Keystone of Ames

Overview of Keystone of Ames

Keystone of Ames is a distinct community in Ames, IA, offering independent living. The community has cozy and specially designed one-bedroom floor plans, dedicated to residents’ comfort and safety. Laundry spaces and utilities are taken care of, easing residents’ worries and financial burdens.

With a variety of engaging activities and fun programs, residents can spend their days as they please. Delightful restaurants and shops also surround the area, providing residents with plenty of dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Residents can also bring their pets to accompany them and prevent loneliness. The community is a great option for those seeking independence in retirement, accompanied by its state-of-the-art amenities and friendly setting.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk. Rank #59 / 424Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 59th 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.
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What does this home offer?

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Minimum Age: 62 Years Old

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Parking Available

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Address 1.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Ames's city center to Keystone of Ames's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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-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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. 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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Northridge Village
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Ames
68
Facility 68
IA AVG 71
Rank #141 / 334
Yes
5
Facility 5
IA AVG 46
Rank #408 / 424
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10
Facility 10
IA AVG 18
Rank #165 / 258
63.2%
Facility 63.2%
IA AVG 63.7%
Rank #147 / 295
A6
3
Facility 3
IA AVG 7
Rank #93 / 299
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 299
Northcrest Community
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Ames
64
Facility 64
IA AVG 71
Rank #158 / 334
No
36
Facility 36
IA AVG 46
Rank #271 / 424
1 Bed / 2 Bed
5
Facility 5
IA AVG 18
Rank #210 / 258
50.0%
Facility 50.0%
IA AVG 63.7%
Rank #187 / 295
-2
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 7
Rank #1 / 299
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 299
Green Hills Retirement Community
IL
AL
CCRC(
MC
NH
SNF
Ames
56
Facility 56
IA AVG 71
Rank #192 / 334
Yes
18
Facility 18
IA AVG 46
Rank #361 / 424
1 Bed / 2 Bed
40
Facility 40
IA AVG 18
Rank #16 / 258
78.6%
Facility 78.6%
IA AVG 63.7%
Rank #97 / 295
-14
2
Facility 2
IA AVG 7
Rank #59 / 299
3
Facility 3
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #253 / 299
Northridge Village
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Ames (Somerset)
38
Facility 38
IA AVG 71
Rank #286 / 334
Yes
44
Facility 44
IA AVG 46
Rank #221 / 424
1 Bed / 2 Bed
10
Facility 10
IA AVG 18
Rank #165 / 258
94.7%
Facility 94.7%
IA AVG 63.7%
Rank #12 / 295
A16
3
Facility 3
IA AVG 7
Rank #93 / 299
2
Facility 2
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #236 / 299
Keystone of Ames
IL
Ames-Yes
75
Facility 75
IA AVG 46
Rank #59 / 424
Studio / 1 Bed------

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Iowa

Keystone of Ames is located in Ames, 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 Keystone of Ames

Is Keystone of Ames in a walkable area?

Keystone of Ames has a walk score of 75. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Are pets allowed at Keystone of Ames?

Yes, Keystone of Ames allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of Keystone of Ames?

Yes — there are 5 photos of Keystone of Ames in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Keystone of Ames?

Keystone of Ames is located at 3115 Roy Key Ave, Ames, IA 50010.

What is the phone number of Keystone of Ames?

(515) 232-2865 will put you in contact with the team at Keystone of Ames.

Does Keystone of Ames provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — Keystone of Ames is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.

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