Riverside Manor

Riverside Manor

Overview of 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.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 59 Rank #100 / 165Bed count — State benchmarkedThis independent living community is ranked 100th out of 165 independent living communities 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 compare like with like: every independent living community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Independent living 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.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #99 / 222Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis independent living community is ranked 99th out of 222 independent living communities 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 compare like with like: every independent living community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Independent living 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.
45 / 100

About this community

Awards

5 Star quality ratings

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency response systems within all rooms and bathrooms.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Additional Services

1 service
Home Care

Additional Policies & Features

Visitor PolicyPersonalized and flexible visiting hours for family members and guests.
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Wellness ProgramRiverside Manor is dedicated to optimizing wellness, quick recovery and exceptional outcomes
Specific ProgramsExtended Care
Volunteer Program

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Address 1.4 miles from city center Info 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.
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.
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
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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
A16
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------

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other IA independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Iowa

Riverside Manor 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 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.

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