Quick answers
- Where is Brooklyn Community Estates?
- 406 North Street, Brooklyn, IA 52211, in Poweshiek County, Iowa.
- What is the phone number of Brooklyn Community Estates?
- (641) 522-9263, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Brooklyn Community Estates?
- Medicare overall rating: 5 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Brooklyn Community Estates been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for Brooklyn Community Estates.
- What did inspectors find at Brooklyn Community Estates?
- In its last three inspection cycles (August 1, 2024 to May 28, 2026), Medicare lists 1 health citation; the most serious was level D. See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
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Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (August 1, 2024 to May 28, 2026), Brooklyn Community Estates had 1 health citation; the most serious was level D (no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm). Medicare lists no fines or payment denials for it in the last three years. Nurse staffing is 3.58 hours per resident per day; the Iowa average is 3.86 and the national average is 3.90.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.
Inspection history: last three cycles
State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.
What the letters A to L mean
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: May 28, 2026 — 1 health citation
Inspections in this cycle: May 28, 2026 (complaint investigation); May 28, 2026 (standard health inspection).
Show 1 citation (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0700 Level D
“Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.”
Previous cycle: May 7, 2025 — no health citations
Inspections in this cycle: May 7, 2025 (standard health inspection).
Earlier cycle: August 1, 2024 — no health citations
Inspections in this cycle: August 1, 2024 (standard health inspection).
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
Full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare →
Fire safety citations (12)
K0345 Level F
“Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.”
K0712 Level F
“Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.”
K0363 Level E
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
K0345 Level F
“Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.”
K0347 Level F
“Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.”
K0222 Level E
“Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.”
K0363 Level E
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
E0013 Level F
“Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.”
E0015 Level F
“Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.”
K0341 Level F
“Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.”
K0711 Level F
“Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.”
K0712 Level F
“Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.”
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.
| Measure | This home | Iowa | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.57 | 0.74 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.42 | 0.56 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.60 | 2.56 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 3.58 | 3.86 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.20 | 3.38 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.31 | 0.51 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 24.4% | 44.1% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 16.7% | 42.1% | 42.5% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 0.0 | 0.4 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Owners and operator
Legal business name: Brooklyn Community Estate Inc.
Owners and managers Medicare lists (3)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sissel, Shane | Direct owner | 67% | October 30, 2012 |
| Sissel, Susan | Direct owner | 33% | October 30, 2012 |
| Senescence Solutions Inc | Management company (operational or managerial control) | NOT APPLICABLE | November 14, 2012 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Ownership file, data updated October 1, 2026. Only owners with an ownership interest and management companies are shown.
Compare with other nursing homes
Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 50 |
| Average residents per day | 41.8 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | For profit – corporation |
| Legal business name | Brooklyn Community Estate Inc |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 2009-10-01 |
| Resident and family councils | None |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 406 North Street, Brooklyn, IA 52211 |
| County | Poweshiek County |
| State | Iowa |
| Phone | (641) 522‑9263 |
| CMS Certification Number | 165594 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
What to ask when you call or visit
A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.
- Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
- Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
- How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
- Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
- What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
- Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
- What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
- Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
- Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
- Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.
Other nursing homes nearby
By straight-line distance (not driving distance).
- Montezuma Specialty Care12 mi · Montezuma, IA · 3 of 5 stars
- St Francis Manor14 mi · Grinnell, IA · 5 of 5 stars
- Belle Plaine Specialty Care14 mi · Belle Plaine, IA · 4 of 5 stars
- Mayflower Home15 mi · Grinnell, IA · 5 of 5 stars
- Sunny Hill Care Center18 mi · Tama, IA · 1 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Grinnell Regional Medical Center15 mi · Grinnell, IA · Acute Care Hospital
- Compass Memorial Healthcare20 mi · Marengo, IA · Critical Access Hospital
- MercyOne Newton Medical Center32 mi · Newton, IA · Acute Care Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13