Nursing Homes in Emmet County, Iowa

3 Medicare-certified nursing homes serve Emmet County, averaging 3.3 out of 5 overall among rated providers. Below are provider profiles with CMS ratings, inspections, staffing, and ownership.

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Nursing Homes profiles in Emmet County

Nursing Home · For profit - Corporation Estherville Community Care Center Estherville, IA 51334 CMS rating 3.0 / 546 beds Nursing Home · Non profit - Corporation Good Samaritan - Estherville Estherville, IA 51334 CMS rating 2.0 / 562 beds Nursing Home · For profit - Limited Liability company Valley Vue Care Center Armstrong, IA 50514 CMS rating 5.0 / 540 beds

Cities in Emmet County

Estherville, IA 2 facilities Armstrong, IA 1 facilities

Choosing a nursing home in Emmet County

When comparing nursing homes, review the health inspection findings behind the star rating, check nurse staffing levels and turnover, and ask about rehabilitation services, memory care, and how care plans are reviewed.

The best comparison uses several signals at once: inspection history, nurse staffing, quality measures, and the specific services a person needs. Ratings summarize those signals but never replace a visit or a conversation with staff.

If you are choosing for yourself or a family member in Emmet County, visit in person when possible, ask about current availability, and confirm participation in Medicare and Medicaid. Ask how the provider handles care planning, family communication, and after-hours concerns.

Frequently asked questions

How many nursing homes are in Emmet County?

The current CMS data lists 3 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Emmet County, Iowa, with an average overall CMS rating of 3.3 out of 5 among rated providers.

Which cities in Emmet County have nursing homes?

Estherville, Armstrong have Medicare-certified nursing homes in the current data.

Data sources

Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog. Data processing date: 2026-10-06.

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