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| Valley View Village |
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.
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
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.
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. | Des Moines (Fairmont Park) | 79
Facility
79
IA AVG
71
Rank
#117 / 407 |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
IA AVG
75.4%
Rank
#1 / 401 | +33% | 5.52
Facility
5.52
IA AVG
4.30
Rank
#22 / 241 | +29% | +29% | $9.1k
Facility
$9.1k
IA AVG
$53.4k
Rank
#170 / 246 | 19
Facility
19
IA AVG
21.7
Rank
#139 / 241 | 3.2
Facility
3.2
IA AVG
4.1
Rank
#94 / 241 | 2 | 75 | - |
38
Facility
38
IA AVG
45
Rank
#305 / 528 | Elim Care Inc | $9.7M
Facility
$9.7M
IA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#70 / 242 | $7.0M
Facility
$7.0M
IA AVG
$3.1M
Rank
#32 / 242 | 71.8%
Facility
71.8%
IA AVG
46.3%
Rank
#13 / 242 | 165507 | ||||
| Ramsey Village Continuing Care |
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.
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.
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. | Des Moines (Drake) | 78
Facility
78
IA AVG
71
Rank
#119 / 407 |
85.8%
Facility
85.8%
IA AVG
75.4%
Rank
#93 / 401 | +14% | 4.04
Facility
4.04
IA AVG
4.30
Rank
#148 / 241 | -46% | -6% | $0
Facility
$0
IA AVG
$53.4k
Rank
#1 / 246 | 31
Facility
31
IA AVG
21.7
Rank
#188 / 241 | 4.4
Facility
4.4
IA AVG
4.1
Rank
#156 / 241 | 1 | 70 | - |
38
Facility
38
IA AVG
45
Rank
#305 / 528 | Claremont House Inc. | $12.4M
Facility
$12.4M
IA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#43 / 242 | $8.5M
Facility
$8.5M
IA AVG
$3.1M
Rank
#20 / 242 | 68.5%
Facility
68.5%
IA AVG
46.3%
Rank
#29 / 242 | 165514 | ||||
| West Ridge 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).
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. | Cedar Rapids | 60
Facility
60
IA AVG
71
Rank
#214 / 407 |
75.0%
Facility
75.0%
IA AVG
75.4%
Rank
#158 / 401 | -1% | 4.88
Facility
4.88
IA AVG
4.30
Rank
#52 / 241 | +31% | +14% | $0
Facility
$0
IA AVG
$53.4k
Rank
#1 / 246 | 5
Facility
5
IA AVG
21.7
Rank
#20 / 241 | 2.5
Facility
2.5
IA AVG
4.1
Rank
#58 / 241 | - | 52 | - |
48
Facility
48
IA AVG
45
Rank
#241 / 528 | Elaine Sample | $9.4M
Facility
$9.4M
IA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#77 / 242 | $4.8M
Facility
$4.8M
IA AVG
$3.1M
Rank
#83 / 242 | 51.1%
Facility
51.1%
IA AVG
46.3%
Rank
#156 / 242 | 165567 | ||||
| Ridgecrest Village |
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. | Davenport (Northwest Boulevard) | 82
Facility
82
IA AVG
71
Rank
#100 / 407 |
67.1%
Facility
67.1%
IA AVG
75.4%
Rank
#202 / 401 | -11% | 3.98
Facility
3.98
IA AVG
4.30
Rank
#148 / 241 | +31% | -7% | $118.9k
Facility
$118.9k
IA AVG
$53.4k
Rank
#223 / 246 | 43
Facility
43
IA AVG
21.7
Rank
#213 / 241 | 7.2
Facility
7.2
IA AVG
4.1
Rank
#220 / 241 | 3 | 55 | - |
41
Facility
41
IA AVG
45
Rank
#287 / 528 | Michael Beaderstadt | $15.8M
Facility
$15.8M
IA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#20 / 242 | $8.1M
Facility
$8.1M
IA AVG
$3.1M
Rank
#23 / 242 | 51.1%
Facility
51.1%
IA AVG
46.3%
Rank
#156 / 242 | 165049 | ||||
| Terrace Glen Village |
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. | Marion (Flynn) | 40
Facility
40
IA AVG
71
Rank
#325 / 407 |
95.0%
Facility
95.0%
IA AVG
75.4%
Rank
#24 / 401 | +26% | 4.48
Facility
4.48
IA AVG
4.30
Rank
#80 / 241 | +20% | +4% | $12.2k
Facility
$12.2k
IA AVG
$53.4k
Rank
#162 / 246 | 14
Facility
14
IA AVG
21.7
Rank
#105 / 241 | 4.7
Facility
4.7
IA AVG
4.1
Rank
#162 / 241 | 4 | 38 | A |
14
Facility
14
IA AVG
45
Rank
#444 / 528 | Abernathy Family Farms LLC | $9.5M
Facility
$9.5M
IA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#75 / 242 | $4.5M
Facility
$4.5M
IA AVG
$3.1M
Rank
#90 / 242 | 47.9%
Facility
47.9%
IA AVG
46.3%
Rank
#183 / 242 | 165625 | ||||
| Mill Pond |
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. | Ankeny | 60
Facility
60
IA AVG
71
Rank
#214 / 407 |
98.3%
Facility
98.3%
IA AVG
75.4%
Rank
#14 / 401 | +30% | 4.91
Facility
4.91
IA AVG
4.30
Rank
#52 / 241 | -16% | +14% | $0
Facility
$0
IA AVG
$53.4k
Rank
#1 / 246 | 9
Facility
9
IA AVG
21.7
Rank
#62 / 241 | 3.0
Facility
3.0
IA AVG
4.1
Rank
#81 / 241 | - | 57 | - |
16
Facility
16
IA AVG
45
Rank
#439 / 528 | Phs Management, LLC | $13.9M
Facility
$13.9M
IA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#32 / 242 | $6.9M
Facility
$6.9M
IA AVG
$3.1M
Rank
#34 / 242 | 49.4%
Facility
49.4%
IA AVG
46.3%
Rank
#177 / 242 | 165261 | ||||
| Bethany Home Retirement 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).
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.
NC Nursing Care | Dubuque (Eagle Point District) | 66
Facility
66
IA AVG
71
Rank
#182 / 407 |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
IA AVG
75.4%
Rank
#1 / 401 | +33% | 4.19
Facility
4.19
IA AVG
4.30
Rank
#120 / 241 | 0% | -2% | $0
Facility
$0
IA AVG
$53.4k
Rank
#1 / 246 | 2
Facility
2
IA AVG
21.7
Rank
#6 / 241 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
IA AVG
4.1
Rank
#23 / 241 | - | 65 | - |
69
Facility
69
IA AVG
45
Rank
#103 / 528 | Mike Brannon | $9.8M
Facility
$9.8M
IA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#68 / 242 | $6.3M
Facility
$6.3M
IA AVG
$3.1M
Rank
#38 / 242 | 64.6%
Facility
64.6%
IA AVG
46.3%
Rank
#47 / 242 | 165584 | ||||
| The Views of Marion |
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.
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. | Marion | 60
Facility
60
IA AVG
71
Rank
#214 / 407 |
48.3%
Facility
48.3%
IA AVG
75.4%
Rank
#290 / 401 | -36% | 4.15
Facility
4.15
IA AVG
4.30
Rank
#139 / 241 | -35% | -3% | $0
Facility
$0
IA AVG
$53.4k
Rank
#1 / 246 | 12
Facility
12
IA AVG
21.7
Rank
#86 / 241 | 3.0
Facility
3.0
IA AVG
4.1
Rank
#81 / 241 | - | 29 | - |
37
Facility
37
IA AVG
45
Rank
#315 / 528 | Dallas Urbain | $10.5M
Facility
$10.5M
IA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#57 / 242 | $4.6M
Facility
$4.6M
IA AVG
$3.1M
Rank
#88 / 242 | 44.1%
Facility
44.1%
IA AVG
46.3%
Rank
#201 / 242 | 165626 | ||||
| Green Hills Retirement Community |
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.
NC Nursing Care | Ames (Hamilton Drive) | 56
Facility
56
IA AVG
71
Rank
#234 / 407 |
78.6%
Facility
78.6%
IA AVG
75.4%
Rank
#134 / 401 | +4% | 5.86
Facility
5.86
IA AVG
4.30
Rank
#10 / 241 | -11% | +36% | $0
Facility
$0
IA AVG
$53.4k
Rank
#1 / 246 | 8
Facility
8
IA AVG
21.7
Rank
#50 / 241 | 4.0
Facility
4.0
IA AVG
4.1
Rank
#135 / 241 | - | 45 | - |
18
Facility
18
IA AVG
45
Rank
#430 / 528 | Green Hills Residents' Association | $8.6M
Facility
$8.6M
IA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#86 / 242 | $5.4M
Facility
$5.4M
IA AVG
$3.1M
Rank
#56 / 242 | 62.6%
Facility
62.6%
IA AVG
46.3%
Rank
#61 / 242 | 165577 | ||||
| Sunrise Retirement Community |
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.
NC Nursing 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. | Sioux City | 74
Facility
74
IA AVG
71
Rank
#136 / 407 |
90.5%
Facility
90.5%
IA AVG
75.4%
Rank
#59 / 401 | +20% | 6.19
Facility
6.19
IA AVG
4.30
Rank
#3 / 241 | -23% | +44% | $0
Facility
$0
IA AVG
$53.4k
Rank
#1 / 246 | 11
Facility
11
IA AVG
21.7
Rank
#78 / 241 | 3.7
Facility
3.7
IA AVG
4.1
Rank
#118 / 241 | - | 68 | A+ |
22
Facility
22
IA AVG
45
Rank
#411 / 528 | Samantha Roth | $14.6M
Facility
$14.6M
IA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#25 / 242 | $8.5M
Facility
$8.5M
IA AVG
$3.1M
Rank
#19 / 242 | 58.2%
Facility
58.2%
IA AVG
46.3%
Rank
#93 / 242 | 165473 | ||||
| Cedar Ridge Village |
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. | West Des Moines (Heritage Bend) | 40
Facility
40
IA AVG
71
Rank
#325 / 407 |
95.0%
Facility
95.0%
IA AVG
75.4%
Rank
#24 / 401 | +26% | 5.14
Facility
5.14
IA AVG
4.30
Rank
#40 / 241 | +11% | +20% | $0
Facility
$0
IA AVG
$53.4k
Rank
#1 / 246 | 20
Facility
20
IA AVG
21.7
Rank
#148 / 241 | 5.0
Facility
5.0
IA AVG
4.1
Rank
#171 / 241 | - | 39 | A+ |
5
Facility
5
IA AVG
45
Rank
#488 / 528 | Central Iowa Hospital Corporation | $8.5M
Facility
$8.5M
IA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#87 / 242 | $4.3M
Facility
$4.3M
IA AVG
$3.1M
Rank
#98 / 242 | 50.6%
Facility
50.6%
IA AVG
46.3%
Rank
#160 / 242 | 165790 | ||||
| Rotary Senior Living |
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. | Eagle Grove | 40
Facility
40
IA AVG
71
Rank
#325 / 407 |
77.5%
Facility
77.5%
IA AVG
75.4%
Rank
#143 / 401 | +3% | 3.73
Facility
3.73
IA AVG
4.30
Rank
#190 / 241 | +45% | -13% | $100.1k
Facility
$100.1k
IA AVG
$53.4k
Rank
#218 / 246 | 22
Facility
22
IA AVG
21.7
Rank
#160 / 241 | 4.4
Facility
4.4
IA AVG
4.1
Rank
#156 / 241 | 2 | 33 | - |
24
Facility
24
IA AVG
45
Rank
#403 / 528 | James Christ | $5.6M
Facility
$5.6M
IA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#157 / 242 | $3.6M
Facility
$3.6M
IA AVG
$3.1M
Rank
#132 / 242 | 64%
Facility
64%
IA AVG
46.3%
Rank
#51 / 242 | 165500 | ||||
| Prairie Gate | - |
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).
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. | Council Bluffs | 36
Facility
36
IA AVG
71
Rank
#361 / 407 |
94.4%
Facility
94.4%
IA AVG
75.4%
Rank
#31 / 401 | +25% | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 34 | - |
6
Facility
6
IA AVG
45
Rank
#486 / 528 | Natasha Urinko | $5.6M
Facility
$5.6M
IA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#153 / 242 | $2.0M
Facility
$2.0M
IA AVG
$3.1M
Rank
#222 / 242 | 36%
Facility
36%
IA AVG
46.3%
Rank
#229 / 242 | 165789 |
| The Summit at Bettendorf |
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. | Bettendorf | 40
Facility
40
IA AVG
71
Rank
#325 / 407 |
87.5%
Facility
87.5%
IA AVG
75.4%
Rank
#76 / 401 | +16% | 4.75
Facility
4.75
IA AVG
4.30
Rank
#62 / 241 | +23% | +11% | $26.4k
Facility
$26.4k
IA AVG
$53.4k
Rank
#182 / 246 | 13
Facility
13
IA AVG
21.7
Rank
#95 / 241 | 4.3
Facility
4.3
IA AVG
4.1
Rank
#152 / 241 | 1 | 37 | - |
11
Facility
11
IA AVG
45
Rank
#463 / 528 | - | $12.0M
Facility
$12.0M
IA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#45 / 242 | $5.9M
Facility
$5.9M
IA AVG
$3.1M
Rank
#43 / 242 | 49.1%
Facility
49.1%
IA AVG
46.3%
Rank
#179 / 242 | 165793 | ||||
| Friendship Village |
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. | Waterloo | 72
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#202 / 528 | Friends Of Faith Retirement Homes, Inc | $20.7M
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Overview of Solon Nursing Care Center
Owned by Lucille Atkinson, Solon Nursing Care Center is a skilled nursing facility in Solon, Iowa. The community with 96 beds serves older adults who need post-acute rehabilitation and longer-term skilled nursing care. Programs include rehabilitation nursing and specialized support for residents living independently within the facility. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted from families looking for options for arranging care.
The facility is in a moderately walkable area with a Walk Score of 54, so some daily errands can be completed on foot. The community has an occupancy rate of 69%. Residents stay an average of 155 days, including short-term rehabilitation patients and those receiving longer-term care. Daily nurse staffing averages 4 hours and 14 minutes per resident. Registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses provide hands-on support and clinical oversight.
Outpatient therapy services are available on-site, so residents don’t have to leave the facility to access rehabilitation care. The facility also coordinates physician services within the community, which streamlines medical oversight.
State inspections have reviewed call light response times, fall prevention practices, infection control procedures, and staffing levels. Families touring the facility should ask how these areas are managed daily and what procedures are in place to support resident care and safety.
Overview of Hillcrest Home, INC
Owned by Mission Interests Committee Inc., Hillcrest Home, Inc is a 61-bed nursing facility providing short-term rehabilitation and longer-term care. The facility has an occupancy rate of 70%. Residents stay an average of 160 days. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families multiple ways to cover care costs.
Daily nurse staffing averages 4 hours and 22 minutes per resident each day. Residents are supported by registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses on staff. This level of hands-on support shows the facility’s commitment to daily clinical care/
In recent inspections, Hillcrest has demonstrated substantial compliance with regulatory standards. The facility has worked through earlier challenges with medication administration and grievance handling, and those areas show marked improvement in regulatory findings.
The location has a Walk Score of 38, so some nearby services are within walking distance. However, most visits and errands are more convenient with transportation. Residents and families will find that the neighborhood is a quiet, accessible part of Iowa for daily life and visits.
Overview of Harmony Waterloo
Owned by Justin Knapp, Harmony Waterloo is a skilled nursing home in Waterloo, Iowa. The home specializes in short-term rehabilitation and recovery, with dedicated programs in orthopedic and stroke rehabilitation. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families multiple ways to cover post-acute and rehabilitation stays.
The facility focuses on rehabilitation, so it’s best for residents recovering from surgery, a fall, a stroke, or another hospitalization. Residents stay an average of 117 days because of the home’s role in helping people return to independent living or move into a longer-term care setting.
Clinically, the home has solid staffing support. Nurse staffing averages 3 hours and 51 minutes per resident each day, which includes registered nurse time, licensed practical nurses, and nursing aide support. Residents get consistent attention throughout the day.
The home is in a very walkable location with a Walk Score of 83. Families and visitors will find the neighborhood convenient to navigate on foot. The accessibility here makes it easier for loved ones to visit regularly, as residents recover during their stay.
Overview of Harmony Dubuque
Located in Dubuque, Iowa, Harmony Dubuque is a nursing home owned by Brandy Feller. The facility accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, so families have several ways to pay for care. The home focuses on short-term rehabilitation and skilled nursing services. Residents stay an average of 66 days, which includes those recovering from recent health events and receiving transitional care before returning home.
Rehabilitation is a major part of the facility’s daily operations. Residents have access to rehabilitation services and short-term rehab programs. The home also accommodates patients recovering from strokes and other neurological conditions. Respite care is available for families who need temporary care for a loved one. For residents with kidney-related conditions, peritoneal dialysis is available on-site.
Daily nursing support averages about 3 hours and 51 minutes per resident. Residents are also supported by registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses. Daily hands-on support is important in the facility’s approach, particularly for residents recovering from surgery, illness, or hospitalization.
The facility is in a highly walkable area of Dubuque, with a Walk Score of 89. Many nearby services and everyday essentials are within walking distance, making visits more convenient for family members spending time at the community.
Overview of Great River Care Center
Owned by Edgewood Convalescent Home Inc., Great River Care Center is a skilled nursing home with four decades of experience serving residents in Iowa. It accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, providing ways for families to arrange care. The 39-bed facility has an occupancy rate of 79% and operates with the expectation of longer-term stays. Residents stay an average of around 291 days.
The facility provides rehabilitation services and maintains nursing care at 4 hours and 22 minutes per resident daily. Registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses are distributed throughout the day. This level of staffing supports residents working toward recovery and those requiring ongoing skilled nursing support.
The location has a score of 43 for walkability. Some errands can be handled on foot, while most trips will need transportation. The surrounding area is typical of Iowa nursing homes, with a combination of residential character and accessibility to regional services.
Inspections over the past six years focused on operational and care-procedure matters. The facility has worked through findings and maintained compliance certifications. Families touring the home should ask how the care team manages daily clinical processes and staff routines.
Overview of Good Samaritan Society – Red Oak
Located in Red Oak, Iowa, Good Samaritan Society – Red Oak is a 53-bed skilled nursing home owned by William Butz. The facility accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, so there are several ways families can cover the cost of care. The community has 70% occupancy and serves residents with different care needs. Residents stay an average of 248 days, which includes people recovering from illness or injury as well as residents who require ongoing skilled nursing care.
Daily nursing support averages 3 hours and 48 minutes per resident. Registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses make up the care team. That staffing level supports daily hands-on support, medication management, and medical oversight. Rehabilitation therapy services are available on-site, too. It’s a service for residents while recovering from surgery, stroke, or a hospital stay.
Inspection findings over recent years have centered on care protocols and resident safety practices. Areas reviewed included assessment accuracy, hospital care transitions, pressure ulcer prevention and management, fall prevention systems, medication administration safeguards, food safety and handling, and infection control procedures. The facility was able to address prior findings, and the most recent re-inspection confirmed substantial compliance with state requirements.
The home has a Walk Score of 41. Some nearby services are within walking distance, but most appointments and errands require transportation. Families considering skilled nursing care in the Red Oak area should take a tour and learn more about its rehabilitation services and care programs.
Overview of United Presbyterian Home
The United Presbyterian Home operates a 55-bed skilled nursing unit as part of its 35-acre continuing care retirement campus in Washington, Iowa. The facility coordinates billing through Medicare and Medicaid, offering options for people recovering from short-term hospital stays as well as those needing long-term residential placements. Stays here average about 171 days, and visitors will find the local neighborhood highly walkable, scoring an 81 out of 100 for foot travel.
Residents get around 4 hours and 52 minutes of direct daily care from the on-floor nursing staff and nurse aides. To minimize travel for medical checkups, the team partners with specialized therapists to offer physical, occupational, and speech therapy right on campus. The property also runs an independent home health service for residents transitioning back to apartments, cottages, or studios, and features a wellness center equipped with an indoor walking track and a warm water therapy pool.
Reviews by state inspectors over the last 16 years have consistently monitored environmental management, staff supervision, and clinical documentation to ensure regulatory safety guidelines are met.
Prospective families can reach out to the admissions office to check on current bed availability, learn about the campus home health services, or schedule a tour of the grounds. The main desk can also explain the entry paperwork and outline how Medicaid or Medicare applies to the community’s different care programs.
Overview of Tabor Manor Care Center
Tabor Manor Care Center is a 46-bed skilled nursing facility in Tabor, Iowa. Owned by Timothy Worcester, the property has been operating for 50 years, maintains an 85 percent occupancy rate, and accepts private pay alongside Medicare and Medicaid. Stays here average around 315 days, which indicates that the building primarily serves a long-term resident population alongside individuals undergoing short-term rehabilitation.
The floor staff provides about 3 hours and 56 minutes of direct daily care to each resident. A 24-hour coordinated nursing model splits this hands-on time among registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and nurse aides who manage physical therapies and ongoing clinical needs. Outside the building, the small-town setting yields a walkability score of 33 out of 100, meaning you can reach a few basic local medical services on foot, but most daily errands require a vehicle.
State reports highlighted a few operational areas for improvement, specifically regarding internal medical documentation accuracy, infection control protocols, and family communication following resident incidents. The administration utilizes these inspection notes to sharpen its training programs and update staff guidelines.
Prospective residents can call the administrative office to check on current bed availability, ask about the schedule for physical therapy, or set up a time to visit the building.
Sunrise Terrace Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is a 46-bed non-profit facility in Winfield, Iowa, run by owner Mathew Anderson and administrator Lindsay Remick. Operating for 50 years as a community church ministry, the building maintains a 78 percent occupancy rate and accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Stays here average about 180 days, meaning the daily population is a balanced mix of short-term rehabilitation patients and long-term residents.
Medical care on the floor is supported by 24-hour nursing coverage and an on-staff physician, with a team that provides an average of 4 hours and 28 minutes of direct care to each resident daily. Registered nurses account for 49 minutes of that daily time, helping coordinate pain management, restorative care, and on-site physical, occupational, and speech therapies. For day-to-day amenities, the campus includes an outdoor patio, a beauty salon, a spa with a whirlpool, and restaurant-style dining with a salad bar. The surrounding rural neighborhood requires a vehicle for travel and errands.
Regulatory surveys conducted by state inspectors show the facility held a clean record, maintaining full compliance with no health deficiencies or complaints. This clean track record leaves the home with a citation rate of zero.
Families can call the front desk to check on current room openings, ask about the schedule for therapy services, or schedule a tour of the gardens and building.
Overview of Sunny Hill Care Center
Sunny Hill Care Center is a 57-bed nursing home in Tama, Iowa, managed by Premier Senior Management LLC and led by administrator Megan Thiessen. The building runs at an 84 percent occupancy rate and coordinates billing through private pay, Medicare, and Medicaid. Because lengths of stay average around 209 days, the daily makeup of the building consists of a fairly even blend of short-term rehab patients and long-term residents.
On the floor, the clinical staff delivers about 3 hours and 47 minutes of direct daily care to each resident. This hands-on time includes 45 minutes from registered nurses, 2 hours and 3 minutes from nurse aides, and 7 minutes from licensed practical nurses who help run the on-site hospice, respite care, and physical therapies. The building also handles outpatient care to help people transitioning back home, while the local neighborhood scores a 49 out of 100 for walkability, making a car necessary for most errands.
State records show that recent inspection findings focused on standard resident care procedures, medication management, and fall prevention. A subsequent re-inspection verified that the facility completed all required corrective actions, returning the property to full regulatory compliance.
Interested individuals can get in touch with the admissions office to check on current bed availability, ask about the outpatient therapy options, or schedule a walkthrough. The front office can also explain the billing paperwork and outline how different insurance plans apply to the fees.
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
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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
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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
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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
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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 Iowa
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 222 nursing homes in Iowa. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right nursing home 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 nursing homes 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.
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