What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview: Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement. Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay. Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation. Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program. State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options. Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities. Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.

How do you pick the homes you recommend?

Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.

Do you help families that need Medicaid?

Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

How much does this service cost?

We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up.

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Nursing Home in Des Moines

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Azria Health Park Place

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Overview of Azria Health Park Place

Azria Health Wichita is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center in the city. The nursing home is proud to be one of the only few communities in the city that delivered exceptional individualized care for its unique residents. They aim to change the meaning of recovery for seniors through the exceptional level of care that is delivered by their patient-friendly staff as an approach to offer the best care possible for their residents. Azria strives to have all its residents experience the comprehensive and exemplary care offered.
Expect nothing but quality when it comes to their service: an advanced level of recovery found in long-term and post-acute rehabilitative services. They also proudly offer specialized care programs such as neurological and stroke services, orthopedic care, prosthetic training, pulmonary rehabilitation, post-cardiac care, and wound care– all created to have the right provision of multidisciplinary healthcare services such as therapy, enriching activities, and discharge planning.

(515) 262-9303

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating

1/5

Iowa average: 3.1/5

Health Inspection

1/5

Iowa average: 2.9/5

Staffing

2/5

Iowa average: 3.5/5

Quality Measures

1/5

Iowa average: 3.3/5

Nursing care per resident

3h 41m per day

This home provides 14% less nursing time per resident than the Iowa average.

Iowa average: 4h 18m per day

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 81

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

60.5%

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily short stays

Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.

Might be optimal for

Post-acute recovery Temporary care Transitional stays

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Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

14% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 22 days

Private pay

85% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 23 days

Medicaid

1% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 35 - 36 years

Finances and operations

Home revenue

$6.0M

Operating loss

-$523.9K

Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.

Home revenue

$6.0M

Operating loss

-$523.9K

Payroll costs

$2.5M

41.6% of revenue

Other operating costs

$4.0M

Total costs $6.5M

Compare Nursing Homes around Des Moines

5 facilities compared · CMS & IA Dept. of Health data · Updated Apr 2026

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Iowa Jewish Senior Life Center		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.	Des Moines	72	70.5%	-7%	4.51				-10%	+5%	13	10	3.3	43	-	-	Mock, Beata	$7.4M	$4.0M	54.2%	165006
Azria Health Park Place		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.	Des Moines	-	60.5%	-	3.68				-	-	0	0	0.0	57	-	46	Anderson, Kelsey	$5.9M	$2.5M	42.1%	165202
Genesis Senior Living Center		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.	Des Moines	-	79.1%	-	3.21				-	-	6	0	0.0	71	-	60	Timm, Dirk	$7.7M	$3.4M	44%	165175
Everystep	-	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.	Des Moines	45	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	0	0	0.0	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Greater Southside Health and Rehabilitation	-	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.	Des Moines	80	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	0	0	0.0	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-

Iowa Jewish Senior Life Center

Overall Rating:

Type of care: NH AL

Community: Des Moines

Bed Count: 72

Occupancy: 70.5%

Occupancy vs State Avg: -7%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 4.5

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

-10%

Staffing vs State Avg: +5%

Number of Fines: 13

Citations: 10

Citations per Inspection: 3.3

Avg Residents/Day: 43

Operator: Mock, Beata

Home Revenue: $7,382,731.00

Payroll Costs: $4,002,873.00

Payroll %: 54.2%

CCN: 165006

Azria Health Park Place

Overall Rating:

Type of care: NH AL

Community: Des Moines

Occupancy: 60.5%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 3.7

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

Citations per Inspection: 0.0

Avg Residents/Day: 57

Operator: Anderson, Kelsey

Home Revenue: $5,889,177.00

Payroll Costs: $2,478,858.00

Payroll %: 42.1%

CCN: 165202

Genesis Senior Living Center

Overall Rating:

Type of care: NH AL

Community: Des Moines

Occupancy: 79.1%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 3.2

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

Number of Fines: 6

Citations per Inspection: 0.0

Avg Residents/Day: 71

Operator: Timm, Dirk

Home Revenue: $7,714,549.00

Payroll Costs: $3,393,417.00

Payroll %: 44%

CCN: 165175

Everystep

Type of care: NH AL

Community: Des Moines

Bed Count: 45

Citations per Inspection: 0.0

Greater Southside Health and Rehabilitation

Type of care: NH AL

Community: Des Moines

Bed Count: 80

Citations per Inspection: 0.0

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Elderly Waiver

Iowa Medicaid Elderly Waiver

General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: Rural focus; waitlists possible.

Iowa Family Caregiver Support

IA NFCSP

General: Caregiver of someone 60+, Iowa resident.

Income Limits: No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Asset Limits: Not applicable.

IA Specifics: Limited slots; rural emphasis.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Iowa Medicare Savings Program

General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Three tiers; no waitlist.

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

Iowa PACE

General: Age 55+, 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 Specifics: Limited to western Iowa (e.g., Council Bluffs); expanding slowly.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Iowa SCSEP

General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Iowa resident.

Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.

IA Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents.

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

Iowa VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics: High veteran demand in rural areas.

Able Up Iowa

General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Loans up to $25,000; statewide via Easterseals partnership.

Nursing Home in Des Moines

Azria Health Park Place

Nursing Home in Des Moines