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HomeIowaFriendship Home Association

Friendship Home Association

714 Division, Audubon, IA 500257125632651WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.2on Google(17 reviews)
4/5Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
3/5
Beds
46
certified
5 fine(s) totaling $30,227

How Friendship Home Association Compares in Iowa

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Iowa. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
4/5
IA average
3.1/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
4/5
IA average
2.8/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
4/5
IA average
3.6/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.92 hrs/day
IA average
3.81 hrs/day
Close to state average
RN hours per resident
0.54 hrs/day
IA average
0.74 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
60.5%
IA average
44.1%
Higher than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 4/5 overall CMS rating is above the Iowa average of 3.1/5.
Its 4/5 health inspection rating is above the Iowa average of 2.8/5.
Reported RN time is 0.54 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 0.74.
Staff turnover is 60.5%, higher than the Iowa average of 44.1%.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
8
deficiency citations
Inspected Aug 1, 2024
Most recent cycle
2
deficiency citations
Inspected Jun 19, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 6 fewer deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$7,148/mo
Iowa median
Private Room
$8,091/mo
Iowa median
Audubon County 65+
1,397
24.7% of county
County Population
5,651
Audubon County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Friendship Home Association is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Audubon, Iowa with 46 certified beds. It has been operating since 1994. Its overall CMS rating is 4 out of 5.

Beds
46
Avg Residents/Day
37
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Oct 3, 1994
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Audubon
Last Inspection
Jun 19, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
2
Weighted Score
21.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (15)

F0580Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Sep 4, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Potential for Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Sep 4, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0607Potential for Harm

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Survey: Aug 1, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0803Potential for Harm

Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

Survey: Aug 1, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Aug 1, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0578Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

Survey: Aug 1, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0804Potential for Harm

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Survey: Nov 9, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Nov 9, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0836Potential for Harm

Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards.

Survey: Nov 9, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0868Potential for Harm

Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly

Survey: Nov 9, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Nov 9, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0689Actual Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Jul 20, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0677Potential for Harm

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Survey: Jul 20, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0755Potential for Harm

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Survey: Jul 20, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0760Potential for Harm

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Survey: Jul 20, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$30,227
Number of Fines
5
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
5

Penalty History

FineOct 23, 2023
$2,098
FineOct 30, 2023
$2,447
FineNov 6, 2023
$2,797
FineOct 2, 2023
$4,194
FineJul 20, 2023
$18,691

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.66 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.71 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.54 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.92 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.34 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.01 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
60.5%
RN Turnover
60.0%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
Non profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (14)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
ANDERSEN, JESSICAW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AAug 24, 2018
ALT, MELINDACORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AAug 1, 2021
ANDERSEN, JESSICACORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AAug 24, 2018
ANDERSEN, TIMOTHYCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMar 1, 2015
DEIST, GENELLECORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJun 1, 2018
EDWARDS, JEFFREYCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMar 1, 2016
FROLICH, PATTIECORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AAug 1, 2020
JONES, MARKCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AAug 1, 2021
NELSEN, KARENCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2022
WEDE, SUSANCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMar 1, 2010
ANDERSEN, TIMOTHYCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AMar 1, 2015
DEIST, GENELLECORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJun 1, 2018
EDWARDS, JEFFREYCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AMar 1, 2016
ANDERSEN, JESSICAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AAug 24, 2018

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Friendship Home Association and nearby alternatives.

All Iowa facilities
Friendship Home Association
Audubon, IACurrent facility
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $30,227
Exira Care Center
Exira, IA9.3 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $22,880
Salem Lutheran Home
Elk Horn, IA10.8 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Thomas Rest Haven
Coon Rapids, IA16.9 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $11,190
Caring Acres Nursing and Rehab Center
Anita, IA21.1 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $73,488
Elm Crest Retirement Community
Harlan, IA21.1 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Heritage House
Atlantic, IA22.2 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Friendship Home Association
Audubon, IA · Current facility
—4/54/54/5$30,227
Exira Care Center
Exira, IA
9.3 mi2/52/54/5$22,880
Salem Lutheran Home
Elk Horn, IA
10.8 mi1/51/54/5None recorded
Thomas Rest Haven
Coon Rapids, IA
16.9 mi2/52/54/5$11,190
Caring Acres Nursing and Rehab Center
Anita, IA
21.1 mi1/51/54/5$73,488
Elm Crest Retirement Community
Harlan, IA
21.1 mi3/53/53/5None recorded
Heritage House
Atlantic, IA
22.2 mi5/54/55/5None recorded

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Friendship Home Association?▾
Friendship Home Association has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 4/5, and quality measures rating of 3/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Friendship Home Association cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Iowa is $7,148/month for a semi-private room and $8,091/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Friendship Home Association participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Friendship Home Association had any health inspection violations?▾
Friendship Home Association had 2 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Jun 19, 2025). The current CMS dataset records 5 fine(s) totaling $30,227.
What are the staffing levels at Friendship Home Association?▾
Friendship Home Association provides 3.92 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.54 RN hours, 0.71 LPN hours, and 2.66 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 60.5%.
How many beds does Friendship Home Association have?▾
Friendship Home Association has 46 certified beds with an average of 37 residents per day, resulting in approximately 80% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Corporation owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Friendship Home Association?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Iowa. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Friendship Home Association?▾
On Google Maps, Friendship Home Association has a rating of 4.2 out of 5 based on 17 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 4/5.