Page 51 of Best Senior Communities in Iowa

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Aveanna Home Health

2020 Indian Hills Dr, Sioux City, IA 51104
Overview of Aveanna Home Health

Located in Sioux City, Iowa, Aveanna Home Health is a nationally recognized provider of home care services. Their services encompass home healthcare through Medicare and private duty nursing, ensuring that individuals and families needing at-home nursing or home healthcare can access the support they need.

Aveanna operates in 30 states and is committed to clinical excellence, service dedication, and innovative care solutions. With a mission to improve lives one patient at a time, they currently care for over 50,000 patients daily. 

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Overview of Hospice of the Midwest – Sioux City, Ia

Located in Sioux City, Iowa, Hospice of the Midwest offers outstanding in-home hospice care, ensuring seniors can navigate life’s final stages within their cherished and secure surroundings. They are committed to providing considerate and dignified end-of-life care, strongly emphasizing enabling patients to live their remaining days to the fullest.

Hospice of the Midwest consists of seasoned and empathetic professionals with a range of hospice services that are meticulously customized to cater to the unique requirements and preferences of both seniors and their loved ones. 

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Overview of MercyOne Siouxland Home Care

MercyOne Siouxland Home Care provides home care in Sioux City, IA. Care is delivered in a person’s own residence rather than requiring a move to a residential care setting, making this a good fit for someone who wants support at home.

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Overview of Apria Healthcare

Apria Healthcare is a prominent figure for home respiratory services and essential medical equipment provision across the nation. Over 325 locations sprawled throughout the United States, Apria dedicates itself to aiding and supporting more than 1.8 million patients annually. 
With a vast reach, Apria offers crucial services such as oxygen therapy, inhalation therapies, sleep apnea treatment, enteral nutrition, and negative pressure wound therapy. Apria Healthcare is committed to ensuring that patients receive the essential care and support they need in the comfort of their homes, fostering improved well-being and quality of life.

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Aspire of Pleasant Valley

17990 Spencer Road, Pleasant Valley, IA 52767-0503
Overview of Aspire of Pleasant Valley

Aspire of Pleasant Valley offers nursing home care and skilled nursing in Pleasant Valley, IA. Nursing home care supports long term care services, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Short term rehabilitation and long term care services may suit residents with either a temporary recovery need or an ongoing need for nursing support.

The home has 44 beds, placing it in the smaller community range. That size may suit someone who prefers a setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. Private and semi private rooms give residents the option of living alone or sharing a room, and total nurse staffing is 3h 57m per resident per day, representing the recorded amount of nurse staffing time assigned to each resident across a day.

Clinical services, therapy services, support services and rehabilitation services are available, giving residents receiving short term rehabilitation access to therapy as part of their care at the home. Enriching activities provide options for participation beyond clinical care. Medicare, Medicaid and private pay are accepted: Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay allows a family to pay directly; pets are also allowed, which may let a resident keep an animal companion.

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Overview of Patty Elwood Center

Find the care you need at Patty Elwood Center, an esteemed community in Cresco, IA, offering nursing care. Committed to residents’ well-being, a compassionate and well-trained team provides top-notch care tailored to their healthcare needs around the clock. Purposely built and secure accommodations are provided in a nurturing and welcoming environment, ensuring residents can feel at ease during their stay.

Residents are encouraged to live actively and maintain social connections with a well-thought-out calendar of enriching activities and stimulating programs. Healthy meals are important for residents’ wellness, so delicious and well-balanced dining options are served to meet their dietary needs and preferences. This pet-friendly community is ideal for those needing top-tier care for a blissful retirement.

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Overview of OakView Nursing & Rehabilitation

OakView Nursing & Rehabilitation in Burlington, IA, is a nursing home that offers long-term care and rehabilitation. The community’s nurturing and welcoming environment ensures older adults can ease their worries throughout their stay. With 24-hour care, well-balanced meals, and recreational activities, residents experience a maintenance-free lifestyle. Through personalized care plans, the community strives to meet residents’ unique needs and preferences.

Games, social events, and light exercises encourage residents to stay active and make friends. Cozy sitting areas and thoughtfully furnished rooms also ensure residents’ relaxation and wellness. Residents also experience the utmost comfort during their stay, as it is situated in the tree-lined neighborhood of Burlington. This nursing home is a good option for senior living in Iowa, especially with high-quality services.

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Overview of Estherville Community Care Center

Estherville Community Care Center in Estherville, Iowa, delivers nursing home support, skilled nursing services, hospice and palliative programs, and short-term respite stays. Hospice and palliative care concentrate on comfort management for residents facing serious conditions, while respite admissions offer temporary care when primary caregivers require time away.

Featuring 46 beds, the smaller property offers both private rooms for single occupancy and semiprivate layouts for shared living. In-house services include short-term physical rehabilitation and long-term residence options, and residents may keep pets on site. Records show a total nurse staffing level of 3 hours and 44 minutes per resident daily.

Individuals evaluating regional care options can reach out to Estherville Community Care Center to check current room availability or plan a tour of the grounds. Funding choices include Medicare for post-hospital recovery, Medicaid for long-term stays, and private payment.

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Overview of All Heart Home Health

With compassion and dedication to seniors’ well-being, All Heart Home Health located at 1st Avenue SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, helps with chores, personal care, and life necessities. Providing in-home care since 2004, All Heart Home Health ensures compassionate care and comfort at home. Moreover, the in-home care provider conducts face-to-face interviews with seniors and their families to ensure that they receive the care and assistance that best suits them.

All Heart Home Health boasts medically trained, state-licensed, and insured healthcare professionals and exceptional client service experts. The in-home care provider delivers quality care and assistance to individuals in need. Supported with exceptional experience in in-home care, All Heart Home Health provides a safe and comfortable life at the place of residence.

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Overview of Heart of Siouxland Senior Care

Heart of Siouxland Senior Care provides home care in Sioux City, IA. Care is delivered in a person’s own home, which may suit someone who wants support without moving into a residential community.

Contact Heart of Siouxland Senior Care

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
05

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 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