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Friendship Home

714 Division

4.2(17 ratings)

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Quick Facts

Total units
46
Medicare rating
5 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
Non profit, Corporation
Certified beds
46
Religious Affiliation
Christian faith-based care setting
Memory Care Security
Locked, secured memory care unit on-site
Therapy Services
On-site physical, speech, and occupational therapy
Intergenerational Program
Shares wing with a children's daycare

What Families Think

Friendship Home is a small, Christian-affiliated long-term care community in Audubon, Iowa, praised by most reviewers for cleanliness, friendly staff, and consistent family communication. It offers a secured memory care unit and on-site therapy services, though the number of online reviews is limited.

The Good

  • Staff described as friendly and knowledgeable
  • Facility kept clean and tidy
  • Families kept well informed about resident care
  • Secured memory care unit for dementia residents
  • On-site physical, speech, and occupational therapy
  • Unique connection with on-site children's daycare

The Bad

  • One report of harassing agency staff
  • Very small sample of online reviews (17 total)
  • No published pricing information

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Friendship Home is a senior living community in Audubon, Iowa offering Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Outdoor Patio, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 4.2 out of 5 across 17 reviews.

About Friendship Home

Friendship Home Association is a senior-living community in Audubon, Iowa, offering assisted living, skilled nursing, memory care, and hospice services in a Christian setting focused on compassion and choice.

The community prioritizes resident health and safety through a combination of a high-quality facility and well-trained nursing staff, maintaining a warm and friendly atmosphere. Customized therapy programs are designed to help patients recover safely and return to their prior level of health, with staff providing physical, speech, and occupational therapy along with ongoing evaluation.

For residents with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, Friendship Home offers a special unit featuring a structured, personal environment with locked and secured areas to prevent wandering concerns. Residents benefit from personalized activities and access to a beautiful courtyard for outdoor recreation.

The community also provides hospice care in partnership with various hospice providers, offering palliative and comfort care services. Staff are trained to facilitate these care needs to ensure quality of life for residents.

Types of Care at Friendship Home

Assisted LivingSkilled 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
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)
  • Outdoor Patio

Activities

  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of Friendship Home

4.2overall · 17 ratings combined

4.2★ on Google (17)

Logan Matenaer

Aug 2024

via Google

From my experience as a Pastor who does services here and visits regularly, the facility is always clean and tidy. The staff has always been welcoming and courteous both to me and the residents. The residents seem to really enjoy being here! The Friendship Home offers many ways for fellowship to occur and one of my favorites is the Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday "bingo" (my 1-year old daughter loves joining me). Additionally, the many group meals, daily activities, and shared wing with "The Children's Nest" daycare keeps the residents engaged and active. Overall a great place that provides care and love and of course, Friendship!

Jousy Henriquez

Jul 2023

via Google

Harassing agency staff that go there 0/10

Kari Schneider

Jul 2022

via Google

Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Very clean.

Kathy Hahn

Dec 2019

via Google

Very nice place my friends mom has been there for a couple months now and they keep her daughter very well informed

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Government Inspection History

5 inspection visits in the last three years, 31 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Sep 4, 2025Health Complaint2 citations
  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 5, 2025

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 5, 2025

Jun 19, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard5 citations
  • Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 25, 2025

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 25, 2025

  • Properly install and monitor supervisory attachments on automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 18, 2025

  • To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 25, 2025

  • Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 1, 2025

Aug 1, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard13 citations
  • Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 15, 2024

  • Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 16, 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 Aug 6, 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 Aug 15, 2024

  • 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.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 22, 2024

  • 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 Aug 22, 2024

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

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 22, 2024

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 26, 2024

  • Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 7, 2024

  • Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 26, 2024

  • Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 6, 2024

  • 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.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 22, 2024

  • Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 7, 2024

Nov 9, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard7 citations
  • 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 Dec 4, 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 Dec 4, 2023

  • Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 17, 2023

  • 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.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 4, 2023

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 14, 2023

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 19, 2023

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 4, 2023

Jul 20, 2023Health Complaint4 citations
  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 16, 2023

  • Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 16, 2023

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 16, 2023

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 16, 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 Friendship Home offer?

Friendship Home offers Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Friendship Home located?

Friendship Home is located at 714 Division in Audubon, Iowa.

What do families say about Friendship Home?

Friendship Home is a small, Christian-affiliated long-term care community in Audubon, Iowa, praised by most reviewers for cleanliness, friendly staff, and consistent family communication. It offers a secured memory care unit and on-site therapy services, though the number of online reviews is limited.

How did Friendship Home do on recent health and safety inspections?

Friendship Home had 5 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 31 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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