Who We Are
Improving quality of life for older Iowans
The Iowa Nursing Home Quality Coalition supports nursing homes, caregivers, partners, and communities in advancing quality care, dignity, and person-centered services for older adults across Iowa.
Our Vision
To ensure every older adult in Iowa receives exceptional care and compassion, fostering a community where dignity, respect, and well-being are prioritized. We strive for continuous improvement in quality and service while valuing the voices of residents and families.
Our Mission
Our mission is to advocate for and implement the highest standards of care in nursing homes across Iowa while fostering collaboration, innovation, education, and accountability.
Our Purpose
Our purpose is to unite stakeholders across Iowa in a collaborative effort to enhance the quality of life for older adults living in nursing homes.
Benefits of Participation
- Collaboration and Networking
- Advocacy and Influence
- Professional Development
- Support System
- Recognition and Credibility
- Data-Driven Insights
- Resource Efficiency
- Innovation and Best Practices
- Emergency Preparedness
- Community Impact
Requirements of Participation
- Join the Csomay Center at no cost
- Provide demographic survey information
- Attend monthly meetings
- Participate in coalition exercises
- Collect and review quality data
Coalition Goals
- Reduce falls by 15%
- Reduce hospitalizations by 10%
- Reduce emergency department visits by 10%
- Meet or exceed state benchmarks
- Improve nursing home star ratings
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PARTNERSHIPS
Collaborative Support
Connecting nursing homes, partners, and local resources to strengthen quality improvement efforts.
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COUNTIES REACHED
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NURSING HOMES
Targeted Engagement
Reaching facilities across Iowa through training, peer learning, and individualized assistance.
Corporate Partnerships
The coalition is supported by academic, healthcare, community, advocacy, and long-term care partners working together to improve nursing home quality across Iowa.
Committed to advancing the Age-Friendly Initiative, the Iowa Geriatric Education Center maintains a strong partnership with the Barbara and Richard Csomay Center for Gerontological Excellence. Together, we collaborate through the Iowa Nursing Home Quality Coalition to promote workforce development, quality improvement, and person-centered care across Iowa’s nursing homes.
Supporting Organizations
01. Parkview Manor516 13th StWellman, IA 52356 | 02. Arbor Court701 E Maple Leaf DrMt Pleasant, IA 52641 | 03. Rose Haven Nursing Home1500 Franklyn AveMarengo, IA 52301 | 04. Bartels Lutheran Retirement Community1922 5th Ave NWWaverly, IA 50677 |
05. Iowa Veterans Home1301 Summit StMarshalltown, IA 50158 | 06. Simpson Memorial Home1000 N Miller StWest Liberty, IA 52776 | 07. Briarwood Health Care Center605 Greenwood DrIowa City, IA 52246 | 08. Lantern Park Specialty Care2200 Oakdale RdCoralville, IA 52241 |
09. Solon Retirement Village523 E 5th StSolon, IA 52333 | 10. Legacy Healthcare3450 Oakton StSkokie, IL 60076 | 11. Wapello Specialty Care601 US-61Wapello, IA 52653 | 12. Cottage Grove Place2115 1st Ave SECedar Rapids, IA 52402 |
13. Rehabilitation Center of lisbon905 W Main StLisbon, IA 52253 | 14. West Ridge Care Center3131 F Ave NWCedar Rapids, IA 52405 | 15. Harmony Cedar Rapids1940 1st Ave NECedar Rapids, IA 52402 | 16. Lone Tree Health Care Center & Pioneer Park Assisted Living501 E Pioneer RdLone Tree, IA 52755 |
17. Westview of Indianola Care Center1900 W 3rd PlaceIndianola, IA 50125 | 18. Harmony Davenport815 E Locust StDavenport, IA 52803 | 19. Mechanicsville Specialty Care104 E 4th StMechanicsville, IA 52306 | 20. Wilton Retirement Community307 Ovesen DrWilton, IA 52778 |
21. Hallmark Care Center215 US-30Mt Vernon, IA 52314 | 22. Oaknoll Retirement Residence1 Oaknoll CtIowa City, IA 52246 | 23. Windmill Manor of Coralville2332 Liberty DrCoralville, IA 52241 | 24. Iowa City Rehab and Health Care Center3661 Rochester AveIowa City, IA 52245 |
25. Bishop Drumm Retirement Center5837 Winwood DriveJohnston, IA 50131 |
Our Priorities
Resident-Centered Care
Prioritizing dignity, safety, and quality of life for residents.
Staffing & Workforce Standards
Adequate staffing levels, training, and fair wages.
Transparency & Accountability
Public reporting of inspection results, ownership, and funding.
Statewide Collaboration
Building a stronger nursing home quality network across Iowa.
The coalition brings together facilities, care teams, educators, community partners, and advocates to promote measurable improvement and shared learning.
2026 Webinars & Events
Each session highlights practical tools, quality improvement strategies, regulatory updates, dementia care, emergency preparedness, and resident-centered practice.
Who should attend?
Audience: Nursing home teams, partners, educators, and care leaders
Format: Webinars, Q&A sessions, and tabletop exercises
Focus: Quality, safety, dementia care, and preparedness
These monthly sessions are designed to support collaboration across Iowa nursing homes and community partners.
Date | Topic | Guest Speakers |
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2/24/2026 | SIM-IA | Jacinda Bunch, PhD, RN, SANE-A, NREMT, Assistant Professor, Clinical, Senior Advisor, SIM-IA Program |
3/31/2026 | Csomay Center Dementia Specialist | Janel Meints, CTRS, DCP, Program Coordinator, Csomay Center |
4/28/2026 | Tabletop Exercise | Sam Jarvis, Emergency Preparedness Planner, Johnson County Public Health |
5/26/2026 | Value First / HPSI Purchasing Consultant | Angela Bruns, LNHA, Continuum Healthcare Services |
6/23/2026 | DIAL Updates | Vicki Worth, Bureau Chief, Long-Term Care Bureau, DIAL |
7/14/2026 | Oral Health / Dementia | Robin McNeil, RDH, BS, MSDHE, Assistant Professor of Community and Preventive Dentistry, College of Dentistry |
8/11/2026 | Lewy Body Dementia Association | Rachel Rose, MOT, OTR/L, Education Manager, Lewy Body Dementia Association |
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10/13/2026 | Tabletop Exercise | Johnson County Public Health |
11/10/2026 | Improvement "Age-Friendly Health System" | Alice Bonner, PhD, RN, Senior Advisor for Aging, Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) and Adjunct Faculty |
12/8/2026 | Wrap-Up for the Year | Kim Bergen-Jackson, PhD, INHQC Director |
Featured Resource
Tools and resources to strengthen care and outcomes for older adults.
Age-Friendly Health Systems Guide to Care of Older Adults in Nursing Homes
Practical strategies and evidence-based approaches to deliver high-quality, person-centered care for older adults.
Kudos Corner
Celebrate the people, teams, and organizations making a positive impact in Iowa nursing home communities.
Congratulations to our coalition members recognized as 2026 Quality Award recipients.
This award honors nursing homes for their commitment to quality improvement, resident-centered care, and excellence in long-term care.
We are proud to celebrate their achievement!
Let us know about the wonderful work being done in your community by celebrating a colleague's accomplishments!
"Voices from the Moment"
Stories behind the coalition work from Dr. Bergen-Jackson
Quality improvement is most powerful when it is shared. The coalition creates a place where nursing homes, educators, public health partners, and community leaders can learn from one another and celebrate the work that improves everyday life for residents.
These voices represent the people who help move nursing home quality forward through collaboration, education, transparency, and practical problem solving.
The coalition continues to gather stories, lessons learned, and examples of excellence from Iowa nursing home communities.
