Michael Henline
Apr 2026
The staff here are friendly and certainly helpful. I had a couple of questions and both ladies were quick to help. Spoke to a few residents and received even more answers and a fair amount of praise for the staff as well.
1 / 4Quick Facts
- Total units
- 50
- Medicare rating
- 3 of 5
- Ownership
- For profit, Corporation
- Certified beds
- 50
- Inspections
- View history (29 citations)
- Feedback Channel
- 24-hour helpline available 365 days a year
- Operator
- Part of the North Shore Healthcare network
- History
- Providing care in Rib Lake since 1969
CMS Care Compare
What Families Think
The Good
- Long-tenured staff, averaging 10-15 years
- Therapy department focused on rehabilitation needs
- Dietary department supporting resident nutrition
- 24-hour helpline for family feedback
- Providing skilled nursing care since 1969
The Bad
- No published pricing information available
- Very few online reviews (only 4) to gauge experience
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Rib Lake Health Services is a senior living community in Rib Lake, Wisconsin offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Gathering / Activity Spaces, Social Activities and Housekeeping. Families rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 4 reviews.
About Rib Lake Health Services
Rib Lake Health Services is a geriatric care community in Rib Lake, Wisconsin, providing skilled nursing and rehabilitation services to residents and surrounding communities since 1969.
The community offers a range of clinical and therapeutic services, including a therapy department focused on rehabilitation needs, nursing care that exceeds clinical requirements, and a dietary department. Staff are trained to support residents through their recovery and care needs.
Activities and engagement are central to the community's approach, with an array of programs designed to keep residents active. The facility emphasizes a welcoming environment where residents are treated as part of a family.
The community operates according to core values of trust, engagement, competence, respect, and passion. Staff retention is notably high, with an average tenure between 10 and 15 years, reflecting stability in the care team. The facility is part of the North Shore Healthcare family.
Residents and families can share feedback or concerns through a 24-hour helpline available 365 days a year, providing a channel for communication about their experience at the community.
Types of Care at Rib Lake Health Services
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Emergency Call System
- Wheelchair Accessible
Meals & Dining
- Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
Community Amenities
- 24-Hour Staff
- Gathering / Activity Spaces
- Housekeeping
- Medication Management
- On-Site Nurse (RN)
Activities
- Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)
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Help Me ChooseReviews of Rib Lake Health Services
4.8overall · 4 ratings combined
4.8★ on Google (4)
Government Inspection History
7 inspection visits in the last three years, 29 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Feb 4, 2026Health Complaint1 citation
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 Feb 18, 2026
Oct 1, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard8 citations
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Dec 4, 2025
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadNo revisit needed
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadNo revisit needed
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 15, 2025
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 4, 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 Dec 4, 2025
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, isolatedCorrected Dec 4, 2025
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 4, 2025
Sep 3, 2025Health Complaint2 citations
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 3, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 3, 2025
Jan 22, 2025Health Complaint3 citations
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 Feb 13, 2025
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, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 13, 2025
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 13, 2025
Dec 4, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 2, 2025
Sep 11, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard7 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 8, 2024
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 8, 2024
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 8, 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 Oct 8, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 8, 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 8, 2024
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 8, 2024
Sep 7, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard7 citations
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 27, 2023
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 27, 2023
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 27, 2023
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 27, 2023
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 27, 2023
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 27, 2023
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 27, 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 Rib Lake Health Services offer?
Rib Lake Health Services offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Where is Rib Lake Health Services located?
Rib Lake Health Services is located at 650 Pearl St in Rib Lake, Wisconsin.
How did Rib Lake Health Services do on recent health and safety inspections?
Rib Lake Health Services had 7 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 29 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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