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Assisted Living in Iowa

Bavarian Meadows

Assisted Living in Iowa

Bavarian Meadows

632 - L14, Remsen, IA 51050 View map
Overview of Bavarian Meadows
Bavarian Meadows is a senior living community in Remsen, IA. It offers independent and assisted living options with a focus on maintaining an active and engaging lifestyle. Residents enjoy chef-inspired meals, housekeeping, and a variety of life-enriching activities.
(712) 786-1660

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 44

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Iowa average
Occupancy rate 43.2%
Residents per day 19
Occupancy rate
43.2%
Residents per day
19
Bed community size
44-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
16 years in operation
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
43%
In line with Iowa average
Occupied beds
19 / 44
Average residents 51 per day

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Programs
StatusActive
IssuanceMay 18, 2009
ExpirationMay 18, 2027
CountyPlymouth

Additional Licensing Details

License NumberS0293

Ownership & Operating Entity

Bavarian Meadows is administrated by Kerry Sudtelgte.

Owner NameNo Related Entities Found

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Fax7127861662

Amenities & Lifestyle

5 amenities
Chef-Inspired Meals
Housekeeping
Laundry Services
Life-Enriching Activities
24/7 Professional Staff
ActivitiesDaily activities including crafts and games.
Specific ProgramsIndependent Living, Assisted Living, Activities, Dining

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionChef-inspired meals, housekeeping and laundry services.
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Inspection History

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.

8 visits/inspections

Iowa average: 17 visits/inspections

Iowa average: 0 inspections

Latest inspection

Date August 25, 2025

7 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Iowa average: 27 deficiencies

Inspection Report Summary for Bavarian Meadows

The most recent inspection on August 25, 2025, found no deficiencies during the complaint investigation and recertification visit. Earlier inspections generally showed compliance with certification rules, with the exception of some deficiencies noted in 2017 related to individualized service plans and background checks, and several issues in 2013 involving nurse reviews, tenant evaluations, medication administration, and food service documentation. Complaint investigations were unsubstantiated, and no enforcement actions or fines were listed in the available reports. Prior reports indicated the facility addressed earlier deficiencies through accepted plans of correction. The inspection history suggests improvement over time, with recent visits showing no regulatory insufficiencies.

Compare Assisted Living around Iowa The information below is reported by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing.

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Financial Aid for Iowa Seniors

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Elderly Waiver

Iowa Medicaid Elderly Waiver

Age 65+, Iowa resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Rural focus; waitlists possible.

Iowa Family Caregiver Support

IA NFCSP

Caregiver of someone 60+, Iowa resident.

No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Not applicable.

Limited slots; rural emphasis.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Iowa Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, Iowa resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; no waitlist.

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

Iowa PACE

Age 55+, Iowa resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, Medicaid-eligible).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Limited to western Iowa (e.g., Council Bluffs); expanding slowly.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Iowa SCSEP

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

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents.

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

Iowa VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Iowa resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

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High veteran demand in rural areas.

Able Up Iowa

Able Up Iowa

Age 65+ or disabled, Iowa resident, ability to repay loan, need for assistive tech or mods.

No strict limit; must demonstrate repayment capacity.

Not specified; credit-based.

Loans up to $25,000; statewide via Easterseals partnership.

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