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The Kindred House
Assisted Living & Adult Day Care · Ottumwa, IA
Interior view of a common area with seating and decorations Residents participating in a fun indoor activity A staff member engaging in a craft activity with a resident Residents enjoying meals in a dining area

The Kindred House

Assisted Living & Adult Day Care · Ottumwa, IA
2824 N Ct St, Ottumwa, IA 52501 View map
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Overview of The Kindred House

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Peacefully settled in the tranquil area of Ottumwa, IA, The Kindred House is a tight-knit senior living community that offers assisted living and adult day care services. The community is intentionally designed to accommodate only a select number of residents and guests, ensuring focused and attentive care. Residents can choose among beautifully designed studios and one-bedroom apartments with a kitchenette and walk-in shower and easy access to main services and amenities.

The community handles the laundry and housekeeping combined with the convenience of concierge services, ensuring residents are free of tedious chores and worries and have more time for enjoyment and relaxation. Chef-prepared meals that can be enjoyed in the vibrant dining area or delivered to the room are provided to ensure residents never miss out on their daily nourishment. Residents also enjoy access to a heated pool, on-site salon services, and a robust calendar of activities curated to the interests and strengths of the residents. At The Kindred House, they deeply understand the needs and goals of their residents and provide them with the support and services that help them achieve the experiences they desire.

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By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 62 Rank #155 / 283Bed count — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 155th out of 283 assisted living communities we track 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. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #208 / 229Years in operation — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 208th out of 229 assisted living communities we track 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. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
2 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #218 / 294Walk Score — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 218th out of 294 assisted living communities we track 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. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
27 / 100
Residents per day Info The number of residents recorded at this facility in its most recent state inspection report that stated a census.
9

Source: state inspection report (Nov 2024)

About This Community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Programs
IssuanceAugust 9, 2024
CountyWapello
License NumberS0490
Year Opened08/09/2024

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Kindred House is administered by Christine Savage.

Contact Information

Email christine@kindredhouseia.com
Fax6419547221

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Room Accommodations

Building TypeSingle-story

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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.

Inspection Scorecard Info 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.

Overall vs. IA average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Iowa average:
• Violations per inspection (88% above) 2 Better Metrics better than Iowa average:
• Violations (87% below)
• State violations (57% below)

Violations Info Violations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityIA Averagevs. IA Avg
Violations Info Total violations cited across all inspections on record. Iowa reports these as a federal and a state component, shown below; the two add up to this total. 323.4 This facility has 87% fewer violations than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (3 vs. IA avg 23.4).↓ 87% better
State violations Info Part of the Violations total above — the share cited under Iowa state licensing requirements. Federal + state add up to the total. 36.9 This facility has 57% fewer state violations than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (3 vs. IA avg 6.9).↓ 57% better
Violations per inspection Info Average violations per inspection. 3.01.6 This facility has 88% more violations per inspection than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (3 vs. IA avg 1.6).↑ 88% worse

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. 112.7 This facility has had 92% fewer total inspections than the Iowa average (1 vs. IA avg 12.7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 92% fewer
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Reviews (1)

The Kindred House

Madison Knapp
Yes the staff is so kind and amazing! When you walk in the door you feel at home. But what I love most is how happy the residents always are, you can feel it in the air! They are such a great addition to our town, Thank you Kindred house!

Rating Their Experiences

What do you like most about living here?

It feels like everyone is just a big family

Are there enough caregivers to handle the residents' needs, especially during emergencies?

Yes

Are the common areas pleasant and comfortable for socializing or relaxing?

Yes

How do you feel about the level of social interaction available with other residents?

They provide multiple opportunities each day that we are able to engage and talk to the others, we do excesses and play games.

How was the units offered in this community?

Very nice, they even let you bring in what you would like to help you feel as at home and comfortable as possible

Do you feel safe living in this community?

Yes

How well do you think the community handles emergencies or unexpected events?

Well

How would you rate the quality and variety of the meals? (1-5)

5

Are special diets handled well?

Yes

Is the dining schedule flexible enough to meet your preferences?

Yes

Are there any hidden fees or unexpected charges?

No, they answer any questions

Would you recommend this community to others looking for senior living options?

Yes! It doesn’t feel like any other facility I’ve been too

Is there anything you wish you knew before moving in?

I wish I knew sooner

Places of interest near The Kindred House

Address 3.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Ottumwa's city center to The Kindred House's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Ottumwa

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. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
Pennsylvania Place
AL
IL
MC
Ottumwa
102
Facility 102
IA AVG 75
Rank #59 / 283
No
77
Facility 77
IA AVG 45
Rank #34 / 294
6
Facility 6
IA AVG 18
Rank #179 / 229
32.4%
Facility 32.4%
IA AVG 61.3%
Rank #235 / 253
5
2
Facility 2
IA AVG 5
Rank #77 / 258
River Valley Place of Ottumwa
AL
MC
RC
Ottumwa
100
Facility 100
IA AVG 75
Rank #62 / 283
Yes
77
Facility 77
IA AVG 45
Rank #34 / 294
19
Facility 19
IA AVG 18
Rank #103 / 229
30.0%
Facility 30.0%
IA AVG 61.3%
Rank #237 / 253
9
5
Facility 5
IA AVG 5
Rank #155 / 258
The Kindred House
AL
ADC
Ottumwa (Ottumwa Industrial Park)
62
Facility 62
IA AVG 75
Rank #155 / 283
No
27
Facility 27
IA AVG 45
Rank #218 / 294
2
Facility 2
IA AVG 18
Rank #208 / 229
-1
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 5
Rank #1 / 258

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other IA assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 3 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Financial assistance

Programs that may help with care and living costs in Iowa

The Kindred House is in Ottumwa, Iowa. These programs may support different care settings or living expenses. A listing does not confirm this community participates; our concierge team can help confirm.

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Cash support · veterans

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

VA Pension Aid and Attendance and Housebound Benefits (Federal)

Who it is for
Veterans or survivors with VA pension eligibility and an Aid and Attendance or Housebound medical need
Income limit
No single monthly income cutoff. VA compares countable annual income, after permitted deductions, with the applicable Maximum Annual Pension Rate for the household and benefit category.
Asset limit
Net-worth limit is $163,699 from December 1, 2025 through November 30, 2026. Net worth includes countable assets plus annual income; exclusions and transfer rules apply.

Eligibility

General
Veterans or eligible survivors who qualify for VA Pension or Survivors Pension and meet the additional Aid and Attendance or Housebound criteria. Service, discharge, family status and pension eligibility rules also apply.
IA specifics
A federal VA pension benefit; Aid and Attendance and Housebound enhancements cannot be received together.

What it provides

  • A higher pension ceiling for eligible Aid and Attendance or Housebound recipients. Actual pension equals the applicable annual maximum minus countable income; the two enhancements cannot be paid together.
In-home or residential support

State Supplementary Assistance (SSA)

Iowa State Supplementary Assistance (SSA)

Income limit
Below the income limit for the relevant SSA group.
Asset limit
Resources at or below $2,000 for a single person or $3,000 for a married couple living together.

Eligibility

General
Iowa residents who are aged, blind or disabled under Social Security standards, receive SSI or would receive it except for excess income, and meet the relevant assistance-category limits.

What it provides

  • State-funded supplements for qualifying special needs; including family life homes; in-home health-related care and residential care facilities.
In-home & community support

Elderly Waiver

Iowa Medicaid Elderly Waiver

Eligibility

General
Iowa residents age 65 or older who meet Medicaid and nursing-facility-level-of-care requirements.

What it provides

  • Authorized waiver services can include case management; adult day care; homemaker; respite; home health; meals; assistive devices; modifications and transportation.
Caregiver support

Family Caregiver Support Program

Family Caregiver Support Program (Iowa)

Who it is for
Family or informal caregivers of an adult 60+ or of someone of any age with dementia

Eligibility

General
Adult family or informal caregivers of adults age 60 or older or people of any age with Alzheimer's disease or a related disorder. The federal program also supports specified older-relative caregiver categories.

What it provides

  • Caregiver information and access assistance; counseling and training; support groups; respite and limited supplemental services under the federal caregiver-support framework.
Returning home: disability-specific

Money Follows the Person (Intellectual Disability or Brain Injury)

Iowa Money Follows the Person (Intellectual Disability or Brain Injury)

Eligibility

General
People in Iowa with an intellectual-disability or brain-injury diagnosis who have lived in a qualifying facility at least 60 consecutive days and want to move into the community. Iowa Medicaid must complete eligibility determination before discharge.

What it provides

  • Transition services and enhanced supports for the first year after an approved move into the community.
Medicare costs

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Iowa Medicare Savings Program

Who it is for
Medicare beneficiaries with limited income who need help with premiums or cost sharing

Eligibility

General
Medicare beneficiaries meeting the applicable state Medicare Savings Program eligibility rules.
IA specifics
Applications are administered by the state Medicaid program.

What it provides

  • Assistance with Medicare premiums and; for qualified QMB beneficiaries; Medicare-covered deductibles and coinsurance. The qualifying category determines which costs are paid.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Kindred House

Quick answers from public records and the community's own listing.
01 What neighborhood is The Kindred House in?
The Kindred House is in the Ottumwa Industrial Park neighborhood of Ottumwa.
02 Is The Kindred House in a walkable area?
The Kindred House has a walk score of 27. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
03 What is the license number of The Kindred House?
According to IA state health department records, The Kindred House's license number is S0490.
04 How long has The Kindred House been in business?
The Kindred House has been operating for approximately 2 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
05 Are pets allowed at The Kindred House?
No, The Kindred House has a no-pet policy.
06 What is the best email address for The Kindred House?
The team at The Kindred House can be reached at info@kindredhouseia.com.
07 Who is the administrator of The Kindred House?
Christine Savage is the administrator of The Kindred House.
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