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Overview of Wellington Place

Wellington Place offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing in Decorah, IA. Independent living means a resident has a private living space with community services but no daily care, while assisted living provides help with tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps an apartment. Memory care is a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Multiple care levels on one campus may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving between levels does not require leaving the community. The campus also provides skilled nursing and rehabilitation services, including short term rehabilitation for someone recovering after an illness, injury, or hospital stay. Wellington Place has 68 beds, and Mary Miller serves as the administrator.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families payment routes for covered or privately funded care. Total nurse staffing is 4h 36m per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident. With a Walk Score of 84, the area is very walkable, so most errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

Overview of Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (alp)

Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (alp) offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and nursing care in Council Bluffs, IA. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and nursing care provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. With several care levels in one community, Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (alp) may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to another 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, and the beauty salon and barber shop let residents take care of grooming within the community. Residents can join exercise classes, Bible studies, music, crafts, and game nights, while rehabilitation services are also available. Mike Steinkruger serves as the administrator, and the community is in the Kane Township neighborhood.

Overview of Edencrest at Timberline

Edencrest at Timberline offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Urbandale, IA. The community has 120 beds. Independent living provides private living without daily care, while assisted living adds help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, and respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

With several care levels in one community, Edencrest at Timberline may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time and who may be able to move to a different level of care without leaving the community. Starting prices are $2,900 for independent living, $2,900 for assisted living, and $5,600 for memory care, giving families a separate entry point for each care level.

Transportation options and outings give residents ways to participate in activities beyond their apartment, while outdoor gardens and patios provide outdoor areas on the property. A fitness center, health classes, salon, and spa room support exercise, learning, grooming, and spa services without requiring residents to leave for those activities. Pets are allowed, so a resident may bring a pet when moving in.

Geoff Counasse serves as the administrator.

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$2,900/Month Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

Chautauqua Guest Home #2 (11th St.) provides independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and nursing home care in Charles City, Iowa. Independent living offers private residential units without daily care, while assisted living provides structured assistance with routine daily tasks.

Administrator Misty Hobert oversees the 46-bed residence, which records an average of 4 hours and 49 minutes of daily nurse staffing time per resident. Situated in a location with a 77 walk score, the area enables residents to handle most daily errands on foot. Financial arrangements accept Medicare for short-term post-hospital care, Medicaid for eligible residents, and private payment.

Interested families interested in exploring residential options across different levels of support can contact Chautauqua Guest Home #2 (11th St.) to ask about open beds, evaluate payment structures, or plan a tour of the area.

Administered by Chad Thomas, Simpson Memorial Home offers nursing home care through skilled nursing, assisted living, and independent living in West Liberty, IA. With a doctor on-site, residents have access to medical services. Aside from assistance with daily tasks, housekeeping services are also available for residents’ convenience.

The home has 55 beds, with an occupancy of 58%. Room options also include studio, one-, and two-bedroom units, accommodating those who prefer to stay by themselves or share with someone. Residents also receive a total of 4 hours and 50 minutes of nursing care. Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Moreover, an equipped therapy room supports physical, occupational, and speech therapy on-site. A salon also gives residents an on-site place for personal grooming, while the courtyard, walking paths, and gardens provide outdoor spaces for time outside. Meanwhile, a Walk Score of 41 describes a car-dependent setting where most errands require a car or a ride.

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.

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

Keystone Senior Suites offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Keystone, IA. In assisted living, residents can receive help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while keeping a private apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision.

There are 24 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. One-bedroom housing gives residents a single-bedroom living arrangement, and pets are allowed for those who want to keep a pet with them. Tracy Burns serves as the administrator, and the combination of care levels allows a resident whose needs grow to move within the same community. Keystone Senior Suites may be a good fit for someone who prefers a smaller community and may need a different level of care over time.

Overview of Perry Lutheran Homes Spring Valley Campus

Perry Lutheran Homes Spring Valley Campus offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home care, skilled nursing care and respite care in Perry, IA. Independent living provides community services without daily care, while assisted living helps with tasks such as bathing, dressing and medication. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision, and skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Respite care supports short stays when a family caregiver needs time away or is recovering.

As a continuing care retirement community with multiple care levels, the campus may suit a resident whose needs change over time and who may need a different level of care within the same community. The home has 77 beds, and Tanya Swank serves as its administrator. Rehabilitative therapy is available through the campus, giving residents access to therapy services without leaving the community. Meals on Wheels is also a specific program here.

A Walk Score of 74 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot. A resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

The Villages at Marion offers independent living in Marion, IA. Residents have private living space along with community services, without daily care, so it suits people who manage their everyday personal needs without hands-on assistance.

Housing includes private and semi-private rooms. A private room gives one resident an individual living space, while a semi-private room supports shared living. The home may suit someone seeking independent living with either arrangement. With a Walk Score of 63 out of 100, the area falls in the somewhat walkable range, so some errands can be done on foot. A resident who no longer drives may still be able to handle certain nearby errands independently.

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$1,800/Month Pricing updated on October 13th, 2026

Overview of Westhaven Community

Westhaven Community offers nursing home care, assisted living, independent living, and skilled nursing in Boone, Iowa. Having several care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs grow over time, because moving to a different level of care does not require leaving the community.

Independent living supports private living without daily care. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock for residents who need ongoing clinical support. With these options, the community may be a good fit for someone who wants to remain in one place if their care needs change.

Westhaven Community has 40 beds and opened in 2012. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours 2 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated to each resident. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare can cover short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid may help with longer-term care when savings do not cover the full stay, and private pay means paying directly. An on-site salon gives residents access to personal grooming without arranging an off-site visit. A Walk Score of 83 places the area in the very walkable band, meaning most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Breanna Streeter serves as the administrator.