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Grand Living At Tower Place
West Des Moines
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.
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).
76
47.4%
Facility
47.4%
IA AVG
75.4%
-37%
-
Facility
-
IA AVG
4.30
-
0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.8
0
Facility
0
IA AVG
—
0.0
Facility
0.0
IA AVG
4.1
0
Facility
0
IA AVG
1.6
36
-
63
Facility
63
IA AVG
33
-
-
Facility
-
IA AVG
$7.0M
-
Facility
-
IA AVG
$3.1M
-
Facility
-
IA AVG
46.3%
-
Ramsey Village Continuing Care
Des Moines (Drake)
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.
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).
78
85.8%
Facility
85.8%
IA AVG
75.4%
Rank
#80 / 250
+14%
4.04
Facility
4.04
IA AVG
4.30
Rank
#154 / 242
-6%
0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.8
31
Facility
31
IA AVG
—
4.4
Facility
4.4
IA AVG
4.1
1
Facility
1
IA AVG
1.6
61
-
38
Facility
38
IA AVG
33
Rank
#35 / 79
Claremont House Inc.
$9.6M
Facility
$9.6M
IA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#65 / 244
$5.6M
Facility
$5.6M
IA AVG
$3.1M
Rank
#37 / 244
58.1%
Facility
58.1%
IA AVG
46.3%
Rank
#30 / 244
165514
West Ridge Care Center
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).
60
75.0%
Facility
75.0%
IA AVG
75.4%
Rank
#108 / 250
-1%
4.88
Facility
4.88
IA AVG
4.30
Rank
#55 / 242
+14%
0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.8
5
Facility
5
IA AVG
—
2.5
Facility
2.5
IA AVG
4.1
0
Facility
0
IA AVG
1.6
49
-
48
Facility
48
IA AVG
33
Rank
#23 / 79
Sample, Elaine
$9.3M
Facility
$9.3M
IA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#69 / 244
$3.1M
Facility
$3.1M
IA AVG
$3.1M
Rank
#117 / 244
33.2%
Facility
33.2%
IA AVG
46.3%
Rank
#219 / 244
165567
Amelia Senior Living
Council Bluffs
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.
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).
62
61.3%
Facility
61.3%
IA AVG
75.4%
-19%
-
Facility
-
IA AVG
4.30
-
0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.8
0
Facility
0
IA AVG
—
0.0
Facility
0.0
IA AVG
4.1
0
Facility
0
IA AVG
1.6
38
A+
2
Facility
2
IA AVG
33
-
-
Facility
-
IA AVG
$7.0M
-
Facility
-
IA AVG
$3.1M
-
Facility
-
IA AVG
46.3%
-
Terrace Glen Village
Marion
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.
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).
40
95.0%
Facility
95.0%
IA AVG
75.4%
Rank
#14 / 250
+26%
4.48
Facility
4.48
IA AVG
4.30
Rank
#86 / 242
+4%
1
Facility
1
IA AVG
0.8
14
Facility
14
IA AVG
—
4.7
Facility
4.7
IA AVG
4.1
4
Facility
4
IA AVG
1.6
39
A
14
Facility
14
IA AVG
33
Rank
#58 / 79
Abernathy Family Farms Llc
$9.5M
Facility
$9.5M
IA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#66 / 244
$3.8M
Facility
$3.8M
IA AVG
$3.1M
Rank
#83 / 244
40.3%
Facility
40.3%
IA AVG
46.3%
Rank
#178 / 244
165625
Edencrest at Siena Hills
Ankeny
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.
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.
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).
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.
132
42.4%
Facility
42.4%
IA AVG
75.4%
-44%
-
Facility
-
IA AVG
4.30
-
0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.8
0
Facility
0
IA AVG
—
0.0
Facility
0.0
IA AVG
4.1
0
Facility
0
IA AVG
1.6
56
-
46
Facility
46
IA AVG
33
-
-
Facility
-
IA AVG
$7.0M
-
Facility
-
IA AVG
$3.1M
-
Facility
-
IA AVG
46.3%
-
The Views of Marion
Marion
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.
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).
40
48.3%
Facility
48.3%
IA AVG
75.4%
Rank
#15 / 250
-36%
4.15
Facility
4.15
IA AVG
4.30
Rank
#145 / 242
-3%
0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.8
12
Facility
12
IA AVG
—
3.0
Facility
3.0
IA AVG
4.1
0
Facility
0
IA AVG
1.6
35
-
37
Facility
37
IA AVG
33
Rank
#37 / 79
Urbain, Dallas
$10.3M
Facility
$10.3M
IA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#49 / 244
$3.6M
Facility
$3.6M
IA AVG
$3.1M
Rank
#93 / 244
34.9%
Facility
34.9%
IA AVG
46.3%
Rank
#204 / 244
165626
Green Hills Retirement Community
Ames
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.
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).
56
78.6%
Facility
78.6%
IA AVG
75.4%
+4%
-
Facility
-
IA AVG
4.30
-
0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.8
0
Facility
0
IA AVG
—
0.0
Facility
0.0
IA AVG
4.1
0
Facility
0
IA AVG
1.6
44
-
18
Facility
18
IA AVG
33
-
-
Facility
-
IA AVG
$7.0M
-
Facility
-
IA AVG
$3.1M
-
Facility
-
IA AVG
46.3%
-
Sunrise Retirement Community
Sioux City
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.
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).
234
90.5%
Facility
90.5%
IA AVG
75.4%
Rank
#3 / 250
+20%
6.19
Facility
6.19
IA AVG
4.30
Rank
#3 / 242
+44%
0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.8
11
Facility
11
IA AVG
—
3.7
Facility
3.7
IA AVG
4.1
0
Facility
0
IA AVG
1.6
66
A+
22
Facility
22
IA AVG
33
Rank
#51 / 79
Roth, Samantha
$14.1M
Facility
$14.1M
IA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#26 / 244
$7.3M
Facility
$7.3M
IA AVG
$3.1M
Rank
#18 / 244
51.5%
Facility
51.5%
IA AVG
46.3%
Rank
#78 / 244
165473
Hansen House Harlan
Harlan
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.
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).
118
44.9%
Facility
44.9%
IA AVG
75.4%
-40%
-
Facility
-
IA AVG
4.30
-
0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.8
0
Facility
0
IA AVG
—
0.0
Facility
0.0
IA AVG
4.1
0
Facility
0
IA AVG
1.6
53
-
32
Facility
32
IA AVG
33
-
-
Facility
-
IA AVG
$7.0M
-
Facility
-
IA AVG
$3.1M
-
Facility
-
IA AVG
46.3%
-
Edencrest at Pleasant Hill
Pleasant Hill
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.
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).
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.
140
21.4%
Facility
21.4%
IA AVG
75.4%
-72%
-
Facility
-
IA AVG
4.30
-
0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.8
0
Facility
0
IA AVG
—
0.0
Facility
0.0
IA AVG
4.1
0
Facility
0
IA AVG
1.6
30
-
2
Facility
2
IA AVG
33
-
-
Facility
-
IA AVG
$7.0M
-
Facility
-
IA AVG
$3.1M
-
Facility
-
IA AVG
46.3%
-
Maple Crest Manor
Fayette
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.
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.
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).
55
82.6%
Facility
82.6%
IA AVG
75.4%
Rank
#96 / 250
+9%
4.01
Facility
4.01
IA AVG
4.30
Rank
#154 / 242
-7%
16
Facility
16
IA AVG
0.8
8
Facility
8
IA AVG
—
4.0
Facility
4.0
IA AVG
4.1
0
Facility
0
IA AVG
1.6
39
-
29
Facility
29
IA AVG
33
Rank
#43 / 79
Albert W Martin Estate
$5.8M
Facility
$5.8M
IA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#146 / 244
$2.5M
Facility
$2.5M
IA AVG
$3.1M
Rank
#150 / 244
44%
Facility
44%
IA AVG
46.3%
Rank
#148 / 244
165437
Addington Place of Des Moines
Des Moines (Bloomfield/Allen)
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.
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).
54
31.5%
Facility
31.5%
IA AVG
75.4%
-58%
-
Facility
-
IA AVG
4.30
-
0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.8
0
Facility
0
IA AVG
—
0.0
Facility
0.0
IA AVG
4.1
0
Facility
0
IA AVG
1.6
17
-
1
Facility
1
IA AVG
33
-
-
Facility
-
IA AVG
$7.0M
-
Facility
-
IA AVG
$3.1M
-
Facility
-
IA AVG
46.3%
-
Edgewater, a WesleyLife Community for Healthy Living
West Des Moines
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.
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).
40
97.5%
Facility
97.5%
IA AVG
75.4%
Rank
#34 / 250
+29%
4.89
Facility
4.89
IA AVG
4.30
Rank
#55 / 242
+14%
0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.8
7
Facility
7
IA AVG
—
1.8
Facility
1.8
IA AVG
4.1
0
Facility
0
IA AVG
1.6
36
-
7
Facility
7
IA AVG
33
Rank
#69 / 79
Edgewater, A Wesley Active Life Community, Llc
$8.5M
Facility
$8.5M
IA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#84 / 244
$7.1M
Facility
$7.1M
IA AVG
$3.1M
Rank
#20 / 244
83.5%
Facility
83.5%
IA AVG
46.3%
Rank
#5 / 244
165597
The Willows of Marshalltown
Marshalltown
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.
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).
48
62.5%
Facility
62.5%
IA AVG
75.4%
-17%
-
Facility
-
IA AVG
4.30
-
0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.8
0
Facility
0
IA AVG
—
0.0
Facility
0.0
IA AVG
4.1
0
Facility
0
IA AVG
1.6
30
-
1
Facility
1
IA AVG
33
-
-
Facility
-
IA AVG
$7.0M
-
Facility
-
IA AVG
$3.1M
-
Facility
-
IA AVG
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Enjoy an ultimately worry-free lifestyle with the esteemed senior living community of Grand Living at West Des Moines that provides independent, assisted living, and memory care services. Committed to improving seniors’ quality of life, the community boasts its wide array of services and amenities. The community is fashioned with formal and casual dining options with chef-prepared meals daily. With its dedicated and friendly team, residents can receive the utmost care and support they deserve.
Enjoy a 200-seat theater showcasing an array of entertainment options and events including music. Spend quality time with friends within its several community spaces including a grand library, lounge, and an activities room. Relax and meditate in several of its outdoor recreation areas. In Grand Living, every day is made more filled with purpose through utmost care and commitment.
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 55 Years Old
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 bed / 2 bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Situated in the welcoming town of Des Moines, IA, Ramsey Village Continuing Care is a respected senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, respite care, and rehabilitation services. A wide array of spacious and cozy accomodations are available including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom are available for its residents. With a competent and empathetic team, this community provides 24/7 care and support to ensure comfort and security within the place.
With its top-of-the-line amenities and services, residents can enjoy 3 well-balanced meals and snacks daily, community library, game room, and a parlor with a fireplace. Explore its beautifully made shared spaces such as the landscaped interior courtyard. Engage in life enrichment programs in the crafts and activity center to gain more knowledge and experiences. Meet new companions and create unforgettable memories together. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors can enjoy a glorious retirement with Ramsey Village Continuing Care.
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 65 Years Old
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: 1 bed / 2 bed
Building Type: Single-story
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West Ridge Care Center in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, provides exceptional long-term care and top-notch short-term rehabilitation services that truly make a difference in the lives of older adults. With their skilled care and goal-oriented treatment programs, they strive to create a safe and fulfilling environment where residents can thrive. Their nursing home facilities are designed to reflect a warm and welcoming home-like atmosphere, with beautifully appointed residence rooms, inviting dining areas, and comfortable gathering spaces where meaningful connections can be formed.
They understand the importance of nursing home activities in promoting engagement and overall well-being. From arts and crafts to group outings and interactive games, there’s always something exciting happening. West Ridge Care Center also recognizes the importance of meeting nursing home requirements to ensure the highest standards of care. They offer occupational, physical, and speech therapy to promote optimal recovery and independence. Their social services team is always there to provide support and assistance, while the dietary services team ensures that every meal is delicious, nutritious, and tailored to individual needs. In collaboration with local hospice programs, they work closely to provide compassionate end-of-life care when needed, ensuring that every resident’s journey is respected and supported.
Overview of West Ridge Care Center
Ideally situated in the quiet neighborhood of West Ferndale Drive, Council Bluffs, IA, Amelia Senior Living is a respected senior living community providing assisted living. Helping seniors live a maintenance-free lifestyle by taking care of daily living activities around the clock, the community provides more opportunities for seniors to do the things they love. Residents and families can rest easy knowing a trusted community has their backs and their loved ones are well-cared for.
With a jam-packed calendar of fun activities and engaging programs, residents create lasting moments with friends and lead an active lifestyle. Healthy and delightful meals are also provided, ensuring hassle-free dining that satisfies dietary needs and preferences. Amelia Senior Living is dedicated to caring for seniors with its spacious and sophisticated campus with senior-friendly amenities.
Overview of Amelia Senior Living
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
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Fitness and Recreation
Terrace Glen Village is an exquisite senior living community in Marion, Iowa, that is good at making a difference in nursing homes and assisted living communities. It offers a range of services, including independent living, assisted living, and short-term care options, with a focus on providing exceptional nursing home care. Their team is well-equipped to handle complex medical needs, providing personalized care plans and specialized services that cater to individual requirements. From medication management to specialized therapies, residents can rest assured that their well-being is in capable hands.
From the beautifully designed living spaces to the delicious dining experiences, Terrace Glen Village is dedicated to creating an environment that goes beyond the ordinary. The dedicated team of professionals is well-versed in providing the highest level of care and support, ensuring that residents’ physical and emotional well-being is prioritized every step of the way.
Make every moment of your best years count with Edencrest at Siena Hills, a trusted senior living community in Ankeny, IA, offering assisted living and memory care. Featuring different levels of care and personalized care plans, residents receive the utmost care and support for their unique needs and aspirations. An experienced and highly trained team also helps residents 24/7 to ensure they thrive and live to their potential.
Emergency call systems, fun wellness programs, and accessible amenities are provided all over the community for residents’ convenience. Delectable and nutritious meals meet residents’ dietary needs and tastes for a satisfactory dining experience. With pet-friendly spaces and serene walking trails, residents spend their leisure happily.
Overview of Edencrest at Siena Hills
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
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Fitness and Recreation
The Views of Marion offers round-the-clock support in a truly picturesque environment. Amidst stunning surroundings, this community provides a serene haven that brings peace of mind to its residents. Alongside their exceptional assisted living services, The Views of Marlon also provides a specialized memory care unit, dedicated to meeting the unique needs of individuals requiring memory care assistance.
The community’s certified staff is available 24 hours a day, ensuring that residents receive the attention and care they deserve. Additionally, the presence of personal emergency response systems and panic buttons provides added reassurance to both residents and their loved ones. Step into the community’s well-curated common areas, where both the great outdoors and intimate interior spaces beckon residents to relax and enjoy their surroundings. The Views of Cedar Rapids create an ambiance that feels like home, with cozy nooks and inviting corners where residents can unwind and savor moments of tranquility.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Private Rooms
Building Type: Two-story
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Green Hills Retirement Community offers a vibrant lifestyle designed to support those in their golden years. This sprawling 33-acre property, nestled near Iowa State University, provides an exquisite living experience for individuals aged 55 and above. The community boasts beautifully appointed living spaces, ranging from apartments to townhomes, ensuring residents have a variety of comfortable options to choose from.Beyond the luxurious accommodations, Green Hills offers a plethora of wellness opportunities, engaging activities, and delightful restaurant-style dining experiences, creating a fulfilling environment for its residents.
They provide specialized memory care services, catering to individuals with dementia, alongside independent living options. The community is characterized by a compassionate atmosphere, where residents can enjoy their lives to the fullest. Moreover, Green Hills features a Medicare five-star rated health care center, offering both short-term and long-term services, including comprehensive rehabilitation programs. With all these amenities and services under one roof, Green Hills Retirement Community truly becomes a premier choice for residential assisted living.
Overview of Green Hills Retirement Community
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 55 Years Old
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 536 / 644 / 816 / 1,050 - 1,489 sq. ft
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
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Take in the beauty of Pleasant Hill, IA, with the astounding senior living community of Edencrest at Pleasant Hill, which provides assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Here, residents are well-cared for, with a kind and highly trained team attending to their needs and aspirations 24/7. Promoting a bright and friendly environment, the community strives to provide a haven where residents are comfortable and well-cared for.
Alongside cozy amenities and pet-friendly spaces, a robust calendar of events and activities is also conducted for residents to make the most out of their days. Delight with delectable and healthy meals for the finest dining experience. Residents create unforgettable moments with the community’s warmth and dedication.
Overview of Edencrest at Pleasant Hill
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 2-story
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Exercise Programs
Enjoy the finest retirement with the esteemed senior living community of Hansen House Senior Living in Dye Street, Harlan, IA, providing independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The community features snug and sophisticated residences with various floor plans, ensuring seniors live comfortably and safely. With a cheerful and reliable team, seniors can rest assured of having fun companions and genuine care in their golden years.
Explore new interests and meet people with diverse backgrounds through carefully planned activities and programs. Here, residents enjoy mealtimes that satisfy dietary needs and tastes with healthy and delicious meals. Hansen House Senior Living is ideal for seniors in need of assistance to live every day without trouble.
Overview of Hansen House Harlan
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Fitness and Recreation
Assisted Living Magazine Ranking Methodology
View Full Ranking MethodologyHow Assisted Living Magazine Evaluates & Scores Nursing Homes
Assisted Living Magazine ranks nursing homes using a rigorous, data-driven scoring model built specifically for skilled nursing.
Because this care level is regulated, clinical outcomes and compliance carry significantly more weight than transparency or digital presence.
Each community receives a ranking based on the factors below, weighted according to their importance in predicting resident safety, care quality, and long-term stability.
Update cadence: Reviewed quarterly, with prompt updates when new reviews, reports, or complaints are filed.
What We Prioritize Most
Operational Stability & Resident SupportThe largest share of every nursing home’s score — 45% of the total weighting — comes from clinical and regulatory indicators, including:
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Overall, staffing, and inspection ratings -
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Nurse-to-resident and staff-to-resident ratios - Health deficiencies and regulatory history
- Accreditations and positive local news reporting
These factors directly reflect resident safety, care quality, and compliance.
Another 35% of the score comes from operational and stability signals, such as:
- Nurse hours per patient per day
- Occupancy levels and cleanliness citations
- Administrative stability and ownership quality
- Readmission rates and registered-nurse turnover
The remaining 20% of the score includes contextual elements such as:
- Year built or renovated
- Penalties, fines, and preventable readmissions
- Revenue per bed
- Administrator tenure
These factors help round out the overall picture but carry less weight because our methodology prioritizes clinical outcomes and regulatory consistency above all else.
The result is a clear, data-driven ranking system that elevates nursing homes delivering exceptional care and long-term resident safety.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What government services provide money for senior housing?
Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:
- Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
- Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
- Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
- Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
- State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
- Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
- Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
How do you pick the homes you recommend?
Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.
Do you help families that need Medicaid?
Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.
How much does this service cost?
We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up.
What services do you offer?
- Finding and ranking the best assisted living facilities
- Finding and ranking the best nursing homes
- Finding and ranking the best memory care facilities
- Our concierge service helps seniors move into the perfect home for them
- Helping seniors use medicare, medicaid, and other government programs to pay for their homes
- Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
- Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
- Autobiography & Family History Writing + Research
- Senior-focused concierge medicine
- Senior-focused nutritionist
- Senior-focused personal training
- Memory care specialists
- Custom wheelchairs at all price points.
- Custom hearing aids
- Cosmetic skincare + dermatology
- Companionship: We offer in-person and virtual companionship services. Someone engaging to hang out with or talk to on video chat.
- Senior housing concierge. Our service finds the best senior living options based on your needs, income, and personality.
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