Paige Mcneil
Jun 2026
They can always need improvement
1 / 5Quick Facts
- Total units
- 44
- Medicare rating
- 3 of 5
- Ownership
- For profit, Corporation
- Certified beds
- 44
- Inspections
- View history (41 citations)
- Campus setup
- Adjacent assisted living on same care campus
- Nearby hospital
- Located near Cherokee Regional Medical Center
- Rehab therapies
- On-site physical, occupational, and speech therapy
CMS Care Compare
What Families Think
Accura HealthCare of Cherokee is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility with only a handful of online reviews, offering mixed impressions. Families who commented praised the caring nursing staff and clean rooms, while another reviewer felt there was room for improvement without giving specifics.
The Good
- Nurses described as kind and accommodating
- Rooms kept small but clean
- Regular activities like crafts, bingo, musical therapy
- Staff welcomed outside visitor groups warmly
The Bad
- One reviewer felt there is room for improvement, no specifics given
- No published pricing information available
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Accura HealthCare of Cherokee is a senior living community in Cherokee, Iowa offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Gathering / Activity Spaces, Social Activities and Housekeeping. Families rate it 3.0 out of 5 across 6 reviews.
About Accura HealthCare of Cherokee
Accura HealthCare of Cherokee is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in Cherokee, Iowa, providing short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing care, and long-term care options. The community is part of a full continuum of care campus with adjacent assisted living available.
The nursing team provides around-the-clock medical, psychological, nutritional, physical, and spiritual health care. Short-term rehabilitation includes physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy to help residents rebuild strength and regain independence after illness or surgery. The facility also offers comfort-focused care with pain management services and specialized care focused on relieving symptoms and stress from serious illnesses.
Life enrichment programs feature social and recreational activities including craft activities, bingo, musical therapy, and church services. Amenities include a salad bar and ice cream machine. The community is conveniently located near the Cherokee Regional Medical Center.
Types of Care at Accura HealthCare of Cherokee
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Emergency Call System
- Private Bathroom
- Private Rooms
- Wheelchair Accessible
Meals & Dining
- Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
Community Amenities
- 24-Hour Staff
- Chapel / Religious Services
- Gathering / Activity Spaces
- Housekeeping
- Medication Management
- On-Site Nurse (RN)
Activities
- Arts and Crafts
- Birthday / Holiday Parties
- Religious Services
- Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)
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Help Me ChooseReviews of Accura HealthCare of Cherokee
3overall · 6 ratings combined
3★ on Google (6)
Ann Marie O'Dell
Dec 2023
Our closest friend resides there and the nurses are kind and accommodate our monthly women's group visits with coffee and a table. Our friend has a small but clean room and there are treats and projects for the residents led by nice directors.
Government Inspection History
5 inspection visits in the last three years, 41 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Jan 8, 2026Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard5 citations
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 31, 2026
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 13, 2026
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 13, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 13, 2026
Meet requirements for the use and maintenance of medical gas equipment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 31, 2026
Oct 30, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 5, 2025
Dec 17, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity J of L: immediate jeopardy, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 18, 2024
Oct 10, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard26 citations
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 25, 2024
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 14, 2024
Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 14, 2024
Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 14, 2024
Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 14, 2024
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 14, 2024
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 14, 2024
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 14, 2024
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 14, 2024
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 14, 2024
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 14, 2024
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 14, 2024
Establish policies and procedures for sheltering.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 14, 2024
Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 14, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 25, 2024
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 25, 2024
Develop a communication plan.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 14, 2024
List the names and contact information of those in the facility.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 14, 2024
Provide primary/alternate means for communication.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 14, 2024
Establish methods for sharing information.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 14, 2024
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 14, 2024
Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 14, 2024
Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 14, 2024
Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 14, 2024
Establish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 14, 2024
Establish policies and procedures including evacuation.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 14, 2024
Jul 13, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard8 citations
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 17, 2023
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 17, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 25, 2023
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 17, 2023
Meet requirements for the use and maintenance of medical gas equipment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 17, 2023
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 25, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 25, 2023
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 17, 2023
Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of care does Accura HealthCare of Cherokee offer?
Accura HealthCare of Cherokee offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Where is Accura HealthCare of Cherokee located?
Accura HealthCare of Cherokee is located at 921 Riverview Drive in Cherokee, Iowa.
What do families say about Accura HealthCare of Cherokee?
Accura HealthCare of Cherokee is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility with only a handful of online reviews, offering mixed impressions. Families who commented praised the caring nursing staff and clean rooms, while another reviewer felt there was room for improvement without giving specifics.
How did Accura HealthCare of Cherokee do on recent health and safety inspections?
Accura HealthCare of Cherokee had 5 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 41 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.
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