Addington Place of Des Moines
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Des Moines, IA

Addington Place of Des Moines

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Des Moines, IA

Overview of Addington Place of Des Moines

Treat yourself to a luxurious retirement with the prestigious senior living community of Addington Place of Des Moines in South East 27th Street, Des Moines, IA, offering assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Featuring cozy and sophisticated studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences, the community ensures seniors enjoy a comfortable and secure retirement. Moreover, 24-hour care and assistance allow seniors to flourish and live to their potential.

With mind-stimulating programs and enriching activities, Addington Place of Des Moines ensures residents enhance their cognition and live an active lifestyle. Delight in healthy and delicious meals that satisfy cravings and dietary needs. Addington Place of Des Moines is a pet-friendly community that strives to create a safe place for seniors to spend their golden years doing the things they love.

Bed community size
54-bed community Rank #249 / 407Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 249th out of 407 homes in Iowa. 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.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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
14 years in operation Rank #170 / 282Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 170th out of 282 homes in Iowa. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Iowa facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.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: 1 / 100 Rank #507 / 528Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 507th out of 528 homes in Iowa. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Iowa facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
31%
Rank #376 / 407Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 376th out of 407 homes in Iowa. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Iowa average, with its Statewide rank out of 407. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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
17 / 54
Average occupied beds in Iowa homes 51 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Programs For People With Dementia
StatusActive
IssuanceOctober 15, 2011
ExpirationOctober 15, 2027
CountyPolk
License NumberS0299
Year Opened10/15/2011

Ownership & Operating Entity

Addington Place of Des Moines is administered by Heather Johnson.

Contact Information

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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 2010 · 16 years of data 78 deficiencies 32 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 2010 vs. Iowa state average
Overall vs. IA average 4 Worse Metrics worse than Iowa average:
• Total deficiencies (189% above)
• Deficiencies per year (188% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (33% above)
• Total inspections (113% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection October 8, 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. 7827 This facility has 189% more total deficiencies than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (78 vs. IA avg 27).↑ 189% worse
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2010. 4.91.7 This facility has 188% more deficiencies per year than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (4.9 vs. IA avg 1.7).↑ 188% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 2.41.8 This facility has 33% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (2.4 vs. IA avg 1.8).↑ 33% worse

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. 3215 This facility has 113% more total inspections than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (32 vs. IA avg 15).↑ 113% worse

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 October 8, 2025, found no regulatory insufficiencies during complaint investigations of multiple complaints.
  • The May 12, 2025, complaint investigation cited four deficiencies related to incomplete tenant evaluations, outdated service plans, and lack of required dementia-specific staff education.
  • Inspections from 2017 through 2023 repeatedly cited deficiencies in staff training, medication administration errors, incomplete service plans, and failure to update or complete tenant evaluations.

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Addington Place of Des Moines

1 Bedroom
1 Bedroom
Suite
2 bedroom

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Address 5.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Des Moines's city center to Addington Place of Des Moines'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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Studio / 1 bed / 2 bed
7
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IA AVG 19
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HC
IL
MC
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79
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IA AVG 71
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38
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IA AVG 45
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Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
54
Facility 54
IA AVG 19
Rank #2 / 282
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Facility 100.0%
IA AVG 66.2%
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IL
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76
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IA AVG 71
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5
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IA AVG 19
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IA AVG 6.6
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Addington Place of Des Moines
AL
MC
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54
Facility 54
IA AVG 71
Rank #249 / 407
Yes
1
Facility 1
IA AVG 45
Rank #507 / 528
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
14
Facility 14
IA AVG 19
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19
Facility 19
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Iowa

Addington Place of Des Moines is located in Des Moines, 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 Addington Place of Des Moines

What neighborhood is Addington Place of Des Moines in?

Addington Place of Des Moines is in the Bloomfield/Allen neighborhood of Des Moines.

Is Addington Place of Des Moines in a walkable area?

Addington Place of Des Moines has a walk score of 1. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Addington Place of Des Moines?

According to IA state health department records, Addington Place of Des Moines's license number is S0299.

When does Addington Place of Des Moines's license expire?

According to IA state health department records, Addington Place of Des Moines's license expires on October 15, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at Addington Place of Des Moines?

Addington Place of Des Moines's occupancy is 31%.

What is the best email address for Addington Place of Des Moines?

The team at Addington Place of Des Moines can be reached at hjohnson@addingtonplaceofdesmoines.com.

Who is the administrator of Addington Place of Des Moines?

Heather Johnson is the administrator of Addington Place of Des Moines.

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