Good Shepherd Health Center
Nursing Home Facility
302 Second Street Ne, Mason City, IA 50401
Good Shepherd Health Center is a senior care community located in Mason City, IA. It provides assisted living, nursing home care, continuing care (CCRC), and senior living for older adults in the Mason City area. To learn more or schedule a tour, call (641) 424-1740.
With 170 beds, Good Shepherd Health Center is one of the larger communities in the area, senior care communities in Mason City average about 87 beds. Larger communities more often keep clinical staff on site around the clock and can offer a wider range of on-site therapy and activities, though some families prefer the quieter feel of a smaller setting.
Federal reporting puts occupancy at about 86% of its licensed beds.
Medicare rates this community 1 out of 5 stars overall, a score based on health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Its most recent standard health inspection was in December 2025 and recorded 7 deficiencies.
Residents receive about 3.6 hours of nursing care per day on average, including 0.4 hours from a registered nurse. Nursing staff turnover over the past year was about 69%, which is high and can affect continuity of care.
The community is located in Cerro Gordo County, IA.
Good Shepherd Health Center offers assisted living, nursing home care, continuing care (CCRC), and senior living.
Facility details
- Organization type Non profit - Church related
- Beds / units 170
- Religious affiliation Church Based
- Occupancy 86%
- Nursing hours per resident/day 3.6
- Annual staff turnover 69%
- Last health inspection December 2025