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HomeIowaWesley on Grand

Wesley on Grand

3520 Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA 503125152716500WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.1on Google(73 reviews)
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
5/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
3/5
Beds
80
certified

How Wesley on Grand 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
5/5
IA average
3.1/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
5/5
IA average
2.8/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
4/5
IA average
3.6/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.94 hrs/day
IA average
3.81 hrs/day
Close to state average
RN hours per resident
0.67 hrs/day
IA average
0.74 hrs/day
Close to state average
Staff turnover
44.7%
IA average
44.1%
Close to state average

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

What the Data Highlights

Its 5/5 overall CMS rating is above the Iowa average of 3.1/5.
Its 5/5 health inspection rating is above the Iowa average of 2.8/5.

Health Inspection Trend

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

Previous cycle
0
deficiency citations
Inspected Jul 11, 2024
Most recent cycle
1
deficiency citation
Inspected Jun 12, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 1 more deficiency citation 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
Polk County 65+
66,726
13.5% of county
County Population
493,378
Polk County

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

Swipe tabs for staffing, quality and ownership.

Wesley on Grand is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Des Moines, Iowa with 80 certified beds. It has been operating since 2003. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.

Beds
80
Avg Residents/Day
77.8
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
May 1, 2003
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Polk
Last Inspection
Jun 12, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
1
Weighted Score
6.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (4)

F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jun 12, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Apr 20, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0658Potential for Harm

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Survey: Apr 20, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0807Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydration.

Survey: Apr 20, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

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

Nurse Aide2.56 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.71 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.67 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.94 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.75 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.09 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
44.7%
RN Turnover
55.0%
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 (16)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
WESLEY RETIREMENT SERVICES INC5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Jun 21, 1966
KRETZINGER, ROBERTW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/ANov 11, 1996
ALBERTSON, KERMITCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2018
GILROY, ABBEYCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2016
HOEKSEMA, NICOLECORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMar 1, 2021
LAGREE, ROGERCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2015
RASMUSSEN, CHADCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2011
RUCH, ROBERTCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2003
STOUT, DAVIDCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2011
TAYLOR, CHRISTINACORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2018
WATSON, SUSANCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2014
KRETZINGER, ROBERTCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/ANov 11, 1996
WESLEY RETIREMENT SERVICES INCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AJun 21, 1966
WESLEYLIFEOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AJan 1, 1996
BUSKOHL, DAMONOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AOct 14, 2013
SIMPSON, JANETOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJan 1, 2016

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Wesley on Grand and nearby alternatives.

All Iowa facilities
Wesley on Grand
Des Moines, IACurrent facility
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Scottish Rite Park Inc
Des Moines, IA2,112 ft
CMS
5/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $60,726
Iowa Jewish Senior Life Center
Des Moines, IA1.1 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $18,349
Ramsey Village
Des Moines, IA1.8 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Calvin Community
Des Moines, IA2.2 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $4,233
University Park Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
Des Moines, IA2.5 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Pine Acres Rehabilitation and Care Center
West Des Moines, IA3.1 mi
CMS
N/A
Health
N/A
Staffing
N/A
Recorded fines: $353,109
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Wesley on Grand
Des Moines, IA · Current facility
—5/55/54/5None recorded
Scottish Rite Park Inc
Des Moines, IA
2,112 ft5/53/55/5$60,726
Iowa Jewish Senior Life Center
Des Moines, IA
1.1 mi2/53/51/5$18,349
Ramsey Village
Des Moines, IA
1.8 mi2/52/54/5None recorded
Calvin Community
Des Moines, IA
2.2 mi4/53/55/5$4,233
University Park Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
Des Moines, IA
2.5 mi4/53/52/5None recorded
Pine Acres Rehabilitation and Care Center
West Des Moines, IA
3.1 miN/AN/AN/A$353,109

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 Wesley on Grand?▾
Wesley on Grand has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 5/5, staffing rating of 4/5, and quality measures rating of 3/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Wesley on Grand 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). Wesley on Grand participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Wesley on Grand had any health inspection violations?▾
Wesley on Grand had 1 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Jun 12, 2025). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Wesley on Grand?▾
Wesley on Grand provides 3.94 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.67 RN hours, 0.71 LPN hours, and 2.56 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 44.7%.
How many beds does Wesley on Grand have?▾
Wesley on Grand has 80 certified beds with an average of 77.8 residents per day, resulting in approximately 97% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Corporation owned and is part of the Wesleylife chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Wesley on Grand?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Iowa, including 5 in Des Moines. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Wesley on Grand?▾
On Google Maps, Wesley on Grand has a rating of 4.1 out of 5 based on 73 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 5/5.

Part of Wesleylife

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