Page 27 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. 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.
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.
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.
Monticello Nursing & Rehab Center
AL
NH
RC
SNF
Monticello
75
Facility 75
IA AVG 73
Rank #102 / 289
B+No
74
Facility 74
IA AVG 45
Rank #41 / 302
68.0%
Facility 68.0%
IA AVG 61.5%
Rank #113 / 259
32
14
Facility 14
IA AVG 6
Rank #245 / 265
Rehabilitation Center of Belmond
AL
HOS
IL
NH
SNF
Ne Belmond
52
Facility 52
IA AVG 73
Rank #184 / 289
?No
60
Facility 60
IA AVG 45
Rank #83 / 302
88.3%
Facility 88.3%
IA AVG 61.5%
Rank #36 / 259
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Golden Age Care Center
AL
NH
SNF
Centerville
46
Facility 46
IA AVG 73
Rank #204 / 289
B+No
66
Facility 66
IA AVG 45
Rank #64 / 302
87.0%
Facility 87.0%
IA AVG 61.5%
Rank #42 / 259
24
8
Facility 8
IA AVG 6
Rank #214 / 265
Madrid Home for the Aging
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Madrid
64
Facility 64
IA AVG 73
Rank #140 / 289
?Yes
52
Facility 52
IA AVG 45
Rank #111 / 302
84.4%
Facility 84.4%
IA AVG 61.5%
Rank #64 / 259
19
8
Facility 8
IA AVG 6
Rank #188 / 265
Emmetsburg Care Center
AL
HOS
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Emmetsburg
46
Facility 46
IA AVG 73
Rank #204 / 289
C-No
63
Facility 63
IA AVG 45
Rank #74 / 302
90.0%
Facility 90.0%
IA AVG 61.5%
Rank #28 / 259
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West Bend Health and Rehabilitation
AL
MC
NH
SNF
West Bend
130
Facility 130
IA AVG 73
Rank #28 / 289
DNo
41
Facility 41
IA AVG 45
Rank #165 / 302
62.7%
Facility 62.7%
IA AVG 61.5%
Rank #116 / 259
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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
83.0%
Facility 83.0%
IA AVG 61.5%
Rank #55 / 259
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Concord Care Center
AL
NH
SNF
Garner
46
Facility 46
IA AVG 73
Rank #204 / 289
?No
46
Facility 46
IA AVG 45
Rank #141 / 302
84.8%
Facility 84.8%
IA AVG 61.5%
Rank #48 / 259
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Westview Acres Care Center
AL
NH
RC
SNF
Lorraine Leon
46
Facility 46
IA AVG 73
Rank #204 / 289
A-No
53
Facility 53
IA AVG 45
Rank #107 / 302
80.4%
Facility 80.4%
IA AVG 61.5%
Rank #84 / 259
19
5
Facility 5
IA AVG 6
Rank #161 / 265
Parkview Home
AL
HOS
NH
RESC
RC
SNF
Jackson Wayland
34
Facility 34
IA AVG 73
Rank #259 / 289
?No
22
Facility 22
IA AVG 45
Rank #238 / 302
73.5%
Facility 73.5%
IA AVG 61.5%
Rank #15 / 259
13
3
Facility 3
IA AVG 6
Rank #58 / 265

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Overview of Monticello Nursing & Rehab Center

Monticello Nursing & Rehab Center operates in Monticello, Iowa, providing skilled nursing, assisted living, and short-term respite care. The assisted living component aids residents with personal routines like bathing and dressing, whereas skilled nursing handles higher medical needs. On-site short-term rehabilitation gives individuals access to therapy programs directly within the facility during recovery.

Occupancy spans up to 75 beds under administrator Nickolas Gentzler. Registered nurses and care team members provide an average of 3 hours and 50 minutes of nurse staffing per resident each day. Financial choices cover Medicare for qualifying rehabilitative stays, Medicaid for ongoing assistance, and private payment. Outside the building, a 74 walk score marks a location where most routine errands are accessible on foot.

Prospective residents can get in touch with Monticello Nursing & Rehab Center to review available accommodations, set up a visit, and explore program options.

Contact Monticello Nursing & Rehab Center

Overview of Rehabilitation Center of Belmond

With a 52-bed capacity, Rehabilitation Center of Belmond offers nursing home, assisted living, hospice care, independent living, and skilled nursing in Belmond, Iowa. Residents have access to care with licensed nurses on-site, as well as 24-hour staffing. The community also provides comfort and symptom management for terminally ill residents.

Occupancy is at 88.3%, with an average length of stay of 130 days. Moreover, residents receive a total of 3 hours and 39 minutes of nursing care daily. Rehabilitation services also provide therapy on-site, so a resident can receive recovery support without arranging transportation elsewhere.

A private family gathering room gives residents and visitors a designated space for family time. The community also accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families those payment pathways for covered or privately funded care. Its Walk Score is 60 out of 100, meaning some errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to handle certain outings by themselves.

Contact Rehabilitation Center of Belmond

Golden Age Care Center

1915 South 18Th Street, Centerville, IA 52544-3199
Overview of Golden Age Care Center

You will find three levels of care at Golden Age Care Center in Centerville, IA, namely assisted living, nursing home care, and skilled nursing. On the assisted living side, a resident keeps a private space and gets help with personal routines, including medication.

Rehab to Home is a program for someone whose goal after rehabilitation is getting back home, and Intermediate Care is on the same service list. Medicare pays for the short skilled stretch after a hospital stay, not for long-term residence. Medicaid comes in when savings won’t cover a long stay, and private pay is the third route.

At 46 beds, the home is on the smaller side. Over a day, nursing staff give each resident 4 hours and 42 minutes on average. The area is somewhat walkable, scoring 66 on Walk Score, and Patrisha Smith heads the home as administrator.

Contact Golden Age Care Center

Overview of Madrid Home for the Aging

Madrid Home for the Aging offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and nursing care, including skilled nursing, in Madrid, IA. Independent living means private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living provides help with tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Skilled nursing brings licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Several care levels are available within the community. A resident whose needs grow over time may be able to remain here rather than move to a different community. The 64 bed home may also suit someone seeking a setting with multiple levels of support. Its Memory Support program is a specifically named service for residents receiving memory care, and rehabilitation services are available for residents who need recovery or functional support.

Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to bring a pet when moving in. The community accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families several listed ways to cover care. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 25 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated per resident. A Walk Score of 52 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, meaning some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to complete some outings independently. Rick Colby serves as the administrator.

Contact Madrid Home for the Aging

Overview of Emmetsburg Care Center

Emmetsburg Care Center in Emmetsburg, Iowa, accommodates residents needing assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, hospice care, and respite options. Assisted living assists with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and medication administration while preserving apartment-style living. Memory care units utilize secured environments for individuals prone to wandering, whereas short-term respite stays support primary caregivers requiring temporary time away. Hospice programs focus on comfort for those managing life-limiting conditions.

Operating as a 46-bed facility, the location incorporates dedicated physical rehabilitation programs alongside a specialized Rehab to Home initiative designed to prepare individuals for returning home. Nurse staffing averages 4 hours and 8 minutes per resident on a daily basis. The campus holds a walk score of 63, situating it near neighborhood areas where select errands can be handled on foot. Accepted payment methods encompass Medicare, Medicaid, and direct private payment.

Individuals exploring long-term residency or rehabilitation services can contact Emmetsburg Care Center directly to discuss current room openings, schedule a walk-through, or learn about admission requirements.

Contact Emmetsburg Care Center

Overview of West Bend Health and Rehabilitation

West Bend Health and Rehabilitation provides nursing home, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing in West Bend, IA. Assisted living helps residents with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while they keep their own living space. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, so a resident whose needs grow may be able to receive a higher level of care without changing communities.

The community has 130 beds, placing it in the mid sized range without indicating a particular level of personal interaction or programming. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 13 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident. An on staff doctor and staffing around the clock provide medical and staff coverage throughout the day and night. In house therapy lets a resident receive rehabilitation without arranging transportation to an outside location, and the Stay Active program is available as a named community program.

Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families several ways to cover eligible care or services. A Walk Score of 41 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. Someone who no longer drives would generally need transportation for errands outside the community.

Contact West Bend Health and Rehabilitation

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.

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Overview of Concord Care Center

Concord Care Center provides assisted living accommodations and comprehensive nursing home care in Garner, Iowa. Assisted living services support residents with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and medication administration while preserving independence in private apartment settings.

The 46-bed facility offers a close-knit environment where residents receive focused attention. Staffing records show an average of 4 hours and 3 minutes of direct daily nursing care per resident. Rehabilitation offerings feature short-term care, outpatient therapy, and dedicated Rehab to Home programs designed to help individuals transition safely back to their own residences. Amenities include an on-site beauty salon, barber shop, and private spaces for family gatherings.

A walk score of 46 indicates that most local errands require driving, and accepted financial options include Medicare, Medicaid, and direct private pay.

Individuals exploring long-term nursing support or assisted living options can reach out to Concord Care Center to learn about unit availability, confirm financial arrangements, or view the grounds.

Contact Concord Care Center

Overview of Westview Acres Care Center

Westview Acres Care Center is a nursing home in Leon, IA offering assisted living, respite care, and skilled nursing. Assisted living includes help with dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps a private apartment. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time to travel or recover.

Opened in 1966, the community has 46 beds. Its smaller size may suit someone who prefers a setting where staff and residents get to know each other. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 34 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated to each resident. Rose Saxton serves as the administrator.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several listed ways to cover care. Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay, while Medicare can cover short-term skilled care after a hospital stay. A Walk Score of 53 out of 100 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, where some errands can be completed on foot. A resident who no longer drives may therefore be able to manage certain trips independently.

Contact Westview Acres Care Center

Parkview Home

102 North Jackson, Wayland, IA 52654-0038
Overview of Parkview Home

Parkview Home provides assisted living, residential care, nursing home and skilled nursing care, hospice care, and respite care in Wayland, IA. Assisted living and residential care offer a residential setting with support for daily needs, while nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Hospice care supports residents receiving end-of-life care, and respite care offers a short stay for a family caregiver who needs time away. The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to a different community.

Parkview Home opened in 1961 and has 34 beds. It is a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other. Total nurse staffing is 3h 54m per resident/day, representing the daily nurse staffing time associated with each resident. Medication monitoring, nutritional and dietary counseling, and rehabilitation programs provide medication oversight, dietary guidance, and structured recovery support within the community.

A salon gives residents access to grooming services within the community. Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted, with Medicaid helping families whose savings may not cover a long stay. Medicare applies to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence. Ron Semler serves as the administrator.

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

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  • 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