Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP)
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Nursing Care · Iowa, IA

Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP)

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Nursing Care · Iowa, IA

Overview of Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (alp)

Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP) is a 36-bed assisted living program at 3000 Risen Son Boulevard in Council Bluffs, Pottawattamie County, Iowa, administered by Dave Creal. Operating since 2024, the facility provides a blend of independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing care under an active Iowa license through September 2027. The community operates with 24-hour staffing and accepts both Medicare and Medicaid residents.

The facility’s regulatory record since December 2023 shows three deficiencies across two inspections, placing it 66% below the state average for deficiency findings. Issues addressed involved medication aide training documentation and initial tenant evaluation completion. No fines, enforcement actions, or substantiated complaints appear in the available reports, suggesting a facility with minimal regulatory friction during its early development.

Among short-stay rehabilitation residents, the program recorded zero major injuries from falls; 100% better than the state benchmark. Discharge preparation reflects similarly strong outcomes: 82.9% of residents achieved expected self-care ability when leaving (54% above state average), and 62.9% successfully returned home or to the community (24% above state performance). Rehospitalization within 30 days of discharge, however, runs at 34.7%; significantly above the state average of 21.3%.

Current occupancy of 39% trails the state average by 36 percentage points, reflecting the facility’s status as a newer entrant to the market.

The physical environment balances accessibility with comfort: spacious common areas featuring fireplaces, a library, covered patio, elegant dining room, chef-prepared meals, beauty salon and barber shop, and wheelchair-accessible showers throughout. Therapy services from physical, and occupational, to speech therapy, support residents working toward recovery during short-stay rehabilitation admissions.

The facility fits post-acute rehabilitation residents, particularly those seeking intensive therapy support in a newly constructed, fully accessible residential setting during short-term stays.

(712) 366-9655
Bed community size
36-bed community Rank #361 / 407Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 361st 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.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
2 years in operation Rank #257 / 282Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 257th 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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 0 / 100 Rank #514 / 528Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 514th 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.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.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
39%
Rank #352 / 401Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 352nd out of 401 homes in Iowa. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Iowa average, with its Statewide rank out of 401. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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
14 / 36
Average occupied beds in Iowa homes 51 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Programs
StatusActive
IssuanceJuly 12, 2023
ExpirationSeptember 19, 2027
CountyPottawattamie
License NumberS0475
CMS Certification Number165466

Ownership & Operating Entity

Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP) is administrated by Dave Creal.

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Fax7123664748

Amenities & Lifestyle

Spacious Living Areas With Fireplaces
Library And Study
Covered Patio
Elegant Dining Room
Chef-Prepared Meals
Beauty Salon And Barber Shop
Wheelchair-Accessible Showers
ActivitiesA rich calendar of activities is offered, including exercise classes, Bible studies, music, crafts, and game nights.

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionChef-prepared meals are provided.

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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 2023 · 3 years of data 3 deficiencies 2 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 2023 vs. Iowa state average
Overall vs. IA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 4 Better Metrics better than Iowa average:
• Total deficiencies (89% below)
• Deficiencies per year (89% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (17% below)
• Total inspections (87% below)
Latest Inspection August 27, 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. 327 This facility has 89% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (3 vs. IA avg 27).↓ 89% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2023. 19 This facility has 89% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (1 vs. IA avg 9).↓ 89% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.51.8 This facility has 17% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (1.5 vs. IA avg 1.8).↓ 17% 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. 215 This facility has 87% fewer total inspections than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (2 vs. IA avg 15).↓ 87% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • August 27, 2025 complaint investigation found one staff member lacked documented department-approved medication training, violating medication administration requirements.
  • December 20, 2023 initial licensing inspection identified two deficiencies for missing 30-day evaluations and incomplete service plans for four tenants.
  • No immediate jeopardy or fines appeared in the record, and only three deficiencies were cited across the two inspections.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

Short-stay resident measures
Average Iowa avg: 2.6 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 34.7%
63% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 21.3%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 12.8%
In line with Iowa average

Iowa average: 13.1%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.0%
100% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 82.9%
54% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 62.9%
24% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 50.6%

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Address 4.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Council Bluffs's city center to Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP)'s address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Iowa

Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP) is located in Council Bluffs, 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

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Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP)
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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.

NC

Nursing Care

Council Bluffs (Kane Township)
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2
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Facility 0
IA AVG 0.8
Rank #1 / 348

Frequently Asked Questions about Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP)

What neighborhood is Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP) in?

Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP) is in the Kane Township neighborhood of Council Bluffs.

What is the license number of Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP)?

According to IA state health department records, Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP)'s license number is S0475.

When does Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP)'s license expire?

According to IA state health department records, Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP)'s license expires on September 19, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP)?

Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP)'s occupancy is 39%.

What is the best email address for Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP)?

The team at Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP) can be reached at [email protected].

Who is the administrator of Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP)?

Dave Creal is the administrator of Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP).

How many beds does Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP) have?

Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP) has 36 beds.

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