Located in Albia, IA, Oakwood Specialty Care is licensed to provide quality care to up to 54 residents, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Oakwood Specialty Care is a skilled nursing and long-term care community providing compassionate, individualized care for our residents, while also caring for their family's well-being and peace of mind. We serve residents from Monroe 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 Oakwood Specialty Care are ready to assist.
04/10/2026
Healing is about more than time — it’s about the right care.
At Care Initiatives, our wound care services are designed to support healing, comfort, and overall well‑being, right here in our communities. From prevention to treatment, our teams focus on personalized care for every individual.
Because every step of healing matters. Learn more about our services at www.CareInitiatives.org
04/06/2026
Our Easter egg hunt this past Saturday was such a wonderful success! 🐣🌷 Despite the less-than-perfect weather, we had an amazing turnout and loved seeing so many smiling faces.
Our residents truly enjoyed spending time with everyone and being part of such a joyful day. Thank you to all who came out and made it so special—we hope you all had a great weekend! 💛
04/03/2026
Hop on over and join us this Saturday for an egg-citing Easer Egg Hunt! 🐣 🌷
📅 April 4th
⏰ Starting at 11:00 AM
👨👩👧👦 Fun for all ages!
Due to the weather forecast, this event will take place indoors. ☔
Bring your baskets and your best egg-hunting skills—we can’t wait to see you there!
03/27/2026
As we wrap up National Social Work Month, we want to take one more moment to say thank you. 💙
To our Social Services team members: thank you for the comfort you provide, the questions you answer, the guidance you offer, and the advocacy you show every single day.
You help families navigate complex decisions. You support residents during important life transitions. You connect people to the resources they need. And you do it all with compassion and heart.
While March may be coming to an end, the impact of our Social Services team continues all year long.
We are so grateful for everything you do for the residents and families we serve.
03/18/2026
Today we’re celebrating National Social Work Day and the incredible team members who make a difference every single day. 💙
At Care Initiatives, our Social Services team is there for residents and families during some of life’s most challenging moments—offering compassion, guidance, and a listening ear when it matters most. From easing transitions to answering questions and providing reassurance, their support means everything.
Join us in thanking our dedicated Social Services team members for the heart, advocacy, and care they bring to our skilled nursing communities each day.
03/17/2026
Hop on over and join us for an egg-citing Easter Egg Hunt! 🐣🌷
📅 April 4th
⏰ Starting at 11:00 AM
👨👩👧👦 Fun for all ages!
Bring your baskets and your best egg-hunting skills—we can’t wait to see you there!
03/16/2026
When a loved one enters skilled nursing care, you may have many questions — but you don’t have to navigate them alone.
At Care Initiatives, our Social Services team is here every step of the way. From helping families understand insurance and financial questions to connecting residents with community resources, supporting smooth admissions and discharges, and keeping communication clear and compassionate — we are here to support you.
Because care is about more than health. It’s about guidance, advocacy, and peace of mind for residents and families alike.
If you or someone you love needs support, we’re here to help. Visit our website for more information: www.CareInitiatives.org.
03/09/2026
This week, we’re celebrating Long Term Care Administrators Week!
We’re proud to recognize the dedicated leadership at Oakwood Specialty Care. Thank you for your commitment to supporting residents, families, and team members every day.
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
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.
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.
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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Oakwood Specialty Care is a relaxing and refreshing senior health care center that offers privacy, dedicated care in a family-like setting. Located at the edge of Albia, our residents enjoy the serene, country-like setting along with the deer, turkey and pheasant.
Our staff is highly experienced and very attentive to each of our residents, many of whom spend only a few short weeks with us while rehabilitating from illness or injury, or while on respite away from family. Other long-term residents get to know our staff and become our extended family.
Highly-trained professionals in physical therapy and occupational therapy work one-on-one with each resident using state-of-the-art therapy tools and programs striving toward the goal of increased independence, minimizing pain and eliminating other risks factors such as falling.
Others on our long-standing staff are responsible for providing lots of social interacting whether it is a quite conversation out on our new back patio or gazebo, joining other residents to hear the latest in the newspaper over cookies and coffee, or trips to Wal-Mart or the casino in Osceola. Oakwood Specialty Care is frequently the site for family and community gatherings such as our annual ice cream social, Father’s Day cook-out or classic car and antique tractor show.