The Meadows
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Manchester, IA

The Meadows

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Manchester, IA

Overview of The Meadows

Make the most of your best years at The Meadows, a welcoming retreat in Manchester, IA, offering assisted living. Featuring specially designed and secure accommodations, the community ensures residents are comfortable and safe. Residents can also keep their peace of mind with a compassionate and well-trained team helping with their daily living activities around the clock.

A thoughtfully planned calendar of engaging activities and fun recreational programs is conducted, encouraging residents to interact with their surroundings and live actively. Residents have a delightful dining experience with delicious and well-balanced dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. The community is ideal for those needing assistance to live comfortably in retirement, especially with its exceptional care and well-maintained amenities.

Capacity and availability

Residents per day
38
Bed community size
74-bed community Rank #136 / 403Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 136th out of 403 homes 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 cover every community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
26 years in operation Rank #75 / 285Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 75th out of 285 homes 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 cover every community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.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: 29 / 100 Rank #371 / 504Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 371st out of 504 homes 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 cover every community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.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
51%
Rank #249 / 362Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 249th out of 362 homes we track in Iowa for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Iowa average, with its Statewide rank out of 362. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.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
38 / 74
Average occupied beds in Iowa homes 51 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Programs
StatusActive
IssuanceMarch 8, 2000
ExpirationMarch 6, 2028
CountyDelaware
License NumberS0069
Year Opened03/08/2000

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Meadows is administered by Lindsey Ante.

Contact Information

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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 2006 · 20 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 11 deficiencies 10 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 2006 vs. Iowa state average
Overall vs. IA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 Better Metrics better than Iowa average:
• Total deficiencies (59% 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. 1127 This facility has 59% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (11 vs. IA avg 27).↓ 59% 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. 1015 This facility has had 33% fewer total inspections than the Iowa average (10 vs. IA avg 15). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 33% fewer

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Address 1.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Manchester's city center to The Meadows's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around the area

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.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Count of incident-based investigations (e.g. reported events) in the regulatory record for the reporting period.
St Francis Manor
AL
HOS
NH
SNF
Grinnell
78
Facility 78
IA AVG 72
Rank #119 / 403
No
82
Facility 82
IA AVG 47
Rank #39 / 504
-
49
Facility 49
IA AVG 19
Rank #16 / 285
69.2% -13
4
Facility 4
IA AVG 7
Rank #121 / 295
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 295
The Meadows
AL
IL
MC
Manchester
74
Facility 74
IA AVG 72
Rank #136 / 403
No
29
Facility 29
IA AVG 47
Rank #371 / 504
-
26
Facility 26
IA AVG 19
Rank #75 / 285
51.4% -10
4
Facility 4
IA AVG 7
Rank #121 / 295
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 295
Friendship Village
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Waterloo
72
Facility 72
IA AVG 72
Rank #143 / 403
Yes
52
Facility 52
IA AVG 47
Rank #202 / 504
2 Bed / 3 Bed
50
Facility 50
IA AVG 19
Rank #9 / 285
91.7% -17
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 7
Rank #1 / 295
3
Facility 3
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #249 / 295
Prairie Vista Village
AL
IL
NH
SNF
South Altoona
68
Facility 68
IA AVG 72
Rank #170 / 403
Yes
29
Facility 29
IA AVG 47
Rank #371 / 504
-
12
Facility 12
IA AVG 19
Rank #177 / 285
50.0% A3
1
Facility 1
IA AVG 7
Rank #32 / 295
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 295
Bethany Home Retirement Center
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Dubuque (Eagle Point District)
66
Facility 66
IA AVG 72
Rank #181 / 403
No
69
Facility 69
IA AVG 47
Rank #103 / 504
1 Bed / 2 Bed---12
4
Facility 4
IA AVG 7
Rank #121 / 295
2
Facility 2
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #232 / 295

Frequently Asked Questions about The Meadows

Is The Meadows in a walkable area?

The Meadows has a walk score of 29. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of The Meadows?

According to IA state health department records, The Meadows's license number is S0069.

When does The Meadows's license expire?

According to IA state health department records, The Meadows's license expires on March 6, 2028.

What is the occupancy rate at The Meadows?

The Meadows's occupancy is 51%.

How long has The Meadows been in business?

The Meadows has been operating for approximately 26 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at The Meadows?

No, The Meadows has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for The Meadows?

The team at The Meadows can be reached at kedgington@goodneighborsociety.org.

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