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.
About this community
Occupancy
Timberland Village is administered by Cindi Martin.
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
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
• Total deficiencies (41% below)
• Deficiencies per year (42% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (11% below)
Deficiencies
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This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
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Total deficiencies
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16 | 27 | This facility has 41% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (16 vs. IA avg 27).↓ 41% better |
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Deficiencies per year
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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 |
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Deficiencies per inspection
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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
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This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
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Total inspections
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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
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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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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