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

Vintage Hills of Indianola

Memory Care, Assisted Living & Respite Care · Des Moines, 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.

(515) 442-8100
Bed community size
90-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
16 years in operation
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 15 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
46%
Lower than the Iowa average: 75.4%
Occupied beds
41 / 90
Average residents per home in Iowa 51 per day

License Details

StatusActive
IssuanceSeptember 27, 2024
ExpirationSeptember 27, 2026
CountyWarren
License NumberS0390
Year Opened09/27/2018

Ownership & Operating Entity

Vintage Hills of Indianola is administrated by Jeremy Prior.

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactLyn Hilgenberg

Contact Information

Fax5159611956

Types of Care at Vintage Hills of Indianola

Assisted Living Memory Care Respite Care

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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, 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 2018 vs. Iowa state average
Overall vs. IA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 4 Better Metrics better than Iowa average:
• Total deficiencies (78% below)
• Deficiencies per year (76% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (50% below)
• Total inspections (53% below)
Latest Inspection August 21, 2025

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

MetricThis 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.

MetricThis FacilityIA Averagevs. IA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 715 This facility has 53% fewer total inspections than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (7 vs. IA avg 15).↓ 53% 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 August 21, 2025, found no deficiencies during a complaint investigation. Earlier inspections showed a mixed pattern, with some deficiencies related to medication administration, nursing documentation, and staff training, particularly involving one tenant’s care and medication management. Inspectors cited failures to follow policies for documenting health changes, incomplete nurse reviews, medication errors, and insufficient training for contract staff administering medications. Complaint investigations were mostly unsubstantiated except for a few substantiated cases involving documentation and medication issues, including one tenant who experienced worsening health and was found unresponsive. The facility’s recent clean inspection suggests some improvement following earlier identified issues.

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Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in Iowa

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

What neighborhood is Vintage Hills of Indianola in?

Vintage Hills of Indianola is in the Indianola neighborhood 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%.

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

The team at Vintage Hills of Indianola can be reached at [email protected].

Who is the administrator of Vintage Hills of Indianola?

Jeremy Prior is the administrator of Vintage Hills of Indianola.

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