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Riverside Manor
Located in Ames, IA, Riverside Manor is a nursing home that provides skilled nursing, rehabilitation services, and extended care programs. The community also provides convenient access to local healthcare resources, particularly Mary Greeley Medical Center.
Core services include rehabilitation and home care support, allowing the community to accommodate older adults’ different needs. To support residents’ recovery and overall health, a wellness program is provided.
Moreover, emergency response systems are installed in every resident room and bathroom to ensure safety.
Housekeeping and linen services are provided, along with home-style meals that are prepared with fresh ingredients. Family and friends are also encouraged to visit, as flexible visiting hours are provided.
Its surrounding area is slightly walkable, as reflected by its Walk Score of 45. This suggests that only a few services are available within walking distance, and transportation is required for most errands. Riverside Manor may appeal to families seeking nursing care in a residential setting with rehabilitation services, wellness support, and proximity to medical care.
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1.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Ames's city center to Riverside Manor's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 1.25 miles to nearest hospital (Mary Greeley Medical Center)
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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 Community):
A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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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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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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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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| Northcrest Community | IL AL MC NH SNF | Ames | 64
Facility
64
IA AVG
76
Rank
#86 / 165 | No |
36
Facility
36
IA AVG
43
Rank
#132 / 222 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 5
Facility
5
IA AVG
15
Rank
#94 / 131 |
48.4%
Facility
48.4%
IA AVG
63.2%
Rank
#96 / 154 | - | 3 | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
6
Rank
#1 / 155 | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
1
Rank
#1 / 155 |
| Riverside Manor | IL | Ames | 59
Facility
59
IA AVG
76
Rank
#100 / 165 | No |
45
Facility
45
IA AVG
43
Rank
#99 / 222 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Green Hills Retirement Community | IL AL CCRC MC NH SNF | Ames | 56
Facility
56
IA AVG
76
Rank
#105 / 165 | Yes |
18
Facility
18
IA AVG
43
Rank
#182 / 222 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 40
Facility
40
IA AVG
15
Rank
#7 / 131 |
78.6%
Facility
78.6%
IA AVG
63.2%
Rank
#54 / 154 | A+ | 14 | 2
Facility
2
IA AVG
6
Rank
#38 / 155 | 3
Facility
3
IA AVG
1
Rank
#130 / 155 |
| Northridge Village | IL AL MC NH SNF | Ames (Somerset) | 38
Facility
38
IA AVG
76
Rank
#144 / 165 | Yes |
44
Facility
44
IA AVG
43
Rank
#103 / 222 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 11
Facility
11
IA AVG
15
Rank
#68 / 131 |
94.7%
Facility
94.7%
IA AVG
63.2%
Rank
#12 / 154 | A | 16 | 3
Facility
3
IA AVG
6
Rank
#57 / 155 | 2
Facility
2
IA AVG
1
Rank
#119 / 155 |
| Keystone of Ames | IL | Ames | - | Yes |
75
Facility
75
IA AVG
43
Rank
#25 / 222 | Studio / 1 Bed | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Riverside Manor is located in Ames, Iowa.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Riverside Manor
Is Riverside Manor in a walkable area?
Riverside Manor has a walk score of 45. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
Are pets allowed at Riverside Manor?
No, Riverside Manor has a no-pet policy.
What is the best email address for Riverside Manor?
The team at Riverside Manor can be reached at contact@riversidemanor.com.
How many beds does Riverside Manor have?
Riverside Manor has 59 beds.
Are there photos of Riverside Manor?
Yes — there are 4 photos of Riverside Manor in the photo gallery on this page.
What levels of care does Riverside Manor provide?
Riverside Manor offers Independent Living.
What is the address of Riverside Manor?
Riverside Manor is located at 1204 S 4Th St, Ames, IA 50010.




