Avoca Specialty Care

Avoca Specialty Care Located in Avoca, IA, Avoca Specialty Care is licensed to provide quality care to up to 46 residents, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Avoca Specialty Carex is a skilled nursing and long-term care community providing compassionate, individualized care for our residents, while also caring for their family's wellbeing and peace of mind. We serve residents from Pottawattamie County, Iowa, and many surrounding communities. We are committed to providing our residents with an active and engaging quality of life through daily programming, social and educational activities, and services that promote physical health, provide mental stimulation, increase engagement and help our residents thrive in a home-like setting. Care Initiatives is Iowa’s largest nonprofit provider of high-quality skilled nursing care, hospice care, assisted living, independent living, memory care and more. With 60 locations across the Midwest, Care Initiatives and the team at Avoca Specialty Care are ready to assist.

Small, everyday choices can make a big difference in heart health: ✅ Stay active ✅ Choose heart-healthy foods ✅ Manage b...
02/27/2026

Small, everyday choices can make a big difference in heart health:
✅ Stay active
✅ Choose heart-healthy foods
✅ Manage blood pressure and cholesterol
✅ Don’t ignore warning signs

A healthy heart supports a healthier, more active life.

💙 At Care Initiatives, we’re proud to support heart health for our residents, team members, and communities. Learn more about our services at www.CareInitiatives.org

Sallie came to Avoca in need of Physical and Occupational therapy and the team did just that! In a few short weeks, Sall...
02/25/2026

Sallie came to Avoca in need of Physical and Occupational therapy and the team did just that!

In a few short weeks, Sallie was able to become more independent and regain her abilities so she could return home. Sallie was a trooper throughout the process and very motivated to gain her independence back. We appreciate the team in the therapy department to assist in her ability to regain independence!

More photos from the Sweetheart dance 💃
02/23/2026

More photos from the Sweetheart dance 💃

Avoca had a blast during our sweetheart dance! Many families and friends came out to enjoy Valentine’s Day with their lo...
02/23/2026

Avoca had a blast during our sweetheart dance! Many families and friends came out to enjoy Valentine’s Day with their loved ones.

⏱️ Minutes Matter During a Heart Attack If you notice sudden chest discomfort, trouble breathing, or unexplained pain, d...
02/20/2026

⏱️ Minutes Matter During a Heart Attack

If you notice sudden chest discomfort, trouble breathing, or unexplained pain, don’t wait—and don’t drive yourself.
📞 Call 911 immediately.

Early treatment can reduce damage to the heart and save lives.

💙 At Care Initiatives, we’re committed to promoting heart health and helping our communities recognize when every second counts. Learn more about our services at www.CareInitiatives.org.

Heart attack symptoms can present differently in women and are often overlooked. Signs may include: • Unusual fatigue • ...
02/13/2026

Heart attack symptoms can present differently in women and are often overlooked. Signs may include:
• Unusual fatigue
• Nausea or vomiting
• Back or jaw pain
• Shortness of breath

If something doesn’t feel right, trust your instincts and seek medical help right away. Recognizing the differences can help save lives.

💙 At Care Initiatives, we’re committed to raising awareness and supporting heart health in the communities we serve. Learn more about our services at www.CareInitiatives.org.

Families and friends please come and join us for our Sweetheart Dance on February 12th at 5:00 p.m.!We will have a grand...
02/12/2026

Families and friends please come and join us for our Sweetheart Dance on February 12th at 5:00 p.m.!

We will have a grand march and you are welcome to dress up if you desire! Please come and enjoy a lovely time with the residents and team.

We had surprise entertainment from Paul Sibert. He was phenomenal and very entertaining. We cannot wait to see him again...
02/10/2026

We had surprise entertainment from Paul Sibert. He was phenomenal and very entertaining. We cannot wait to see him again!

Christina from the Shelby County Conservation Board and Department of Natural Resources brought turtles to visit our res...
02/09/2026

Christina from the Shelby County Conservation Board and Department of Natural Resources brought turtles to visit our residents and teach them about different species!

Our residents love programs with the DNR because they are very informative and interactive. Can’t wait to see what she brings next!

Families and friends please come and join us for our Sweetheart Dance on February 12th at 5:00 p.m.! We will have a gran...
02/08/2026

Families and friends please come and join us for our Sweetheart Dance on February 12th at 5:00 p.m.!

We will have a grand march and you are welcome to dress up if you desire! Please come and enjoy a lovely time with the residents and team.

🚨 Know the Signs of a Heart Attack Recognizing the warning signs can help save lives. Common symptoms may include: ❤️ Ch...
02/06/2026

🚨 Know the Signs of a Heart Attack

Recognizing the warning signs can help save lives. Common symptoms may include:
❤️ Chest pain or discomfort
💨 Shortness of breath
💪 Pain in the arm, back, neck, or jaw
🤢 Nausea or lightheadedness

If you or someone near you experiences these symptoms, call 911 immediately. Quick action can make all the difference.

💙 At Care Initiatives, we care about the health and safety of our residents, team members, and communities—today and every day. Learn more about our services at www.CareInitiatives.org.

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610 East York Road
Avoca, IA
51521

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+17123436398

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Welcome to Avoca Specialty Care

Built in 2001, Avoca Specialty Care is a non-profit skilled nursing care center that can provide care for up to 46 individuals in private and semi-private rooms. Many of our residents are temporarily with us while they recuperate and rehabilitate using our state-of-the-art therapy room where they work one-on-one with a therapist to set goals and achieve them before returning home. Our therapists, nurses and certified nurses’ aides work as a team with physicians to develop personalized care plans for each patient – long-term, Rehab to Home and outpatient.

While we take pride in our skilled nursing care, outstanding meals and loving compassion, we also are committed to providing a variety of socializing options. Bingo, small group crafts and card games, pet therapy and gardening during the spring and summer are just a few of the daily activities. We enjoy making the most of any holiday and invite the community to join us for Mother’s Day tea, Father’s Day barbecue and coming in for musical entertainment.