Karen Acres Care Center is a 5-star (much above average) rated 35-bed nursing home in Urbandale, Iowa. It has 2 deficiencies on its most recent health inspection. The facility has moderate registered nurse staffing. Its quality ratings have been improving over recent months. It is certified by Medicare and Medicaid.

Data from CMS, last updated April 2026

karen acres care center

3605 Elm Drive · Urbandale, IA 50322
5
★★★★★
Overall Rating
Health Inspections
4 / 5
Staffing
3 / 5
Quality Measures
5 / 5
Trend
improving
Staffing
RN Hours/Resident/Day
0.64
Total Nurse Hours/Day
3.10
RN Turnover
66.7%
Total Staff Turnover
40.0%
Facility Info
Beds
35
Avg. Residents/Day
31
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Certification
Medicare, Medicaid
Inspections
Health Deficiencies
2
Complaint Deficiencies
1
Total Fines
$0
Number of Penalties
0

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall rating for Karen Acres Care Center?
Karen Acres Care Center has an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars (Much Above Average) based on CMS quality data.
Has Karen Acres Care Center been fined or penalized?
Karen Acres Care Center has no penalty records on file with CMS.
How many deficiencies does Karen Acres Care Center have?
Karen Acres Care Center has 2 health deficiency citation(s) from its most recent inspection cycle.
Does Karen Acres Care Center accept Medicare or Medicaid?
Yes, Karen Acres Care Center accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
How does Karen Acres Care Center compare to other nursing homes in Urbandale?
Visit our Urbandale, Iowa nursing homes page to see how Karen Acres Care Center ranks against other facilities in the area.