Page 3 of Best Independent Living in Iowa

Mill Pond offers nursing home, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing in Ankeny, IA. Nursing home and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while residents maintain their own apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Several care levels share one community here. That can suit a resident whose needs grow over time, because a move to a different level of care can happen without leaving Mill Pond. The community has 60 beds and 98% occupancy, meaning nearly all beds were filled at the time represented by that figure. Housing includes studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom layouts. A studio provides one private space, while a two bedroom can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families those payment routes for eligible care and services. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 3 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated per resident. Pets are allowed, giving a resident the option to bring a pet when moving in. Jesica Culp serves as the administrator.

Overview of Crown Pointe Estates Al Memory Care

Crown Pointe Estates Al Memory Care in Sioux Center, IA offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and nursing home and skilled nursing care. Independent living means private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision, and skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Having several care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving to a different level of care may not require leaving the community. The community has 32 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. Crown Pointe Estates Al Memory Care may be a good fit for someone who prefers a smaller community with multiple care levels.

Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 42 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time assigned to each resident. Private pay is accepted, so families use their own funds to pay for care. A Walk Score of 72 out of 100 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, allowing a resident who no longer drives to get out independently. Karen Bentsen serves as the administrator.

Overview of Cedar Ridge Village

Cedar Ridge Village offers independent living, assisted living, nursing home, and skilled nursing care in West Des Moines, Iowa. Independent living provides a private apartment with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, so a resident whose needs grow over time may be able to remain in the same community rather than move elsewhere.

Short-term rehabilitation supports a temporary recovery stay, and respite care gives a family caregiver a short-term option when they need to travel or recover. With 40 beds, Cedar Ridge Village is a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. Private apartments include one-bedroom and two-bedroom layouts, and pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving in.

The starting price is $3,280 per month, giving families an initial figure for monthly budgeting. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Total nurse staffing is 4h 59m per resident per day, representing the daily nurse staffing time allocated to each resident.

Residents can join grocery store, dinner, museum, botanical garden, concert, play, and seasonal outings, as well as book clubs, arts and crafts, and chair exercise. Rehabilitation services are available. Kathy DeHaven serves as the administrator, and Cedar Ridge Village opened in 2021.

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Starting Price $3,280/Month Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

The Summit at Bettendorf offers nursing home and skilled nursing care, assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Bettendorf, IA. Nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps an apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Because the community offers multiple care levels, it may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to another community. With 40 beds, The Summit at Bettendorf is a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. Housing includes studios, one bedroom apartments, and two bedroom apartments; a studio provides a single private space, while a two bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion.

Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence, while Medicaid can help when savings may not cover a long stay. Total nurse staffing is 5h 0m per resident/day, representing the daily hands on nurse time allocated per resident; pets are allowed, and Chelsey Killean serves as the administrator.

Overview of Suites of Ankeny

Suites of Ankeny offers assisted living, and independent living in Ankeny, IA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space. Independent living is designed for private living with community services and no daily care.

Because several care levels are available, a resident whose needs change may be able to move to a different level of care without leaving the community. The community has 68 beds, with one bedroom and two bedroom housing. A two bedroom residence can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion, while a one bedroom residence provides a single living space.

Suites of Ankeny may be a good fit for someone who wants independent living or assisted living with the possibility of changing care levels in the same community. A Walk Score of 52 places the area in the somewhat walkable range, so some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may still be able to make some independent outings. Pets are allowed, and Vanessa Young serves as the administrator.

Overview of Pennsylvania Place

Pennsylvania Place offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Ottumwa, IA. Assisted living supports residents with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while they retain their own apartment, while independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Because Pennsylvania Place offers multiple care levels, it can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to another community. Housing includes Patio Homes, independent living apartments, assisted living apartments, and specialized Memory Support, and Pennsylvania Place has 102 beds.

A Walk Score of 77 / 100 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Transportation is available, giving residents an option for trips without arranging every ride themselves. Brenda Hostetler serves as administrator.

Overview of Calvin Community

Located in Des Moines, IA, Calvin Community is a skilled nursing community that offers memory care, assisted living, skilled care, and rehabilitation services. Licensed nurses also support skilled nursing, with 24-hour staffing available. With a wide range of care options, the community can accommodate a resident’s evolving needs without the need to move.

With 59 beds, the community’s size can support staff and residents getting to know each other under the leadership of Billy Meyers. Additionally, housing includes one-bed and two-bed layouts. The two-bed option can also suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion.

Through 24-hour staffing, staff are available at any time. Rehabilitation services are also available. Moreover, activity calendars and community events provide scheduled activities.

The community has a Walk Score of 61, placing it in the somewhat walkable band where some errands can be completed on foot. For a resident who no longer drives, certain nearby errands may be possible without a car, while other trips may still require transportation. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 55 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nurse staffing time allocated per resident.

Overview of Edencrest at the Legacy

Edencrest at the Legacy sits in Norwalk, Iowa, offering a full care continuum under one roof. It provides assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care, giving families flexibility if a loved one’s needs shift over time. Administrator Anna Austin leads the operation, which opened in 2018. The two-story building holds 80 beds with housing in studio, one-, and two-bedroom layouts. With 28 beds occupied, current occupancy is at 35 percent.

While the neighborhood isn’t especially walkable, with a Walk Score of 29, the home operates an on-site transportation service so occupants don’t need to rely on family or personal vehicles for appointments and outings. Fitness and recreation are offered in-house, and the facility welcomes pets, so residents can bring along a beloved dog or cat. That matters more than it might seem if a pet is part of someone’s daily life and comfort. Built for continuity is Edencrest at the Legacy. An occupant can move in needing minimal support for daily activities and stay through a transition to memory care without changing addresses. Between on-site transportation and organized recreation, the community fills gaps that a car-dependent neighborhood would otherwise create.

The breadth of care levels in one location simplifies future planning, noteworthy for families exploring choices in central Iowa.

$4,500/Month Pricing updated on October 13th, 2026

Grand Living at Tower Place is an assisted living community in West Des Moines, Iowa, in an average walkable neighborhood where some daily errands can be finished on foot. Operating for five years, it’s housed in a mid-rise building. It offers an array of housing configurations: studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units to cater to different preferences and care needs. The 76-bed facility currently maintains a 47 percent occupancy rate, with 36 residents in place. This lower occupancy may give new families a chance to tour the home and experience the setting with more availability and attention to queries.

The Iowa authorities’ regulatory inspections have identified areas for improvement across policies and procedures, including medication management, emergency response protocols, background verification processes, and activity programming. These are operational areas that families must discuss directly with management during a tour to know how it’s addressing and fortifying such practices.

An in-person visit by prospective residents and their families would be valuable to learn about the specific services, care offerings, amenities, dining, and daily activities offered at Grand Living at Tower Place, plus to better understand its approach to resident support and engagement.

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Starting Price $4,545/Month Pricing updated on October 8th, 2026

Overview of Edencrest at the Tuscany

Edencrest at the Tuscany offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Altoona, IA. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Assisted living adds help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps their own apartment. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering, while respite care offers a short stay for a family caregiver who needs time to travel or recover.

The community has 40 beds and offers studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom layouts. A two bedroom option can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Starting monthly rates are $3,900 for independent living, $4,750 for assisted living, and $6,700 for memory care, so families can budget according to the care level selected. Nancy Hamilton serves as the administrator, and residents can move between care levels without leaving the community if their needs change.

Outdoor time is built into the setting through a private courtyard, walking trail, and resident garden. The salon and spa support personal grooming on the premises. Individualized Service Plans, senior wellness programs, fitness classes, and rehabilitation services provide structured wellness and therapy related support. Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving in. The range of care levels and short term stays may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time or a family caregiver who needs temporary support.

$4,750/Month Pricing updated on February 27th, 2026