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Legacy of the Meadows
Legacy of the Meadows is a 36-bed senior living community at 119 East 2nd Street in DeWitt, Iowa. Administered by Gayle Holquist, the facility serves Clinton County under license S0501, which was issued in August 2025 and remains active through August 2027. The property specializes in both general assisted living and personalized memory care for individuals with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Its downtown location features a Walk Score of 79, providing residents with foot access to local banking, dining, and community services.
Monitoring data from the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing reflects the community’s status as a newly established provider. To date, the facility has a citations-per-inspection rate of zero, as it has not yet undergone its initial routine state review. This lack of historical data is typical for new licenses, requiring a reliance on direct observation and internal protocols to evaluate current care standards.
Clinical care is delivered through an all-inclusive pricing model that covers medication management and assistance with activities of daily living, such as bathing and dressing. Professional support includes licensed nursing and CNA staff who focus on maintaining resident independence while providing health monitoring. The memory care program is designed to offer a secured environment that emphasizes dignity and purpose for those with cognitive impairment.
The residential environment focuses on a small-town, family-like atmosphere with a variety of engaging social activities and wellness programs. Shared amenities include housekeeping, laundry services, and scheduled transportation for physician visits. The community is a certified member of the Iowa Assisted Living Association and accepts both private pay and Medicaid Elderly Waiver arrangements.
Families evaluating Legacy of the Meadows should ask directly about the specific credentials of the memory care leadership team and request a copy of the current staff training curriculum for dementia support before making a placement decision.
Community insights.
About this community
Legacy of the Meadows is administered by Gayle Holquist.
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.
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, violation, 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.
• Violations (96% below)
• State violations (86% below)
• Violations per inspection (43% below)
Violations
| This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
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Violations
| 1 | 27 | This facility has 96% fewer violations than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (1 vs. IA avg 27).↓ 96% better |
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State violations
| 1 | 7 | This facility has 86% fewer state violations than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (1 vs. IA avg 7).↓ 86% better |
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Violations per inspection
| 1.0 | 1.76 | This facility has 43% fewer violations per inspection than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (1 vs. IA avg 1.76).↓ 43% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
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Total inspections
| 1 | 13 | This facility has had 92% fewer total inspections than the Iowa average (1 vs. IA avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 92% fewer |
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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
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Count of incident-based investigations (e.g. reported events) in the regulatory record for the reporting period.
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| Stonehill Care Center | AL IL MC NH SNF | Dubuque | 185
Facility
185
IA AVG
71
Rank
#3 / 334 | No |
89
Facility
89
IA AVG
46
Rank
#13 / 424 | - | 21
Facility
21
IA AVG
18
Rank
#103 / 258 |
85.4%
Facility
85.4%
IA AVG
63.7%
Rank
#60 / 295 | - | 17 | 8
Facility
8
IA AVG
7
Rank
#206 / 299 | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.9
Rank
#1 / 299 |
| St Francis Manor | AL HOS NH SNF | Grinnell | 78
Facility
78
IA AVG
71
Rank
#99 / 334 | No |
82
Facility
82
IA AVG
46
Rank
#31 / 424 | - | 49
Facility
49
IA AVG
18
Rank
#11 / 258 |
69.2%
Facility
69.2%
IA AVG
63.7%
Rank
#137 / 295 | - | 13 | 4
Facility
4
IA AVG
7
Rank
#125 / 299 | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.9
Rank
#1 / 299 |
| Friendship Village | AL IL MC NH SNF | Waterloo | 72
Facility
72
IA AVG
71
Rank
#119 / 334 | Yes |
52
Facility
52
IA AVG
46
Rank
#167 / 424 | 2 Bed / 3 Bed | 50
Facility
50
IA AVG
18
Rank
#7 / 258 |
91.7%
Facility
91.7%
IA AVG
63.7%
Rank
#27 / 295 | - | 14 | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
7
Rank
#1 / 299 | 3
Facility
3
IA AVG
0.9
Rank
#253 / 299 |
| Stoney Brook Village | AL | West Union | 72
Facility
72
IA AVG
71
Rank
#119 / 334 | No |
67
Facility
67
IA AVG
46
Rank
#90 / 424 | - | 21
Facility
21
IA AVG
18
Rank
#103 / 258 |
50.0%
Facility
50.0%
IA AVG
63.7%
Rank
#187 / 295 | A+ | 2 | 1
Facility
1
IA AVG
7
Rank
#36 / 299 | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.9
Rank
#1 / 299 |
| Legacy of the Meadows | AL MC | Dewitt | 36
Facility
36
IA AVG
71
Rank
#293 / 334 | No |
79
Facility
79
IA AVG
46
Rank
#41 / 424 | - | 1
Facility
1
IA AVG
18
Rank
#247 / 258 | - | - | 1 | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
7
Rank
#1 / 299 | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.9
Rank
#1 / 299 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Legacy of the Meadows
Is Legacy of the Meadows in a walkable area?
Legacy of the Meadows has a walk score of 79. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
What is the license number of Legacy of the Meadows?
According to IA state health department records, Legacy of the Meadows's license number is S0501.
When does Legacy of the Meadows's license expire?
According to IA state health department records, Legacy of the Meadows's license expires on August 10, 2027.
How long has Legacy of the Meadows been in business?
Legacy of the Meadows has been operating for approximately 1 year, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Legacy of the Meadows?
No, Legacy of the Meadows has a no-pet policy.
What is the best email address for Legacy of the Meadows?
The team at Legacy of the Meadows can be reached at gayle@legacyofthemeadows.com.
Who is the administrator of Legacy of the Meadows?
Gayle Holquist is the administrator of Legacy of the Meadows.
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