Onalaska Care Center
Scout 94Onalaska, WI · 80 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingUsually has openings
One of Onalaska's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $9,330–$12,080/mo
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Bethany St Joseph Care Ctr
2501 Shelby Rd, La Crosse, WI 54601 · La Crosse County
Bethany St. Joseph Corporation provides a variety of services for seniors and those with disabilities including skilled nursing care facilities; physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy; dementia and memory care; adult day care; independent senior housing; and assisted living senior apartments.
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StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.
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Availability outlookUsually has openings
Typically 65% full — availability is generally good.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
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A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in La Crosse
Bethany St Joseph Care Ctr is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in La Crosse, WI, with 100 certified beds and an average of about 65 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.54 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.36 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 43.6%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 6 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $3,145 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.54 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
None noted in the public data.
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in La Crosse for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 100
- Avg. residents/day
- 65
- Ownership
- Non profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 525265
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $9,330–$12,080/mo (median $10,400) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local La Crosse prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 4.54
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 1.36
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 43.6%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 6
- Federal fines
- 1 ($3,145)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2025-06-19
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (13 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-06-19Severity G — actual harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
2025-06-19Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2025-06-19Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-06-19Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
2025-06-19Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
2025-06-19Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
2024-04-25Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2024-04-25Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2023-08-07 | Fine | $3,145 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Daily activities & events
Location
2501 Shelby Rd, La Crosse, WI
- Monday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Thursday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Saturday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
- Sunday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Reviews & reputation
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How much does Bethany St Joseph Care Ctr cost?
Bethany St Joseph Care Ctr does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the La Crosse, WI area typically runs $9,330–$12,080 per month (median $10,400, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Bethany St Joseph Care Ctr's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Bethany St Joseph Care Ctr 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Bethany St Joseph Care Ctr?
Staff provide about 4.54 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 43.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Bethany St Joseph Care Ctr?
Bethany St Joseph Care Ctr has 13 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-06-19). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Bethany St Joseph Care Ctr have availability?
Typically 65% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Bethany St Joseph Care Ctr offer?
Bethany St Joseph Care Ctr in La Crosse, WI offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 100 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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