BrightStar Care of Cedar Rapids / Iowa City

Q: What neighborhood is BrightStar Care of Cedar Rapids / Iowa City in?

BrightStar Care of Cedar Rapids / Iowa City is in the Kenwood Park neighborhood.

Q: Is BrightStar Care of Cedar Rapids / Iowa City in a walkable area?

BrightStar Care of Cedar Rapids / Iowa City has a walk score of 60. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Q: Are there photos of BrightStar Care of Cedar Rapids / Iowa City?

Yes — there are 7 photos of BrightStar Care of Cedar Rapids / Iowa City in the photo gallery on this page.

Q: What is the phone number of BrightStar Care of Cedar Rapids / Iowa City?

(319) 363-2721 will put you in contact with the team at BrightStar Care of Cedar Rapids / Iowa City.

Q: Is BrightStar Care of Cedar Rapids / Iowa City Medicare or Medicaid certified?

BrightStar Care of Cedar Rapids / Iowa City is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

Overview of Brightstar Care of Cedar Rapids / Iowa City

Located in Cedar Rapids and Iowa City, BrightStar Care is a premier home care and medical staffing agency, unwavering in its commitment to delivering A Higher Standard of care to seniors under their watchful guidance. Their extensive range of services spans from in-home care to comprehensive medical staffing.

Whether seniors are looking for a dependable care provider or a trusted staffing partner in the Cedar Rapids and Iowa City, Iowa area, BrightStar Care’s service is around the clock, 24/7, ready to provide the support and care seniors deserve. Every care team at BrightStar Care is meticulously overseen by a Registered Nurse, ensuring that the care provided is professional, compassionate, and deeply personal.

(319) 363-2721

Walk Score: 60 / 100

Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

AccreditationsJoint Commission Accredited, Best of Home Care Employer of Choice

Rehabilitation Services

Respite Care

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

24-Hour Staffing

Medical Staffing

Specific ProgramsIn-Home Care, Business Partnerships

Operating Hours24/7

What does this home offer?

Housing Options: Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms

Building Type: Single-story

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at BrightStar Care of Cedar Rapids / Iowa City

Home Care

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

3.8 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Cedar Rapids's city center to BrightStar Care of Cedar Rapids / Iowa City's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.81 miles to nearest hospital (DaVita Cedar Rapids Dialysis)

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BrightStar Care of Cedar Rapids / Iowa City	HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.	Cedar Rapids (Kenwood Park)	-	No	60	Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms	-	-
Linn & Johnson Counties	HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.	Cedar Rapids (Noelridge Park)	-	Yes	31	Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms	-	-
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Right at Home In Home Care & Assistance	HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary. 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.	Cedar Rapids (1St Avenue East)	-	No	56	Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms	12	A+

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What neighborhood is BrightStar Care of Cedar Rapids / Iowa City in?

BrightStar Care of Cedar Rapids / Iowa City is in the Kenwood Park neighborhood.

Is BrightStar Care of Cedar Rapids / Iowa City in a walkable area?

BrightStar Care of Cedar Rapids / Iowa City has a walk score of 60. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Are there photos of BrightStar Care of Cedar Rapids / Iowa City?

Yes — there are 7 photos of BrightStar Care of Cedar Rapids / Iowa City in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the phone number of BrightStar Care of Cedar Rapids / Iowa City?

(319) 363-2721 will put you in contact with the team at BrightStar Care of Cedar Rapids / Iowa City.

Is BrightStar Care of Cedar Rapids / Iowa City Medicare or Medicaid certified?

BrightStar Care of Cedar Rapids / Iowa City is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.