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Everystep
Nursing Home, Home Care, Hospice Care & Skilled Nursing · Des Moines, IA
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Everystep

Nursing Home, Home Care, Hospice Care & Skilled Nursing · Des Moines, IA
3000 Easton Blvd, Des Moines, IA 50317-3124 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Everystep

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Everystep provides home care, hospice care, and skilled nursing in Des Moines, Iowa. Home care supports a person in their own residence, hospice care focuses on comfort and support at the end of life, and skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care around the clock. The range of services fits families whose needs include in-home assistance, hospice support, or ongoing clinical care.

Everystep is in Des Moines’ East Village neighborhood and has 45 beds. Its programs include Hospice & Home Health Care, Community Health, Grief & Loss, Amanda the Panda, and Bereavement, bringing together direct care services with support related to loss. Leann Uhlenhopp serves as the administrator.

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By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 45 Rank #250 / 334Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 250th out of 334 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.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #25 / 258Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 25th out of 258 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.
33 years
Walk Score Info Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby. Rank #2 / 424Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 2nd out of 424 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.
91 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy higher than 95% suggests steady demand, but availability may be limited.
100% This home is often near full
Higher than the Iowa average: 63.7%
Occupied beds
45 / 45
Residents per day Info The average number of residents living at this facility on a given day. CMS calculates this figure from the facility's Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments and uses this value for other measures like Hours Per Resident Per Day (HPRD) and 5-Star Staffing rating.
160

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeHospice
StatusActive
IssuanceSeptember 1, 1992
ExpirationAugust 30, 2026 Expires in 10 days
CountyPolk
License Number771500
CMS Certification Number161500
Certification TypeFALSE

Ownership & Operating Entity

Everystep is administered by Leann Uhlenhopp.

Contact Information

Email luhlenhopp@everystep.org
Fax5152777015

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsHospice & Home Health Care, Community Health, Grief & Loss, Amanda the Panda, Bereavement

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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 data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes. 31 violations 14 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 (25% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

Violations Info Violations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityIA Averagevs. IA Avg
Total violations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 3127 This facility has 15% more total violations than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (31 vs. IA avg 27).↑ 15% worse
Violations per inspection Info Average violations per inspection. 2.21.76 This facility has 25% more violations per inspection than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (2.2 vs. IA avg 1.76).↑ 25% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityIA Averagevs. IA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 1413 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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Compare Nursing Homes around Des Moines

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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. 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. CCRC( (Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRC)):
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
Count of incident-based investigations (e.g. reported events) in the regulatory record for the reporting period.
University Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
NH
AL
RC
SNF
Des Moines (East Village)
108
Facility 108
IA AVG 71
Rank #51 / 334
No
91
Facility 91
IA AVG 46
Rank #2 / 424
-
25
Facility 25
IA AVG 18
Rank #68 / 258
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
IA AVG 63.7%
Rank #143 / 295
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
CCRC(
IL
MC
SNF
Des Moines (Greenwood)
80
Facility 80
IA AVG 71
Rank #87 / 334
Yes
72
Facility 72
IA AVG 46
Rank #72 / 424
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91.3%
Facility 91.3%
IA AVG 63.7%
Rank #28 / 295
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 71
Rank #97 / 334
Yes
38
Facility 38
IA AVG 46
Rank #254 / 424
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
54
Facility 54
IA AVG 18
Rank #2 / 258
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
IA AVG 63.7%
Rank #1 / 295
27
7
Facility 7
IA AVG 7
Rank #191 / 299
2
Facility 2
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #236 / 299
Scottish Rite Park Health Care Center
NH
AL
HC
IL
MC
RESC
SNF
Des Moines (East Village)
51
Facility 51
IA AVG 71
Rank #213 / 334
No
91
Facility 91
IA AVG 46
Rank #2 / 424
--
60.8%
Facility 60.8%
IA AVG 63.7%
Rank #154 / 295
18
6
Facility 6
IA AVG 7
Rank #175 / 299
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 299
Everystep
NH
HC
HOS
SNF
Des Moines (East Village)
45
Facility 45
IA AVG 71
Rank #250 / 334
No
91
Facility 91
IA AVG 46
Rank #2 / 424
-
33
Facility 33
IA AVG 18
Rank #25 / 258
-14
14
Facility 14
IA AVG 7
Rank #268 / 299
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 299

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every IA community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Iowa

Everystep is located in Des Moines, Iowa.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Iowa.

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Elderly Waiver

Iowa Medicaid Elderly Waiver

Age 65+
General Iowa resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
IA

Rural focus; waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home care (5-7 hours/day) Meals ($6/meal) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($60/day)

Iowa Family Caregiver Support

IA NFCSP

Age Caregiver of someone 60+
General Iowa resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
IA

Limited slots; rural emphasis.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$60/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Iowa Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Iowa resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
IA

Three tiers; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Iowa PACE

Age 55+
General Iowa resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, Medicaid-eligible
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
IA

Limited to western Iowa (e.g., Council Bluffs); expanding slowly.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy Respite

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Iowa VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Iowa resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
IA

High veteran demand in rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Able Up Iowa

Able Up Iowa

Age 65+ or disabled
General Iowa resident, ability to repay loan, need for assistive tech or mods.
Income Limits (2025) No strict limit; must demonstrate repayment capacity.
Asset Limits Not specified; credit-based.
IA

Loans up to $25,000; statewide via Easterseals partnership.

Benefits
Loans for wheelchairs Ramps Walk-in tubs (~$500-$10,000 avg.) Reducing reliance on paid care

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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