Page 2 of Best Assisted Living in Cedar Rapids, IA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 22 assisted living communities in Cedar Rapids, IA using IA Dept. of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing (DIAL) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in IA
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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. 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. 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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. 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.
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.
Meth Wick Community
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Cedar Rapids
69
Facility 69
IA AVG 73
Rank #123 / 289
No
23
Facility 23
IA AVG 45
Rank #235 / 302
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83.0%
Facility 83.0%
IA AVG 61.5%
Rank #55 / 259
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Gardens of Cedar Rapids
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Cedar Rapids
60
Facility 60
IA AVG 73
Rank #158 / 289
Yes--
7
Facility 7
IA AVG 18
Rank #168 / 232
48.3%
Facility 48.3%
IA AVG 61.5%
Rank #170 / 259
3
2
Facility 2
IA AVG 7
Rank #58 / 265
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 265
HallMar Village
AL
IL
MC
NH
Cedar Rapids
55
Facility 55
IA AVG 73
Rank #173 / 289
No
4
Facility 4
IA AVG 45
Rank #294 / 302
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
IA AVG 61.5%
Rank #69 / 259
24
7
Facility 7
IA AVG 7
Rank #174 / 265
2
Facility 2
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #210 / 265
The Gardens of Cedar Rapids
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Cedar Rapids
40
Facility 40
IA AVG 73
Rank #225 / 289
Yes
7
Facility 7
IA AVG 45
Rank #283 / 302
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
1
Facility 1
IA AVG 18
Rank #223 / 232
87.5%
Facility 87.5%
IA AVG 61.5%
Rank #39 / 259
22
3
Facility 3
IA AVG 7
Rank #89 / 265
6
Facility 6
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #256 / 265
Cottage Grove Place – Connections
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Cedar Rapids
36
Facility 36
IA AVG 73
Rank #252 / 289
Yes
56
Facility 56
IA AVG 45
Rank #98 / 302
-
6
Facility 6
IA AVG 18
Rank #182 / 232
38.9%
Facility 38.9%
IA AVG 61.5%
Rank #226 / 259
5
3
Facility 3
IA AVG 7
Rank #89 / 265
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 265
The Keystones of Cedar Rapids
AL
IL
MC
Cedar Rapids (Rockwell Drive Northeast)
30
Facility 30
IA AVG 73
Rank #274 / 289
No
33
Facility 33
IA AVG 45
Rank #200 / 302
1 bed / 2 bed
22
Facility 22
IA AVG 18
Rank #81 / 232
40.0%
Facility 40.0%
IA AVG 61.5%
Rank #219 / 259
5
8
Facility 8
IA AVG 7
Rank #188 / 265
7
Facility 7
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #261 / 265
Garnett Place
AL
IL
MC
RC
Cedar Rapids
49
Facility 49
IA AVG 73
Rank #196 / 289
Yes
69
Facility 69
IA AVG 45
Rank #54 / 302
-
25
Facility 25
IA AVG 18
Rank #54 / 232
49.0%
Facility 49.0%
IA AVG 61.5%
Rank #251 / 259
8
12
Facility 12
IA AVG 7
Rank #229 / 265
1
Facility 1
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #180 / 265
Stoney Point Meadows
AL
MC
Cedar Rapids
176
Facility 176
IA AVG 73
Rank #6 / 289
Yes--
7
Facility 7
IA AVG 18
Rank #168 / 232
53.4%
Facility 53.4%
IA AVG 61.5%
Rank #135 / 259
4
3
Facility 3
IA AVG 7
Rank #89 / 265
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 265
Home Instead – Cedar Rapids
AL
HC
HOS
MC
Cedar Rapids
-No
51
Facility 51
IA AVG 45
Rank #117 / 302
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
23
Facility 23
IA AVG 18
Rank #71 / 232
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Higley Mansion Care Center
AL
HC
MC
Cedar Rapids
-No
50
Facility 50
IA AVG 45
Rank #125 / 302
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Overview of Cottage Grove Place – Connections

Cottage Grove Place, Connections offers nursing home care, skilled nursing, assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Cedar Rapids, IA. Nursing home care and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps an apartment.

Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision. The range of care levels can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to a different community. The community has 36 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other.

Chef prepared meals are provided, giving residents prepared dining within the community. Short term rehabilitation offers a temporary stay focused on recovery, and respite care provides a short term option when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. A Walk Score of 56 / 100 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, so some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to complete certain nearby errands independently. Pets are allowed, so a resident may keep a pet with them. Melissa Holyoake serves as the administrator.

Contact Cottage Grove Place – Connections

Overview of The Gardens of Cedar Rapids

The Gardens of Cedar Rapids is a senior care community on Dean Road SW in the southwest part of Cedar Rapids, Iowa. It offers a full continuum of care under one roof, spanning independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing, which means a resident can often stay in a familiar place as their needs change over time. The community is owned by Jbrb Investments LLC and accepts both Medicare and private pay, giving families a couple of clear routes to cover short-term rehabilitation or longer-term nursing care.

This is a small, single-story community with 40 beds, and it tends to run comfortably occupied at around 88 percent. Housing comes in studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom options, and the single-level layout can make day-to-day movement easier for residents with mobility limitations. Pets are welcome, which matters to many families weighing a move for a loved one.

On the clinical side, total nursing care averages about 4 hours and 15 minutes per resident each day, so hands-on daily support is a meaningful part of the setting. State inspection themes over the years have centered on medication management and care-delivery practices, alongside stretches of clean compliance. Families touring the community can ask how those areas are handled day to day.

The community sits in a car-dependent pocket of Cedar Rapids, with a Walk Score of 7, so most errands and visits will involve a short drive. That residential setting can suit residents and family who prefer a quiet neighborhood over a busy commercial area.

Contact The Gardens of Cedar Rapids

Stoney Point Meadows

1900 Stoney Point Road Sw, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
Overview of Stoney Point Meadows

Dawn Martin administers the daily operations at Stoney Point Meadows, a 176-bed senior living facility located on Stoney Point Road SW in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Managed by Cassia and owned by Meadowview Senior Living, this Linn County community operates at roughly 53 percent occupancy, housing 94 residents within an environment that accommodates standard assisted living, short-term respite stays, and specialized memory support.

The program integrates on-site licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants to deliver continuous daily personal care and medication management. A pet-friendly policy allows residents to maintain domestic companion animals within their private apartments.

The surrounding neighborhood is car-dependent, carrying a walkability score of 1 out of 100, which requires visitors and staff to utilize personal vehicles for all off-site errands. Regulatory reviews managed by Iowa’s health inspectors focus primarily on sharpening the timeliness of incident reporting, maintaining current resident service logs, and standardizing safety response protocols.

Interested individuals and prospective representatives evaluating area senior care options can contact the Cedar Rapids administrative office to review active intake availability and standard leasing terms.

Contact Stoney Point Meadows

Overview of The Keystones of Cedar Rapids

The Keystones of Cedar Rapids offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Cedar Rapids, IA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps a private apartment; independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care; memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having all three care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since changing care levels may not require leaving the community.

With 30 beds, The Keystones of Cedar Rapids is a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other. The community is in the Rockwell Drive Northeast neighborhood, and Lynn Nelson serves as administrator. A Walk Score of 33 places the area in a setting dependent on cars, so most errands require a car or a ride. A resident who no longer drives would need transportation to get out independently.

Contact The Keystones of Cedar Rapids

Garnett Place

202 35Th St Dr Se, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
Overview of Garnett Place

Garnett Place is a retirement community in Iowa that strives to create magical experiences in the lives of retirees. Situated near Elmcrest Country Club and Golf Course and Riverside Park, this community offers unique mundane retirement living amidst the changing seasons of Cedar Rapids. Garnett Place offers a range of senior lifestyles, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care. The open layout of the living spaces creates a personalized feel, with private bathrooms for added privacy. They also give access to a beautiful landscaped courtyard, allowing seniors to enjoy the beauty of the outdoors. 

This home offers housekeeping, transportation, and dining services to make life easier for residents. They also provide wireless emergency pendants, 24-hour emergency response, garbage removal, and laundry services for added convenience. Seniors can even bring their furry friends along! Other amenities include a cinema, salon, and barber. The living spaces come equipped with air conditioning, Wi-Fi, a full kitchen with a refrigerator and microwave oven, and window coverings. If one wishes to live a meaningful and hassle free life, Garnett Place is the place to be.

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Overview of Gardens of Cedar Rapids

Gardens of Cedar Rapids provides nursing home and skilled nursing care, assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Cedar Rapids, IA. Nursing home and skilled nursing care include licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, and memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for residents at risk of wandering.

There are 60 beds across the community’s care levels. For a resident whose needs grow over time, that range may allow them to remain in the same community without starting over socially. The Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation program includes rehabilitation services, so rehabilitation is available as part of the community’s care offerings.

Total nurse staffing is 4h 34m per resident per day. This represents the daily hands on nursing time assigned per resident. Gardens of Cedar Rapids accepts Medicare and private pay, and residents may bring pets. Chalee Michael serves as the administrator.

Contact Gardens of Cedar Rapids

Overview of HallMar Village

HallMar Village is a one-of-a-kind community in Cedar Rapids, IA, offering independent living. In collaboration with Mercy Medical Center, the community also offers assisted living and memory care to meet residents’ healthcare needs. Thoughtfully designed and spacious accommodations are provided in a nurturing and welcoming environment, so residents can feel at ease during their stay.

With a jam-packed calendar of enriching programs and stimulating activities, residents are encouraged to live actively and maintain social connections. Plenty of delectable and healthy dining options are also provided to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community’s comprehensive services and extensive amenities create the ideal setting for residents to enjoy their golden years without hassles.

Contact HallMar Village

Overview of Home Instead – Cedar Rapids

Serving Cedar Rapids and nearby areas, Home Instead offers senior home care assistance that prioritizes enhancing quality of life and independence for retirees, from the comfort of their family home. Personalizing each elderly care plan to meet the specific needs of every individual, Home Instead brings the full-range of daily living support and medical management from retirement homes, to your doorstep.

Family members and seniors alike can rest easy knowing that Home Instead’s brand of dependable personal care and companionship are handled with the utmost respect and compassion, by a duly licensed team. Light housekeeping, meal preparations, errands, and medication reminders, are conducted warmly and professionally. For those struggling with the challenges of Alzheimer’s, Home Instead has got you covered as well.

Contact Home Instead – Cedar Rapids

Overview of Meth Wick Community

Meth Wick Community is a place where life is brimming with vivid and authentic experiences. This not-for-profit community offers a range of senior living options including independent living, Independence Plus, assisted living, memory care, and nursing care. The 68-acre wooded campus has been providing care since 1961. This home also places an emphasis on wellness, offering classes to help residents maintain their physical, mental, and emotional health. 

They house bariatric specialty suits to provide additional support for those who need it. Transportation services make it easy to get around, and the 14,000 square foot social hub is the perfect place to gather with friends and neighbors. The social hub features a library, fitness room, doctor’s office, and more. Residents can even join book clubs and bus trips and stay connected with donors and the community’s needs through the Legacy newsletter. Moreover, the facility is equipped with a Wick Endowment Fund to assist residents who have exhausted their resources. They strongly prioritize security and comfort, providing both total independence and total care in one place.

Contact Meth Wick Community

Overview of Higley Mansion Care Center

Higley Mansion Care Center is located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and they’ve structured their services to include assisted living, memory care, and home care. It’s a pragmatic setup, especially if you’re trying to plan for the long term; having memory care and assisted living under the same roof means you don’t necessarily have to worry about the logistical stress of a second move if cognitive needs happen to shift later on.

The neighborhood sits at a 50 on the Walk Score scale, which is right in the middle of the road. You can handle some errands on foot if you’re feeling ambitious, but realistically, you’re going to rely on a car for most of your trips. If you’re looking for a facility that bridges those specific care levels in Cedar Rapids, this is a logical place to start your research.

Contact Higley Mansion Care Center

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Assisted Living in Cedar Rapids at a glance

Avg Monthly Cost: $5,727The average monthly cost across facilities in Cedar Rapids, IA. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 42/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Cedar Rapids, IA. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 81The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Cedar Rapids, IA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Cedar Rapids, IA

What is the average cost of assisted living in Cedar Rapids, IA?

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Cedar Rapids, IA is approximately $5,000. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for assisted living in Cedar Rapids, IA?

Assisted living in Cedar Rapids, IA typically ranges from $4,500–$7,100 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at assisted living facilities in Cedar Rapids, IA?

Assisted living facilities in Cedar Rapids, IA typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:12.

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Iowa?

Assisted living in Iowa supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Iowa?

Assisted living in Iowa is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Iowa Medicaid cover assisted living?

Iowa Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Iowa) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.