Page 31 of Best Senior Communities in Iowa

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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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative 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.
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.
Altoona Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
SC
NH
RC
SNF
Sw Altoona
106C+Yes 48 42 92.5% 3919
Akron Care Center, INC
SC
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Akron
45A+No 37 - 91.1% 151
Belle Plaine Specialty Care
SC
NH
SNF
Belle Plaine
46B+No 59 - 78.3% 237
Pillar of Cedar Valley
SC
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Waterloo
114BNo 83 40 100.0% 4122
Bettendorf Health Care Center
SC
AL
NH
SNF
Bettendorf
86D-No 51 14 62.8% 3714
Keystone Senior Suites
SC
AL
IL
MC
Keystone
24AYes 12 28 37.5% 24
Primrose Retirement Community
SC
AL
IL
MC
RC
Council Bluffs (Kane Township)
64-Yes-18 51.6% 51
Mississippi Valley Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
SC
NH
SNF
Keokuk
83B-No 53 - 65.1% 2711
Lamoni Specialty Care
SC
NH
SNF
Lamoni
43A+No 60 - 72.1% 188
Savannah Heights
SC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Mount Pleasant
46A-No 58 - 73.9% 176
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Overview of Altoona Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Altoona Nursing and Rehabilitation Center provides nursing home care, skilled nursing, and respite care in Altoona, IA. Skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time away or time to recover.

Rehabilitation services, along with nursing rehabilitation and therapy services, can support recovery and help a resident work toward regaining daily abilities. The center has 106 beds and private rooms, so each resident can have a single room rather than sharing a space. Pets are allowed, and salon and barber services provide grooming on site.

Several family gathering rooms give residents and visitors designated places to spend time together. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, allowing families to consider public coverage or direct payment when arranging care. Carla Hall serves as the administrator.

Respite care can suit a family that needs short term nursing support while a primary caregiver travels or recovers.

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Overview of Akron Care Center

Akron Care Center in Akron, Iowa, offers skilled nursing, general nursing home care, hospice support, and respite stays. Nursing services provide daily clinical oversight, while hospice care emphasizes comfort-focused end-of-life support. Temporary respite admissions accommodate individuals whose primary family caregivers need time off. On-site short-term rehabilitation services assist residents recovering from illness, injury, or recent hospital stays, and dietary programs provide meals customized according to physician-issued orders.

Administered by Tara Netley, the 45-bed facility maintains a daily average of 4 hours and 49 minutes of nurse staffing per resident. Financial coverage options include Medicare for short-term post-hospital care, Medicaid for long-term residential coverage, and direct private payment.

Families considering skilled nursing or rehabilitation services in the area can contact Akron Care Center directly to inquire about current room availability, discuss accepted payment plans, or schedule a tour.

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Overview of Belle Plaine Specialty Care

Belle Plaine Specialty Care in Belle Plaine, Iowa, offers nursing home care and skilled nursing services within a 46-bed setting. Clinical programs assist residents who require ongoing medical attention, while on-site rehabilitation services provide physical therapy during recovery stays or as part of long-term care plans.

The community operates under the leadership of administrator Mitchell Huff. Daily nurse staffing across the facility averages 3 hours and 31 minutes per resident. Financial coverage includes Medicare for qualifying short-term rehab, Medicaid for long-term residential assistance, and direct private payment.

Prospective residents and their families can contact Belle Plaine Specialty Care to inquire about current room availability, tour the facility, or review specific health coverage options.

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Pillar of Cedar Valley

1410 West Dunkerton Road, Waterloo, IA 50703-9626

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Overview of Pillar of Cedar Valley

Pillar of Cedar Valley provides nursing home and skilled nursing care, hospice care, and respite care in Waterloo, IA. Rehabilitation services are also available, providing recovery support to improve residents’ mobility. The community also accommodates older adults with life-limiting conditions through hospice services. Additionally, respite care offers a short stay when a primary caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Operating for over 40 years, the community has a 114-bed capacity and is currently fully occupied. Residents also receive a total of 3 hours and 46 minutes of nursing care daily. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are also accepted, giving families public coverage options or the ability to pay directly.

Complimentary transportation is available for medical appointments or family visits. Moreover, residents can use the beauty shop, attend regular church services, and meet with a visiting chaplain. With Kersten Kelinlein as the administrator, the community also provides concierge services.

Furthermore, dining takes place in a large community-style glass-roofed dining room. A large community center also provides space for resident activities and gatherings.

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Overview of Bettendorf Health Care Center

Bettendorf Health Care Center in Bettendorf, Iowa, delivers assisted living, skilled nursing, and general nursing home care within an 86-bed setting. Daily support in assisted living assists residents with routine tasks like dressing, bathing, and medication management. On-site therapy programs and medical oversight help address short-term recovery needs alongside long-term support.

Administrator Jennifer Dunk manages operations at the center, which operates as part of the MGM Healthcare network. Daily nursing time averages 3 hours and 10 minutes per resident. The surrounding neighborhood holds a walk score of 51, making a few daily errands feasible on foot. Financial options for prospective residents include Medicare, Medicaid, and private payment.

Prospective residents evaluating long-term placement or short-term assistance can reach out to Bettendorf Health Care Center to request admissions details, check bed availability, or plan a tour of the campus.

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Overview of Keystone Senior Suites

Make the most of your best years at Keystone Senior Suites, a distinguished community in Keystone, IA, offering assisted living. Residents can keep their peace of mind with a compassionate and well-trained team that provides top-notch care tailored to their daily living activities and personal needs around the clock. With housekeeping and laundry services, residents enjoy a hassle-free lifestyle.

Dedicated to enhancing residents’ living experience, a thoughtfully curated calendar of enriching activities and stimulating programs is conducted. Mealtimes are something to look forward to, with delicious and healthy dining options served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community is a good option for those needing assistance to live comfortably in retirement, especially with its quality services and well-maintained amenities.

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Primrose Retirement Community

1801 East Kanesville Blvd, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Overview of Primrose Retirement Community

Opened in 2008, Primrose Retirement Community provides assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Council Bluffs, IA. Nursing services are available, along with 24-hour staffing, ensuring residents receive continuous support as needed. The community also accommodates temporary stays to give their primary caregiver time to recover. Moreover, specialized care is provided for those living with memory-related conditions.

Administered by Hannah Phillips, the community can accommodate up to 64 older adults, with monthly starting prices of $4,495 for independent living, $4,815 for assisted living, and $4,510 for Townhome Villas. Notably, the Townhome Villas rate identifies a separate housing option, while the other two rates correspond to named care types. Occupancy is currently at 51.6%.

Residents may bring pets, while a beauty salon allows them to arrange grooming on-site. A chapel and religious services also provide a place for worship. Moreover, restaurant-style dining gives residents a structured setting for daily meals. Scheduled transportation can also support trips arranged through the community.

$4,815/Month Info Pricing updated on March 13th, 2026

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Overview of Mississippi Valley Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center

Mississippi Valley Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center is a nursing home and skilled nursing facility in Keokuk, IA. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while rehabilitation services support recovery and functional work during a stay.

Respiratory and complex medical care are areas of specialization. The home may be a good fit for a resident whose needs include those forms of care and rehabilitation.

The home has 83 beds. Total nurse staffing is 2 hours and 56 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time assigned to each resident. A doctor is on staff, providing physician care within the facility.

Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid may help with a longer stay when personal savings do not cover the cost, and private pay means paying directly. Michael Blume serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Lamoni Specialty Care

Lamoni Specialty Care is a nursing home and skilled nursing community in Lamoni, IA. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, making the community potentially suitable for someone who needs ongoing clinical support. Rehabilitation Services are available, giving residents support as they work to regain or maintain function during care.

Total nurse staffing is 4h 15m per resident/day, representing the daily hands-on nurse time allocated per resident. The community has 43 beds, placing it among smaller communities where staff and residents can get to know each other. Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay; Medicare generally applies to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, while Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay. Sarah Carr serves as the administrator.

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Savannah Heights

601 S Prairie Street, Mount Pleasant, IA 52641-1609
Overview of Savannah Heights

Situated in Mount Pleasant, IA, Savannah Heights is a 46-bed nursing home that offers nursing care, skilled nursing, palliative care, and respite care. The community provides comfort through palliative care, as well as continuous clinical support with licensed nurses on-site. Respite services are also available for those seeking short-term stays, particularly older adults whose usual caregiver needs time away.

The home has 30 private rooms and 12 semi-private rooms, with 73.9% occupancy. Furthermore, every room includes a private bathroom and shower, so bathing facilities are within the resident’s room. A salon and spa also provide a dedicated space for personal care, while the theater room and activities center offer places for entertainment and activities.

Physical, occupational, and restorative therapy are available for rehabilitation on-site. Residents also receive a total of 4 hours and 39 minutes of nursing care daily. Additionally, Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families those payment routes for eligible care and services. Stacie Byerly serves as the administrator.

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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