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The information below is reported by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing.
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| Grand Living At Tower 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.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | West Des Moines (South 51St Street) | 76
Facility
76
IA AVG
74
Rank
#139 / 418 | Yes |
63
Facility
63
IA AVG
48
Rank
#134 / 528 | Studio / 1 bed / 2 bed | 5
Facility
5
IA AVG
—
Rank
#232 / 280 | 47.4% | - | 7 | 3 | 1 |
| Wesley Acres |
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. | Des Moines (Greenwood) | 80
Facility
80
IA AVG
74
Rank
#119 / 418 | No |
72
Facility
72
IA AVG
48
Rank
#89 / 528 | - | -
Facility
-
IA AVG
— | 91.3% | - | 21 | 8 | 3 |
| Prairie Hills at Cedar Rapids |
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 | 86
Facility
86
IA AVG
74
Rank
#105 / 418 | Yes |
47
Facility
47
IA AVG
48
Rank
#246 / 528 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 17
Facility
17
IA AVG
—
Rank
#150 / 280 | 50.0% | - | 18 | 6 | 3 |
| Allen Place Senior Living |
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.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Atlantic (East 19Th Street) | 78
Facility
78
IA AVG
74
Rank
#132 / 418 | No |
11
Facility
11
IA AVG
48
Rank
#463 / 528 | - | 12
Facility
12
IA AVG
—
Rank
#179 / 280 | 46.2% | A- | 10 | 3 | 1 |
| Bickford of Urbandale |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
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. | Urbandale (Sutton Place) | 73
Facility
73
IA AVG
74
Rank
#154 / 418 | Yes |
28
Facility
28
IA AVG
48
Rank
#382 / 528 | - | 26
Facility
26
IA AVG
—
Rank
#73 / 280 | 53.4% | - | 10 | 7 | 1 |
| Ramsey Village Continuing Care |
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.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Des Moines (Drake) | 78
Facility
78
IA AVG
74
Rank
#132 / 418 | Yes |
38
Facility
38
IA AVG
48
Rank
#305 / 528 | 1 bed / 2 bed | 1
Facility
1
IA AVG
—
Rank
#266 / 280 | 85.8% | - | 23 | 8 | 2 |
| MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Jordan Creek |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
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. | West Des Moines | 93
Facility
93
IA AVG
74
Rank
#87 / 418 | No |
58
Facility
58
IA AVG
48
Rank
#168 / 528 | Studio / 1 bed / 2 bed | 7
Facility
7
IA AVG
—
Rank
#209 / 280 | 58.1% | - | 9 | 6 | - |
| Valley View Village |
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. | Des Moines (Fairmont Park) | 79
Facility
79
IA AVG
74
Rank
#130 / 418 | Yes |
38
Facility
38
IA AVG
48
Rank
#305 / 528 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 54
Facility
54
IA AVG
—
Rank
#2 / 280 | 100.0% | - | 24 | 7 | 2 |
| West Ridge 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). | Cedar Rapids | 60
Facility
60
IA AVG
74
Rank
#226 / 418 | No |
48
Facility
48
IA AVG
48
Rank
#241 / 528 | - | 34
Facility
34
IA AVG
—
Rank
#34 / 280 | 75.0% | - | 15 | 4 | 3 |
| Vintage Hills of Indianola |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
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.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Indianola | 90
Facility
90
IA AVG
74
Rank
#93 / 418 | No |
15
Facility
15
IA AVG
48
Rank
#441 / 528 | - | 16
Facility
16
IA AVG
—
Rank
#159 / 280 | 45.6% | A+ | 7 | 3 | - |
| Arlington Place of Grundy Center |
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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. | Grundy Center | 80
Facility
80
IA AVG
74
Rank
#119 / 418 | No |
32
Facility
32
IA AVG
48
Rank
#356 / 528 | - | 25
Facility
25
IA AVG
—
Rank
#87 / 280 | 36.3% | - | 12 | 3 | 1 |
| Ridgecrest Village |
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.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Davenport (Northwest Boulevard) | 82
Facility
82
IA AVG
74
Rank
#113 / 418 | Yes |
41
Facility
41
IA AVG
48
Rank
#287 / 528 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 1
Facility
1
IA AVG
—
Rank
#266 / 280 | 67.1% | - | 20 | 6 | 3 |
| Windsor Manor Nevada |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
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.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Ames | 70
Facility
70
IA AVG
74
Rank
#168 / 418 | No |
26
Facility
26
IA AVG
48
Rank
#391 / 528 | - | 14
Facility
14
IA AVG
—
Rank
#169 / 280 | 38.6% | - | 17 | 6 | 4 |
| Sunset Park 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.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Dubuque | 101
Facility
101
IA AVG
74
Rank
#72 / 418 | Yes |
36
Facility
36
IA AVG
48
Rank
#324 / 528 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 24
Facility
24
IA AVG
—
Rank
#97 / 280 | 46.5% | - | 25 | 14 | 3 |
| Holland Farms |
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.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Norwalk | 116
Facility
116
IA AVG
74
Rank
#51 / 418 | Yes |
38
Facility
38
IA AVG
48
Rank
#305 / 528 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms | 5
Facility
5
IA AVG
—
Rank
#232 / 280 | 38.8% | - | 7 | 3 | - |
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Brio of Johnston is a senior living community located in Johnston, Iowa. It offers a range of living options including independent living, assisted living, memory support, long-term care, and short-term rehabilitation. The community is known for its welcoming atmosphere and commitment to holistic health and well-being.
Prairie Gate is a senior living community in Council Bluffs, Iowa. It offers independent living, long-term care, memory care, and transitional care. Residents can enjoy various activities and events while living in a supportive environment.
Sunrise Hill Care Center is located in Traer, IA. It offers a range of services including nursing care, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and therapy. The facility is dedicated to providing compassionate care and support for residents.
Sheffield Care Center is dedicated to providing quality preventive and restorative services. It offers a clean, comfortable, home-like atmosphere where honesty, dignity, respect, and genuine compassion prevail. The center provides various services including intermediate care, skilled nursing, outpatient therapy, and meals-on-wheels.
The Rehabilitation Center of Des Moines is Iowa’s premier location for short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. The center offers skilled nursing and in-house therapy services tailored to individual needs. Residents can enjoy a variety of activities designed to help them stay active.
Colonial Manors of Columbus Community, Inc. began serving the community in 1975 with the opening of Colonial Manor nursing home. In an effort to provide another needed service to the community, the Colonial Heights independent living duplex units were made available in 1998. Colonial Estates, opened in 2010, is the latest addition to Colonial Manors of Columbus Community, Inc.
Azria Health Winterset provides excellence at every level, delivering exceptional service to each individual. The facility offers post-acute rehabilitation, long-term care, and independent living with a focus on personalized services. Residents can enjoy a friendly, comfortable environment with various specialized care programs.
Accura Healthcare of Spirit Lake provides short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and long-term care in Spirit Lake, IA. The facility is dedicated to delivering exceptional, person-centered healthcare in a supportive setting. Residents can expect a warm, caring atmosphere where they feel comfortable and valued.
Accura HealthCare of Lake City provides short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and long-term care in a supportive environment. The facility focuses on personalized care plans to meet the unique needs of each resident. It aims to create a homelike atmosphere where residents feel valued and comfortable.
Spurgeon Manor is a senior community located in Dallas Center, Iowa. It offers a continuum of care including independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and memory care. The community is dedicated to providing compassionate care and a supportive environment for its residents.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
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
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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
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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
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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
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Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
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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 7 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.
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