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Better Living of Walcott is a 67-bed memory care facility located at 510 N. Main Street in Walcott, Iowa. Administered by Christian Jordan, the community serves Scott County under license S0413, which remains active through August 22, 2027. The facility currently reports 34% occupancy with 23 of 67 beds filled, a figure significantly below the Iowa state average of 75.4%. The location holds a Walk Score of 40, indicating that most errands require a vehicle.
Regulatory oversight from the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing highlights a history of persistent compliance challenges. Since 2019, the facility has accumulated 27 deficiencies over five inspections, averaging 5.4 violations per review—a rate 200% above the state average. While no recent inspections resulted in a citations-per-inspection rate of zero, a January 2022 recertification identified 16 deficiencies involving medication administration errors, insufficient emergency procedures, and failures in incident reporting. The most recent survey in March 2025 cited three deficiencies regarding incomplete resident evaluations and service plans.
Clinical care is provided through assisted living, memory care, and respite services. A 2022 complaint investigation substantiated four violations, including a failure to ensure 24-hour awake staff coverage in the dementia program and the retention of a bed-bound resident whose needs exceeded the facility’s level of care. Professional support includes private resident rooms and dining facilities, though records show a recurring pattern of staff failing to follow medical orders and neglecting to update service plans after significant changes in resident health.
The physical environment includes bright common areas and dedicated activity spaces intended for personalized support. Historical data from 2020 revealed failures in infection control protocols, while 2019 records noted foundational gaps in incident reporting policies. Despite operating for six years, the community continues to face documented difficulties in completing required admission evaluations and maintaining proper documentation for discharged residents.
Prospective residents should exercise caution given the lack of improvement in the facility’s regulatory record and the low occupancy rate. It is necessary to verify current staffing levels and confirm that 24-hour awake coverage is consistently maintained in the memory care unit. Interested individuals may contact the administrator at (563) 284-4113 to discuss recent remediation efforts and to ensure care standards align with 2026 safety expectations.
Lower than the Iowa average: 75.4%Better Living of Walcott is administrated by Christian Jordan.
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.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 27 | 27 | This facility has total deficiencies in line with the Iowa average (27 vs. IA avg 27).— At avg |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2019.
| 3.9 | 3.9 | This facility has deficiencies per year in line with the Iowa average (3.9 vs. IA avg 3.9).— At avg |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 5.4 | 1.8 | This facility has 200% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (5.4 vs. IA avg 1.8).↑ 200% worse |
Inspections
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 5 | 15 | This facility has 67% fewer total inspections than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (5 vs. IA avg 15).↓ 67% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
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The information below is reported by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing.
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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
Rank
#211 / 282 |
58.1%
Facility
58.1%
IA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#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 |
| Better Living of Walcott |
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. | Walcott | 67
Facility
67
IA AVG
73
Rank
#187 / 407 | No |
40
Facility
40
IA AVG
45
Rank
#295 / 528 | - | 6
Facility
6
IA AVG
19
Rank
#224 / 282 |
34.3%
Facility
34.3%
IA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#358 / 379 | 5 | 1
Facility
1
IA AVG
6.6
Rank
#31 / 348 | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#1 / 348 |
The legal owner and operator of Better Living of Walcott is No Related Entities Found.
Better Living of Walcott has a walk score of 40. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
According to IA state health department records, Better Living of Walcott's license number is S0413.
According to IA state health department records, Better Living of Walcott's license expires on August 22, 2027.
Better Living of Walcott's occupancy is 34%.
The team at Better Living of Walcott can be reached at [email protected].
Christian Jordan is the administrator of Better Living of Walcott.
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