Page 6 of Best Nursing Homes in Iowa

Overview of Solon Nursing Care Center

Outpatient Therapy is a listed program at Solon Nursing Care Center, which means rehabilitation without checking in. Physician Services, Skilled Rehabilitation Nursing, and Long-Term Nursing Care are named on the same list. Five care types operate across 96 beds in Solon. A resident can move up a level as needs grow without leaving the community, which is the practical reason a building carries this many care types.

Independent living is defined by what nobody does for you. No one sets the day’s schedule, and community services replace errands rather than the routine.

Assisted living picks up bathing, dressing, and medication. Memory care goes further, for a person who can get lost on a route they’ve known for their whole life.

Licensed nursing support runs continuously, so what shapes a resident’s day is the care they need rather than the hour on the clock. Nursing time lands at 5 hours and 1 minute per resident daily.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Melissa Reed serves as administrator. The area scores 54 for walkability, which puts a few errands within reach for a resident who’s given up driving, with the rest left to getting help from a relative with a car.

Willow Dale Wellness Village provides nursing home and skilled nursing care, assisted living, hospice care, and independent living in Battle Creek, IA. Skilled nursing and nursing home care provide licensed nursing support on site around the clock, while assisted living helps residents with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication management while they keep their own apartment.

Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Hospice care supports residents receiving end-of-life care. Because multiple care levels are available in one community, Willow Dale Wellness Village may suit a resident whose needs may grow over time.

The community has 40 beds, representing a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours 32 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily nurse staffing time assigned across residents.

Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare can cover short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence, Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay means the family pays directly. Rehabilitation services support residents who need rehabilitation, while beauty and barber services allow residents to handle grooming at the community.

Overview of Wheatland Manor

Wheatland Manor in Wheatland, Iowa, offers a continuum of support that includes assisted living, skilled nursing, hospice care, and respite stays. Residents in assisted living receive assistance with daily activities like dressing, bathing, and medication management while residing in personal apartments. The facility delivers structured rehabilitation services for recovery goals, alongside arranged transportation for medical appointments, shopping, and community outings.

This 44-bed community operates under administrator Michael Weih. Daily nurse staffing averages 4 hours and 6 minutes per resident. Social features encompass restaurant-style dining along with scheduled daily activities like group exercise, gardening, and book clubs. A salon and barbershop on-site provides personal grooming services. Financial options cover Medicare, Medicaid, and private payment.

Interested families looking for short-term care or long-term nursing placement can reach out to Wheatland Manor to inquire about admission details, verify apartment availability, or arrange a personal visit.

Overview of Terrace Glen Village

Terrace Glen Village in Marion, IA, has four types of care. Skilled nursing and a nursing home come first, followed by independent living and assisted living. With skilled nursing included in the four, the facility has licensed nurses on duty during every shift, including nights.

Residents of assisted living rely on the team for baths, dressing, and medication schedules. In independent living, a resident maintains a personal space and uses community services, with no daily assistance given. A person may come requiring little and later move up a level without packing for another address.

Having 40 beds keeps it a small home, allowing staff to quickly learn the names of the residents. Nurse staffing accounts for 4 hours and 49 minutes daily for every resident. Pets are allowed upon move-in, and Steve Tressel runs the home as its administrator.

Payment comes via Medicare or private pay. Medicare has restrictions, covering skilled nursing only for a limited period after a hospital discharge and nothing after that.

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Overview of Scottish Rite Park Health Care Center

An indoor walking track circles Scottish Rite Park Health Care Center, and there is a pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. A workshop, a library, and a movie theater fill out the day.

Seven care types operate across 51 beds in Des Moines: independent living, residential care, assisted living, memory care, home care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing. A resident whose needs change does not leave to get the next level.

Independent living means private living with no daily care attached. Assisted living adds bathing, dressing, and medication to that.

Memory care answers a narrower problem. Getting up and going out at an hour when nobody is awake is not something a family supervises from another house.

The area scores 91 for walking, high enough that a coffee or a haircut stays an ordinary outing rather than a scheduled trip. Rehabilitation services cover recovery from an illness or injury.

Respite sometimes needs no clinical justification at all. A person needs somebody in the building overnight, not therapy or procedures.

Nursing coverage on the skilled side reaches 6 hours and 14 minutes per resident each day and does not thin after dark. Medicare and private pay are accepted, and private funds cover what Medicare’s limited window does not. Daniel Boor serves as administrator.

Three levels of care fit inside 39 beds at Colonial Manors of Columbus Community in Columbus Junction, Iowa. Independent living is private living with community services attached and no daily care. Assisted living here means extra help with the daily things like getting dressed, bathing, and keeping up with medication. Nursing home care adds licensed nursing support at every hour of the day, so when a resident’s needs increase, they move up in care rather than having to move out.

Out of 39 beds, 30 were filled when the figure was taken. That comes to about 77 percent. In a place this small, the staff know the rhythms of the people they care for. They know who likes coffee at six in the morning and who prefers to skip it.

Nursing time averages 4 hours and 45 minutes per resident each day. Payment can be handled in different ways. Medicare covers short‑term skilled care after a hospital stay. Medicaid helps eligible residents whose savings cannot stretch far enough for a long stay. Private pay works too, with families covering costs directly.

The walk score is 45. That rating counts as somewhat walkable, which means most errands still call for a car or a ride. Sarah Hand serves as administrator.

Overview of Belle Plaine Specialty Care

Belle Plaine Specialty Care in Belle Plaine, Iowa, offers nursing home care and skilled nursing services within a 46-bed setting. Clinical programs assist residents who require ongoing medical attention, while on-site rehabilitation services provide physical therapy during recovery stays or as part of long-term care plans.

The community operates under the leadership of administrator Mitchell Huff. Daily nurse staffing across the facility averages 3 hours and 16 minutes per resident. Financial coverage includes Medicare for qualifying short-term rehab, Medicaid for long-term residential assistance, and direct private payment.

Prospective residents and their families can contact Belle Plaine Specialty Care to inquire about current room availability, tour the facility, or review specific health coverage options.

Concord Care Center provides assisted living accommodations and comprehensive nursing home care in Garner, Iowa. Assisted living services support residents with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and medication administration while preserving independence in private apartment settings.

The 46-bed facility offers a close-knit environment where residents receive focused attention. Staffing records show an average of 4 hours and 10 minutes of direct daily nursing care per resident. Rehabilitation offerings feature short-term care, outpatient therapy, and dedicated Rehab to Home programs designed to help individuals transition safely back to their own residences. Amenities include an on-site beauty salon, barber shop, and private spaces for family gatherings.

A walk score of 46 indicates that most local errands require driving, and accepted financial options include Medicare, Medicaid, and direct private pay.

Individuals exploring long-term nursing support or assisted living options can reach out to Concord Care Center to learn about unit availability, confirm financial arrangements, or view the grounds.

Overview of Newton Village

Newton Village in Newton, Iowa, offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, hospice care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing. Independent living gives residents private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living helps with tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication management. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Hospice care supports residents who need end of life care. Respite care is available for a short term stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. With several care levels in one community, Newton Village may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving between care levels may be possible without leaving the community. Newton Village has 70 beds.

Medicare and private pay are accepted. Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay, rather than long term residence, while private pay lets a family pay directly. Total nurse staffing is 6 hours and 20 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident.

Landscaped gardens, patios, and walking paths give residents outdoor areas to use. A fitness center supports exercise, while the beauty salon and barber shop offer on site grooming services. Chef inspired meals are served in a communal dining setting, creating a shared place to eat, and pets are allowed. Skilled nursing rehabilitation for short term stays and long term care are available. A Walk Score of 67 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach certain nearby destinations independently. Dan Donohue serves as the administrator.

University Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Des Moines, Iowa, offers long-term nursing, assisted living, skilled clinical care, and short-term respite stays. Assisted living services support residents with daily routines while preserving private residential units. Advanced clinical programs accommodate complex medical needs, including IV therapy, ostomy care, diabetic management, tube feeding, tracheotomy care, and pain management.

Administrator Stacy Soderstrum manages the 108-bed property. Staff logs show an average of 3 hours and 36 minutes of direct nursing time assigned per resident daily. Residents undergoing temporary stays or physical recovery have access to dedicated therapy programs and specialized nursing rehabilitation. Positioned in the East Village neighborhood, the location earns a 91 walk score, allowing residents to run everyday errands on foot.

Prospective residents exploring flexible senior care levels or short-term respite options can contact University Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center to verify bed availability or tour the facility. Accepted payment methods include Medicare for temporary skilled recovery, Medicaid for long-term care, and private pay options.