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Mayflower Community

616 Broad Street

4.1(8 ratings)· Grinnell average: 4.7

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Quick Facts

Total units
40
Medicare rating
5 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
Non profit, Church related
Certified beds
40

What Families Think

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Mayflower Community is a small skilled nursing and long-term care community in Grinnell, Iowa, with a 4.1-star Google rating from just 8 reviews. The limited reviews available specifically praise the staff, though there isn't enough detail to speak to amenities, care specifics, or pricing.

What reviewers praise

  • Reviewers describe staff as excellent and top shelf
  • Solid 4.1 out of 5 average rating

What reviewers flag

  • No published pricing information available
  • Very few reviews (only 8) to draw conclusions from

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Mayflower Community is a senior living community in Grinnell, Iowa offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 4.1 out of 5 across 8 reviews.

About Mayflower Community

Mayflower Community is a skilled nursing and long-term care community in Grinnell, licensed for up to 40 residents. All beds are Medicare and Medicaid certified. The community is operated as a non-profit, church-related organization and holds a 5-star overall rating from CMS.

The community provides 24-hour staffing with on-site nursing, medication management, and emergency call systems. Amenities include private rooms with private bathrooms, a restaurant-style dining room with dietary accommodations, housekeeping and laundry services, cable or satellite television, and wheelchair accessibility. Social activities and gathering spaces support resident engagement.

Reviewers generally commend the facility's care and environment, though experiences vary. Most describe attentive staff and well-maintained grounds, while some raise concerns about communication and responsiveness to families. One reviewer noted "wonderful staff and clean facilities," reflecting themes several families shared about the quality of daily care.

Types of Care at Mayflower Community

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Bathroom
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)

Activities

  • Social Activities

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Reviews of Mayflower Community

4.1overall · 8 ratings combined

4.1★ on Google (8)

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Government Inspection History

4 inspection visits in the last three years, 17 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Apr 9, 2026Health 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 May 1, 2026

May 29, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard6 citations
  • 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 Jun 6, 2025

  • Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 29, 2025

  • Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 29, 2025

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 16, 2025

  • 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 Jun 16, 2025

  • Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 29, 2025

Jul 11, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard7 citations
  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 22, 2024

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

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 15, 2024

  • Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 2, 2024

  • Have proper fire barriers, ventilation and signs for the transfilling of oxygen.

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

  • Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 15, 2024

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 2, 2024

  • 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 Aug 2, 2024

May 11, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard3 citations
  • Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 19, 2023

  • Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 19, 2023

  • Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 19, 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 Mayflower Community offer?

Mayflower Community offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Mayflower Community located?

Mayflower Community is located at 616 Broad Street in Grinnell, Iowa.

What do families say about Mayflower Community?

Mayflower Community carries a 4.1 out of 5 rating from 8 Google reviews. Mayflower Community is a small skilled nursing and long-term care community in Grinnell, Iowa, with a 4.1-star Google rating from just 8 reviews. The limited reviews available specifically praise the staff, though there isn't enough detail to speak to amenities, care specifics, or pricing. Reviews on MyLivingChoice come from families who confirmed a connection to the community and appear with the reviewer's first name and last initial.

How did Mayflower Community do on recent health and safety inspections?

Mayflower Community had 4 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 17 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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