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Northwood Pines is a 32-bed assisted living facility at 700 10th Street North in Northwood, Iowa. Administered by Susan Nelson, the community operates as part of the Lutheran Retirement Home campus, serving Worth County residents under license S0271. The facility currently reports a 50% occupancy rate with 16 residents, which is below the Iowa state average of 75.4%. Its downtown location earns a Walk Score of 65, indicating moderate accessibility to local churches and retail services.
State monitoring through the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing highlights a record of high compliance for the assisted living program. While the broader nursing campus recorded a $24,922 fine and four deficiencies in February 2026, the assisted living component achieved deficiency-free surveys in both 2021 and 2024. These results yield a citations-per-inspection rate of zero for the most recent major reviews of the Northwood Pines apartments.
Clinical care at this 18-year-old facility includes 24-hour awake staffing and medication management specialized for memory care and general assisted living. As part of a continuum-of-care campus established in 1962, residents can transition to skilled nursing or rehabilitation services without relocating if their medical needs escalate. Professional support is organized around person-centered care, featuring private one-bedroom apartments equipped with walk-in showers and personal emergency call systems.
The residential environment is faith-based and follows Christian values while providing social programs like book clubs and dementia-specific engagement. Shared amenities include a daily activities calendar, weekly housekeeping, and laundry services. The facility also maintains a pet-friendly policy to accommodate residents’ animal companions. Estimated monthly costs average approximately $3,580, which is higher than the regional average but reflects the campus-wide access to healthcare services.
This environment suits seniors seeking a smaller, community-focused setting with integrated access to higher levels of clinical care. Families evaluating Northwood Pines should ask directly about the relationship between the assisted living program and the skilled nursing unit’s recent February 2026 deficiencies to ensure consistent oversight across the entire campus before making a placement decision.
Lower than the Iowa average: 75.4%Northwood Pines is administrated by Susan Nelson.
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.
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.
Inspections
| This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 8 | 15 | This facility has 47% fewer total inspections than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (8 vs. IA avg 15).↓ 47% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
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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.
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. | West Des Moines | 93
Facility
93
IA AVG
73
Rank
#84 / 407 | No |
58
Facility
58
IA AVG
45
Rank
#168 / 528 | Studio / 1 bed / 2 bed | 7
Facility
7
IA AVG
19
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#211 / 282 |
58.1%
Facility
58.1%
IA AVG
66.2%
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#228 / 379 | 9 | 6
Facility
6
IA AVG
6.6
Rank
#187 / 348 | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#1 / 348 |
| Prairie Hills at Cedar Rapids |
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).
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. | Cedar Rapids | 86
Facility
86
IA AVG
73
Rank
#102 / 407 | Yes |
47
Facility
47
IA AVG
45
Rank
#246 / 528 | - | 17
Facility
17
IA AVG
19
Rank
#151 / 282 |
50.0%
Facility
50.0%
IA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#263 / 379 | 18 | 6
Facility
6
IA AVG
6.6
Rank
#187 / 348 | 3
Facility
3
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#298 / 348 |
| Valley View Village |
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).
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. | Des Moines (Fairmont Park) | 79
Facility
79
IA AVG
73
Rank
#126 / 407 | Yes |
38
Facility
38
IA AVG
45
Rank
#305 / 528 | - | 54
Facility
54
IA AVG
19
Rank
#2 / 282 |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
IA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#1 / 379 | 24 | 7
Facility
7
IA AVG
6.6
Rank
#205 / 348 | 2
Facility
2
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#281 / 348 |
| Grand Living At Tower Place |
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. | West Des Moines (South 51St Street) | 76
Facility
76
IA AVG
73
Rank
#134 / 407 | Yes |
63
Facility
63
IA AVG
45
Rank
#134 / 528 | Studio / 1 bed / 2 bed | 5
Facility
5
IA AVG
19
Rank
#232 / 282 |
47.4%
Facility
47.4%
IA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#292 / 379 | 7 | 3
Facility
3
IA AVG
6.6
Rank
#93 / 348 | 1
Facility
1
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#250 / 348 |
| Northwood Pines |
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. | North | 32
Facility
32
IA AVG
73
Rank
#379 / 407 | No |
65
Facility
65
IA AVG
45
Rank
#124 / 528 | - | 18
Facility
18
IA AVG
19
Rank
#146 / 282 |
50.0%
Facility
50.0%
IA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#263 / 379 | 8 | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
6.6
Rank
#1 / 348 | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#1 / 348 |
The legal owner and operator of Northwood Pines is No Related Entities Found.
Northwood Pines has a walk score of 65. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
According to IA state health department records, Northwood Pines's license number is S0271.
According to IA state health department records, Northwood Pines's license expires on March 29, 2028.
Northwood Pines's occupancy is 50%.
The team at Northwood Pines can be reached at [email protected].
Susan Nelson is the administrator of Northwood Pines.
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