Boyson Heights Senior Living
Memory Care in Cedar Rapids
Memory Care in Cedar Rapids
Boyson Heights Senior Living is the premier independent living, assisted living, and memory care home in Cedar Rapids that offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere while ensuring a kind of service where residents are treated like family; they create an environment that strives to provide compassionate and loving care to seniors. Boyson Heights encourages its residents to live a life of independence by making important lifestyle choices based on their personal preferences.
Boyson Heights offers a range of amenities and services that make everyday living easier and more comfortable; community features include a library, wellness center, common areas, and lounge areas, housekeeping and laundry, transportation, and all around 24/7 care.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
About this community
Occupancy
Boyson Heights Senior Living is administrated by Rachael Bisaillon.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Boyson Heights Senior Living
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.
4 visits/inspections
Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.
2 visits/inspections triggered by complaints
Breakdown by inspection type
- 1 initial inspection
- 1 renewal/recertification inspection
- 2 complaint investigations
Iowa average: 17 visits/inspections
Iowa average: 0 inspections
Latest inspection
Inspection history
10 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Iowa average: 27 deficiencies
Inspection Report Summary for Boyson Heights Senior Living
The most recent inspection on May 14, 2025, identified deficiencies related to service plans not reflecting outside service providers for several tenants. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of issues with service plan development and documentation, as well as concerns about medication administration, staff background checks, and safety policies such as door alarms. Prior reports also cited failures to update individualized service plans to reflect tenant needs and incomplete staff training documentation. Complaint investigations were substantiated regarding service plan deficiencies, while enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The inspection history suggests ongoing challenges with service plan accuracy and staff compliance, with no clear improvement trend over time.
Compare Memory Care around Cedar Rapids The information below is reported by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing.
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| Boyson Heights Senior Living |
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. |
Cedar Rapids | 132 | Yes | 52 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 5 | 22.7% | - | 4 | 2 |
| The Views of Cedar Rapids | RidgeView Assisted Living |
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.
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. |
Cedar Rapids | 88 | No | 47 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 21 | 30.7% | - | 17 | 9 |
| Corridor Crossing 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.
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. |
Cedar Rapids (Southwest Area) | 61 | No | 44 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 31 | - | - | 9 | 6 |
| Country House at Cedar Rapids |
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.
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. |
Cedar Rapids (Ridgewood Meadows) | - | Yes | 12 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | - | 0 | 0 |
| The Views of Cedar Rapids | MeadowView Memory 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.
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. |
Cedar Rapids | - | No | 47 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | - | 0 | 0 |
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6.5 miles from city center
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— 0.88 miles to nearest hospital (DaVita Cedar Rapids Dialysis)
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