Vintage Hills of Indianola
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Indianola, IA

Vintage Hills of Indianola

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Indianola, IA

Overview of Vintage Hills of Indianola

A proud member of the Jaybird Senior Living Community, Vintage Hills is an elegant home that is built based on the convenience and comfort of its residents. The services provided and designed in the community call on its residents to expand their vibrant social lives.  Management aims to raise the standard for assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Des Moines. Vintage Hills is one of the trusted homes in the city that many families have gone to. 
Vintage Hills services are delivered in an exceptional way; offering gracious amenities that make everyday living easier. A full-service salon and barbershop, outdoor common areas, spacious lounge areas, an elegant dining room with delicious meals served, enriching activities, and specialized programs offered.

Bed community size
90-bed community Rank #83 / 406Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 83rd out of 406 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Iowa that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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
16 years in operation Rank #160 / 284Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 160th out of 284 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Iowa that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 15 / 100 Rank #441 / 528Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 441st out of 528 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Iowa that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
46%
Rank #294 / 379Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 294th out of 379 homes in Iowa for Occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Iowa average, with its Statewide rank out of 379. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Iowa that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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
41 / 90
Average occupied beds in Iowa homes 51 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Programs
StatusActive
IssuanceSeptember 27, 2018
ExpirationSeptember 27, 2026
CountyWarren
License NumberS0390
Year Opened09/27/2018

Ownership & Operating Entity

Vintage Hills of Indianola is administered by Jeremy Prior.

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactLyn Hilgenberg (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

Contact Information

Fax5159611956

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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 2018 · 8 years of data 6 deficiencies 7 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, 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 2018 vs. Iowa state average
Overall vs. IA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 3 Better Metrics better than Iowa average:
• Total deficiencies (78% below)
• Deficiencies per year (76% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (50% below)
Latest Inspection August 21, 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. 627 This facility has 78% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (6 vs. IA avg 27).↓ 78% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2018. 0.83.4 This facility has 76% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (0.8 vs. IA avg 3.4).↓ 76% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.91.8 This facility has 50% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (0.9 vs. IA avg 1.8).↓ 50% 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. 715 This facility has had 53% fewer total inspections than the Iowa average (7 vs. IA avg 15). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 53% fewer

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 August 21, 2025, found no regulatory insufficiencies during the complaint investigation.
  • The February 3, 2025 complaint investigation substantiated failures in staff documentation and nurse reviews, including missing RN Communication Forms and incomplete nurse notes for one tenant.
  • The August 29, 2024 investigation cited two deficiencies involving medication administration errors and incomplete tenant service plans for one tenant.

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Address 1.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Indianola's city center to Vintage Hills of Indianola's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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The information below is reported by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing.

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IA AVG 71
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Rank #258 / 284
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116
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38
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IA AVG 45
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Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
5
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IA AVG 19
Rank #233 / 284
38.8% -7
3
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IA AVG 7
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0
Facility 0
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Vintage Hills of Indianola
AL
MC
RC
Indianola
90
Facility 90
IA AVG 71
Rank #83 / 406
No
15
Facility 15
IA AVG 45
Rank #441 / 528
-
16
Facility 16
IA AVG 19
Rank #160 / 284
45.6% A+7
3
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IA AVG 7
Rank #89 / 306
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 0.9
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Wesley Acres
AL
ADC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
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80
Facility 80
IA AVG 71
Rank #105 / 406
Yes
72
Facility 72
IA AVG 45
Rank #89 / 528
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8
Facility 8
IA AVG 7
Rank #204 / 306
3
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51
Facility 51
IA AVG 71
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91
Facility 91
IA AVG 45
Rank #2 / 528
-- 60.8% -17
6
Facility 6
IA AVG 7
Rank #171 / 306
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 306

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Iowa

Vintage Hills of Indianola is located in Indianola, 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 Vintage Hills of Indianola

Is Vintage Hills of Indianola in a walkable area?

Vintage Hills of Indianola has a walk score of 15. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Vintage Hills of Indianola?

According to IA state health department records, Vintage Hills of Indianola's license number is S0390.

When does Vintage Hills of Indianola's license expire?

According to IA state health department records, Vintage Hills of Indianola's license expires on September 27, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Vintage Hills of Indianola?

Vintage Hills of Indianola's occupancy is 46%.

Are pets allowed at Vintage Hills of Indianola?

Yes, Vintage Hills of Indianola allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for Vintage Hills of Indianola?

The team at Vintage Hills of Indianola can be reached at jprior@vintagehillssl.com.

Who is the administrator of Vintage Hills of Indianola?

Jeremy Prior is the administrator of Vintage Hills of Indianola.

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