Bridges Senior Living

Q: Is Bridges Senior Living in a walkable area?

Bridges Senior Living has a walk score of 74. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Q: Are there photos of Bridges Senior Living?

Yes — there are 47 photos of Bridges Senior Living in the photo gallery on this page.

Q: What is the address of Bridges Senior Living?

Bridges Senior Living is located at 214 Washington St, Waterloo, IA 50701.

Q: What is the phone number of Bridges Senior Living?

(319) 233-1133 will put you in contact with the team at Bridges Senior Living.

Q: Is Bridges Senior Living Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Bridges Senior Living is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

Overview of Bridges Senior Living

Live the best of your retirement at Bridges Senior Living, an exceptional community in Waterloo, IA, offering independent living. Here, residents can ease their worries with a variety of thoughtfully furnished and sophisticated apartments. The community also ensures residents feel a sense of belonging during their stay in a warm and welcoming environment.

Residents can spend their days as they please with a carefully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs that highlight their interests and preferences. Through San Souci Restaurant, which serves delightful and healthy meals from 7 A.M. to 6:30 P.M., residents enjoy mealtimes on their terms. Amenities include a pub, a library, a fitness room, a salon, a pool, and a garden, creating the ideal setting for residents to thrive in their golden years.

(319) 233-1133

Managed by Rod Anderson

Executive Director

Rod Anderson serves as the Executive Director at Bridges Senior Lifestyle Living. He is dedicated to guiding prospective residents and their families through the complex process of selecting a senior living community, ensuring they find a safe and supportive environment tailored to their needs.

Walk Score: 74 / 100

Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Wheelchair Accessible

Emergency Systems24/7 emergency response system.

HousekeepingYes

Linen ServiceYes

Utilities IncludedYes

ActivitiesEvents are scheduled throughout the day and evening.

Operating HoursSan Souci Restaurant is open from 7:00 am to 6:30 pm.

Food DescriptionRestaurant-style dining with an extensive menu, daily specials, and a salad bar.

Meal ScheduleSan Souci Restaurant is open from 7:00 am to 6:30 pm.

What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Housing Options: 1 Bed

Building Type: High-rise

Dining Services

Beauty Services

Transportation Services

Housekeeping Services

Social and Recreational Activities

Exercise Programs

Swimming Pool

Parking Available

Types of Care at Bridges Senior Living

Independent Living

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).

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.

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).

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).

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

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

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.

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

0.4 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Waterloo's city center to Bridges Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Is Bridges Senior Living in a walkable area?

Bridges Senior Living has a walk score of 74. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Are there photos of Bridges Senior Living?

Yes — there are 47 photos of Bridges Senior Living in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Bridges Senior Living?

Bridges Senior Living is located at 214 Washington St, Waterloo, IA 50701.

What is the phone number of Bridges Senior Living?

(319) 233-1133 will put you in contact with the team at Bridges Senior Living.

Is Bridges Senior Living Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Bridges Senior Living is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.