Page 5 of Best Assisted Living in Iowa

Overview of Melrose Meadows Retirement Community

Located in the heart of Iowa City, Melrose Meadows Retirement Community stands as a welcoming haven for seniors seeking assisted living. Offering a range of private senior apartments, this community provides a sanctuary where residents are free from the burdens of upkeep and monotony. With a reputation that shines brightly over the years, Melrose Meadows prides itself on transparency in its fee structure and offers a blend of independent and assisted living facilities.

Its strategic proximity to the University of Iowa hospitals and clinics ensures seamless access to world-class healthcare, supported by a dedicated on-site staff available around the clock. Amidst the vibrant energy of Iowa City, Melrose Meadows Retirement Community thrives as a place where seniors experience a fulfilling and supportive environment. Thoughtfully designed spaces create a sense of warmth and comfort, encouraging residents to embrace life to the fullest.

Share This Listing

Starting Price $4,010/Month Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

Administered by Jeremy Prior, Vintage Hills of Indianola is an assisted living community in Indianola, Iowa. The home about 1.6 miles from the city center serves residents seeking assisted living, memory care, or respite care. Operating for 16 years, the mid-sized, 90-bed community currently has a 46 percent occupancy rate.

The neighborhood surrounding Vintage Hills is car-dependent, with a Walk Score of 15, so a car is required for most errands. This setting fits occupants and families who prefer a more tranquil and residential part of town instead of a walkable urban area. Pets are welcome here, which can be a crucial consideration for residents wanting to bring their companions with them.

The Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing’s state inspections have documented isolated concerns involving staff documentation and medication administration practices over the facility’s operating history. The latest inspection found no regulatory insufficiencies, reflecting the home’s compliance with state safety standards.

Share This Listing

$3,850/Month Pricing updated on October 13th, 2026

Overview of Kennybrook Village

Kennybrook Village offers nursing home and skilled nursing care, along with assisted living, independent living, and memory care, in Grimes, IA. Nursing home and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps a private apartment, while independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Respite care is also available for short stays, which can suit a family caregiver who needs time to travel or recover. With several care levels in one community, Kennybrook Village may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to another community. Kennybrook Village opened in 2011 and has 68 beds, and Spencer VanSickel serves as the administrator.

Starting monthly rates are $3,040 for independent living, $5,640 for assisted living, and $7,900 for memory care, allowing families to compare the starting cost tied to each setting. Medicare and private pay are accepted. Medicare can apply to eligible short term skilled care, while private pay means paying directly for care.

Scheduled transportation covers medical appointments and activity outings within a fifteen mile radius, and rehabilitation services support recovery without arranging transportation elsewhere. Pets are allowed, so residents may bring a pet when moving in. A Walk Score of 70 means most errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still reach nearby shops, a pharmacy, or cafes independently.

Activities include card games, bingo, chair exercises, church services, movie nights, and off site outings, giving residents options for recreation, exercise, worship, and trips beyond the community.

Share This Listing

Starting Price $3,040/Month Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

Overview of Apple Valley Place

Apple Valley Place is an assisted living, memory care, and respite care community in Osage, IA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident keeps their own apartment, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care offers a short stay for a resident whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, making Apple Valley Place potentially suitable for families whose care needs may change over time.

Apple Valley Place has 78 beds. A Walk Score of 64 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach select nearby destinations independently. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to bring a pet when moving in. Sharina Winter serves as the administrator.

Aplington, IA, is home to Maple Manor Village, which runs assisted living, nursing home care, skilled nursing, hospice care, and respite care. Assisted living is where the daily tasks get help. Skilled nursing names the tier a resident reaches when nursing itself becomes the daily requirement.

Hospice care is the comfort work at the end of a life. Respite care is booked for the temporary relief of whoever usually does the caring.

Thirty-six beds make this a small building, offered as private or semi-private rooms, so a resident either has the room to themselves or shares it. Per resident per day, 3 hours and 32 minutes of nursing is what the staffing shows. At that size, staff and residents get to know one another.

Rehab-To-Home and short-term rehabilitation are both named, for the stay that is meant to end at the resident’s own front door. A Salon is on the amenity list, and walking paths cross the property. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay all go toward the bill, and Jordan Kampman is the administrator.

A resident whose needs shift finds the next level on the same list, and a family needing a few weeks of respite or rehab finds that here as well.

Overview of Calvin Community

Located in Des Moines, IA, Calvin Community is a skilled nursing community that offers memory care, assisted living, skilled care, and rehabilitation services. Licensed nurses also support skilled nursing, with 24-hour staffing available. With a wide range of care options, the community can accommodate a resident’s evolving needs without the need to move.

With 59 beds, the community’s size can support staff and residents getting to know each other under the leadership of Billy Meyers. Additionally, housing includes one-bed and two-bed layouts. The two-bed option can also suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion.

Through 24-hour staffing, staff are available at any time. Rehabilitation services are also available. Moreover, activity calendars and community events provide scheduled activities.

The community has a Walk Score of 61, placing it in the somewhat walkable band where some errands can be completed on foot. For a resident who no longer drives, certain nearby errands may be possible without a car, while other trips may still require transportation. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 39 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nurse staffing time allocated per resident.

Overview of Crown Pointe Estates Al Memory Care

Crown Pointe Estates Al Memory Care in Sioux Center, IA offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and nursing home and skilled nursing care. Independent living means private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision, and skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Having several care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving to a different level of care may not require leaving the community. The community has 32 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. Crown Pointe Estates Al Memory Care may be a good fit for someone who prefers a smaller community with multiple care levels.

Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 51 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time assigned to each resident. Private pay is accepted, so families use their own funds to pay for care. A Walk Score of 72 out of 100 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, allowing a resident who no longer drives to get out independently. Karen Bentsen serves as the administrator.

Overview of Cedar Ridge Village

Cedar Ridge Village, situated in the delightful West Des Moines, Iowa, provides a diverse range of senior living options, including independent living and assisted living including care for disabled adults. This community effortlessly combines elegance and comfort, with inviting spaces, high ceilings, and carefully chosen furnishings, ensuring an exceptional living experience for residents.

Residents here can engage in a variety of activities, from card games and book clubs to arts and crafts and movie nights. The community also organizes off site excursions, such as concerts, theater outings, museum visits, and more, enriching the lives of its residents. Their spacious apartments are thoughtfully designed to accommodate different care needs, offering tailored, top-tier services in a meticulously maintained environment. Count on Cedar Ridge Village for superior senior living options, whether you’re seeking assisted or independent living near you.

Share This Listing

Starting Price $3,280/Month Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

Specially designed to ease the challenges of senior living, Eiler Senior Living is a reliable senior living community in West Garfield Street, Clarinda, IA, offering assisted living. The community also offers respite care to provide temporary residence for seniors in need and families who require assistance. Committed to improving seniors’ welfare, the community ensures they receive unrivaled care and comfort in their daily living activities.

Celebrate milestones with various events that highlight residents’ interests and special events in their lives. Have a delightful dining experience with friends with delicious and nutritious meals catering to dietary needs and food preferences. Eiler Senior Living is a good place for seniors to spend their golden years without worries in its peaceful and inviting environment.

The Kensington in Fort Madison provides assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Fort Madison, IA. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident maintains an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care offers a short stay for a family caregiver who needs time to travel or recover.

The community has 91 beds and is 52% occupied, meaning just over half of its beds are occupied. Studio and one bedroom layouts are available. A studio provides one private space, while a one bedroom layout separates the sleeping and living areas. A Walk Score of 61 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, so a resident who can walk independently may be able to complete some errands on foot. Sarah Martin serves as the administrator.