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FeatherStone at Hickory Hill
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Iowa City, IA
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FeatherStone at Hickory Hill

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Iowa City, IA
2450 Hickory Trail, Iowa City, IA 52245 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of FeatherStone at Hickory Hill

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Peacefully nestled in the serene setting of Iowa City, IA, FeatherStone at Hickory Hill is an idyllic retreat that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Beautifully furnished and cozy accommodations are available in a warm and welcoming environment, ensuring residents can feel at ease during their stay. Weekly housekeeping is also provided for residents’ convenience.

With plenty of recreational spaces and enriching events, residents will not run out of things to do for leisure and wellness. Three delicious and healthy meals are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community is also equipped with an art studio, a bistro, a beauty salon, a theater, and a garden lounge, creating the ideal setting for leisure and wellness.

Facility Direct Line (319) 281-0154
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By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs. 170 Rank #10 / 403Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 10th out of 403 homes we track in Iowa for bed count. 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Years of operating Info A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs. Rank #268 / 286Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 268th out of 286 homes we track in Iowa for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Iowa facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
2 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #450 / 504Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 450th out of 504 homes we track in Iowa for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Iowa facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
13 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #351 / 362Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 351st out of 362 homes we track in Iowa for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Iowa average, with its Statewide rank out of 362. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
29% This home usually has availability
Lower than the Iowa average: 75.4%
Occupied beds
50 / 170

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Programs
StatusActive
IssuanceAugust 15, 2024
ExpirationAugust 15, 2026 Expires today
CountyJohnson
License NumberS0491
Year Opened08/15/2024

Ownership & Operating Entity

FeatherStone at Hickory Hill is administered by Tracy Sherzer.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Fax3192377761

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Inspection History

In Iowa, the Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing conducts unannounced health and safety surveys to monitor compliance and protect residents in long-term care settings.

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, violation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Iowa state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Overall vs. IA average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Iowa average:
• Violations per inspection (70% above) 2 Better Metrics better than Iowa average:
• Violations (78% below)
• State violations (14% below)

Violations Info Violations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityIA Averagevs. IA Avg
Violations Info Total violations cited across all inspections on record. Iowa reports these as a federal and a state component, shown below; the two add up to this total. 627 This facility has 78% fewer violations than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (6 vs. IA avg 27).↓ 78% better
State violations Info Part of the Violations total above — the share cited under Iowa state licensing requirements. Federal + state add up to the total. 67 This facility has 14% fewer state violations than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (6 vs. IA avg 7).↓ 14% better
Violations per inspection Info Average violations per inspection. 3.01.76 This facility has 70% more violations per inspection than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (3 vs. IA avg 1.76).↑ 70% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityIA Averagevs. IA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 213 This facility has had 85% fewer total inspections than the Iowa average (2 vs. IA avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 85% fewer
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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: 3-story

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Managed by Tracy Sherzer

Executive Director

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for FeatherStone at Hickory Hill

FeatherStone at Hickory Hill, assisted living in Iowa City, IA — One-bedroom apartment layout of a senior living facility
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FeatherStone at Hickory Hill, assisted living in Iowa City, IA — Floor plan of a two-bedroom apartment layout
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FeatherStone at Hickory Hill, assisted living in Iowa City, IA — Floor plan of a one-bedroom apartment layout
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Sandhill - 2 Bedroom
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Downy - 1 Bedroom
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FeatherStone at Hickory Hill, assisted living in Iowa City, IA — Floor plan of a one-bedroom accessible apartment
1 Bedroom
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Branta - 2 Bedroom
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Address 2.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Iowa City's city center to FeatherStone at Hickory Hill's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Iowa City

Info below is compiled from the IA Dept. of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing (DIAL), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
Count of incident-based investigations (e.g. reported events) in the regulatory record for the reporting period.
FeatherStone at Hickory Hill
AL
MC
Iowa City (Hoover)
170
Facility 170
IA AVG 72
Rank #10 / 403
Yes
13
Facility 13
IA AVG 47
Rank #450 / 504
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
2
Facility 2
IA AVG 19
Rank #268 / 286
29.4%
Facility 29.4%
IA AVG 67%
Rank #351 / 362
-2
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 7
Rank #1 / 299
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 299
Legacy Senior Living
AL
IL
Iowa City (Lucas)
136
Facility 136
IA AVG 72
Rank #26 / 403
Yes
23
Facility 23
IA AVG 47
Rank #404 / 504
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
25
Facility 25
IA AVG 19
Rank #86 / 286
52.2%
Facility 52.2%
IA AVG 67%
Rank #244 / 362
A+7
5
Facility 5
IA AVG 7
Rank #150 / 299
3
Facility 3
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #253 / 299
Oaknoll Assisted Living
AL
IL
NH
Iowa City (Longfellow)
80
Facility 80
IA AVG 72
Rank #105 / 403
No
91
Facility 91
IA AVG 47
Rank #2 / 504
-
21
Facility 21
IA AVG 19
Rank #125 / 286
41.3%
Facility 41.3%
IA AVG 67%
Rank #316 / 362
-2
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 7
Rank #1 / 299
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 299
Oaknoll Retirement Residence
AL
IL
NH
Iowa City (Roosevelt)
70
Facility 70
IA AVG 72
Rank #156 / 403
No
33
Facility 33
IA AVG 47
Rank #343 / 504
Private Rooms
50
Facility 50
IA AVG 19
Rank #9 / 286
81.4%
Facility 81.4%
IA AVG 67%
Rank #118 / 362
-13
2
Facility 2
IA AVG 7
Rank #59 / 299
1
Facility 1
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #205 / 299
Melrose Meadows Retirement Community
AL
IL
Iowa City (Weber)
52
Facility 52
IA AVG 72
Rank #250 / 403
Yes
23
Facility 23
IA AVG 47
Rank #404 / 504
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
23
Facility 23
IA AVG 19
Rank #106 / 286
57.7%
Facility 57.7%
IA AVG 67%
Rank #224 / 362
A+13
7
Facility 7
IA AVG 7
Rank #191 / 299
1
Facility 1
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #205 / 299
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Iowa

FeatherStone at Hickory Hill is located in Iowa 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

Frequently Asked Questions about FeatherStone at Hickory Hill

What neighborhood is FeatherStone at Hickory Hill in?

FeatherStone at Hickory Hill is in the Hoover neighborhood of Iowa City.

Is FeatherStone at Hickory Hill in a walkable area?

FeatherStone at Hickory Hill has a walk score of 13. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of FeatherStone at Hickory Hill?

According to IA state health department records, FeatherStone at Hickory Hill's license number is S0491.

When does FeatherStone at Hickory Hill's license expire?

According to IA state health department records, FeatherStone at Hickory Hill's license expires on August 15, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at FeatherStone at Hickory Hill?

FeatherStone at Hickory Hill's occupancy is 29%.

How long has FeatherStone at Hickory Hill been in business?

FeatherStone at Hickory Hill has been operating for approximately 2 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Does FeatherStone at Hickory Hill have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at FeatherStone at Hickory Hill on this page.

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