Friendship Haven, Inc

420 South Kenyon Road, Fort Dodge, Iowa 50501

Phone: (515) 573-2121

4/5Above Average

Verified Data

Sources: CMS Care CompareUpdated: April 2026How we compile →

Facility Report Card

Overall CMS rating is 4/5 stars — "Above Average."
Total nurse staffing of 5.2 hrs/resident/day is well above the national average (~3.8).
RN staffing is strong at 1.09 hours per resident per day.
No fines recorded in the current CMS reporting period.
17 deficiencies recorded, including 1 severe.

CMS Star Ratings

Overall

Above Average

Health Inspection

Average

Staffing

Much Above Average

Quality Measures

Above Average

Staffing Data

Total Nurse Staffing (hrs/resident/day)	5.21
RN Staffing (hrs/resident/day)	1.09
Staff Turnover Rate	38.7%
Staffing Star Rating

Penalties & Fines

Fines

Total Fine Amount

Deficiencies

Severe Deficiencies

Facility Details

Certified Beds	155
Average Residents/Day	120.6
Ownership Type	Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type	Medicare and Medicaid
Continuing Care Community	Yes
Resident & Family Council	Both
Ownership Changed (12 mo)	No
Special Focus Status	None
CMS Certification #	165291

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall rating of Friendship Haven, Inc?

Friendship Haven, Inc has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which is considered "Above Average." This composite score reflects health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures as reported by CMS Care Compare.

How many beds does Friendship Haven, Inc have?

Friendship Haven, Inc is a large facility with 155 certified beds and an average of 120.6 residents per day. It is located in Fort Dodge, Iowa.

What is the staffing level at Friendship Haven, Inc?

Friendship Haven, Inc provides 5.21 total nurse staffing hours per resident per day, which is above the national average. Registered Nurse (RN) hours are 1.09 per resident per day. The total nursing staff turnover rate is 38.7%.

Has Friendship Haven, Inc received any fines or penalties?

Friendship Haven, Inc has no recorded fines or penalties in the current CMS reporting period. This is a positive indicator of regulatory compliance.

What type of ownership is Friendship Haven, Inc?

Friendship Haven, Inc is classified as "Non profit - Corporation" by CMS. It is part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC).

Is Friendship Haven, Inc Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Friendship Haven, Inc is certified as "Medicare and Medicaid" by CMS. This means it participates in Medicare and Medicaid programs and must meet federal quality standards.

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