Page 22 of Best Assisted Living in Iowa

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 311 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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
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.
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.
Arlington Place Oelwein
AL
IL
MC
RC
Oelwein
70
Facility 70
IA AVG 73
Rank #115 / 287
D-Yes
11
Facility 11
IA AVG 45
Rank #269 / 300
24
Facility 24
IA AVG 18
Rank #61 / 231
24.3%
Facility 24.3%
IA AVG 61.6%
Rank #256 / 261
3
7
Facility 7
IA AVG 6
Rank #189 / 263
1
Facility 1
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #178 / 263
Grand Haven Retirement Community Moments
AL
IL
MC
Eldridge
36
Facility 36
IA AVG 73
Rank #250 / 287
-Yes
58
Facility 58
IA AVG 45
Rank #92 / 300
19
Facility 19
IA AVG 18
Rank #102 / 231
38.9%
Facility 38.9%
IA AVG 61.6%
Rank #228 / 261
7
5
Facility 5
IA AVG 6
Rank #157 / 263
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 263
Oak Park Estates AL & Memory Care
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Cedar Falls
34
Facility 34
IA AVG 73
Rank #257 / 287
-No
78
Facility 78
IA AVG 45
Rank #31 / 300
6
Facility 6
IA AVG 18
Rank #182 / 231
97.1%
Facility 97.1%
IA AVG 61.6%
Rank #11 / 261
5
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 6
Rank #1 / 263
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 263
The Kindred House
AL
ADC
Ottumwa (Ottumwa Industrial Park)
62
Facility 62
IA AVG 73
Rank #149 / 287
-No
27
Facility 27
IA AVG 45
Rank #222 / 300
2
Facility 2
IA AVG 18
Rank #212 / 231
-1
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 6
Rank #1 / 263
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 263
Edencrest at Adel
AL
IL
MC
Adel
88
Facility 88
IA AVG 73
Rank #71 / 287
-No
60
Facility 60
IA AVG 45
Rank #83 / 300
1
Facility 1
IA AVG 18
Rank #221 / 231
-2
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 6
Rank #1 / 263
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 263
Colonial Manors of Columbus Community
AL
IL
NH
Columbus Junction
39
Facility 39
IA AVG 73
Rank #243 / 287
B+No
45
Facility 45
IA AVG 45
Rank #143 / 300
-
76.9%
Facility 76.9%
IA AVG 61.6%
Rank #82 / 261
13
2
Facility 2
IA AVG 6
Rank #74 / 263
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 263
Sunrise Hill Care Center
AL
IL
MC
NH
Traer
76
Facility 76
IA AVG 73
Rank #98 / 287
?No
45
Facility 45
IA AVG 45
Rank #143 / 300
-
69.7%
Facility 69.7%
IA AVG 61.6%
Rank #103 / 261
19
9
Facility 9
IA AVG 6
Rank #214 / 263
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 263
Gardens of Cedar Rapids
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Cedar Rapids
60
Facility 60
IA AVG 73
Rank #156 / 287
?Yes-
7
Facility 7
IA AVG 18
Rank #168 / 231
48.3%
Facility 48.3%
IA AVG 61.6%
Rank #176 / 261
3
2
Facility 2
IA AVG 6
Rank #74 / 263
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 263
Windsor Manor Nevada
AL
MC
Nevada
70
Facility 70
IA AVG 73
Rank #115 / 287
A+No
26
Facility 26
IA AVG 45
Rank #223 / 300
15
Facility 15
IA AVG 18
Rank #123 / 231
38.6%
Facility 38.6%
IA AVG 61.6%
Rank #232 / 261
7
6
Facility 6
IA AVG 6
Rank #176 / 263
4
Facility 4
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #240 / 263
Bickford of Fort Dodge
AL
MC
Fort Dodge
49
Facility 49
IA AVG 73
Rank #194 / 287
B+Yes
22
Facility 22
IA AVG 45
Rank #237 / 300
28
Facility 28
IA AVG 18
Rank #29 / 231
46.9%
Facility 46.9%
IA AVG 61.6%
Rank #185 / 261
9
10
Facility 10
IA AVG 6
Rank #225 / 263
5
Facility 5
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #247 / 263

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 311 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Arlington Place Oelwein

Arlington Place Oelwein operates a 70-bed senior housing property at 1101 3rd Street SW in Oelwein, Iowa. The multi-story complex utilizes an accessible layout with internal elevators, ensuring residents can access the dining room, private rooms, and shared social lounges without climbing stairs. The daily program spans independent living, assisted care, memory support, and short-term respite care.

The standard monthly routine incorporates prepared meals, scheduled card games, live music programs, and organized group trips into town. State regulatory inspection records indicate ongoing compliance challenges with employee training documentation and service record practices, while the current occupancy is 24 percent, with 17 residents.

The neighborhood carries a walkability score of 11 out of 100, signifying a car-dependent setting where visitors and staff require a vehicle for standard local errands. Prospective families seeking a quiet, small-town care setting can call the management office to request details on current floor plans.

Starting Price $500/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Grand Haven Retirement Community Moments

Grand Haven Retirement Community Moments offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Eldridge, IA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Because the community offers multiple care levels, it may be a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time and who may be able to move care levels without leaving the community.

The memory care program provides a secure setting and additional support for people with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. The community has 36 beds, and Daniel Collins serves as administrator. Pets are allowed, so a resident can keep a pet at the community. Scheduled transportation is available for planned trips.

A Walk Score of 58 is somewhat walkable, meaning some errands can be done on foot, giving a resident who no longer drives the option to handle some errands independently.

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Overview of Oak Park Estates Al & Memory Care

Oak Park Estates Al & Memory Care in Cedar Falls, Iowa, delivers assisted living, specialized memory care, end-of-life hospice services, and short-term respite stays. Assisted living assists with dressing, bathing, and medication management, while memory care provides a secure environment designed to prevent wandering. Respite care options accommodate short-term stays, giving family caregivers temporary relief.

Michelle Rasbeck directs this 34-bed community, which currently maintains a 97% occupancy rate. Amenities include on-site physical therapy, scheduled medical transportation, an in-house chef preparing daily meals, and a full-service beauty salon. Errand runs are feasible without a vehicle, reflected by a walk score of 78.

Prospective representatives looking into memory care or temporary respite services can contact Oak Park Estates Al & Memory Care to discuss open units or arrange a tour of the facility.

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The Kindred House

2824 N Ct St, Ottumwa, IA 52501
Overview of The Kindred House

Peacefully settled in the tranquil area of Ottumwa, IA, The Kindred House is a tight-knit senior living community that offers assisted living and adult day care services. The community is intentionally designed to accommodate only a select number of residents and guests, ensuring focused and attentive care. Residents can choose among beautifully designed studios and one-bedroom apartments with a kitchenette and walk-in shower and easy access to main services and amenities.

The community handles the laundry and housekeeping combined with the convenience of concierge services, ensuring residents are free of tedious chores and worries and have more time for enjoyment and relaxation. Chef-prepared meals that can be enjoyed in the vibrant dining area or delivered to the room are provided to ensure residents never miss out on their daily nourishment. Residents also enjoy access to a heated pool, on-site salon services, and a robust calendar of activities curated to the interests and strengths of the residents. At The Kindred House, they deeply understand the needs and goals of their residents and provide them with the support and services that help them achieve the experiences they desire.

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Overview of Edencrest at Adel

Edencrest at Adel offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Adel, Iowa. Independent living provides a private living space with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering. Having all three care levels in one community can allow a resident’s needs to grow over time without requiring a move.

Respite care is also available for short stays. This can suit a family caregiver who needs time to travel or recover. The community has 88 beds and private apartments, so residents have their own living space within the larger setting. Edencrest at Adel may be a good fit for someone who wants independent living, assisted living, memory care, or a short respite stay in one community.

Starting prices are $2,900 per month for independent living, $2,900 for assisted living, and $5,600 for memory care. The higher memory care rate reflects the secured setting and supervision required for that level of care, while the independent living and assisted living rates correspond to their different daily support needs. Costs begin at different levels.

Outdoor gardens and patios provide space to spend time outside on the property, while transportation options and outings offer scheduled trips without requiring residents to arrange each outing independently. A salon and spa room, along with a fitness center, provide on site places for personal care and exercise. Maria Pimentel serves as the administrator, and a Walk Score of 60 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot for a resident who wants to get out independently.

$2,900/Month Info Pricing updated on March 13th, 2026

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Overview of Colonial Manors of Columbus Community

Three levels of care fit inside 39 beds at Colonial Manors of Columbus Community in Columbus Junction, Iowa. Independent living is private living with community services attached and no daily care. Assisted living here means extra help with the daily things like getting dressed, bathing, and keeping up with medication. Nursing home care adds licensed nursing support at every hour of the day, so when a resident’s needs increase, they move up in care rather than having to move out.

Out of 39 beds, 30 were filled when the figure was taken. That comes to about 77 percent. In a place this small, the staff know the rhythms of the people they care for. They know who likes coffee at six in the morning and who prefers to skip it.

Nursing time averages 4 hours and 50 minutes per resident each day. Payment can be handled in different ways. Medicare covers short‑term skilled care after a hospital stay. Medicaid helps eligible residents whose savings cannot stretch far enough for a long stay. Private pay works too, with families covering costs directly.

The walk score is 45. That rating counts as somewhat walkable, which means most errands still call for a car or a ride. Sarah Hand serves as administrator.

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Overview of Sunrise Hill Care Center

Sunrise Hill Care Center is a nursing home in Traer, IA offering nursing care, assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Nursing care supports residents who require ongoing nursing attention, while assisted living provides help with daily tasks. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, and memory care provides a secured setting with supervision.

The combination of care types may be a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to another community. Sunrise Hill Care Center has 76 beds. Care and Rehab is a named program, and rehabilitation services are available for residents who need therapy as part of their care.

Total nurse staffing is 3h 56m per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nurse staffing time allocated to each resident. The community accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Daniel Larmore serves as administrator.

A Walk Score of 45 places the area in a car dependent setting, meaning most errands require a car or a ride. A resident who no longer drives would need one of those options for errands.

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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.

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Overview of Windsor Manor Nevada

Windsor Manor Nevada in Nevada, IA, offers assisted living and memory care services tailored to varying levels of support. Assisted living assists with daily routines such as bathing, dressing, and managing medication. Memory care delivers dedicated oversight within a secured environment to protect individuals prone to wandering.

Featuring 70 beds, the community operates at a 39% occupancy rate. Staffing remains available on site 24 hours a day to handle resident needs at any hour. Additional services include rehabilitation therapy to aid functional maintenance or recovery, alongside non-emergency transportation assistance for off-site trips.

Care stays can be funded privately, and temporary respite care options allow primary caregivers to schedule time away for personal recovery or travel.

Prospective representatives seeking local senior living options or short-term respite care can contact Windsor Manor Nevada to ask about current openings or arrange a tour.

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Overview of Bickford of Fort Dodge

Bickford of Fort Dodge is an assisted living and memory care community in Fort Dodge, IA. Assisted living provides help with daily activities such as grooming and medication management, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having both care levels in one community may suit a resident whose care needs grow over time.

The 49 bed community is smaller in scale, giving staff and residents the opportunity to get to know each other. Christine Beagle serves as the administrator. Residents can receive grooming through salon services without leaving the community, and the secure courtyard provides an outdoor area within it. Montessori Memory Care is also available. Pets are allowed, so a resident can live with a pet.

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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