Amera Senior Living
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Sioux City, IA

Amera Senior Living

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Sioux City, IA

Overview of Amera Senior Living

Beautifully set in the thriving neighborhood of Sioux City, IA, Amera Senior Living is an exceptional community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The community has purposely built and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents’ comfort and safety. Residents also enjoy a hassle-free lifestyle with maintenance services and plenty of convenient apartment features.

With a variety of exciting events and engaging programs, residents will not run out of things to do for leisure and wellness. Delightful and healthy meals are also available, striving to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community is ideal for those looking to downsize in retirement, especially with its warm and welcoming environment.

Bed community size
170-bed community Rank #10 / 407Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 10th out of 407 homes in Iowa. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Iowa facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 91 / 100 Rank #2 / 528Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 2nd out of 528 homes in Iowa. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Iowa facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

About this community

Awards

AwardsMemory Care Innovation Awards Class of 2026, Best Places to Work 2025, Excellence in Healthcare 2024, Executive of the Year 2025, Women Who Lead 2025, Family Business Award 2019

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Programs
StatusActive
IssuanceDecember 17, 2025
ExpirationDecember 17, 2027
CountyWoodbury
License NumberS0505
Year Opened12/17/2025
CertificationsNIDE Certification for Memory Care

Ownership & Operating Entity

Amera Senior Living is administrated by Jackie Pirner.

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency call systems, Smoke detectors, Sprinkler system

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Home Care

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Additional Policies & Features

HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
Utilities IncludedYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Center
Gym
Library
Salon
Barber
Spa
Chapel
Dining Room
Restaurant
Cafe
Courtyard
Garden
Patio
Movie Theater
Transportation
Concierge
Housekeeping
Laundry
Linen Service
Private Dining
ActivitiesResidents can participate in a variety of activities including fitness classes, art and creative classes, live music, and day trips.
Branded ProgramsThe Green Sock Project™
Wellness ProgramA holistic wellness approach integrating personal passions and hobbies with movement and social connection.
Religious ServicesYes

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionThe dining program features elevated, seasonal menus developed by a culinary team, offering restaurant-style dining with three meals a day.
Meal ScheduleThree meals a day provided.

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: High-rise

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Beauty Services

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Housekeeping Services

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Exercise Programs

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Amera Senior Living

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Address 0.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Sioux City's city center to Amera Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Iowa

Amera Senior Living is located in Sioux City, Iowa.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Iowa.

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Elderly Waiver

Iowa Medicaid Elderly Waiver

Age 65+
General Iowa resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
IA

Rural focus; waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home care (5-7 hours/day) Meals ($6/meal) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($60/day)

Iowa Family Caregiver Support

IA NFCSP

Age Caregiver of someone 60+
General Iowa resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
IA

Limited slots; rural emphasis.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$60/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Iowa Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Iowa resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
IA

Three tiers; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Iowa PACE

Age 55+
General Iowa resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, Medicaid-eligible
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
IA

Limited to western Iowa (e.g., Council Bluffs); expanding slowly.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy Respite

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Iowa VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Iowa resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
IA

High veteran demand in rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Able Up Iowa

Able Up Iowa

Age 65+ or disabled
General Iowa resident, ability to repay loan, need for assistive tech or mods.
Income Limits (2025) No strict limit; must demonstrate repayment capacity.
Asset Limits Not specified; credit-based.
IA

Loans up to $25,000; statewide via Easterseals partnership.

Benefits
Loans for wheelchairs Ramps Walk-in tubs (~$500-$10,000 avg.) Reducing reliance on paid care

Compare Assisted Living around Sioux City

The information below is reported by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing.

Amera Senior Living
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Sioux City (4Th Street)
170
Facility 170
IA AVG 71
Rank #10 / 407
Yes
91
Facility 91
IA AVG 45
Rank #2 / 528
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed------
The Heritage At Northern Hills
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Sioux City (Teton Trace)
128
Facility 128
IA AVG 71
Rank #32 / 407
No
18
Facility 18
IA AVG 45
Rank #430 / 528
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
26
Facility 26
IA AVG 19
Rank #74 / 282
49.2%
Facility 49.2%
IA AVG 66.2%
Rank #275 / 379
-22
10
Facility 10
IA AVG 6.6
Rank #264 / 348
4
Facility 4
IA AVG 0.8
Rank #320 / 348
Whispering Creek Senior Living
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Sioux City
110
Facility 110
IA AVG 71
Rank #56 / 407
Yes
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 45
Rank #514 / 528
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
16
Facility 16
IA AVG 19
Rank #160 / 282
-A+24
9
Facility 9
IA AVG 6.6
Rank #247 / 348
3
Facility 3
IA AVG 0.8
Rank #298 / 348
Sunrise Retirement Community
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

NC

Nursing Care

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Sioux City
74
Facility 74
IA AVG 71
Rank #136 / 407
Yes
22
Facility 22
IA AVG 45
Rank #411 / 528
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
90.5%
Facility 90.5%
IA AVG 66.2%
Rank #58 / 379
A+25
3
Facility 3
IA AVG 6.6
Rank #93 / 348
6
Facility 6
IA AVG 0.8
Rank #336 / 348
Bickford of Sioux City
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Sioux City (Indian Hills Drive)
41
Facility 41
IA AVG 71
Rank #321 / 407
Yes
40
Facility 40
IA AVG 45
Rank #295 / 528
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
29
Facility 29
IA AVG 19
Rank #50 / 282
48.8%
Facility 48.8%
IA AVG 66.2%
Rank #280 / 379
B-22
7
Facility 7
IA AVG 6.6
Rank #205 / 348
6
Facility 6
IA AVG 0.8
Rank #336 / 348

Frequently Asked Questions about Amera Senior Living

What neighborhood is Amera Senior Living in?

Amera Senior Living is in the 4th Street neighborhood of Sioux City.

Is Amera Senior Living in a walkable area?

Amera Senior Living has a walk score of 91. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

What is the license number of Amera Senior Living?

According to IA state health department records, Amera Senior Living's license number is S0505.

When does Amera Senior Living's license expire?

According to IA state health department records, Amera Senior Living's license expires on December 17, 2027.

Does Amera Senior Living have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Amera Senior Living on this page.

What is the best email address for Amera Senior Living?

The team at Amera Senior Living can be reached at [email protected].

Who is the administrator of Amera Senior Living?

Jackie Pirner is the administrator of Amera Senior Living.

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