Bethany Home
Scout 97Dubuque, IA · 66 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)● Very limited availability
One of Dubuque's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $8,440–$10,570/mo
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Sunnycrest Manor
2375 Roosevelt Street, Dubuque, IA 52001 · Dubuque County
The Sunnycrest Manor Auxiliary is a 501(c)(3) public charity whose mission is to generate resources to enhance the quality of life for residents at Dubuque’s Sunnycrest Manor.
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StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.Photos via google places, facility website.
Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 94% full (73 of 77 beds occupied on an average day).
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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Dubuque
Sunnycrest Manor is a government-owned skilled nursing facility in Dubuque, IA, with 77 certified beds and an average of about 73 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.34 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.61 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 41%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 4 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.34 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓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 Dubuque for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 77
- Avg. residents/day
- 73
- Ownership
- Government - County
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 165556
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 | $8,440–$10,570/mo (median $9,250) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Dubuque 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
- 4.34
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.61
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 41%
- 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)
- 4
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2026-03-05
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (14 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-03-05Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
2026-03-05Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
2026-03-05Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
2025-09-02Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2025-02-27Severity E — 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.
2025-02-27Severity E — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
2025-02-27Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
2025-02-27Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
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
2375 Roosevelt Street, Dubuque, IA
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Sunnycrest Manor
How much does Sunnycrest Manor cost?
Sunnycrest Manor does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Dubuque, IA area typically runs $8,440–$10,570 per month (median $9,250, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Sunnycrest Manor's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Sunnycrest Manor 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Sunnycrest Manor?
Staff provide about 4.34 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 41% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Sunnycrest Manor?
Sunnycrest Manor has 14 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-03-05). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Sunnycrest Manor have availability?
Typically 94% full (73 of 77 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Sunnycrest Manor offer?
Sunnycrest Manor in Dubuque, IA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 77 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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