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Onalaska Care Center

1600 Main St, Onalaska, WI 54650 · 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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Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.

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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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One of Onalaska's top-rated skilled nursing communities

Onalaska Care Center is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Onalaska, WI, with 80 certified beds and an average of about 52 residents per day.

Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 5/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 4.47 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.17 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 36.6%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 0 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓5-star overall CMS rating
✓Strong health-inspection rating
✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.47 hrs/resident/day)
✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
✓No deficiencies at last standard survey
✓No federal fines on record

Things to ask about

None noted in the public data.

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Onalaska for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds: 80
Avg. residents/day: 52
Ownership: Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 525443

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

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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

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 4.47; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 1.17; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 36.6%; 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): 0
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2026-04-16
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (8 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-05-12Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

2025-05-12Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

2025-01-29Severity 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.

2025-01-29Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-01-29Severity C — minimalResident Rights Deficiencies

Not require residents to give up Medicare or Medicaid benefits, or pay privately as a condition of admission; and must tell residents what care they do not provide.

2023-12-06Severity 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.

2023-12-06Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

2023-12-06Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

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.

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Daily activities & events

Location

1600 Main St, Onalaska, WI

Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Onalaska Care Center

How much does Onalaska Care Center cost?

Onalaska Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Onalaska, 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 Onalaska Care Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Onalaska Care Center 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 5/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Onalaska Care Center?

Staff provide about 4.47 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 36.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Onalaska Care Center?

Onalaska Care Center has 8 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-04-16). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Onalaska Care Center 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 Onalaska Care Center offer?

Onalaska Care Center in Onalaska, WI offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 80 beds.

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