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Ideally situated in the quiet neighborhood of West Ferndale Drive, Council Bluffs, IA, Amelia Senior Living is a respected senior living community providing assisted living. Helping seniors live a maintenance-free lifestyle by taking care of daily living activities around the clock, the community provides more opportunities for seniors to do the things they love. Residents and families can rest easy knowing a trusted community has their backs and their loved ones are well-cared for.
With a jam-packed calendar of fun activities and engaging programs, residents create lasting moments with friends and lead an active lifestyle. Healthy and delightful meals are also provided, ensuring hassle-free dining that satisfies dietary needs and preferences. Amelia Senior Living is dedicated to caring for seniors with its spacious and sophisticated campus with senior-friendly amenities.
Lower than the Iowa average: 75.4%Amelia Senior Living is administrated by Mikel Ardley.
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
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.
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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.
Deficiencies
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 19 | 27 | This facility has 30% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (19 vs. IA avg 27).↓ 30% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2015.
| 1.7 | 2.5 | This facility has 32% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (1.7 vs. IA avg 2.5).↓ 32% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 1.9 | 1.8 | This facility has 6% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (1.9 vs. IA avg 1.8).↑ 6% worse |
Inspections
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 10 | 15 | This facility has 33% fewer total inspections than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (10 vs. IA avg 15).↓ 33% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on October 7, 2025, found a deficiency related to dementia-specific education and training for staff. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies involving staff training, service plan documentation, tenant evaluations, and safety measures such as door alarms and elopement reporting. Complaint investigations were mostly unsubstantiated, except for the recent substantiated issue with dementia training. No fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or license actions were listed in the available reports. The facility’s record shows ongoing challenges with training and documentation, with some recurring themes but no clear pattern of worsening or improvement over time.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
4.8 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Council Bluffs's city center to Amelia Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Amelia Senior Living is located in Council Bluffs, Iowa.
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The information below is reported by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing.
| Lakeside Village |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Panora | 128 | Yes | 8 | Studio / 1 Bed | 18
Facility
18
IA AVG
19
Rank
#146 / 282 |
29.7%
Facility
29.7%
IA AVG
63.6%
Rank
#364 / 393 | - | 21 | 10
Facility
10
IA AVG
6.3
Rank
#272 / 347 | 2
Facility
2
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#280 / 347 |
| Eiler Senior Living |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Clarinda | 108 | Yes | 9 | Studio / 1 Bed | 31
Facility
31
IA AVG
19
Rank
#42 / 282 |
45.4%
Facility
45.4%
IA AVG
63.6%
Rank
#303 / 393 | A+ | 25 | 12
Facility
12
IA AVG
6.3
Rank
#297 / 347 | 4
Facility
4
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#319 / 347 |
| Heritage House |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Atlantic | 108 | No | 73 | Studio / 1 Bed | 26
Facility
26
IA AVG
19
Rank
#73 / 282 |
57.4%
Facility
57.4%
IA AVG
63.6%
Rank
#229 / 393 | - | 13 | 5
Facility
5
IA AVG
6.3
Rank
#164 / 347 | -
Facility
-
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#1 / 347 |
| Allen Place Senior Living |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Atlantic (East 19Th Street) | 78 | No | 11 | Studio / 1 Bed | 12
Facility
12
IA AVG
19
Rank
#179 / 282 |
46.2%
Facility
46.2%
IA AVG
63.6%
Rank
#299 / 393 | A- | 10 | 3
Facility
3
IA AVG
6.3
Rank
#96 / 347 | 1
Facility
1
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#249 / 347 |
| Amelia Senior Living |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Council Bluffs (Ferndale) | 62 | Yes | 2 | Studio / 1 Bed | 31
Facility
31
IA AVG
19
Rank
#42 / 282 |
61.3%
Facility
61.3%
IA AVG
63.6%
Rank
#212 / 393 | A+ | 10 | 2
Facility
2
IA AVG
6.3
Rank
#60 / 347 | 1
Facility
1
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#249 / 347 |
Amelia Senior Living is in the Ferndale neighborhood of Council Bluffs.
Amelia Senior Living has a walk score of 2. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
According to IA state health department records, Amelia Senior Living's license number is S0344.
According to IA state health department records, Amelia Senior Living's license expires on December 23, 2026.
Amelia Senior Living's occupancy is 61%.
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Amelia Senior Living on this page.
The team at Amelia Senior Living can be reached at [email protected].
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