Occupancy rate
100%
Higher than the Iowa average: 75.4%Everystep
Nursing Home, Home Care, Hospice Care & Skilled Nursing · Des Moines, IA
Everystep
Nursing Home, Home Care, Hospice Care & Skilled Nursing · Des Moines, IA
Everystep is a nonprofit hospice and home health organization headquartered at 3000 Easton Boulevard in Des Moines, Iowa. Administered by Leann Uhlenhopp and operating since 1992, the organization serves over 30 counties through a network of branches including Centerville, Mount Ayr, and Winterset. Licensed by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing (DIAL), Everystep provides end-of-life care in private homes, nursing facilities, and dedicated hospice houses.
State and federal oversight is conducted through CMS Medicare Conditions of Participation. Between 2010 and 2025, DIAL performed 15 complaint investigations, resulting in a per-inspection average of 2.1 deficiencies, which is 17% above the state average. While a 2019 survey identified 11 deficiencies related to care planning and physician orders, the most recent inspection on June 24, 2025, resulted in zero deficiencies. No fines or immediate jeopardy findings are currently on record.
Professional support includes a multidisciplinary team of nurses, social workers, and spiritual counselors available 24/7. Beyond hospice and home health, Everystep operates specialized programs like the Amanda the Panda children’s bereavement program and veteran-specific recognition services. The organization is accredited by the Community Health Accreditation Partner (CHAP) and maintains a 93% family caregiver recommendation rate, which exceeds the Iowa average of 88%.
The East Village headquarters features a Walk Score of 91, serving as a hub for community health and grief support. The Kavanagh House in Des Moines offers a home-like inpatient setting with private bedrooms, family kitchens, and landscaped gardens for acute symptom management. Available services encompass music and pet therapy, assistance with daily living activities, and respite care for primary family caregivers.
Prospective residents and their representatives should consider the organization’s established history and its recent clean regulatory trajectory. It is advisable to ask the intake coordinator about the current frequency of interdisciplinary team reviews and how the organization ensures physician orders are integrated into the care plan within the standard 15-day window.
Capacity and availability
Residents per day
160
45-bed community Rank #303 / 403Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 303rd out of 403 homes we track in Iowa for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Iowa facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
33 years in operation Rank #37 / 285Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 37th out of 285 homes we track in Iowa for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Iowa facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 91 / 100 Rank #2 / 504Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 2nd out of 504 homes we track in Iowa for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Iowa facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
About this community
Occupancy
Higher than the Iowa average: 75.4%Occupied beds
45 / 45
Average occupied beds in Iowa homes
51 beds
Facility TypeHospice
StatusActive
IssuanceSeptember 1, 1992
ExpirationAugust 30, 2026 Expires in 20 days
CountyPolk
License Number771500
CMS Certification Number161500
Certification TypeFALSE
Everystep is administered by Leann Uhlenhopp.
Email
luhlenhopp@everystep.org
Fax5152777015
Pets not allowed
Specific ProgramsHospice & Home Health Care, Community Health, Grief & Loss, Amanda the Panda, Bereavement
Inspection History
In Iowa, the Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing conducts unannounced health and safety surveys to monitor compliance and protect residents in long-term care settings.
Since 2010 · 16 years of data
These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
31 violations
14 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, violation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Iowa state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2010 vs. Iowa state average
Overall vs. IA average
2 Worse
Metrics worse than Iowa average:
• Total violations (15% above)
• Violations per inspection (5% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
• Total violations (15% above)
• Violations per inspection (5% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Violations
| This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
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Total violations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 31 | 27 | This facility has 15% more total violations than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (31 vs. IA avg 27).↑ 15% worse |
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Violations per inspection
Average violations per inspection.
| 2.2 | 2.1 | This facility has 5% more violations per inspection than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (2.2 vs. IA avg 2.1).↑ 5% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 14 | 13 | This facility has had 8% more total inspections than the Iowa average (14 vs. IA avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 8% more |
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Info below is compiled from the IA Dept. of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing (DIAL), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
HC (Home Care):
Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
ADC (Adult Day Care):
Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
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Count of incident-based investigations (e.g. reported events) in the regulatory record for the reporting period.
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| University Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center | NH AL RC SNF | Des Moines (East Village) | 108
Facility
108
IA AVG
72
Rank
#57 / 403 | No |
91
Facility
91
IA AVG
47
Rank
#2 / 504 | - | 25
Facility
25
IA AVG
19
Rank
#86 / 285 | 66.7% | 36 | 17
Facility
17
IA AVG
7
Rank
#280 / 299 | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.9
Rank
#1 / 299 |
| Wesley Acres | NH ADC AL IL MC SNF | Des Moines (Greenwood) | 80
Facility
80
IA AVG
72
Rank
#105 / 403 | Yes |
72
Facility
72
IA AVG
47
Rank
#89 / 504 | - | - | 91.3% | 23 | 8
Facility
8
IA AVG
7
Rank
#206 / 299 | 3
Facility
3
IA AVG
0.9
Rank
#253 / 299 |
| Valley View Village | NH AL HOS IL MC RC SNF | Des Moines (Fairmont Park) | 79
Facility
79
IA AVG
72
Rank
#117 / 403 | Yes |
38
Facility
38
IA AVG
47
Rank
#304 / 504 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 54
Facility
54
IA AVG
19
Rank
#3 / 285 | 100.0% | 27 | 7
Facility
7
IA AVG
7
Rank
#191 / 299 | 2
Facility
2
IA AVG
0.9
Rank
#236 / 299 |
| Rehabilitation Center of Des Moines | NH SNF | Des Moines (East Village) | 74
Facility
74
IA AVG
72
Rank
#136 / 403 | No |
91
Facility
91
IA AVG
47
Rank
#2 / 504 | - | - | 97.3% | 33 | 10 | - |
| Everystep | NH HC HOS SNF | Des Moines (East Village) | 45
Facility
45
IA AVG
72
Rank
#303 / 403 | No |
91
Facility
91
IA AVG
47
Rank
#2 / 504 | - | 33
Facility
33
IA AVG
19
Rank
#37 / 285 | - | 14 | 14
Facility
14
IA AVG
7
Rank
#268 / 299 | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.9
Rank
#1 / 299 |
Financial Assistance for
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Everystep is located in Des Moines, Iowa.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Everystep
What neighborhood is Everystep in?
Everystep is in the East Village neighborhood of Des Moines.
Is Everystep in a walkable area?
Everystep has a walk score of 91. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
What is the license number of Everystep?
According to IA state health department records, Everystep's license number is 771500.
When does Everystep's license expire?
According to IA state health department records, Everystep's license expires on August 30, 2026.
What is the occupancy rate at Everystep?
Everystep's occupancy is 100%.
How long has Everystep been in business?
Everystep has been operating for approximately 33 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Everystep?
No, Everystep has a no-pet policy.
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