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Compare Nursing Homes around Des Moines (Metro Area)
The information below is reported by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing.
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| Life 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).
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 (Waveland Park) | 72 |
70.5%
Facility
70.5%
IA AVG
75.4%
Rank
#156 / 231 | -7% | 4.51
Facility
4.51
IA AVG
4.30
Rank
#77 / 224 | -10% | +5% | 13
Facility
13
IA AVG
0.8 | 10
Facility
10
IA AVG
21.7
Rank
#63 / 224 | 3.3
Facility
3.3
IA AVG
4.1
Rank
#88 / 224 | -
Facility
-
IA AVG
1.6 | 43 |
51
Facility
51
IA AVG
33
Rank
#14 / 65 | Beata Mock | $8.4M
Facility
$8.4M
IA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#98 / 226 | $4.0M
Facility
$4.0M
IA AVG
$3.1M
Rank
#69 / 226 | 47.7%
Facility
47.7%
IA AVG
46.3%
Rank
#48 / 226 | 165006 | ||||
| Scottish Rite Park Health 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).
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 (East Village) | 51 |
60.8%
Facility
60.8%
IA AVG
75.4%
Rank
#189 / 231 | -19% | 5.98
Facility
5.98
IA AVG
4.30
Rank
#6 / 224 | +27% | +39% | 5
Facility
5
IA AVG
0.8 | 8
Facility
8
IA AVG
21.7
Rank
#48 / 224 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
IA AVG
4.1
Rank
#20 / 224 | 2
Facility
2
IA AVG
1.6 | 31 |
91
Facility
91
IA AVG
33 | Mark Allen | $11.2M
Facility
$11.2M
IA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#53 / 226 | $4.7M
Facility
$4.7M
IA AVG
$3.1M
Rank
#41 / 226 | 42.1%
Facility
42.1%
IA AVG
46.3%
Rank
#98 / 226 | 165593 | ||||
| Trinity Center at Luther Park |
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 (East Village) | 120 |
90.8%
Facility
90.8%
IA AVG
75.4%
Rank
#47 / 231 | +20% | 4.56
Facility
4.56
IA AVG
4.30
Rank
#68 / 224 | -50% | +6% | 1
Facility
1
IA AVG
0.8 | 24
Facility
24
IA AVG
21.7
Rank
#156 / 224 | 6.0
Facility
6.0
IA AVG
4.1
Rank
#185 / 224 | 2
Facility
2
IA AVG
1.6 | 112 |
91
Facility
91
IA AVG
33 | Kelley Blackburn | $14.5M
Facility
$14.5M
IA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#20 / 226 | $7.7M
Facility
$7.7M
IA AVG
$3.1M
Rank
#13 / 226 | 53%
Facility
53%
IA AVG
46.3%
Rank
#60 / 226 | 165612 | ||||
| Rehabilitation Center of Des Moines |
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 (East Village) | 74 |
97.3%
Facility
97.3%
IA AVG
75.4%
Rank
#11 / 231 | +29% | 3.59
Facility
3.59
IA AVG
4.30
Rank
#195 / 224 | -25% | -16% | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.8 | 36
Facility
36
IA AVG
21.7
Rank
#185 / 224 | 6.0
Facility
6.0
IA AVG
4.1
Rank
#185 / 224 | 1
Facility
1
IA AVG
1.6 | 70 |
91
Facility
91
IA AVG
33 | - | $10.3M
Facility
$10.3M
IA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#44 / 226 | $4.4M
Facility
$4.4M
IA AVG
$3.1M
Rank
#54 / 226 | 42.5%
Facility
42.5%
IA AVG
46.3%
Rank
#147 / 226 | 165268 | ||||
| University Park Nursing and Rehabilitation 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).
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 (East Village) | 108 |
66.7%
Facility
66.7%
IA AVG
75.4%
Rank
#176 / 231 | -12% | 3.61
Facility
3.61
IA AVG
4.30
Rank
#195 / 224 | -17% | -16% | 1
Facility
1
IA AVG
0.8 | 26
Facility
26
IA AVG
21.7
Rank
#162 / 224 | 5.2
Facility
5.2
IA AVG
4.1
Rank
#165 / 224 | -
Facility
-
IA AVG
1.6 | 76 |
91
Facility
91
IA AVG
33 | Scott Berger | $14.1M
Facility
$14.1M
IA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#22 / 226 | $4.8M
Facility
$4.8M
IA AVG
$3.1M
Rank
#39 / 226 | 34.3%
Facility
34.3%
IA AVG
46.3%
Rank
#197 / 226 | 165272 |
Overview of Life Center
Offering excellent memory care, long-term care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation services, The Life Center is a dependable senior living community in Des Moines, IA that helps residents maintain a sense of individuality and freedom while receiving additional support. The community features a reliable nursing team available 24-hours a day and an extensive rehabilitative program, featuring physical, speech, and occupational therapies that help residents maintain their highest level of functionality.
Residents also delight in an array of convenient services that help them live a maintenance-free lifestyle such as housekeeping, laundry, package delivery services, and more. A registered dietician carefully reviews the residents’ therapeutic diets to ensure they are receiving the proper nutrition and nourishment. With Life Center, residents are guaranteed to lead the lifestyle they deserve surrounded by compassionate support and care.
What does this home offer?
Total Residents: 72
Building Type: Two-story
EveryStep provides hospice, home health, grief and community care with compassion and dignity, guiding families through life’s most important moments. It offers a range of services including hospice care, home health care, and grief support. The organization is dedicated to supporting families during challenging times.
Greater Southside Health and Rehabilitation is a modern care center located in Des Moines, Iowa. It offers skilled nursing, in-house therapy, and outpatient therapy services. The facility features 80 beds and provides a variety of activities for residents.
Iowa Jewish Senior Life Center is a senior care facility in Des Moines, Iowa. It offers skilled nursing, rehabilitation, long-term care, and Alzheimer's/memory care services. The center is open to residents of all faiths and focuses on providing compassionate care.
Trinity Center at Luther Park is a senior living community located in Des Moines, Iowa. It offers a continuum of care including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing services. The community is dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care in a safe and supportive environment.
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.
Scottish Rite Park Health Care Center is located in Des Moines, Iowa, and is recognized as a premier active retirement community. It offers a range of services including independent living, home care, residential and memory care, as well as short-term rehabilitation and long-term skilled nursing. The facility is designed to provide a warm and friendly atmosphere with a focus on exceptional customer service.
University Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is located in Des Moines, Iowa. It offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation services, including short-term and long-term care. The facility provides a range of medical services to support residents' health and wellness.
Scottish Rite Park is an independent living community nestled in the heart of Des Moines, Iowa. For over 50 years, this nonprofit community has thrived, offering a warm and sociable atmosphere that welcomes all who enter. Scottish Rite Park provides comprehensive healthcare services that cater to varying needs. With offerings that include memory care, long-term skilled nursing, and rehabilitative care, residents can rest assured that their well-being is in capable hands. Spanning an expansive 10 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, Scottish Rite Park boasts meticulously designed spaces and a myriad of opportunities for residents to connect and thrive.
Each amenity has been thoughtfully curated to cater to diverse interests and ensure that residents have ample opportunities for leisure and entertainment. From a state-of-the-art fitness center to a cozy movie theater, a penthouse for special gatherings, a delightful restaurant, and an art gallery showcasing captivating works, there is no shortage of options for residents to indulge for exciting small group activities. For a nursing home, this place exceeds expectations. Its team works hard to give residents the highest quality of life possible in their golden years.
Overview of Genesis Senior Living Center
Genesis Senior Living Center is a nursing home that strives in providing excellent care, hence residents can relax and put their trust in the staff who are committed to ensuring their speedy recovery. The nursing home is the type of community that understands the meaning of family which is why they make it a point to promote independence and individuality in a nurturing environment.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these nursing homes
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.
Weighting overview
35%
Care Quality
20%
Staffing
20%
Regulatory
20%
Operational
5%
Environment
01
Care Quality 35%
The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.
Includes
Overall Rating
Health Inspection
QM Rating
Long-Stay QM
Short-Stay QM
02
Staffing Adequacy 20%
The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Includes
Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
RN vs State
Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
RN Turnover
03
Regulatory & Safety Record 20%
Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
Includes
Citations
Citations/Inspection
Severe Citations
Fines
Accreditations
04
Operational & Financial Stability 20%
Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.
Includes
Occupancy vs State
Avg Length of Stay
Revenue
Payroll %
Years in Operation
Admin Tenure
05
Environment & Accessibility 5%
Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.
Includes
Walk Score
BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Des Moines, IA
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Iowa?
Assisted living in Iowa is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does Iowa Medicaid cover nursing home care?
Yes — Iowa Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.
What is nursing home care?
Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.
How many nursing homes are listed on this page?
This page features 13 nursing homes in Des Moines, IA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right nursing home in Des Moines, IA?
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 Des Moines, IA, 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 nursing homes in Des Moines, IA?
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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