Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Heritage House
Heritage House is an Assisted Living Home in Iowa
Heritage House is an Assisted Living Home in Iowa
Heritage House
Heritage House is an Assisted Living Home in Iowa
Heritage House is an Assisted Living Home in Iowa
Heritage House is an assisted living facility located in Goleta, California. It provides a higher level of service for the elderly, including assistance with daily living activities, medication management, and specialized Alzheimer's care. The facility features 56 studio and one-bedroom apartments in a home-like environment.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
108
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
87.8%
Residents per day (avg)
54
Occupancy rate
87.8%
Residents per day (avg)
54
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
57% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
29 days
Private pay
41% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
9 - 10 months
Medicaid
2% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
12 years
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit home
Other
Home revenue
$11.6M
Operating deficit
-$371.9K
Voluntary non-profit home
Other
Home revenue
$11,600,703.00
Operating deficit
$-371,899.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$5.4M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$6.6M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$12.0M
108-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
26 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
About this community
License Status
Active
Facility Type
Assisted Living Programs
License Date
July 15, 1999
Additional licensing details
License number:
S0055
CMS Certification Number:
165561
County:
Cass
Ownership & operating entity
Heritage House is administrated by Sarah Lindeman.
Owner name:
No Related Entities Found
Care Services
Respite Care
Memory Care
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
Contact Information
Email:
[email protected]
Fax:
7122433418
Dining & Nutrition
Food Description
The assisted living program includes customized meals and planned transportation.
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.
13 visits/inspections
Show Inspection Reports
Latest inspection
Date:October 7, 2025
Comparison Chart
The information below is reported by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing.Compare Assisted Living around Atlantic
Lakeside Village
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Panora
128
Yes
-
8
CC LANTANA INC
78.9%
$14,016,851.00
$6,707,732.00
47.9%
50.50
5/5
4.7894
4/5
5/5
4/5
Eiler Senior Living
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Clarinda
108
Yes
A+
9
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Allen Place Senior Living
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
RC
Respite Care
Atlantic
78
No
A-
11
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Amelia Senior Living
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Council Bluffs
62
Yes
A+
2
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Heritage House
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IA 500222304
61
No
-
-
-
87.8%
$7,367,059.00
$5,392,081.00
73.2%
53.50
5/5
5.1022
4/5
5/5
4/5
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
115
Total Staff
100
Employees
15
Contractors
24,292
Total Hours (Quarter)
39
Avg Staff/Day
6.8
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 10 | 7 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 11 | 7.9 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 49 | 6.8 | No |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
7.7hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
92 staff
7.1hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
3 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
12 staff
3.4hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
2 staff
2.4hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
3 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
1 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
4.8%
of total hours from contractors
1,176 contractor hours this quarter
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Physical Therapy Aide: 1
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 4
Speech Language Pathologist: 3
Qualified Social Worker: 2
Physical Therapy Assistant: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 2
Medical Director: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 49 | 0 | 49 | 9,882 | 91 | 100% | 6.8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 11 | 0 | 11 | 3,619 | 91 | 100% | 7.9 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 15 | 0 | 15 | 3,130 | 91 | 100% | 7.2 |
| Registered Nurse | 10 | 0 | 10 | 2,210 | 91 | 100% | 7 |
| Dietitian | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,174 | 66 | 73% | 7.5 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 971 | 64 | 70% | 7.8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 473 | 60 | 66% | 7.9 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 464 | 58 | 64% | 8 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 6 | 0 | 6 | 434 | 54 | 59% | 6.2 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 412 | 52 | 57% | 7.9 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 3 | 3 | 360 | 63 | 69% | 4.5 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 348 | 44 | 48% | 7.9 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 233 | 62 | 68% | 3.8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 4 | 4 | 228 | 65 | 71% | 2.6 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 143 | 60 | 66% | 2.4 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 111 | 26 | 29% | 4.3 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 66 | 38 | 42% | 1.7 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 34 | 9 | 10% | 3.8 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2% | 1.2 |
Health Inspection History
Source: CMS Health Citations (May 2022 – Aug 2023)
2
Inspections
10
Total Citations
0
Critical (J-L)
0
Serious (G-I)
5
Citations/Inspection
Aug 2023
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Resident Rights
2
20% of total
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
1
10% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections
10
Complaint Investigations
1
State Comparison (IA)
Citations
10
Iowa average: 21.7
Critical Citations
0
Iowa average: 0.6
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
| Date | Severity ? | Category | Tag | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 10, 2023 | E | Nutrition | F0800 | Corrected |
| Aug 10, 2023 | D | Nutrition | F0801 | Corrected |
| Aug 10, 2023 | E | Nutrition | F0812 | Corrected |
| Aug 10, 2023 | D | Care Planning | F0641 | Corrected |
| Aug 10, 2023 | D | Care Planning | F0656 | Corrected |
| Aug 10, 2023 | D | Resident Rights | F0582 | Corrected |
| Aug 10, 2023 | E | Resident Rights | F0584 | Corrected |
| May 12, 2022 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0609 | Corrected |
| May 12, 2022 | D | Nursing Services | F0725 | Corrected |
| May 12, 2022 | D | Care Planning | F0657 | Corrected |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: Non-Profit Corporation
Part of: Wesley Life
Resident Census by Payment Source
56
Total Residents
Medicare
7
(12.5%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
25
(44.6%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
24
(42.9%)
ⓘ
Specialized Care Beds
24
Total Specialty Beds
39.3%
of Bed Capacity
24
Alzheimer's / Dementia Beds ⓘ
39.3%
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
CCRC
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
Quality Measures
CMS quality measures assess care quality for long-stay and short-stay residents. Lower percentages generally indicate better outcomes for most measures.
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare (Data as of Jan 2026)
High-Risk Clinical Events
9.4
Score
8% better than avg
Iowa avg: 10.2
Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline
Functional Decline
23.5
Score
9% worse than avg
Iowa avg: 21.6
Composite score based on ADL decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence
Long-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 101 days or more. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
16.8%
Lost Too Much Weight
3.2%
Urinary Tract Infection
3.2%
Depressive Symptoms
3.5%
Falls with Major Injury
4.2%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
93.7%
Antipsychotic Use
19.4%
Walking Ability Worsened
18.8%
Influenza Vaccine
100.0%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
4.3%
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
35.1%
Short-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).
Pneumococcal Vaccine
81.3%
Near average
Iowa: 85.1%
Short-Stay Residents Who Received a New Antipsychotic Medication
1.5%
19% better than avg
Iowa: 1.8%
Influenza Vaccine
57.1%
22% worse than avg
Iowa: 73.3%
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Heritage House based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
87.8%
↓ 4.1pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$371,899
↓ ~$136K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$6,684,716
↑ ~$351K vs 2022
Profit Margin
-5.1%
↓ 1.4pp vs 2022
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Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Elderly Waiver
Iowa Medicaid Elderly Waiver
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: Rural focus; waitlists possible.
- Services: 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
- General: Caregiver of someone 60+, Iowa resident.
- Income Limits: No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
- Asset Limits: Not applicable.
- IA Specifics: Limited slots; rural emphasis.
- Services: 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
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Three tiers; no waitlist.
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)
Iowa PACE
Official government program page
- General: Age 55+, 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 Specifics: Limited to western Iowa (e.g., Council Bluffs); expanding slowly.
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, therapy, respite.
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Iowa SCSEP
Official government program page
- General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Iowa resident.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
- IA Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents.
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Iowa VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
- General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics: High veteran demand in rural areas.
- Services: 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
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Loans up to $25,000; statewide via Easterseals partnership.
- Services: Loans for wheelchairs, ramps, walk-in tubs (~$500-$10,000 avg.), reducing reliance on paid care.
Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for Iowa Seniors
Iowa Medicaid Elderly Waiver
Elderly Waiver
Requirements:
-
General:
Age 65+, 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 Specifics:
Rural focus; waitlists possible.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: In-home care (5-7 hours/day), meals ($6/meal), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care ($60/day).
IA NFCSP
Iowa Family Caregiver Support
Requirements:
-
General:
Caregiver of someone 60+, Iowa resident.
-
Income Limits:
No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
-
Asset Limits:
Not applicable.
-
IA Specifics:
Limited slots; rural emphasis.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$60/day), short-term facility care (up to 5 days).
Iowa Medicare Savings Program
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Requirements:
-
General:
Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:
Three tiers; no waitlist.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Iowa PACE
Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)
Requirements:
-
General:
Age 55+, 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 Specifics:
Limited to western Iowa (e.g., Council Bluffs); expanding slowly.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, therapy, respite.
Iowa SCSEP
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Requirements:
-
General:
Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Iowa resident.
-
Income Limits (2025):
~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
-
Asset Limits:
Not specified; income-focused.
-
IA Specifics:
Priority for veterans, rural residents.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
Iowa VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Requirements:
-
General:
Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics:
High veteran demand in rural areas.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: 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
Requirements:
-
General:
Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:
Loans up to $25,000; statewide via Easterseals partnership.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Loans for wheelchairs, ramps, walk-in tubs (~$500-$10,000 avg.), reducing reliance on paid care.
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