Hillcrest Home in Sumner, Iowa, operates as a skilled nursing facility that delivers 24-hour licensed nursing oversight, post-acute rehabilitation, and long-term custodial care. Registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and certified nursing assistants work in coordinated shifts to manage wound care, IV therapies, medication administration, and monitoring of chronic conditions. The clinical team collaborates with residents’ physicians to adjust care plans promptly, aiming to reduce hospital readmissions and support stable recovery.
Beyond routine medical services, Hillcrest Home offers on-site physical, occupational, and speech therapy several times a week, along with regular consultations from dietitians, social workers, and pharmacy providers. The staff manages laboratory draws, imaging referrals, and transportation to specialist appointments. Families receive scheduled care-plan meetings to stay informed, and a secure call-light system allows residents to request assistance at any hour.
Resident living quarters include a mix of private and semi-private rooms. Some accommodations open to landscaped outdoor areas, others sit near the library and computer lounge for easy access to internet use or quiet reading, and a limited number come with garage parking. Because rooms vary in layout and features, not every unit has direct patio access, lounge proximity, or garage availability.
Dining services center on three daily meals prepared in-house under dietitian guidance. Therapeutic diets such as low-sodium, diabetic-friendly, or mechanical-soft are available by physician order, and staff provide assistance with eating for residents who need it. Meals are served in a communal dining room to encourage social interaction, with room-tray service offered when medically necessary.
Hillcrest Home supports daily engagement through an on-site activity center where residents can take part in fitness classes, crafts, discussion groups, and scheduled entertainment. Program staff tailor calendars to match residents’ abilities and medical restrictions, offering both group and one-to-one options to promote social connection and mental stimulation.
