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Compare Senior Communities around Iowa The information below is reported by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing.
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| Woodland Terrace |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Waverly | 100 | No | - | - | - | 87.0% | 25 | 10 |
| Eagle Point Health Care Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Clinton | 75 | No | - | - | 30 | 70.7% | 16 | 6 |
| Fort Dodge Health and Rehabilitation |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Fort Dodge | 65 | No | - | - | - | 93.3% | 0 | 0 |
| Navigate MC at Featherstone at Hickory Trail |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Iowa City (Lemme) | 32 | No | - | - | 1 | - | 0 | 0 |
| Journey Senior Services |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Carroll | 36 | No | - | - | 7 | 75.0% | 4 | 2 |
| Homesteaders at Holland Farms |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Norwalk | 80 | No | - | - | 4 | 42.5% | 5 | 3 |
| Hansen House |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Council Bluffs (Kane Township) | 54 | No | - | - | 15 | 53.7% | 12 | 5 |
| Grand Haven Retirement Community Moments |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Eldridge | 36 | No | - | - | 18 | 41.7% | 23 | 18 |
| Gardens at Ridgecrest Village |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Davenport (Downtown Davenport) | 30 | No | - | - | 24 | 40.0% | 34 | 26 |
| Emery Place |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Robins | 106 | No | - | - | 11 | 48.1% | 17 | 13 |
| Cottage Grove Place – Connections |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Cedar Rapids | 36 | No | - | - | 6 | 38.9% | 5 | 3 |
| Birdee Cottage AL and MC |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Waterloo | 33 | No | - | - | 4 | 51.5% | 4 | 2 |
| Better Living of Walcott |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Walcott | 67 | No | - | - | 6 | 34.3% | 5 | 1 |
| Apple Valley Place |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Osage | 78 | No | - | - | 17 | 65.4% | 13 | 5 |
| Addington Place of Burlington |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Burlington | 100 | No | - | - | 17 | 46.0% | 26 | 19 |
Make the most of your best years at Applewood Iv Senior Apartments, a distinct community in Dubuque, IA, offering independent living. Residents can ease their worries with beautifully furnished and cozy one- and two-bedroom floor plans, designed for their comfort. The community also helps with maintenance and provides laundry spaces, so residents enjoy a hassle-free lifestyle.
A jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted, encouraging residents to live an active and vibrant lifestyle. With a fully equipped kitchen in each unit, residents can prepare meals according to their dietary needs and preferences. Public transportation is also available nearby, providing residents with convenient travel access. Residents can keep their peace of mind amidst the community’s warm and inviting environment.
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 55 Years Old
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Social and Recreational Activities
Ideally situated in the thriving neighborhood of Des Moines, IA, Plymouth Place is a distinguished community that offers independent living. The community has beautifully furnished and cozy studio and one-bedroom floor plans, dedicated to the comfort of those 62+. With easy access to nearby local amenities, residents can keep their peace of mind.
Residents are also encouraged to interact with their surroundings, especially with various wellness opportunities and inviting gathering spaces. Delightful restaurants and shops also surround the area, providing residents with dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. The community is a great option for those looking to spend their golden years without hassles.
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 62 Years Old
Room Sizes: 315 / 448 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: High-rise
Exercise Programs
Social and Recreational Activities
Located in the tranquil community of Cedar Falls, IA, the Mallard Point Senior Living is a dedicated community that offers independent living services. Here, residents can choose from spacious, cozy, and pet-friendly accommodations with varying floor plans. Having a trained and compassionate team, the community ensures personalized care and holistic wellness services for its residents.
Driven to provide a people-focused lifestyle, the community offers top-notch amenities and services for its residents to attain a remarkable independent living experience. Indulge in delightful and healthy meals with restaurant-style dining. Have fun and relax in its 24-hour bistro, lounge, and game room. Enhance physical endurance by taking wellness programs in the fitness center. Join in jampacked social activities and community events to meet new friends. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors can enjoy a living experience worth remembering.
What does this home offer?
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Located in Council Bluffs, Iowa, Midlands Living Center is a skilled nursing facility with a team that’s committed to addressing the physical, social, emotional, recreational, and spiritual needs of all senior residents. Their services encompass short- and long-term care, specialized nursing care, rehabilitation, respite care, and hospice support. This senior community ensures that residents receive comprehensive care to enhance their quality of life.
Locally owned with 94-beds, Midlands Living Center places a strong emphasis on skilled nursing care, with a specialization in rehabilitative and therapeutic services. Their dedicated team comprises over 100 professionals, including certified nursing aides, licensed practical nurses, registered nurses, registered dietitians, nurse practitioners, and medical directors. The center collaborates closely with a network of specialists, including optometrists, podiatrists, physicians, and top-tier professionals in physical, occupational, and speech therapy. Their facility also offers various services, from onsite therapy to engaging activity programs, ensuring a holistic approach to well-being.
Nestled just a short distance from downtown, Regency Heights Senior Apartments offers a stunning and serene living environment tailored for adults aged 55 and above. The community is ideally situated with easy access to local conveniences and is surrounded by a plethora of recreational attractions, including museums, cinemas, parks, and sports centers. Residents can choose from thoughtfully designed one or two-bedroom apartments, each boasting a variety of floor plans to cater to different lifestyles and preferences.
Inside these elegant apartments, residents will find modern kitchens equipped with energy-efficient appliances and dishwashers, making everyday living a breeze. This pet-friendly community not only provides luxurious living spaces but also offers a safe and supportive environment that fosters a sense of well-being. With Regency Heights Senior Apartments, embracing a fulfilling and comfortable senior living experience is within reach.
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 55 Years Old
Room Sizes: 613 / 851 sq. ft
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Located in a quiet residential area in Des Moines, IA, Luther Park Community is an excellent senior living community that offers a spectrum of care options, including independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and Alzheimer’s care. Luther Park Community aims to deliver its residents a service that will enhance their lifestyle while giving them the liberty to maintain a sense of individuality and freedom as they receive additional support. The community offers floor plans ranging from loft to two-bedroom apartments and quality health services, ensuring residents a better quality of life in a comfortable environment.
Luther Park Community believes every resident is entitled to feel safe and cared for while maintaining their independence for as long as possible. To achieve this, the community offers a full range of amenities and engaging recreational activities, including a hair salon, cozy outdoor living spaces, a library, an exercise room, nutritious meals, and transportation to outings. From the pleasant and welcoming environment to the compassionate interactions between residents and the community’s team, Luther Park Community provides seniors with a genuine feeling of community where they are prioritized and cared for.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 517 / 622 / 751 / 879 / 1,050 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Settled in the enticing community of Iowa, the Linn & Johnson Counties is an vibrant senior living community that provides assisted living, and memory care services. Large and stunning accommodations with varying floors plans are available for its residents. With its highly equipped and hardworking team, the community ensures regular personal care assistance for its residents. In terms of memory care, those with cognitive conditions receive specialized activities to address their immediate needs.
Having top-notch amenities and services, residents can receive meal planning and preparation, light housekeeping, laundry, medication support, and transportation services for errands. Additionally, the community provides companionship and engagement such as friendly conversation and listening as it believes that social interaction is pivotal to improve health and personal happiness. At Linn & Johnson Counties, seniors can enjoy a worry-free living experience.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Live the best of your retirement at Bridges Senior Living, an exceptional community in Waterloo, IA, offering independent living. Here, residents can ease their worries with a variety of thoughtfully furnished and sophisticated apartments. The community also ensures residents feel a sense of belonging during their stay in a warm and welcoming environment.
Residents can spend their days as they please with a carefully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs that highlight their interests and preferences. Through San Souci Restaurant, which serves delightful and healthy meals from 7 A.M. to 6:30 P.M., residents enjoy mealtimes on their terms. Amenities include a pub, a library, a fitness room, a salon, a pool, and a garden, creating the ideal setting for residents to thrive in their golden years.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: 1 Bed
Building Type: High-rise
Dining Services
Beauty Services
Transportation Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
Swimming Pool
Parking Available
Live a blissful retirement at Connect55+ Ankeny, an outstanding community in Ankeny, IA, offering independent living. Dedicated to the comfort of those 55+, the community provides purposely built and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans. Here, residents enjoy a convenient lifestyle with on-site maintenance, laundry spaces, and plenty of convenient apartment features.
A thoughtfully curated calendar of enriching activities and engaging programs is conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. With delightful restaurants and shops nearby, residents enjoy a variety of dining options to satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. Amenities also include a fitness center, a clubhouse, a multi-use room, a movie theater, and a spacious courtyard, creating the ideal setting for residents to thrive in their golden years.
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 55 Years Old
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Beauty Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
Make the most of your best years at Fort Des Moines Senior Housing, a distinct community located in the quiet setting of Des Moines, IA, offering independent living. Featuring purposely built and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures residents’ comfort and safety. Maintenance services and plenty of convenient apartment features, residents enjoy a hassle-free living.
A thoughtfully curated calendar of fun recreational activities and engaging programs is conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Delightful restaurants and shops are also available nearby, providing residents with various dining options to meet their dietary needs and preferences. Amenities include an activities room, a beauty salon, a chapel, a fitness center, a theater room, a garden, and an outdoor gazebo, creating the ideal setting for a blissful retirement.
What does this home offer?
Room Sizes: 640 sq. ft
Housing Options: 1 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Beauty Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
Assisted Living Magazine Ranking Methodology
View Full Ranking MethodologyHow Assisted Living Magazine Evaluates & Scores Nursing Homes
Assisted Living Magazine ranks nursing homes using a rigorous, data-driven scoring model built specifically for skilled nursing.
Because this care level is regulated, clinical outcomes and compliance carry significantly more weight than transparency or digital presence.
Each community receives a ranking based on the factors below, weighted according to their importance in predicting resident safety, care quality, and long-term stability.
Update cadence: Reviewed quarterly, with prompt updates when new reviews, reports, or complaints are filed.
What We Prioritize Most
Operational Stability & Resident SupportThe largest share of every nursing home’s score — 45% of the total weighting — comes from clinical and regulatory indicators, including:
These factors directly reflect resident safety, care quality, and compliance.
Another 35% of the score comes from operational and stability signals, such as:
- Nurse hours per patient per day
- Occupancy levels and cleanliness citations
- Administrative stability and ownership quality
- Readmission rates and registered-nurse turnover
The remaining 20% of the score includes contextual elements such as:
- Year built or renovated
- Penalties, fines, and preventable readmissions
- Revenue per bed
- Administrator tenure
These factors help round out the overall picture but carry less weight because our methodology prioritizes clinical outcomes and regulatory consistency above all else.
The result is a clear, data-driven ranking system that elevates nursing homes delivering exceptional care and long-term resident safety.
Frequently Asked Questions
What government services provide money for senior housing?
Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:
- Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
- Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
- Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
- Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
- State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
- Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
- Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
How do you pick the homes you recommend?
Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.
Do you help families that need Medicaid?
Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.
How much does this service cost?
We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up.
What services do you offer?
- Finding and ranking the best assisted living facilities
- Finding and ranking the best nursing homes
- Finding and ranking the best memory care facilities
- Our concierge service helps seniors move into the perfect home for them
- Helping seniors use medicare, medicaid, and other government programs to pay for their homes
- Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
- Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
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- Senior-focused concierge medicine
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- Senior housing concierge. Our service finds the best senior living options based on your needs, income, and personality.
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