Page 10 of Best Senior Communities in Iowa

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 512 senior communities in IA using IA Dept. of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing (DIAL) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank senior communities 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. 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. SC (Senior Communities):
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.
Newton Village INC
SC
AL
HOS
IL
MC
NH
SNF
West Newton
70?Yes 67 -6 52.9% 21-
Ruthven Community Care Center
SC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Ruthven
30?Yes 33 -24 100.0% 21-
Holy Spirit Retirement Home
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Sioux City
52?No 91 -27 28.8% 74-
Rotary Senior Living
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
RESC
Eagle Grove
40?No 24 Private Rooms7 77.5% 411
Bickford of West Des Moines
SC
AL
MC
West Des Moines
66A+Yes 59 Private Rooms27 54.5% 12157
Assisi Village by Stonehill
SC
AL
IL
MC
Dubuque
28A+Yes 12 1 Bed / 2 Bed5 50.0% 41-
Independence Village of Ankeny
SC
AL
MC
Ankeny (Prairie Trail)
20DYes 25 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed14 75.0% 892
Elm Crest Retirement Community
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Harlan
64-No 50 -32 39.1% 31-
Quartet – A Senior Living Village
SC
AL
MC
Bettendorf
64D-Yes 7 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed4 37.5% 62-
Journey Senior Services
SC
MC
Carroll
36-No 80 -8 61.1% 52-
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Newton Village INC

122 North 5Th Avenue West, Newton, IA 50208
Overview of Newton Village

Newton Village in Newton, Iowa, offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, hospice care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing. Independent living gives residents private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living helps with tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication management. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Hospice care supports residents who need end of life care. Respite care is available for a short term stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. With several care levels in one community, Newton Village may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving between care levels may be possible without leaving the community. Newton Village has 70 beds.

Medicare and private pay are accepted. Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay, rather than long term residence, while private pay lets a family pay directly. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 9 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident.

Landscaped gardens, patios, and walking paths give residents outdoor areas to use. A fitness center supports exercise, while the beauty salon and barber shop offer on site grooming services. Chef inspired meals are served in a communal dining setting, creating a shared place to eat, and pets are allowed. Skilled nursing rehabilitation for short term stays and long term care are available. A Walk Score of 67 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach certain nearby destinations independently. Dan Donohue serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Ruthven Community Care Center

Ruthven Community Care Center in Ruthven, Iowa, accommodates residents across nursing home care, assisted living, and independent living options. Assisted living plans help residents with routine tasks like dressing, bathing, and managing medications, while independent living offers private residential units paired with shared community amenities.

Administrator Rebecca Miner leads the 30-bed property. Daily nurse staffing records list 4 hours and 2 minutes per resident per day. Payment choices cover Medicare, Medicaid, and direct private pay. The residence allows pets, enabling individuals to keep their companion animals. Location metrics show a walk score of 33, indicating that neighborhood errands require driving or organized transportation.

Individuals exploring multi-level senior living options can reach out to Ruthven Community Care Center to learn about current vacancies, evaluate accepted funding sources, or arrange a property tour.

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Overview of Holy Spirit Retirement Home

Opened in 1999, Holy Spirit Retirement Home in Sioux City, IA, offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Along with support with daily tasks, residents receive ongoing clinical support from licensed nurses on-site. The community also provides specialized care for those living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.

With 52 beds, the community allows staff and residents to get to know each other. Residents also receive a total of 4 hours and 41 minutes of nursing care daily. Meanwhile, a Walk Score of 91 out of 100 places the area in the walker’s paradise band. This also suggests that daily errands do not require a car, so a resident who no longer drives can get out independently.

Rehabilitation services, spiritual life programming, and religious services are available for residents who need rehabilitation support or want to participate in spiritual activities. Payment options also include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families public and direct payment routes for eligible care.

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Overview of Rotary Senior Living

Find all the care you need with the astounding senior living community of Rotary Senior Living in Eagle Grove, IA, which offers an array of care options including assisted living, independent living, memory care, long-term care, and rehabilitation. With its dedication to delivering the highest quality of care and support, the community provides a team of licensed and well-trained professionals helping seniors with their needs 24/7. Families can also rest easy with the knowledge that their loved ones are well-cared for.

The community fosters a vibrant and welcoming environment, ensuring residents have the freedom to live as they please. Healthy and delicious meals await residents every mealtime for a delightful dining experience. Rotary Senior Living is great for seniors looking to enjoy their golden years in one place.

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Overview of Bickford of West Des Moines

Bickford of West Des Moines offers assisted living and memory care in West Des Moines, Iowa. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident has a private room. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Both care levels are available on one campus, so a resident whose needs grow can move from assisted living to memory care without leaving the community or starting over socially. That makes Bickford of West Des Moines a potential fit for someone whose care needs may change over time. The community has 66 beds and offers private rooms, giving each resident an individual room rather than shared accommodation.

Respite care provides a short stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Pets are allowed, so residents may keep a pet in the community, and salon services provide grooming on site. Dining includes homestyle food made from scratch. West Des Moines has a Walk Score of 59 out of 100 and is described as somewhat walkable, so some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to get out independently. Tesse Lester serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Assisi Village by Stonehill

Assisi Village, located in Dubuque, Iowa, aims to create a supportive and independent community for seniors, offering Assisted Living as the perfect choice for those seeking a balance between autonomy and assistance. The mission is to provide a welcoming environment where residents feel comfortable and content. A full-time Registered Nurse customizes programs, ensuring safety and independence. The community values individual needs, offering a continuum of care services and priority access to higher levels of assisted living care. 

Assisi Village boasts a range of amenities to enrich residents’ lives. With a compassionate staff available 24/7, personalized services include assistance with daily activities. Amenities include restaurant-style dining, daily mass, and wellness programs. The community provides social, educational, and cultural spaces, ensuring a vibrant and engaging environment. Residents enjoy access to a fully equipped Wellness Center, while the outdoor areas, including patio and gardens, contribute to a pleasant living experience at Assisi Village.

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Overview of Independence Village of Ankeny

Operating for 14 years, Independence Village of Ankeny is a small assisted living and memory care community in the Prairie Trail neighborhood of Ankeny, Iowa. About 2.3 miles from the city center, and with 20 beds arranged in a two-story building, the home offers an intimate residential setting where each occupant can receive personalized attention. The facility provides flexible housing options in studios and one and two-bedroom units, letting families select the layout that best suits their loved one’s preferences and lifestyle needs. It maintains a steady 70 percent occupancy rate, with 14 residents currently living on-site. This smaller scale fosters closer staff-resident relationships and a calmer environment versus larger communities, which captivates families wanting a more homely ambiance.

The neighborhood’s Walk Score is 25, so the location is somewhat walkable, with a few nearby services reachable on foot, though most errands need transportation. This setting suits residents and families who prefer a more serene and residential area. Independence Village’s approach encourages occupants to maintain independence wherever possible, helping them feel empowered and engaged with their surroundings. The pet-friendly community welcomes cats and dogs into spacious units, a major benefit for residents who find companionship and comfort in animals. Dining is chef-prepared with resident choice and attention to dietary restrictions, ensuring nutrition and enjoyment at each meal. Daily life includes activities tailored to stimulate the mind, body, and spirit, like movie nights and wellness events spanning manicures and mimosas. The facility provides 24-hour care and response services, 24/7 assistance with medication and mobility for occupants managing memory loss, and executive director Sydney Petersen’s personalized support.

A Better Business Bureau rating of A+ mirrors Independence Village of Ankeny’s business practices and complaint history.

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Overview of Elm Crest Retirement Community

Elm Crest Retirement Community offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing in Harlan, Iowa. Independent living provides a private living arrangement with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with everyday tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision, and skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Several care levels are available here. That may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time and who may be able to move between types of care without leaving the community. Elm Crest has 64 beds, giving families a clear sense of its licensed capacity.

Rehabilitation therapy is available through the community’s Skilled Care and Health Center, allowing residents to receive rehabilitation services within the community’s care offerings. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, and Leah Muhlbauer serves as the administrator. A Walk Score of 50 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach certain nearby destinations independently.

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Overview of Quartet – a Senior Living Village

Nestled in the charming city of Davenport, Iowa, Quartet Senior Living offers a unique and refreshing approach to senior living. With a focus on individuality and a celebration of personal interests, Quartet is a vibrant community that embraces carefree living, assisted living, and memory care services. 

At Quartet, residents can experience a life of breathtaking beauty, uncompromising quality, and complete comfort. The community is thoughtfully designed to provide inspiring spaces, gracious services, and a maintenance-free lifestyle. Quartet believes that senior living should be more than just a place to reside—it should be a fulfilling experience that is shaped by each resident’s unique interests and preferences. This community offers a range of living options, including assisted living and memory care, all within a framework of exceptional amenities and a commitment to providing a high standard of care and comfort. Discover a refreshing approach to senior living at Quartet. 

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Overview of Journey Senior Services

What the license carries at Journey Senior Services in Carroll, IA, is memory care. Supervision inside a secure setting is the arrangement, which is what dementia carrying a risk of wandering calls for.

Thirty-six beds puts this at the smaller end, so the people here get to be familiar faces. Specialized programming for memory loss is the named program, so activities are shaped around what memory loss asks for.

Very walkable is how the surrounding area is described, with 80 for a Walk Score behind it. Errands mostly stay on foot; Nancy Snyder is named as administrator.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    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.

  • 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 Senior Communities in Iowa

What is senior living?

Senior communities are residential settings designed for adults aged 55 or older, with options ranging from active independent living to assisted living and memory care.

How many senior communities are listed on this page?

This page features 512 senior communities in Iowa. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right senior community 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 senior communities 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.

Senior Communities in Iowa at a glance

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