Page 10 of Best Assisted Living in Iowa

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 310 assisted living communities in 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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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.
Maple Crest Manor
AL
MC
NH
Fayette
46
Facility 46
IA AVG 73
Rank #204 / 289
A+No
29
Facility 29
IA AVG 45
Rank #214 / 302
-
50
Facility 50
IA AVG 18
Rank #7 / 232
82.6%
Facility 82.6%
IA AVG 61.5%
Rank #56 / 259
17
3
Facility 3
IA AVG 6
Rank #89 / 265
2
Facility 2
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #210 / 265
Great River Care Center
AL
NH
SNF
Main Mcgregor
39
Facility 39
IA AVG 73
Rank #245 / 289
C-No
43
Facility 43
IA AVG 45
Rank #157 / 302
-
39
Facility 39
IA AVG 18
Rank #16 / 232
79.5%
Facility 79.5%
IA AVG 61.5%
Rank #72 / 259
15
3
Facility 3
IA AVG 6
Rank #121 / 265
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 265
Ramsey Village Continuing Care
AL
IL
MC
NH
RESC
RC
SNF
Des Moines (Drake)
78
Facility 78
IA AVG 73
Rank #92 / 289
?Yes
38
Facility 38
IA AVG 45
Rank #175 / 302
1 bed / 2 bed
1
Facility 1
IA AVG 18
Rank #223 / 232
87.7%
Facility 87.7%
IA AVG 61.5%
Rank #38 / 259
25
8
Facility 8
IA AVG 6
Rank #188 / 265
2
Facility 2
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #210 / 265
Trinity Center at Luther Park
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Des Moines (East Village)
120
Facility 120
IA AVG 73
Rank #34 / 289
D+Yes
91
Facility 91
IA AVG 45
Rank #1 / 302
--
90.8%
Facility 90.8%
IA AVG 61.5%
Rank #26 / 259
24
13
Facility 13
IA AVG 6
Rank #233 / 265
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 265
Ridgecrest Village
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Davenport
82
Facility 82
IA AVG 73
Rank #78 / 289
?Yes
41
Facility 41
IA AVG 45
Rank #165 / 302
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
1
Facility 1
IA AVG 18
Rank #223 / 232
67.1%
Facility 67.1%
IA AVG 61.5%
Rank #108 / 259
23
6
Facility 6
IA AVG 6
Rank #161 / 265
3
Facility 3
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #225 / 265
Sunset Park Place
AL
MC
RC
Dubuque
101
Facility 101
IA AVG 73
Rank #55 / 289
A+Yes
36
Facility 36
IA AVG 45
Rank #188 / 302
1 Bed / 2 Bed
24
Facility 24
IA AVG 18
Rank #61 / 232
46.5%
Facility 46.5%
IA AVG 61.5%
Rank #187 / 259
13
14
Facility 14
IA AVG 6
Rank #239 / 265
3
Facility 3
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #225 / 265
Homestead of Mason City
AL
Mason City
70
Facility 70
IA AVG 73
Rank #115 / 289
AYes
35
Facility 35
IA AVG 45
Rank #194 / 302
Studio
27
Facility 27
IA AVG 18
Rank #34 / 232
42.9%
Facility 42.9%
IA AVG 61.5%
Rank #203 / 259
6
7
Facility 7
IA AVG 6
Rank #174 / 265
2
Facility 2
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #210 / 265
Allen Place Senior Living
AL
RC
Atlantic
78
Facility 78
IA AVG 73
Rank #92 / 289
CNo
11
Facility 11
IA AVG 45
Rank #270 / 302
-
11
Facility 11
IA AVG 18
Rank #140 / 232
51.3%
Facility 51.3%
IA AVG 61.5%
Rank #188 / 259
6
3
Facility 3
IA AVG 6
Rank #89 / 265
1
Facility 1
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #180 / 265
The Views of Cedar Rapids | RidgeView Assisted Living
AL
MC
Cedar Rapids
88
Facility 88
IA AVG 73
Rank #71 / 289
BNo
47
Facility 47
IA AVG 45
Rank #134 / 302
-
21
Facility 21
IA AVG 18
Rank #85 / 232
30.7%
Facility 30.7%
IA AVG 61.5%
Rank #244 / 259
3
9
Facility 9
IA AVG 6
Rank #203 / 265
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 265
Corridor Crossing Place
AL
MC
RESC
RC
Cedar Rapids
61
Facility 61
IA AVG 73
Rank #155 / 289
BNo
44
Facility 44
IA AVG 45
Rank #150 / 302
Private Rooms
31
Facility 31
IA AVG 18
Rank #25 / 232
-10
6
Facility 6
IA AVG 6
Rank #161 / 265
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 265

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 310 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Maple Crest Manor

100 Bolger Dr, Fayette, IA 52142
Overview of Maple Crest Manor

Maple Crest Manor, located in scenic Fayette, IA, is a premier provider of skilled nursing, assisted living, and memory care services. At this community, a dedicated and skilled team offers a variety of services to meet the needs of their residents, acknowledging that each resident has their individual needs and unique care requirements. The goal at Maple Crest Manor is to provide quality care and an active lifestyle in a home-like environment. This community goes beyond just basic care. Residents can enjoy engaging in a variety of activities like pet therapy, beauty services, and transportation services to make sure residents can attend all needed appointments. This focus on well-being ensures a fulfilling experience for all. Their ultimate goal is to create a comfortable and enriching environment where residents can truly feel at home. At Maple Crest Manor, a true community is built between residents and the devoted staff.

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Overview of Great River Care Center

Great River Care Center works two care types in McGregor, IA. Assisted living and skilled nursing fill 39 beds.

Assisted living covers the specific tasks of bathing, dressing, and medication, and otherwise leaves residents free to manage their own time and space. Skilled nursing brings licensed nursing into the building at all hours. Putting both under one roof means the heavier need is already addressed before a resident needs it, so growing needs do not force a move.

Thirty-nine beds make this a small community, and closer contact between staff and residents is what that means. Skilled nursing rehabilitation is named separately from the general rehabilitation services. The administrator here is Katyln Poots.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are all taken. Medicare picks up after a hospital discharge; Medicaid after savings run dry; and private pay is available for everyone from the start. A Walk Score of 43 means it’s a community in a car-dependent area, and most errands will need a car ride there and back.

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Overview of Ramsey Village Continuing Care

Situated in the welcoming town of Des Moines, IA, Ramsey Village Continuing Care is a respected senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, respite care, and rehabilitation services. A wide array of spacious and cozy accomodations are available including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom are available for its residents. With a competent and empathetic team, this community provides 24/7 care and support to ensure comfort and security within the place.

With its top-of-the-line amenities and services, residents can enjoy 3 well-balanced meals and snacks daily, community library, game room, and a parlor with a fireplace. Explore its beautifully made shared spaces such as the landscaped interior courtyard. Engage in life enrichment programs in the crafts and activity center to gain more knowledge and experiences. Meet new companions and create unforgettable memories together. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors can enjoy a glorious retirement with Ramsey Village Continuing Care.

Contact Ramsey Village Continuing Care

Overview of Trinity Center at Luther Park

Trinity Center at Luther Park operates out of Des Moines, IA, with memory care, independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and nursing home care on the license.

The services fall under independent living, and the daily care does not. What assisted living adds on top is help with dressing, bathing, and medication management. A wandering risk is addressed at the memory care level, secured and kept under watch.

Skilled nursing marks the tier where a licensed nurse has to do the work. With five care levels on one license, a growing need does not send anybody at Trinity Center at Luther Park looking elsewhere.

Across 120 beds, each resident’s daily nursing care works out to 4 hours and 39 minutes. A family has more than one route to settling the bill. There’s Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

A Walk Score of 91 makes the area a walker’s paradise, and daily errands require no car at all. Rehabilitation Services are named, and Religious Services with them. Christian Values and Spiritual Support are amenities named here.

Pets are allowed, and the administrator here is Rick Colby.

Contact Trinity Center at Luther Park

Overview of Ridgecrest Village

Ridgecrest Village opened recently in a three-story building on Northwest Boulevard in Davenport, Iowa, and is still filling out its 82-bed capacity. At 67% occupancy, with 55 of 82 beds filled, it is in the early stages of establishing its census. The average resident stay is 174 days, which puts it squarely in the territory of both post-acute rehab and longer-term skilled nursing.

Total nursing care runs close to four hours per resident per day, with registered nurses contributing 59 minutes of that directly. Nurse aides account for another 2 hours and 26 minutes. For families evaluating nursing coverage as a primary criterion, that’s a concrete number to work with.

The care model centers on rehabilitation and skilled nursing: short-term rehab, respite care, and 24-hour staffing are all confirmed services. Chef-prepared meals are served daily, and the activity calendar addresses varying resident interests. A spa, cafe, and garden round out the on-site amenities. The neighborhood is only somewhat walkable (Walk Score 41), so most outside trips will require transportation.

State inspections have focused primarily on medication management, infection control, dietary practices, and resident rights. The payment picture is straightforward: Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are all accepted.

For a facility still building its census, Ridgecrest Village offers a credible staffing foundation and a flexible payment base. It is most directly suited to residents seeking short-term post-acute rehabilitation or structured skilled nursing care in a newer building with a modest amenity set.

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Overview of Sunset Park Place

Affiliated with the Jaybird Senior Living group, Sunset Park Place is a senior living community in Dubuque, Iowa, offering assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Christian Jordan serves as the administrator. The two-story community has 101 beds. It has been serving residents for 24 years and is located about 3.6 miles from downtown Dubuque.

Residents can choose from one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans ranging from about 500 to nearly 1,000 square feet. The community currently has an occupancy rate of about 47%, giving families more room availability than communities operating closer to full capacity. The area has a Walk Score of 36, which is somewhat walkable. A few nearby errands can be completed on foot, but most trips require a car.

Residents have access to an on-site dining room, a full-service salon and barbershop, indoor lounges, and outdoor common areas. Transportation services, fitness and recreation programs, and organized activities are also offered here. The community welcomes pets, allowing residents to keep a companion animal during their stay. Residents in memory care receive support from caregivers with specialized training as part of the community’s dedicated memory care program.

The Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing conducts regular unannounced inspections of the community. Inspection reviews have covered routine compliance and procedures for incident reporting, documentation, and resident safety. More recent inspections found no concerns in these areas. Families considering Sunset Park Place may ask how these protocols are managed daily.

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Overview of Homestead of Mason City

Set in Mason City, IA, Homestead of Mason City is an inviting senior living community that specializes in assisted living. The community strives to create a comfortable living environment by offering compassionate assistance with daily living activities, medication management, and other supportive services residents may need. Safe and secure senior apartments come with housekeeping and maintenance services for a maintenance-free living experience.

In addition to round-the-clock care and support, residents are also offered a wide array of fun and engaging activities for their enrichment. Three home-cooked meals are served daily for each resident with accommodations for special dietary needs, ensuring an enjoyable dining experience. Amenities like a salon, on-site therapy room, and other healthcare services are also offered to make residents’ retirement more enjoyable.

Contact Homestead of Mason City

Overview of Allen Place Senior Living

An astounding senior living community settling in the tranquil neighborhood of 19th Street, Atlantic, IA, Allen Place Senior Living offers assisted living and respite care. Featuring beautifully designed and senior-friendly accommodations, the community strives to provide a safe place for seniors’ private moments. Keep your peace of mind with a competent and highly skilled team providing top-tier care and support around the clock.

Enrich your golden years with a jam-packed calendar of stimulating activities and enjoyable programs catering to all aspects of seniors’ well-being. Have the finest dining experience with the signature Elevate dining program of the community and satiate your cravings and dietary needs. Allen Place Senior Living is great for a relaxed and safe retirement with its incredible amenities and peaceful spaces.

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Overview of The Views of Cedar Rapids | RidgeView Assisted Living

The Views of Cedar Rapids | RidgeView Assisted Living provides assisted living and memory care in Cedar Rapids, IA. Assisted living offers help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident maintains their own living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, so the community may be a good fit for a person living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia.

The community has 88 beds, giving families a clear sense of its licensed residential capacity. Bella Curtis serves as the administrator.

The area has a Walk Score of 47 and is car-dependent, meaning most errands require a car or a ride. For a resident who no longer drives, routine trips outside the community would generally require transportation support.

Contact The Views of Cedar Rapids | RidgeView Assisted Living

Overview of Corridor Crossing Place

Corridor Crossing Place offers assisted living, memory care, residential care, and respite care in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for a resident at risk of wandering.

Respite care provides a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover. The community has 61 beds and private rooms, so each resident has a single private living space.

A Walk Score of 44 places the area in a car-dependent setting, meaning most errands require a car or a ride. Leah Fousek serves as the administrator, and the range of care options may suit a resident whose needs change over time.

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Iowa

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.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 310 assisted living facilities in Iowa. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Iowa?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Iowa, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Iowa?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.

Assisted Living in Iowa at a glance

Avg Monthly Cost: $5,500The average monthly cost across facilities in Iowa. 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: 45/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Iowa. 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: 73The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Iowa. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90