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| Oaknoll Retirement Residence | AL IL NH | Iowa City (Roosevelt) | 70
Facility
70
IA AVG
71
Rank
#156 / 407 | No |
33
Facility
33
IA AVG
45
Rank
#344 / 528 | Private Rooms | 49
Facility
49
IA AVG
19
Rank
#13 / 282 |
81.4%
Facility
81.4%
IA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#111 / 379 | - | 12 | 2
Facility
2
IA AVG
7
Rank
#57 / 348 | 1
Facility
1
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#250 / 348 |
| Mill Pond | AL IL MC NH SNF | Ankeny | 60
Facility
60
IA AVG
71
Rank
#214 / 407 | Yes |
16
Facility
16
IA AVG
45
Rank
#439 / 528 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 23
Facility
23
IA AVG
19
Rank
#107 / 282 |
98.3%
Facility
98.3%
IA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#14 / 379 | - | 16 | 5
Facility
5
IA AVG
7
Rank
#158 / 348 | 1
Facility
1
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#250 / 348 |
| Green Hills Retirement Community | AL IL MC NH SNF | Ames (Hamilton Drive) | 56
Facility
56
IA AVG
71
Rank
#234 / 407 | Yes |
18
Facility
18
IA AVG
45
Rank
#430 / 528 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 40
Facility
40
IA AVG
19
Rank
#24 / 282 |
78.6%
Facility
78.6%
IA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#130 / 379 | - | 11 | 2
Facility
2
IA AVG
7
Rank
#57 / 348 | 3
Facility
3
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#298 / 348 |
| Friendship Village | AL IL MC NH SNF | Waterloo | 72
Facility
72
IA AVG
71
Rank
#143 / 407 | No |
52
Facility
52
IA AVG
45
Rank
#202 / 528 | 2 Bed / 3 Bed | 50
Facility
50
IA AVG
19
Rank
#8 / 282 |
91.7%
Facility
91.7%
IA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#50 / 379 | - | 17 | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
7
Rank
#1 / 348 | 3
Facility
3
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#298 / 348 |
| Maple Ridge Assisted Living | AL NH | Mt Ayr (Mount Ayr) | 24
Facility
24
IA AVG
71
Rank
#398 / 407 | No |
13
Facility
13
IA AVG
45
Rank
#452 / 528 | Private / Shared Rooms | 24
Facility
24
IA AVG
19
Rank
#98 / 282 | - | - | 7 | 1
Facility
1
IA AVG
7
Rank
#31 / 348 | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#1 / 348 |
| Cedar Ridge Village | AL IL NH SNF | West Des Moines (Heritage Bend) | 40
Facility
40
IA AVG
71
Rank
#325 / 407 | Yes |
5
Facility
5
IA AVG
45
Rank
#488 / 528 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 8
Facility
8
IA AVG
19
Rank
#202 / 282 |
95.0%
Facility
95.0%
IA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#24 / 379 | A+ | 15 | 3
Facility
3
IA AVG
7
Rank
#93 / 348 | 1
Facility
1
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#250 / 348 |
| The Views of Marion | AL MC NH SNF | Marion | 60
Facility
60
IA AVG
71
Rank
#214 / 407 | No |
37
Facility
37
IA AVG
45
Rank
#315 / 528 | Private Rooms | 7
Facility
7
IA AVG
19
Rank
#211 / 282 |
48.3%
Facility
48.3%
IA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#282 / 379 | - | 4 | 1
Facility
1
IA AVG
7
Rank
#31 / 348 | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#1 / 348 |
| Calvin Community | AL NH IL MC | Des Moines (Beaverdale) | 59
Facility
59
IA AVG
71
Rank
#226 / 407 | No |
61
Facility
61
IA AVG
45
Rank
#145 / 528 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 1
Facility
1
IA AVG
19
Rank
#268 / 282 |
93.2%
Facility
93.2%
IA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#42 / 379 | - | 17 | 2
Facility
2
IA AVG
7
Rank
#57 / 348 | 3
Facility
3
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#298 / 348 |
| Independence Village of Waukee | AL NH IL MC SNF | Waukee | 34
Facility
34
IA AVG
71
Rank
#373 / 407 | Yes |
38
Facility
38
IA AVG
45
Rank
#305 / 528 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 15
Facility
15
IA AVG
19
Rank
#164 / 282 |
41.2%
Facility
41.2%
IA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#332 / 379 | - | 12 | 2
Facility
2
IA AVG
7
Rank
#57 / 348 | 3
Facility
3
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#298 / 348 |
| Corridor Crossing Place | AL MC RESC RC | Cedar Rapids (Southwest Area) | 61
Facility
61
IA AVG
71
Rank
#210 / 407 | No |
44
Facility
44
IA AVG
45
Rank
#269 / 528 | Private Rooms | 31
Facility
31
IA AVG
19
Rank
#42 / 282 | - | - | 9 | 6
Facility
6
IA AVG
7
Rank
#187 / 348 | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#1 / 348 |
| Amelia Senior Living | AL | Council Bluffs (Ferndale) | 62
Facility
62
IA AVG
71
Rank
#202 / 407 | Yes |
2
Facility
2
IA AVG
45
Rank
#500 / 528 | Studio / 1 Bed | 31
Facility
31
IA AVG
19
Rank
#42 / 282 |
61.3%
Facility
61.3%
IA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#218 / 379 | A+ | 10 | 2
Facility
2
IA AVG
7
Rank
#57 / 348 | 1
Facility
1
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#250 / 348 |
| Edencrest at The Tuscany | AL IL MC RC | Altoona | 40
Facility
40
IA AVG
71
Rank
#325 / 407 | Yes |
14
Facility
14
IA AVG
45
Rank
#444 / 528 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 5
Facility
5
IA AVG
19
Rank
#232 / 282 |
92.5%
Facility
92.5%
IA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#44 / 379 | - | 7 | 4
Facility
4
IA AVG
7
Rank
#131 / 348 | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#1 / 348 |
| Independence Village of Ames | AL MC RC | Ames | 30
Facility
30
IA AVG
71
Rank
#390 / 407 | No |
51
Facility
51
IA AVG
45
Rank
#213 / 528 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 25
Facility
25
IA AVG
19
Rank
#87 / 282 |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
IA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#1 / 379 | A+ | 21 | 11
Facility
11
IA AVG
7
Rank
#279 / 348 | 2
Facility
2
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#281 / 348 |
| Thornton Heights Assisted Living | AL NH | Lansing (Main Street) | 26
Facility
26
IA AVG
71
Rank
#397 / 407 | No |
14
Facility
14
IA AVG
45
Rank
#444 / 528 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 22
Facility
22
IA AVG
19
Rank
#120 / 282 | - | - | 7 | 1
Facility
1
IA AVG
7
Rank
#31 / 348 | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#1 / 348 |
| Northridge Village | AL IL MC NH SNF | Ames (Somerset) | 38
Facility
38
IA AVG
71
Rank
#352 / 407 | Yes |
44
Facility
44
IA AVG
45
Rank
#269 / 528 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 10
Facility
10
IA AVG
19
Rank
#189 / 282 |
94.7%
Facility
94.7%
IA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#28 / 379 | A | 15 | 3
Facility
3
IA AVG
7
Rank
#93 / 348 | 2
Facility
2
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#281 / 348 |
Take in the beauty of Pleasant Hill, IA, with the astounding senior living community of Edencrest at Pleasant Hill, which provides assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Here, residents are well-cared for, with a kind and highly trained team attending to their needs and aspirations 24/7. Promoting a bright and friendly environment, the community strives to provide a haven where residents are comfortable and well-cared for.
Alongside cozy amenities and pet-friendly spaces, a robust calendar of events and activities is also conducted for residents to make the most out of their days. Delight with delectable and healthy meals for the finest dining experience. Residents create unforgettable moments with the community’s warmth and dedication.
Enjoy care and support like no other with the distinguished senior living community of Edencrest at Kettlestone in Waukee, Iowa, offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Residents can rest assured of living their lives to the fullest with a care team caring for their needs and aspirations 24/7. Housekeeping and laundry are also handled by the community to provide residents more time to do the things they love.
A meticulously curated calendar of events and programs is orchestrated to encourage residents to live an active and well-connected lifestyle. Here, residents have delightful dining experiences with healthy and delicious meals catering to their dietary needs and tastes. Surrounded by scenic trails and a quiet neighborhood, the community creates an ideal setting for a wondrous retirement.
Backed by more than three decades of gold-standard service, Holland Farms Senior Living is one of Agemark Senior Living’s heralded communities, located in Norwalk, Iowa. Surrounded by beautiful views of the Echo Valley Country Club and Des Moines skyline, Holland Farms provides a peaceful and scenic environment for memory care, independent and assisted senior living.
Featuring an impressive range of top-class amenities, spend your golden years in the comfort of cozy, fully-equipped living quarters, savor a delectable meal at elegantly designed dining rooms or take a relaxing stroll along the lush walking trails. Immerse yourself in the library, mingle with the community in dedicated areas for special events, movie screenings, and classes, or pamper yourself with an in-house salon for hair care, manicures, and pedicures. Enjoy all these and more, without worrying about daily activities or medical assistance thanks to an expert staff that’s always there to lend a warm, helping hand. Live life to the fullest, safest, and in the utmost comfort, at Holland Farms.
Bickford of Sioux City presents a warm and welcoming home for its residents of assisted living and memory care. Regardless of what kind of living option you are in, management and staff are guaranteed to provide resort-like accommodations with exceptional hospitality. The cozy home offers an environment where the holistic wellness of seniors is met. Bickford of Davenport strives to provide a comfortable lifestyle of everyday living for its assisted living seniors, making it an ideal place to call a new home.
An assisted living with memory care community expects Bickford’s management to promote its residents’ independence while receiving full daily support, housekeeping, transportation, individualized memory care training, and medication management.
Valley View Village 2571 is a high-standard nursing home in Des Moines, IA, that offers a wide range of care options, from independent living to rehabilitation. Promoting a welcoming environment, the community strives to maintain connections for older adults’ happiness and wellness. Delicious dining, recreational activities, and pet-friendly spaces are among the community’s unique features that make it an ideal retirement destination. With its dedication to residents’ welfare, personalized care plans are crafted to meet their healthcare needs and lifestyle preferences.
Hobby groups, fun excursions, and spiritual activities are just some of the activities that residents can join for leisure and wellness. The community also features a variety of amenities, including a library, well-maintained gardens, and walking paths, dedicated to enriching residents’ living experiences. As a community of its own, Valley View Village has all the local amenities needed for residents’ needs and leisure. This retirement community is one of Iowa’s finest choices for senior living, especially for its wide range of care options and extensive amenities.
Committed to enhancing seniors’ quality of life, Elm Crest Senior Living Community is a distinct senior living community set in the harmonious city of Harlan, IA, providing a wide array of living options such as assisted living, independent living, memory care, health center, and rehabilitation therapy services. The community doubles its efforts to foster a warm and welcoming environment for seniors to make the most out of their days in beautifully designed and cozy one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments. Receive top-notch care and support from a reliable and highly qualified team and live a glorious retirement without worries with Elm Crest.
With over 65 years of experience in helping seniors, Elm Crest continuously provides the finest experience to create wonderful moments. Moreover, the community meticulously crafts care plans that best fit residents’ unique needs and preferences to ensure they are well-cared for. Surrounded by refreshing spaces and placed near hospitals, Elm Crest provides easy access to medical needs and the utmost comfort that seniors deserve.
Considerably one of the trusted senior living communities in the city, Woodlands Creek offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care lifestyle in a warm and welcoming environment for the residents– making them feel right at home. The retirement home strives in promoting an engaging social life for the seniors to create endless possibilities for them as well as develop meaningful relationships that blossom into wonderful memories. Woodlands is the home where people and interests are mattered and cared for.
The resident lifestyle of independent living seniors is focused on maintaing an active lifestyle by offering them a range of scheduled activities. Assisted living levels of care offer a range of services focused on the individualized and personal care needs of its residents: transportation, a geriatric physician, and a 24/7 nursing staff– the same goes for the memory care unit.
The Summit at Bettendorf is a well-regarded retirement community in Bettendorf, IA, that offers a wide range of care options, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, long-term care, and rehabilitation. The community also features a variety of thoughtfully furnished floor plans in a nurturing and home-like environment, ensuring older adults can feel at home during their stay. With chef-prepared meals, 24-hour care, and wellness programs, residents can maintain their independence with ease. Dedicated to improving residents’ quality of life, the community provides exceptional care tailored to their needs and preferences.
Lectures, light physical activities, and resident clubs help residents have fun and continue learning. Residents can also interact with friends and lounge, as state-of-the-art amenities, like the rooftop bar, salon, and walking paths, are available. Set in the quiet neighborhood of Bettendorf, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. With its exceptional quality of care, this retirement community is a great choice for senior living in Iowa.
Edencrest at the Legacy sits in Norwalk, Iowa, and it covers a lot of ground for one address. Anna Austin administers the property; and it’s got assisted living, independent living, memory care, respite care, all under one roof. That matters if you’re trying to plan for a parent whose needs might shift in a year or two, not just where they are today.
The building itself is two stories and holds 80 beds. It opened 8 years ago, so it’s not brand new but it’s not ancient either. Right now about 28 of those beds are occupied, which works out to 35% occupancy.
Housing comes in studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom layouts, so there’s some flexibility in space. The neighborhood itself isn’t especially walkable. Walk Score puts it at 29, meaning a handful of things might be within walking distance but most trips need a car.
That’s where the on-site transportation service actually earns its keep. If getting around on foot isn’t realistic, having a way to get to appointments without relying on family every time changes the day-to-day math.
Fitness and recreation are available in-house too, and the community accepts pets, which is not nothing if your loved one has a dog or cat they’re not willing to leave behind.
Edencrest at the Legacy is a community built for continuity. Someone could move in needing minimal support and stay through a transition to memory care without switching addresses, with transportation and recreation filling in the gaps a car-dependent neighborhood leaves behind.
Boyson Heights Senior Living is the premier independent living, assisted living, and memory care home in Cedar Rapids that offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere while ensuring a kind of service where residents are treated like family; they create an environment that strives to provide compassionate and loving care to seniors. Boyson Heights encourages its residents to live a life of independence by making important lifestyle choices based on their personal preferences.
Boyson Heights offers a range of amenities and services that make everyday living easier and more comfortable; community features include a library, wellness center, common areas, and lounge areas, housekeeping and laundry, transportation, and all around 24/7 care.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these assisted living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
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 333 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.













