Page 16 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. 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. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving. 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.
Windmill Manor
SC
MC
NH
SNF
Coralville
120B-No 14 -22 92.5% 29101
Lutheran Living Senior Campus
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Muscatine
155?No 82 -- 80.6% 2815-
Tower Living Center
SC
AL
IL
Garnavillo
7A+No 30 -19 42.9% 22-
Edencrest at Riverwoods
SC
AL
IL
MC
RC
Des Moines (Woodside Park)
80AYes 35 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed12 40.0% 994
Arlington Place of Grundy Center
SC
AL
MC
RC
Grundy Center
80B-Yes 32 -25 45.0% 631
Independence Village of Pella
SC
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
Pella
14CYes 21 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed23 35.7% 587
Bickford of Ames
SC
AL
Ames (Somerset)
49C-Yes 45 Studio27 59.2% 9144
Independence Village of Waukee
SC
AL
IL
MC
Waukee
34D-Yes 38 1 Bed / 2 Bed15 41.2% 523
Bickford of Urbandale
SC
AL
MC
Urbandale
73D-Yes 28 -26 53.4% 1071
Cottage Grove Place – Connections
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Cedar Rapids
36-Yes 56 -7 38.9% 53-
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Overview of Windmill Manor

Nestled in Coralville, Iowa, Windmill Manor shines as a beacon of exceptional skilled nursing services. Their extensive medical offerings range from long-term care to outpatient services, respite care, and hospice care, with a team of dedicated professionals providing 24-hour nursing support. Residents benefit from the expertise of a registered dietitian and regular physician visits, ensuring comprehensive well-being. This secure community is further enhanced by its picturesque gardens, offering a haven for seniors seeking a serene yet engaging lifestyle.

Here, residents enjoy both security and freedom in a thoughtfully designed environment, where airy surroundings blend seamlessly with safety measures. With the option of private or companion suites, and a range of social and recreational activities, including a remarkable geriatric nutritional program, Windmill Manor creates a holistic living experience. This exceptional community doesn’t just promise excellence – it’s backed by the positive reviews and strong reputation that reflect its commitment to top-tier care and support.

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Overview of Lutheran Living Senior Campus

Lutheran Living Senior Campus operates in Muscatine, Iowa, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing. Active residents in independent living access community amenities without daily assistance, whereas assisted living provides assistance with bathing, dressing, and medication management. Memory care features a secured layout to support individuals with cognitive needs, and rehabilitation programs assist short-term recovery.

Situated in an area with an 82 walk score, the campus sits in a walkable neighborhood where routine errands can be completed on foot. Overall capacity stands at 155 beds under administrator Mike Wenzel. Staffing records show an average of 4 hours and 25 minutes of daily nurse coverage per resident. Payment choices cover Medicare and private pay options.

Interested individuals can get in touch with Lutheran Living Senior Campus to explore available care options, set up a campus tour, or discuss room availability.

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Overview of Tower Living Center

Experience a worry-free retirement at Tower Living Center, an idyllic retreat in Garnavillo, IA, offering assisted living. Residents do not have to worry about their daily living activities and personal needs with a kind and highly trained team available 24/7. With its nurturing and welcoming environment, residents are guaranteed the utmost comfort and safety.

Residents will not run out of things to do for leisure and wellness with a jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to, with delicious and well-balanced dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. The community is ideal for those needing assistance to live comfortably in their golden years, especially with its dedicated services and well-maintained amenities.

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Edencrest at Riverwoods

2210 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320
Overview of Edencrest at Riverwoods

Ideally set in the tranquil neighborhood of East Park Avenue, Des Moines, IA, is the reliable senior living community of Edencrest at Riverwoods that provides assisted living and memory care. Experience the highest quality of care and support with a compassionate and responsible team caring for residents’ needs and preferences around the clock. Featuring different levels of care for individuals with dementia and other memory-related needs, the community promotes a vibrant and welcoming environment where residents thrive.

Elevate your retirement with fun recreation and wellness programs, highlighting your interests and strengths. Delightful and healthy meals are also provided to foster comfort and meet dietary needs. With beautiful courtyards and pet-friendly spaces, residents enjoy a peaceful and happy retirement.

$2,900/Month

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Overview of Arlington Place of Grundy Center

Arlington Place of Grundy Center is an elegant home that is built based on the convenience and comfort of its residents. The services provided and designed in the community call on its residents to expand their vibrant social lives.  Management aims to raise the standard for assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Iowa. Edencrest is one of the trusted homes in the city that many families have gone to. 
Arlington Place’s a service based on convenience and flexibility; they want their residents to do more and think less at the same time– do more of what they love, and think less of the small stressful activities like housekeeping and laundry.

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Overview of Independence Village of Pella

Situated in Pella, IA, Independence Village of Pella is a reliable senior living community that offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. The community features an array of beautifully designed accommodations, ranging from studios to one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments, providing a comfortable living space to residents. Care needs are fully met with personalized care plans and professionally trained employees available 24/7 to provide care and assistance.

There’s no shortage of enriching things to do with a vibrant calendar of activities, events, and programs offered by the community. Dining experience is improved with chef-prepared meals that are carefully curated to satisfy unique dietary needs and food preferences. Residents never have to worry about chores with housekeeping, laundry services, and other supportive services provided by a dedicated team. Here, residents have what they need to live a carefree and fulfilling lifestyle.

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Overview of Bickford of Ames

Bickford of Ames offers a seamless journey through aging. With a deep commitment to assisted living, their caregivers provide personalized and top-notch services. Their unique approach involves an advanced resident monitoring system, ensuring safety through secure building features, pull cords, and wearable call buttons. Alongside this, they serve high-quality, culinary delights prepared within the community, maintaining exceptional culinary standards.

Their activities are far from ordinary, encouraging community engagement, positive values, and memorable family gatherings. They infuse excitement into daily routines with themed days and foster a sense of belonging through various events. The community also provides essential services like transportation and medication management, making it a pet-friendly haven that truly understands the needs of seniors, offering a home that goes beyond typical assisted living, catering to their unique requirements and preferences.

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Overview of Independence Village of Waukee

Independence Village of Waukee offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Waukee, IA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks while the resident keeps a private living space; independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care; memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering. Having all three care types on one campus may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since they may be able to move between care levels without leaving the community.

The community has 34 beds. That creates a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other, with one bedroom and two bedroom housing for someone living alone or a couple moving together. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to bring a pet when moving in. A Walk Score of 38 places the area in a car dependent setting, meaning most errands require a car or a ride rather than a short walk; Austin Williams serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Bickford of Urbandale

Bickford of Urbandale is an assisted living with memory care community, located in Urbandale, IA. It can be found east of Brookview Park, and below Beaver Creek. This senior living community prides itself with their Higher Path approach to caring for their residents. This approach aims to help seniors live healthier, happier, and longer, and they do this by providing services such as; 24/7 access to primary care, daily activity assistance from certified caregivers, medication management, wander management, security, and intelligent fall detection among other things. The rooms, whether studio or one bedroom units, are also equipped with strategically located pull cords, for assistance requests any time it’s needed.

At Bickford of Urbandale, assisted living costs wouldn’t be something to worry abouts as they also offer assistance for choosing Medicare Health Plans for their residents. This helps ensure that residents receive the proper care they need, while living a high quality of life, without breaking their banks.

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Overview of Cottage Grove Place – Connections

Cottage Grove Place, Connections offers nursing home care, skilled nursing, assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Cedar Rapids, IA. Nursing home care and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps an apartment.

Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision. The range of care levels can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to a different community. The community has 36 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other.

Chef prepared meals are provided, giving residents prepared dining within the community. Short term rehabilitation offers a temporary stay focused on recovery, and respite care provides a short term option when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. A Walk Score of 56 / 100 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, so some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to complete certain nearby errands independently. Pets are allowed, so a resident may keep a pet with them. Melissa Holyoake serves as the administrator.

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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 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