Independence Village of Pella
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Pella, IA

Independence Village of Pella

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Pella, IA

Overview of Independence Village of Pella

Situated in Pella, IA, Independence Village of Pella is a reliable senior living community that offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. The community features an array of beautifully designed accommodations, ranging from studios to one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments, providing a comfortable living space to residents. Care needs are fully met with personalized care plans and professionally trained employees available 24/7 to provide care and assistance.

There’s no shortage of enriching things to do with a vibrant calendar of activities, events, and programs offered by the community. Dining experience is improved with chef-prepared meals that are carefully curated to satisfy unique dietary needs and food preferences. Residents never have to worry about chores with housekeeping, laundry services, and other supportive services provided by a dedicated team. Here, residents have what they need to live a carefree and fulfilling lifestyle.

Capacity and availability

Residents per day
5
Bed community size
14-bed community Rank #401 / 403Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 401st out of 403 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Years in operation
23 years in operation Rank #106 / 285Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 106th out of 285 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 21 / 100 Rank #414 / 504Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 414th out of 504 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.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
36%
Rank #338 / 362Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 338th out of 362 homes we track in Iowa for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Iowa average, with its Statewide rank out of 362. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.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
5 / 14
Average occupied beds in Iowa homes 51 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Programs For People With Dementia
StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 23, 2003
ExpirationJanuary 23, 2027
CountyMarion
License NumberS0167
Year Opened01/23/2003

Ownership & Operating Entity

Independence Village of Pella is administered by Lindsey Paxton.

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 2002 · 24 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 29 deficiencies 23 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 2002 vs. Iowa state average
Overall vs. IA average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Iowa average:
• Total deficiencies (7% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

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. 2927 This facility has 7% more total deficiencies than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (29 vs. IA avg 27).↑ 7% 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 inspections conducted at this facility. 2315 This facility has had 53% more total inspections than the Iowa average (23 vs. IA avg 15). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 53% more

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: 3-story

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Fitness and Recreation

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Address 1.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Pella's city center to Independence Village of Pella's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the IA Dept. of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing (DIAL), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
Count of incident-based investigations (e.g. reported events) in the regulatory record for the reporting period.
Edencrest at Beaverdale
AL
IL
MC
RC
Des Moines (Beaverdale)
160
Facility 160
IA AVG 72
Rank #16 / 403
Yes
76
Facility 76
IA AVG 47
Rank #70 / 504
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
8
Facility 8
IA AVG 19
Rank #200 / 285
39.4% A+17
10
Facility 10
IA AVG 7
Rank #233 / 295
1
Facility 1
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #201 / 295
University Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
AL
NH
RC
SNF
Des Moines (East Village)
108
Facility 108
IA AVG 72
Rank #57 / 403
No
91
Facility 91
IA AVG 47
Rank #2 / 504
-
25
Facility 25
IA AVG 19
Rank #86 / 285
66.7% -36
17
Facility 17
IA AVG 7
Rank #276 / 295
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 295
Wesley Acres
AL
ADC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Des Moines (Greenwood)
80
Facility 80
IA AVG 72
Rank #105 / 403
Yes
72
Facility 72
IA AVG 47
Rank #89 / 504
-- 91.3% -21
8
Facility 8
IA AVG 7
Rank #202 / 295
3
Facility 3
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #249 / 295
Scottish Rite Park Health Care Center
AL
NH
HC
IL
MC
RESC
SNF
Des Moines (East Village)
51
Facility 51
IA AVG 72
Rank #254 / 403
No
91
Facility 91
IA AVG 47
Rank #2 / 504
-- 60.8% -18
6
Facility 6
IA AVG 7
Rank #171 / 295
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 295
Independence Village of Pella
AL
IL
MC
Pella
14
Facility 14
IA AVG 72
Rank #401 / 403
Yes
21
Facility 21
IA AVG 47
Rank #414 / 504
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
23
Facility 23
IA AVG 19
Rank #106 / 285
35.7% A+23
8
Facility 8
IA AVG 7
Rank #202 / 295
7
Facility 7
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #291 / 295

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Iowa

Independence Village of Pella is located in Pella, 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 Independence Village of Pella

Is Independence Village of Pella in a walkable area?

Independence Village of Pella has a walk score of 21. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Independence Village of Pella?

According to IA state health department records, Independence Village of Pella's license number is S0167.

When does Independence Village of Pella's license expire?

According to IA state health department records, Independence Village of Pella's license expires on January 23, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at Independence Village of Pella?

Independence Village of Pella's occupancy is 36%.

How long has Independence Village of Pella been in business?

Independence Village of Pella has been operating for approximately 23 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Independence Village of Pella?

Yes, Independence Village of Pella allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for Independence Village of Pella?

The team at Independence Village of Pella can be reached at lpaxton@independencevillages.com.

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