Homestead of Oskaloosa
Assisted Living · Iowa, IA

Homestead of Oskaloosa

Assisted Living · Iowa, IA

Overview of Homestead of Oskaloosa

Homestead of Oskaloosa offers quality assisted living and compassionate memory care in Oskaloosa, Iowa. The facility provides care options while allowing residents to maintain independence. Expert, licensed care professionals are available to assist residents with their needs.
(641) 672-1090
Bed community size
96-bed community Rank #82 / 418Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 82nd out of 418 homes in Iowa. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Iowa SNFs. 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
8 years in operation Rank #202 / 280Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 202nd out of 280 homes in Iowa. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Iowa SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 75 / 100 Rank #74 / 528Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 74th out of 528 homes in Iowa. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Iowa SNFs. 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.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
67%
Rank #199 / 401Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 199th out of 401 homes in Iowa. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Iowa average, with its Statewide rank out of 401. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the Iowa average: 75.4%
Occupied beds
64 / 96
Average residents per home in Iowa 51 per day

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Programs
StatusActive
IssuanceFebruary 18, 2020
ExpirationFebruary 22, 2026
CountyMahaska
License NumberS0428

Ownership & Operating Entity

Homestead of Oskaloosa is administrated by Candice Fuller.

Owner NameNo Related Entities Found

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactCandice Fuller

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Contact Information

Fax6416721116

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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.

Since 2020 · 6 years of data 3 deficiencies 4 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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.

Since 2020 vs. Iowa state average
Overall vs. IA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 4 Better Metrics better than Iowa average:
• Total deficiencies (89% below)
• Deficiencies per year (89% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (56% below)
• Total inspections (73% below)
Latest Inspection February 6, 2025

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

This FacilityIA Averagevs. IA Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 327 This facility has 89% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (3 vs. IA avg 27).↓ 89% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2020. 0.54.5 This facility has 89% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (0.5 vs. IA avg 4.5).↓ 89% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.81.8 This facility has 56% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (0.8 vs. IA avg 1.8).↓ 56% better

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 routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 415 This facility has 73% fewer total inspections than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (4 vs. IA avg 15).↓ 73% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

The most recent inspection on February 6, 2025, found no deficiencies during a complaint investigation. Earlier inspections showed some deficiencies, including a July 17, 2023 renewal inspection that cited failures related to tenant supervision, updating service plans, and employee evaluation requirements. Prior reports noted issues with tenant rights, record checks, and service plan updates, but no enforcement actions or fines were listed in the available reports. The complaint investigation in 2025 was unsubstantiated, with no regulatory insufficiencies identified. The inspection history shows improvement, with the latest review free of deficiencies after earlier issues.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Iowa

Homestead of Oskaloosa is located in Oskaloosa, 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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Homestead of Oskaloosa

Who is the owner of Homestead of Oskaloosa?

The legal owner and operator of Homestead of Oskaloosa is No Related Entities Found.

Is Homestead of Oskaloosa in a walkable area?

Homestead of Oskaloosa has a walk score of 75. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the license number of Homestead of Oskaloosa?

According to IA state health department records, Homestead of Oskaloosa's license number is S0428.

When does Homestead of Oskaloosa's license expire?

According to IA state health department records, Homestead of Oskaloosa's license expires on February 22, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Homestead of Oskaloosa?

Homestead of Oskaloosa's occupancy is 67%.

What is the best email address for Homestead of Oskaloosa?

The team at Homestead of Oskaloosa can be reached at [email protected].

Who is the administrator of Homestead of Oskaloosa?

Candice Fuller is the administrator of Homestead of Oskaloosa.

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