The Heritage at Fox Run
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Council Bluffs, IA

The Heritage at Fox Run

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Council Bluffs, IA

Overview of The Heritage at Fox Run

Placing a premium on understanding the unique needs, personalities of each resident is a key aspect of The Heritage at Fox Run’s senior care community in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Elderly individuals looking to settle into their golden years without the hassle of daily chores, or those in need of a helping hand with everyday activities, tackling the challenges of memory care conditions, or looking for a serene environment to live out their lives, can find exactly what they want and more from the full spectrum of services available at The Heritage.

Independent living, assisted living, memory care, respite care, on care home health and hospice; The Heritage’s brand of exceptional senior living has got you or your loved one covered on all bases. Warm and welcoming staff are dedicated to supporting residents to lead the best lives possible, while enjoying comforts such as cozy living arrangements, high-class dining options, socialization opportunities, and events, amenities geared towards pursuing passions and stimulating engagement.

Bed community size
132-bed community Rank #28 / 406Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 28th 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 #87 / 284Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 87th out of 284 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: 14 / 100 Rank #444 / 528Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 444th 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.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
51%
Rank #252 / 379Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 252nd 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
67 / 132
Average occupied beds in Iowa homes 51 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Programs
StatusActive
IssuanceJuly 1, 2004
ExpirationJuly 1, 2026 Expired
CountyPottawattamie
License NumberS0193
Year Opened07/01/2004

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Heritage at Fox Run is administered by Jennifer Hellbusch.

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactRon Perry, Executive Director (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

Contact Information

Fax7122567609

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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 2004 · 22 years of data 23 deficiencies 15 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 2004 vs. Iowa state average
Overall vs. IA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 3 Better Metrics better than Iowa average:
• Total deficiencies (15% below)
• Deficiencies per year (17% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (17% below)
Latest Inspection April 30, 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. 2327 This facility has 15% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (23 vs. IA avg 27).↓ 15% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2004. 11.2 This facility has 17% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (1 vs. IA avg 1.2).↓ 17% 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. 1515 This facility has total inspections in line with the Iowa average (15 vs. IA avg 15).— At avg

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

  • The April 30, 2025 recertification inspection found no regulatory insufficiencies and no complaints were filed.
  • The March 29, 2023 complaint investigation cited five deficiencies including failure to complete timely tenant evaluations, service plans, and 90-day nurse reviews for all tenants.
  • The March 12, 2024 complaint investigation found no regulatory insufficiencies and confirmed the program met dementia-specific assisted living criteria for two consecutive recertifications.

What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 436 / 531 / 691 - 983 / 902 - 1,084 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Heritage at Fox Run

2 bedroom
1 Bedroom
1 Bedroom
Studio
2 bedroom

Places of interest near The Heritage at Fox Run

Address 3.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Council Bluffs's city center to The Heritage at Fox Run's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 4.53 miles to nearest hospital (Omaha VA Medical Center)

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The information below is reported by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing.

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The Heritage at Fox Run
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SNF
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Heritage at Fox Run

Is The Heritage at Fox Run in a walkable area?

The Heritage at Fox Run has a walk score of 14. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of The Heritage at Fox Run?

According to IA state health department records, The Heritage at Fox Run's license number is S0193.

When does The Heritage at Fox Run's license expire?

According to IA state health department records, The Heritage at Fox Run's license expires on July 1, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at The Heritage at Fox Run?

The Heritage at Fox Run's occupancy is 51%.

Who is the administrator of The Heritage at Fox Run?

Jennifer Hellbusch is the administrator of The Heritage at Fox Run.

How many beds does The Heritage at Fox Run have?

The Heritage at Fox Run has 132 beds.

Are there photos of The Heritage at Fox Run?

Yes — there are 3 photos of The Heritage at Fox Run in the photo gallery on this page.

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