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Best Nursing Homes in Iowa

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Last updated
Jun 2026
We analyzed
222 homes in Iowa

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Iowa Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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The information below is reported by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing.

180 facilities compared · CMS & IA Dept. of Health data

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
275-
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
170-
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
355-
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
438A
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
-68A+
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
-39A+
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
233-
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
137-
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
Facility 72
IA AVG 71
Rank #143 / 407
91.7%
Facility 91.7%
IA AVG 75.4%
Rank #50 / 401
+22%
6.17
Facility 6.17
IA AVG 4.30
Rank #3 / 241
+5%+44%
$0
Facility $0
IA AVG $53.4k
Rank #1 / 246
8
Facility 8
IA AVG 21.7
Rank #50 / 241
2.0
Facility 2.0
IA AVG 4.1
Rank #23 / 241
169-
52
Facility 52
IA AVG 45
Rank #202 / 528
Friends Of Faith Retirement Homes, Inc
$20.7M
Facility $20.7M
IA AVG $7.0M
Rank #12 / 242
$11.6M
Facility $11.6M
IA AVG $3.1M
Rank #7 / 242
56%
Facility 56%
IA AVG 46.3%
Rank #114 / 242
165081
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Overview of Risen Son Christian Village

Located just outside Ohama, Risen Son Christian Village is a community deeply rooted in faith, offering a holistic approach to senior living. Within its welcoming embrace, residents have access to a range of exceptional services, including assisted living, memory care, short-term rehabilitation, and long-term healthcare support. Embracing a philosophy of spaciousness and tranquility, the home offers comfortable and thoughtfully designed apartments. These living spaces become sanctuaries where residents can find solace and contentment, surrounded by an atmosphere of faith and love. With compassionate caregivers available around the clock, residents can enjoy peace of mind, knowing that their needs are attended to with utmost care and dedication.
The community exudes a distinct small-town charm, creating an intimate and close-knit environment that fosters genuine connections among residents and staff. It’s a place where neighbors become friends, and a true sense of community thrives. Residents can bid farewell to the burdens of household chores and upkeep, allowing them to focus on embracing the fullness of their lives. With meticulous attention to cleanliness and aesthetics, Risen Son Christian Village emanates a sense of professionalism and elegance, creating an ambiance that enhances the overall living experience.

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Overview of Countrysidehealth Care Center

Countryside Health Care Center is an esteemed facility in Sioux City, Iowa. This privately-owned center offers a diverse range of care options, including Reliant Rehab therapy, short-term and long-term skilled nursing, and respite care, ensuring specialized attention for each resident. Their holistic approach caters to residents’ physical, mental, and social needs, creating a fulfilling experience for each individual. Conveniently located near Highway 20 in Sioux City, this senior care facility serves families across the Siouxland areas, fostering a supportive community. 

At Countryside Health Care Center, a dedicated team with extensive knowledge and experience ensures personalized and compassionate care for every resident. This assisted living community’s unwavering commitment to residents’ well-being creates a welcoming environment where seniors can thrive and achieve optimal health and happiness. 

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Overview of Eagle Point Health Care Center

Eagle Point Health Care Center provides personalized skilled nursing and long-term care in Clinton, Iowa, with in-house therapy and experienced staff. The facility specializes in residents with higher-acuity needs, including complex medical conditions and mental illness. It offers a calm, home-like environment where residents are treated with dignity.

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Overview of Kingsley Specialty Care

Welcome to Kingsley Specialty Care, a reputable assisted living community nestled in Sioux City, Iowa. With a capacity of 43 beds, Kingsley Specialty Care’s skilled nursing facility offers a comprehensive range of services, including rehabilitation, skilled nursing care, long-term care, and hospice care. As a proud member of Care Initiatives, Iowa’s largest not-for-profit skilled nursing and long-term care provider, Kingsley Specialty Care is dedicated to delivering compassionate and personalized care tailored to each resident’s unique needs. The facility’s unwavering commitment to dignity and empathy ensures that residents receive the utmost attention and support they deserve.

At Kingsley Specialty Care, the team extends caring services to Iowans from all walks of life, focusing on their transitional health care requirements and overall well-being. As a testament to their dedication, the facility accepts both Medicare and Medicaid, and proudly serves as a contracted provider for the Veterans Affairs Community Nursing Home Program. When residents or their loved ones choose Kingsley Specialty Care, they can trust that they will be in capable and compassionate hands, receiving the highest standard of care in a warm and welcoming environment. 

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Overview of Oakview Nursing & Rehabilitation

Oakview Nursing & Rehabilitation is a 40-bed facility at 720 Oakbrook Drive in Marion, Iowa. Owned and administered by Dallas Urbain, the community has operated since 2020, primarily serving short-term rehabilitation patients while also offering long-term and specialized dementia care. Centrally located in Linn County, the campus is highly accessible with a Walk Score of 89.

The facility is CMS-certified and carries an above average 4-star overall rating, a performance tier higher than the state average. Between 2020 and 2025, the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing (DIAL) conducted 18 inspections, yielding a per-inspection average of 1.6 deficiencies, 11% below the state average. While the August 2025 annual survey resulted in one administrative citation, a 2024 survey identified five deficiencies, including a physical abuse finding involving a staff member and unsanitary kitchen conditions. No fines or payment denials have been issued in the past three years.

Staffing levels are a clinical differentiator, particularly regarding specialized nursing presence. Total nursing hours run 4 hours 5 minutes per resident day, exceeding the Iowa average of 3 hours 48 minutes. Registered Nurse (RN) hours are 11% above the state average, and weekend RN coverage is remarkably high at 1 hour 2 minutes per day—double the Iowa average of 30 minutes. Quality metrics show zero short-stay falls with major injury, though long-stay residents experience high-risk pressure ulcers and UTIs at rates significantly higher than state averages.

The campus provides a residential setting with 24-hour visitation and a full-time chaplain for spiritual support. Shared amenities and services include on-site physical, occupational, and speech therapy, private rooms with facility-wide Wi-Fi, and a beauty shop. The facility offers bereavement accommodations and coordinates complimentary transportation for medical and social needs. Lifestyle programs feature multi-denominational weekly religious services and volunteer-led social engagement.

Prospective residents should evaluate the current bedside care standards during an on-site visit. It is advisable to ask the administrator for specific details on the corrective actions taken following the 2024 abuse and 2025 supervision findings, and to confirm how the facility is addressing clinical outliers related to pressure ulcers and infection prevention to maintain its 2026 quality performance.

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Overview of Rose Haven Nursing Home

Rose Haven Nursing Home is a 58-bed facility in Marengo, Iowa, run by administrator Tereni Kepler. The building operates at roughly 78 percent occupancy and handles billing through private pay alongside Medicare and Medicaid. Lengths of stay average around 93 days, which means the daily routine balances short-term, post-hospital recovery therapies with traditional extended nursing placements.

The on-floor nursing team provides an average of 3 hours and 34 minutes of direct daily care to each resident. Registered nurses account for 32 minutes of this daily care, working alongside nurse aides to manage physical, occupational, and speech therapy routines. The facility coordinates music sessions, group games, and dietary consultations for tailored meals to support daily life. The town setting has a walkability score of 47 out of 100, indicating that while you can handle a few minor errands on foot, a short drive is required for most trips.

Families can reach out to the admissions office to check on current room openings, look over the seasonal events calendar, or plan a walkthrough of the therapy rooms. The business desk can also help verify your financial eligibility and clarify how Medicare or state aid programs handle short-term recovery costs.

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Overview of Azria Health Park Place

Azria Health Park Place is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center in Des Moines. It is proud to be one of the few communities in the city that delivers exceptional individualized care for its unique residents. They aim to change the meaning of recovery for seniors through the outstanding level of care delivered by their patient-friendly staff to offer the best care possible for their residents. Azria strives to have all its residents experience the comprehensive and exemplary care offered.

Expect nothing but quality regarding their service: an advanced level of recovery found in long-term and post-acute rehabilitative services. They also proudly offer specialized care programs such as neurological and stroke services, orthopedic care, prosthetic training, pulmonary rehabilitation, post-cardiac care, and wound care– all created to have the right provision of multidisciplinary healthcare services such as therapy, enriching activities, and discharge planning.

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Overview of Windmill Manor

Nestled in Coralville, Iowa, Windmill Manor shines as a beacon of exceptional skilled nursing services. Their extensive medical offerings range from long-term care to outpatient services, respite care, and hospice care, with a team of dedicated professionals providing 24-hour nursing support. Residents benefit from the expertise of a registered dietitian and regular physician visits, ensuring comprehensive well-being. This secure community is further enhanced by its picturesque gardens, offering a haven for seniors seeking a serene yet engaging lifestyle.

Here, residents enjoy both security and freedom in a thoughtfully designed environment, where airy surroundings blend seamlessly with safety measures. With the option of private or companion suites, and a range of social and recreational activities, including a remarkable geriatric nutritional program, Windmill Manor creates a holistic living experience. This exceptional community doesn’t just promise excellence – it’s backed by the positive reviews and strong reputation that reflect its commitment to top-tier care and support.

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Overview of Friendship Village

Conveniently located near MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center in Waterloo, IA, Friendship Village is an astounding community that offers independent living, assisted living, and long-term care. The community also features beautifully furnished and spacious floor plans, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe. Residents can also keep their peace of mind with the community helping with housekeeping and chores.

Fun recreational activities and enriching programs are conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and maintain social connections. Residents also enjoy a delightful dining experience with delicious and well-balanced meals to meet their dietary needs and preferences. Pets are welcome to stay to ease residents’ loneliness. The community is ideal for those seeking independence in retirement, especially with its vibrant and welcoming environment.

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Overview of Silver Oak Nursing and Rehabilitation LLC

Located at 455 31st Street in Marion, Iowa, Silver Oak Nursing and Rehabilitation LLC is a nursing home owned by Ryan Coane and administered by Ailson De Jong. The 91-bed facility provides skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services, and dementia support. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, so families have several options for covering short-term rehabilitation and longer-term residential care.

The community has an occupancy rate of 77%, and residents stay an average of 134 days. The facility’s location in a highly walkable neighborhood offers convenient access to nearby services for visiting family members and staff.

Rehabilitation is a major focus of the community. Physical therapy staffing exceeds state averages. Daily nurse staffing averages 4 hours and 28 minutes per resident, combining registered nurse, licensed practical nurse, and certified nurse aide support. The facility operates 24 hours a day and provides care for residents needing dementia support, rehabilitation services, and skilled nursing care.

Meals are prepared by chefs and served according to every resident’s dietary requirements to accommodate a range of nutritional needs and preferences.

State inspections by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing addressed recurring issues related to care delivery, documentation, and resident safety. The facility meets regulatory standards and welcomes family tours to discuss how these operational areas are managed.

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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.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

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 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.