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Northern Mahaska Specialty Care

2401 Crestview Drive

4.4(25 ratings)· Oskaloosa average: 4.3

Part of Care Initiatives · 43 communities · 3.6★ average

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Quick Facts

Total units
79
Medicare rating
2 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
Non profit, Corporation
Certified beds
79
Regulatory record
Achieved a deficiency-free state survey
Operator
Run by nonprofit Care Initiatives, 60 Midwest sites
Staffing size
Staffed by more than 90 team members

What Families Think

Most reviewers describe Northern Mahaska Specialty Care as a caring, clean skilled nursing and long-term care facility where staff are attentive to residents' medical and emotional needs. One detailed negative review, however, described slow response times, infrequent rehab sessions, and missed meal orders during a rehab stay.

The Good

  • Staff described as genuinely caring and attentive
  • Cleaner than nearby hospital rooms, per one reviewer
  • Achieved a deficiency-free state survey
  • Families feel reassured and welcomed during visits

The Bad

  • One report of 45+ minute wait times for help
  • One report of rehab therapist seen only 3 times in 2 weeks
  • One report of meals not delivered as ordered

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

About Northern Mahaska Specialty Care

Northern Mahaska Specialty Care in Oskaloosa, Iowa is a skilled nursing and long-term care community licensed to serve up to 79 residents around the clock. The facility provides compassionate, individualized care while supporting residents' families with peace of mind.

The community offers skilled nursing care, long-term care, and rehabilitation therapy services. Rehabilitation therapy is provided onsite with state-of-the-art approaches, including both short and long-term options tailored to individual needs. The facility serves residents from Mahaska County and surrounding communities, including those with chronic diseases or debilitating medical conditions such as Alzheimer's and heart disease.

Northern Mahaska Specialty Care is committed to promoting an active and engaging quality of life through daily programming, social and educational activities, and services designed to enhance physical health, mental stimulation, and resident engagement in a home-like setting. The community is staffed by more than 90 dedicated team members.

The facility operates under Care Initiatives, Iowa's largest nonprofit provider of skilled nursing care, which operates 60 locations across the Midwest.

Types of Care

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

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Reviews

4.4overall · 25 ratings combined

4.4★ on Google (25)

Shawn Moore

Dec 2025

via Google

The staff genuinely cares about patients. It was such a pleasant surprise to visit my dad in the evenings and see how genuinely caring and kind everyone was with him. From tech aides to nurses, people really listened to him and were concerned, despite the fact that he had some complex health issues. They really worked with him, better than many hospitals we have been in recently. It was also cleaner than most of the hospital rooms we have been in. I was impressed, and felt confident about his stay after this.

Julie Huddleston

Oct 2024

via Google

So proud of team Northern Mahaska. To achieve a deficiency free survey in this industry shows your dedication to quality. Congratulations to you and your team.

Kevin Patterson

Feb 2022

via Google

I don't think my words will express how thankful and relieved that my father the providers here are providing long term care for my father. Very professional and caring at all times during many challenging situations in such a short time. Thank You All! May God richly bless the Samaritans/Healthcare professionals of Northern Mahaska Specialist care!

dix va

Jun 2021

via Google

A family member was there for rehab care. They were there for 2 weeks and saw the therapist 3 times. They have not helped. Also when needed help it took 45 minutes at least to get help. Never once got a meal that was ordered. I would not recommend this place to anyone.

Jenna Manning

Mar 2021

via Google

Northern Mahaska Specialty Care takes GREAT care of my grandmother! She feels so welcome and enjoys the kind staff. A special shout out to Zoey Thompson! She is great to work with!

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Northern Mahaska Specialty Care offer?

Northern Mahaska Specialty Care offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Northern Mahaska Specialty Care located?

Northern Mahaska Specialty Care is located at 2401 Crestview Drive in Oskaloosa, Iowa.

What do families say about Northern Mahaska Specialty Care?

Most reviewers describe Northern Mahaska Specialty Care as a caring, clean skilled nursing and long-term care facility where staff are attentive to residents' medical and emotional needs. One detailed negative review, however, described slow response times, infrequent rehab sessions, and missed meal orders during a rehab stay.

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