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.

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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?

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Everystep | Nursing Home in Des Moines, IA

Overview of Everystep

EveryStep provides hospice, home health, grief and community care with compassion and dignity, guiding families through life’s most important moments. It offers a range of services including hospice care, home health care, and grief support. The organization is dedicated to supporting families during challenging times.

(515) 274-3400

45-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

33 years in operation

A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

356%

Higher than the Iowa average: 75.4%

Occupied beds

160 / 45

Average residents 51 per day

Facility TypeHospice

StatusActive

IssuanceSeptember 1, 1992

ExpirationAugust 30, 2026

CountyPolk

License Number771500

Certification TypeFALSE

Everystep is administrated by Leann Uhlenhopp.

Owner NameNo Related Entities Found

Email [email protected]

Fax5152777015

Specific ProgramsHospice & Home Health Care, Community Health, Grief & Loss, Amanda the Panda, Bereavement, Support, Volunteer

Iowa average: 17 visits/inspections

Iowa average: 0 inspections

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Latest inspection

Date June 24, 2025

31 deficiencies

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

Iowa average: 27 deficiencies

Inspection Report Summary for Everystep

The most recent inspection on June 24, 2025, found no deficiencies during the complaint investigation. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of standard level deficiencies primarily related to care planning and coordination, including failures to review and update individualized plans of care and to provide services according to updated physician orders. Complaint investigations were mostly unsubstantiated, with the exception of several substantiated findings involving interdisciplinary group care planning and coordination issues. No fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or license actions were listed in the available reports. The trend suggests some improvement over time, with the most recent inspection showing no cited deficiencies after previous citations for care planning and coordination.

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

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Iowa SCSEP

Age 55+

General unemployed, low-income, Iowa resident.

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

Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents.

Benefits

Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

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

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Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

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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 (East Village)	46	70.5%	-7%	4.51				-10%	+5%	13	10	3.3	43	-	Mock, Beata	$8.4M	$4.0M	47.7%	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	$6.0M	$2.5M	41.6%	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	$7.8M	$3.4M	43.7%	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 (East Village)	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 (East Village)	80	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	0	0	0.0	-	-	-	-	-	-	-

Iowa Jewish Senior Life Center

Overall Rating:

Type of care: NH AL

Community:Location: Des Moines (East Village)

Bed Count: 46

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: $8,394,994.00

Payroll Costs: $4,002,873.00

Payroll %: 47.7%

CCN: 165006

Azria Health Park Place

Overall Rating:

Type of care: NH AL

Community:Location: 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: $5,958,473.00

Payroll Costs: $2,478,858.00

Payroll %: 41.6%

CCN: 165202

Genesis Senior Living Center

Overall Rating:

Type of care: NH AL

Community:Location: 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: $7,765,813.00

Payroll Costs: $3,393,417.00

Payroll %: 43.7%

CCN: 165175

Everystep

Type of care: NH AL

Community:Location: Des Moines (East Village)

Bed Count: 45

Citations per Inspection: 0.0

Greater Southside Health and Rehabilitation

Type of care: NH AL

Community:Location: Des Moines (East Village)

Bed Count: 80

Citations per Inspection: 0.0

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