Located in Fonda, IA, Fonda Specialty Care is licensed to provide quality care to up to 46 residents, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Fonda 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 Pocahontas 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 Fonda Specialty Care are ready to assist.
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
Resident Spot Light!
Meet Rick, he enjoys his plane models, movies, and he is also a veteran!
Thank you Rick for choosing Fonda Specialty Care we are so glad to have you here
02/13/2026
Friday Faces! ✨
Meet Jen, she is a Certified Medication Aide at Fonda Specialty Care. Outside of work, Jen loves to spend time with her kids, going shopping and working out! Thank you, Jen, for all you do for our residents!
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.
02/06/2026
Friday Faces! ✨
Meet Tana, our Director of Nursing! Tana has been a member of the team at Fonda Specialty Care for three years, and we truly appreciate her leadership and knowledge she provides!
Outside of work, Tana likes to ride motorcycles, hang out with her grandkids, and spending time with her puppies.
Thank you, Tana, for all that you do!
02/06/2026
Resident Spotlight: Meet Deb! ✨
Deb loves to play bingo, enjoy her Diet Mountain Dew, and playing her tablet games. She also loves to greet the team every morning.
Thank you for choosing Fonda Specialty Care, Deb! We enjoy having you here!
01/30/2026
Did You Know: Our residents can share their favorite hobbies with others?
At Care Initiatives, residents are empowered to keep doing what they love! Our team helps residents stay active and connected through hobbies that bring joy and purpose. Because quality care should always include quality living.
Our activities program is designed to keep residents engaged in the things they love - whether it’s gardening, painting, music, games, or crafts.
We adapt activities to meet individual abilities and interests, so every resident can continue enjoying meaningful moments and creative expressions. Life here is about living fully, every day!
💬 Want to learn more about our personalized activity programs? Visit our website at www.CareInitiatives.org.
01/23/2026
Did You Know: We’re more than just a place for medical care?
Care Initiatives is more than quality medical care - we’re a community full of creativity, and connection. Because life should be lived fully, every day.
While we aim to provide high quality care, our focus goes far beyond that. We believe in caring for the whole person - body, mind, and spirit.
Our residents enjoy a vibrant activities program filled with opportunities to socialize, create, and stay active. From arts and crafts and music sessions to fitness classes and community events, there’s always something to look forward to.
Quality of life means more than health - it means joy, connection, and purpose every day.
🌟 Become a Part of Iowa's Largest Nonprofit Skilled Nursing Care Team! 🌟
Did you know? We're one of 43 Skilled Nursing Facilities throughout Iowa operated by Care Initiatives?
With 43 locations, we are in search of caring health care professionals who desire more than just a job — they're seeking a meaningful career.
At Care Initiatives, we take pride in serving our communities with compassion, integrity, and excellence, while also making significant investments in our team members.
💙 Why Choose a Career with Care Initiatives?
✔️ Mission-oriented, nonprofit organization
✔️ 43 locations statewide — work close to your community
✔️ Supportive leadership & collaborative team environment
✔️ Opportunities for career growth & advancement
✔️ Competitive salaries & comprehensive benefits
✔️ Stable, long-term careers in the health care field
Join us in making a difference where it truly counts — with Care Initiatives.
01/16/2026
Did You Know: Residents can maintain their independence while living in a care facility?
🗝️ Independence, supported. We believe in giving residents freedom and choice while providing the care they need. Because dignity and quality of life matter every day.
Care Initiatives is committed to helping residents maintain as much independence as possible. We respect personal routines, preferences, choices, and provide the right level of support for daily needs while encouraging residents to stay active, make decisions, and enjoy the things they love. Independence and quality of life go hand in hand here!
💬 Want to learn more about how we empower residents? Visit our website at www.CareInitiatives.org.
01/13/2026
Did You Know: Residents experience multiple opportunities to engage and connect?
🎉 Life here is lively! Our residents enjoy a community that feels like home. Because quality care should always include quality living.
Across all Care Initiatives, life is full of opportunities to connect, engage, and thrive. Our activities program includes everything from group games and exercise classes to music, arts and crafts, spiritual opportunities to engage, and special events and visitors.
We believe quality of life means more than care - it means laughter, friendships, and meaningful moments every day. Residents enjoy vibrant communal spaces and personalized activities that make life feel active and fulfilling.
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Fonda Specialty Care is located in northwest Iowa. Fonda is a small, friendly and welcoming community, enabling us to provide a warm, home-like environment. Our devoted staff is able to provide individualized care to a wide variety of ages and abilities in our family-like home. While caring for residents is our first priority, we are also there to provide friendship and support to their families.
Our highly trained professional staff provides physical, occupational and speech therapies. Our rehabilitation goal for every resident is to enable them to return to their prior functional level and, when possible, ensure that they can safely return to their own home.
Fonda Specialty Care is committed to exceeding regulatory standards and customer and community expectations. We pledge support to our residents by providing an environment of dignity and respect. We specialize in caring for residents with special needs that cannot always be met at larger facilities.
For more information about our home, please contact us. We are here to solve short- and long-term care needs for you or that special person you care about.