Legacy Senior Living
Assisted Living & Independent Living · Iowa City, IA

Legacy Senior Living

Assisted Living & Independent Living · Iowa City, IA

Overview of Legacy Senior Living

Ensconced within the charming ambiance of Iowa City, Legacy Senior Living stands as a pinnacle of retirement living on the east side. This vibrant community offers a harmonious blend of residential assisted living with memory care options, ensuring a holistic and dignified lifestyle for its residents. What sets Legacy Pointe apart is its dedication to continuous learning, exemplified by its specialized memory care training, empowering staff to provide compassionate and professional care to seniors.

The community’s commitment to excellence is underscored by its welcoming of respite stays and its efforts to cater to various dietary needs. The scenic campus boasts a pet-friendly environment, accompanied by splendid common areas, a beauty salon, a cutting-edge computer and media center, and a dynamic fitness hub. Engaging activities in the game room further enhance the sense of camaraderie and fulfillment.

Bed community size
136-bed community Rank #26 / 406Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 26th out of 406 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
25 years in operation Rank #86 / 286Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 86th out of 286 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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 longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 23 / 100 Rank #405 / 528Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 405th out of 528 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
52%
Rank #245 / 379Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 245th out of 379 homes in Iowa for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Iowa average, with its Statewide rank out of 379. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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
71 / 136
Average occupied beds in Iowa homes 51 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Programs
StatusActive
IssuanceMay 9, 2001
ExpirationMay 9, 2027
CountyJohnson
License NumberS0116
Year Opened05/09/2001

Ownership & Operating Entity

Legacy Senior Living is administered by Jacobi Feckers.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactNicole Thomsen, Creative Director (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

Contact Information

Contact Legacy 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.

Since 2005 · 21 years of data 18 deficiencies 17 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 2005 vs. Iowa state average
Overall vs. IA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Iowa average:
• Total deficiencies (33% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (39% below)

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. 1827 This facility has 33% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (18 vs. IA avg 27).↓ 33% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.11.8 This facility has 39% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (1.1 vs. IA avg 1.8).↓ 39% 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 inspections conducted at this facility. 1715 This facility has had 13% more total inspections than the Iowa average (17 vs. IA avg 15). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 13% more

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 May 14, 2025 found no deficiencies during the investigation of Incident #126892-I.
  • The May 14, 2024 complaint investigation cited four deficiencies including inadequate COVID-19 care, incomplete evaluations, outdated service plans, and unsafe cold beverage temperatures.
  • Prior complaint investigations from 2016 to 2023 mostly found no deficiencies, but the record shows recurring issues with service plans and staff training in earlier years.

What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 430 / 537 / 578 / 587 / 770 - 1,003 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Beauty Services

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Transportation Services

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Housekeeping Services

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Social and Recreational Activities

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Exercise Programs

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Legacy Senior Living

2 bedroom
1 Bedroom
1 Bedroom
Studio
2 bedroom

Places of interest near Legacy Senior Living

Address 3.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Iowa City's city center to Legacy Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Iowa City

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.

FeatherStone at Hickory Hill
AL
MC
Iowa City (Hoover)
170
Facility 170
IA AVG 71
Rank #10 / 406
Yes
13
Facility 13
IA AVG 45
Rank #452 / 528
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
1
Facility 1
IA AVG 19
Rank #268 / 286
29.4% -2
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 7
Rank #1 / 294
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 294
Legacy Senior Living
AL
IL
Iowa City (Lucas)
136
Facility 136
IA AVG 71
Rank #26 / 406
Yes
23
Facility 23
IA AVG 45
Rank #405 / 528
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
25
Facility 25
IA AVG 19
Rank #86 / 286
52.2% A+17
5
Facility 5
IA AVG 7
Rank #146 / 294
3
Facility 3
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #248 / 294
Oaknoll Retirement Residence
AL
IL
NH
Iowa City (Roosevelt)
70
Facility 70
IA AVG 71
Rank #156 / 406
No
33
Facility 33
IA AVG 45
Rank #344 / 528
Private Rooms
49
Facility 49
IA AVG 19
Rank #14 / 286
81.4% -12
2
Facility 2
IA AVG 7
Rank #55 / 294
1
Facility 1
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #200 / 294
Melrose Meadows Retirement Community
AL
IL
Iowa City (Weber)
52
Facility 52
IA AVG 71
Rank #251 / 406
Yes
23
Facility 23
IA AVG 45
Rank #405 / 528
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
23
Facility 23
IA AVG 19
Rank #106 / 286
57.7% A+14
7
Facility 7
IA AVG 7
Rank #186 / 294
1
Facility 1
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #200 / 294
Stirlingshire of Coralville
AL
MC
Coralville (Weber)
40
Facility 40
IA AVG 71
Rank #324 / 406
Yes
4
Facility 4
IA AVG 45
Rank #495 / 528
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
5
Facility 5
IA AVG 19
Rank #233 / 286
50.0% -8
4
Facility 4
IA AVG 7
Rank #121 / 294
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 294

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Iowa

Legacy Senior Living is located in Iowa City, 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 Legacy Senior Living

What neighborhood is Legacy Senior Living in?

Legacy Senior Living is in the Lucas neighborhood of Iowa City.

Is Legacy Senior Living in a walkable area?

Legacy Senior Living has a walk score of 23. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Legacy Senior Living?

According to IA state health department records, Legacy Senior Living's license number is S0116.

When does Legacy Senior Living's license expire?

According to IA state health department records, Legacy Senior Living's license expires on May 9, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at Legacy Senior Living?

Legacy Senior Living's occupancy is 52%.

How long has Legacy Senior Living been in business?

Legacy Senior Living has been operating for approximately 25 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Legacy Senior Living?

Yes, Legacy Senior Living allows residents to bring their pets.

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