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The Heritage at Northern Hills is a premier retirement community situated on the north side of Sioux City, Iowa. This assisted living community offers a variety of senior living options, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Respite Care, empowering residents to maintain their independence while receiving necessary care. Residents at The Heritage at Northern Hills benefit from a dedicated team of caregivers, which includes a registered nurse, licensed practical nurses, certified medication aides, and caregivers, ensuring they have access to 24-hour support for their well-being and safety.
This vibrant community provides a wealth of amenities, from a movie theater and game room to a salon/barbershop and café. The light-filled, restaurant-style dining room serves delicious meals, and the convenient access to nearby shopping, restaurants, entertainment, and medical providers enhances the overall living experience. At The Heritage at Northern Hills, the commitment is to deliver an exceptional senior living environment, prioritizing independence, happiness, and well-being for all residents.
Lower than the Iowa average: 75.4%The Heritage At Northern Hills is administrated by Christy Nikkel.
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.
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 43 | 27 | This facility has 59% more total deficiencies than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (43 vs. IA avg 27).↑ 59% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2004.
| 2 | 1.2 | This facility has 67% more deficiencies per year than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (2 vs. IA avg 1.2).↑ 67% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 2 | 1.8 | This facility has 11% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (2 vs. IA avg 1.8).↑ 11% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 22 | 15 | This facility has 47% more total inspections than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (22 vs. IA avg 15).↑ 47% worse |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
4.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Sioux City's city center to The Heritage At Northern Hills's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 1.68 miles to nearest hospital (St. Luke's College - UnityPoint Health Library)
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The Heritage At Northern Hills is located in Sioux City, Iowa.
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The information below is reported by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing.
| The Heritage At Northern Hills |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Sioux City (Teton Trace) | 128
Facility
128
IA AVG
71
Rank
#32 / 407 | No |
18
Facility
18
IA AVG
45
Rank
#430 / 528 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 26
Facility
26
IA AVG
19
Rank
#74 / 282 |
49.2%
Facility
49.2%
IA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#275 / 379 | - | 22 | 10
Facility
10
IA AVG
6.6
Rank
#264 / 348 | 4
Facility
4
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#320 / 348 |
| Whispering Creek Senior Living |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Sioux City | 110
Facility
110
IA AVG
71
Rank
#56 / 407 | Yes |
0
Facility
0
IA AVG
45
Rank
#514 / 528 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 16
Facility
16
IA AVG
19
Rank
#160 / 282 | - | A+ | 24 | 9
Facility
9
IA AVG
6.6
Rank
#247 / 348 | 3
Facility
3
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#298 / 348 |
| Sunrise Retirement Community |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
NC Nursing Care
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Sioux City | 74
Facility
74
IA AVG
71
Rank
#136 / 407 | Yes |
22
Facility
22
IA AVG
45
Rank
#411 / 528 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - |
90.5%
Facility
90.5%
IA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#58 / 379 | A+ | 25 | 3
Facility
3
IA AVG
6.6
Rank
#93 / 348 | 6
Facility
6
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#336 / 348 |
| Floyd Senior Living |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Sergeant Bluff | 47
Facility
47
IA AVG
71
Rank
#273 / 407 | Yes |
60
Facility
60
IA AVG
45
Rank
#152 / 528 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 11
Facility
11
IA AVG
19
Rank
#184 / 282 | - | - | 10 | 3
Facility
3
IA AVG
6.6
Rank
#93 / 348 | 2
Facility
2
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#281 / 348 |
| Bickford of Sioux City |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Sioux City (Indian Hills Drive) | 41
Facility
41
IA AVG
71
Rank
#321 / 407 | Yes |
40
Facility
40
IA AVG
45
Rank
#295 / 528 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 29
Facility
29
IA AVG
19
Rank
#50 / 282 |
48.8%
Facility
48.8%
IA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#280 / 379 | B- | 22 | 7
Facility
7
IA AVG
6.6
Rank
#205 / 348 | 6
Facility
6
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#336 / 348 |
The Heritage At Northern Hills is in the Teton Trace neighborhood of Sioux City.
The Heritage At Northern Hills has a walk score of 18. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
According to IA state health department records, The Heritage At Northern Hills's license number is S0058.
According to IA state health department records, The Heritage At Northern Hills's license expires on December 12, 2027.
The Heritage At Northern Hills's occupancy is 49%.
The team at The Heritage At Northern Hills can be reached at [email protected].
Christy Nikkel is the administrator of The Heritage At Northern Hills.
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