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Sunset Park Place
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Dubuque, IA
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Sunset Park Place

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Dubuque, IA
3730 Pennsylvania Ave, Dubuque, IA 52002 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Sunset Park Place

Affiliated with the Jaybird Senior Living group, Sunset Park Place is a senior living community in Dubuque, Iowa, offering assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Christian Jordan serves as the administrator. The two-story community has 101 beds. It has been serving residents for 24 years and is located about 3.6 miles from downtown Dubuque.

Residents can choose from one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans ranging from about 500 to nearly 1,000 square feet. The community currently has an occupancy rate of about 47%, giving families more room availability than communities operating closer to full capacity. The area has a Walk Score of 36, which is somewhat walkable. A few nearby errands can be completed on foot, but most trips require a car.

Residents have access to an on-site dining room, a full-service salon and barbershop, indoor lounges, and outdoor common areas. Transportation services, fitness and recreation programs, and organized activities are also offered here. The community welcomes pets, allowing residents to keep a companion animal during their stay. Residents in memory care receive support from caregivers with specialized training as part of the community’s dedicated memory care program.

The Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing conducts regular unannounced inspections of the community. Inspection reviews have covered routine compliance and procedures for incident reporting, documentation, and resident safety. More recent inspections found no concerns in these areas. Families considering Sunset Park Place may ask how these protocols are managed daily.

Facility Direct Line (563) 635-6306
Facility Direct Line (563) 635-6306
Bed community size
101-bed community Rank #66 / 406Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 66th 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
24 years in operation Rank #96 / 286Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 96th 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: 36 / 100 Rank #324 / 528Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 324th 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
47%
Rank #290 / 379Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 290th 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
47 / 101
Average occupied beds in Iowa homes 51 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Programs For People With Dementia
StatusActive
IssuanceOctober 19, 2001
ExpirationOctober 19, 2027
CountyDubuque
License NumberS0127
Year Opened10/19/2001

Ownership & Operating Entity

Sunset Park Place is administered by Christian Jordan.

Contact Information

Email ewall@sunsetparkplace.com
Fax5635832982

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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 2009 · 17 years of data 14 deficiencies 25 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 2009 vs. Iowa state average
Overall vs. IA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 Better Metrics better than Iowa average:
• Total deficiencies (48% 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. 1427 This facility has 48% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (14 vs. IA avg 27).↓ 48% 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. 2515 This facility has had 67% more total inspections than the Iowa average (25 vs. IA avg 15). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 67% more
Inspection breakdown
14complaint investigations
7renewal/recertification inspections
3incident investigations
1follow-up inspection
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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 480 / 720 / 960 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Sunset Park Place

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Address 3.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Dubuque's city center to Sunset Park Place's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Sunset Park Place
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Iowa

Sunset Park Place is located in Dubuque, 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 Sunset Park Place

Is Sunset Park Place in a walkable area?

Sunset Park Place has a walk score of 36. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Sunset Park Place?

According to IA state health department records, Sunset Park Place's license number is S0127.

When does Sunset Park Place's license expire?

According to IA state health department records, Sunset Park Place's license expires on October 19, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at Sunset Park Place?

Sunset Park Place's occupancy is 47%.

How long has Sunset Park Place been in business?

Sunset Park Place has been operating for approximately 24 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Sunset Park Place?

Yes, Sunset Park Place allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for Sunset Park Place?

The team at Sunset Park Place can be reached at ewall@sunsetparkplace.com.

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