leadership Academy
Care Initiatives launches Leadership Academy for company leaders. To further develop the organization’s leaders, Care Initiatives has launched its Leadership Academy. The Leadership Academy is…
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January 27, 2022Care Initiatives Awarded $50,000 Grant
On January 27, 2022 Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds awarded $1.4 million in grant funds to 38 Iowa employers and partner organizations. Care Initiatives was awarded…
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Care Initiatives Announces New Iowa Association of Business and Industry Membership
On January 8, 2022 Care Initiatives announced its membership with the Iowa Association of Business and Industry (ABI). The healthcare organization will become part of…
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