Timberland Village
Assisted Living & Independent Living · Story City, IA

Timberland Village

Assisted Living & Independent Living · Story City, IA

Overview of Timberland Village

Timberland Village is a 48-bed assisted living community at 725 Timberland Drive in Story City, Iowa. Administered by Cindi Martin and owned by Bethany Life, the facility serves Story County under license S0162, which remains active through October 29, 2026. The community currently reports 44% occupancy with 21 of 48 beds filled, a figure lower than the Iowa state average of 75.4%. With a Walk Score of 56, the location is considered moderately walkable.

State-level oversight through the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing shows a record of high regulatory performance and long-term stability. Since 2004, the facility has recorded 16 total deficiencies across 10 inspections, averaging 0.7 per year, a rate 42% below the state annual average. The four most recent recertifications in 2017, 2019, 2021, and September 2024 all resulted in a citations-per-inspection rate of zero.

Daily clinical services at this 23-year-old campus include catered living and retirement support. While recent data demonstrates consistent compliance, historical records from 2008 identified a violation involving the falsification of initials on a medication administration record. Other past findings from 2004 and 2012 involved delayed cognitive evaluations and gaps in staff food safety training documentation. Professional support is provided in a setting that offers restaurant-style dining, chaplain services, and local transportation.

The residential environment includes diverse housing options such as twin homes and retirement living units. Shared features include a barber and beauty salon and dedicated activity spaces. Although the facility experienced a decline in occupancy from 2015 to 2021, recent figures show a slight increase to 21 residents in 2024. Management has successfully resolved prior documentation and evaluation concerns, according to the streak of clean inspections maintained over the last seven years.

Prospective residents should weigh the community’s established 23-year history and strong recent compliance against its ongoing occupancy challenges. It is recommended to verify the current schedule for cognitive evaluations and service plan updates during an on-site visit. Interested individuals can contact the Story City office to discuss the various living models and to ensure the facility’s clinical protocols meet their 2026 care expectations.

Bed community size
48-bed community Rank #268 / 406Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 268th 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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
23 years in operation Rank #109 / 284Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 109th 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: 56 / 100 Rank #177 / 528Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 177th 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
44%
Rank #300 / 379Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 300th 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
21 / 48
Average occupied beds in Iowa homes 51 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Programs
StatusActive
IssuanceOctober 29, 2002
ExpirationOctober 29, 2026
CountyStory
License NumberS0162

Ownership & Operating Entity

Timberland Village is administered by Cindi Martin.

Owner Name| Bethany Life(Free Standing Nf/Snf) | 850220 | View

Contact Information

Fax5157339376

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Delicious Restaurant Style Dining
Access To Chaplain Services
Barber Shop & Beauty Salon
Transportation
Specific ProgramsTwin Homes Retirement Living, Catered Living
Religious Services

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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 16 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 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 (41% below)
• Deficiencies per year (42% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (11% below)
Latest Inspection September 3, 2024

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

This Facility IA Average vs. IA Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 16 27 This facility has 41% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (16 vs. IA avg 27).↓ 41% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2004. 0.7 1.2 This facility has 42% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (0.7 vs. IA avg 1.2).↓ 42% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.6 1.8 This facility has 11% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (1.6 vs. IA avg 1.8).↓ 11% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This Facility IA Average vs. IA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 10 15 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

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

  • The most recent inspection on September 3, 2024, found no regulatory insufficiencies during the recertification visit for the Assisted Living Program.
  • A complaint investigation on April 19, 2016, found no substantiated deficiencies despite tenant elopement and level of care concerns.
  • Past deficiencies included repeated failures in tenant evaluations and individualized service plans from 2004 through 2015, with issues in medication administration and documentation.

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Address 0.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Story City's city center to Timberland Village's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Timberland Village

Who is the owner of Timberland Village?

Timberland Village is legally operated by | Bethany Life(Free Standing NF/SNF) | 850220 | VIEW, and administered by Cindi Martin.

Is Timberland Village in a walkable area?

Timberland Village has a walk score of 56. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Timberland Village?

According to IA state health department records, Timberland Village's license number is S0162.

When does Timberland Village's license expire?

According to IA state health department records, Timberland Village's license expires on October 29, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Timberland Village?

Timberland Village's occupancy is 44%.

Are pets allowed at Timberland Village?

No, Timberland Village has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for Timberland Village?

The team at Timberland Village can be reached at cindi@bethanylife.org.

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