Dubuque Specialty Care in Dubuque, IA

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Dubuque Specialty Care in Dubuque, IA

Dubuque Specialty Care is a nursing home community in Dubuque, IA.

Information last verified: December 26, 2025

2935 Kaufmann Avenue, Dubuque, IA 52001

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

3.8 from 35 reviews

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Overall Review of Dubuque Specialty Care

common 6 reviews mention this

Cleanliness comes through consistently

Residents repeatedly describe the building as clean, fresh, and well maintained.

Multiple residents and families highlight cleanliness in both private rooms and shared spaces, saying the facility stays spotless and well cared for. Several reviews also mention there are fewer unpleasant odors than typical nursing homes, and that the spaces feel tidy and comfortable. Even after tours, reviewers specifically call out how clean and well organized the community looks.

common 19 reviews mention this

Caring, attentive staffing stands out

Reviews consistently describe staff as attentive, friendly, and genuinely caring.

Many reviews focus on how staff are warm and responsive, including being attentive to residents and their families. Several mention nursing assistants and nurses keeping families posted, explaining care plans, and providing day-to-day support. Others describe therapy teams and caregiving staff as helpful in getting back to independence and keeping residents engaged.

differentiator 5 reviews mention this

Activities and therapy keep people moving

Residents describe regular activities and therapy support as part of daily life.

Families and residents mention community activities such as bingo, social events, and exercise programs that help with engagement. Reviews also describe therapy support—like learning exercises and receiving PT or OT—to build back independence after illness or injury. A few reviewers point to the activities director and ongoing scheduling as reasons their loved ones felt supported.

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Meal service gets mixed feedback

Food is sometimes praised, but at least one review calls it a downfall.

Some reviews say meal service is good and that residents can choose meals, aligning with the idea of restaurant-style dining. Others give a contrary view, including one review that specifically lists food as the main downside during a stay. Overall, dining quality appears inconsistent depending on the reviewer’s experience.

caveat 6 reviews mention this

Administration and pandemic handling disappoint

Some reviews raise serious concerns about administration during difficult periods.

A few low-star reviews describe pandemic-related handling as poorly managed, including residents feeling unsupported and families feeling they were not treated with compassion or respect. Other complaints focus on communication and care follow-through, such as delayed responses to needs or unmet expectations for skilled therapy support. Even when some caregiving is praised, these reviews emphasize that administration and oversight were the problem.

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Features

Housing

98 resident community capacity

Types of Care

Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

Dubuque Municipal (8 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions

Dining

Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions

Activities

Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Parks

Veterans Memorial Park (0.5 miles)
Dubuque Arboretum & Botanical Gardens (1.3 miles)
Bee Branch (2 miles)
Riverview Park (2.1 miles)

Pharmacies

Walgreens (0.7 miles)
Hartig Drug (0.8 miles)
Hartig Drug (1.6 miles)
Walgreens (1.6 miles)
Union Family Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
Hartig Drug (1.8 miles)
Hy-Vee Pharmacy (1.9 miles)

Restaurants

Subway (0.7 miles)
Village Inn (1 miles)
McDonald's (1 miles)
Arby's (1.1 miles)
Dog House Lounge (1.2 miles)
Hardee's (1.3 miles)
Burger King (1.4 miles)

Physicians

Dubuque Neurology and Sleep Medicine PC (0.7 miles)
George Behnam Isaac (0.7 miles)
Dubuque Family Practice (0.7 miles)
Fuerste Eye Clinic (0.8 miles)
Tri-State Independent Physicians Association (0.8 miles)
Eye Deal Optical (0.9 miles)
Dubuque Anesthesia Services PC (1 miles)

Places of Worship

Power Of Prayer (1 miles)
Resurrection Church (1.5 miles)

Cafes

Panera Bread (1 miles)
Jumble Coffee Co (1.5 miles)
Convivium Urban Farmstead (1.6 miles)
Caribou Coffee (1.7 miles)
Starbucks (1.7 miles)
Verena Street Coffee Co. (1.9 miles)
Charlotte's Coffee House (2.3 miles)

Theaters

Phoenix Theatres (1.5 miles)

Hospitals

Stonehill Care Center (2.2 miles)
Mercy Hospital Emergency Room (2.3 miles)
Mercy Medical Center (2.3 miles)

Transportation

Aaah Lucky Cab Co. (2.3 miles)

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