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Peacefully nestled in the serene setting of Iowa City, IA, Featherstone at Hickory Hill is an idyllic retreat that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Beautifully furnished and cozy accommodations are available in a warm and welcoming environment, ensuring residents can feel at ease during their stay. Weekly housekeeping is also provided for residents’ convenience.
With plenty of recreational spaces and enriching events, residents will not run out of things to do for leisure and wellness. Three delicious and healthy meals are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community is also equipped with an art studio, a bistro, a beauty salon, a theater, and a garden lounge, creating the ideal setting for leisure and wellness.
Lower than the Iowa average: 75.4%FeatherStone at Hickory Hill is administrated by Tracy Sherzer.
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.
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Iowa state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Deficiencies
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 6 | 27 | This facility has 78% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (6 vs. IA avg 27).↓ 78% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2025.
| 6 | 27 | This facility has 78% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (6 vs. IA avg 27).↓ 78% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 3 | 1.8 | This facility has 67% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (3 vs. IA avg 1.8).↑ 67% worse |
Inspections
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 2 | 15 | This facility has 87% fewer total inspections than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (2 vs. IA avg 15).↓ 87% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on June 11, 2025, identified deficiencies related to incomplete health evaluations prior to and within 30 days of tenant occupancy. Earlier inspections, including the initial certification on March 25, 2025, also cited similar issues with tenant health evaluations, as well as additional deficiencies involving employee background checks and documentation in nurses' notes. No fines, enforcement actions, or complaint investigations were listed in the available reports. The main themes across inspections involved tenant health assessments and employee screening processes. The repeated findings on health evaluations suggest ongoing challenges in fully meeting these requirements.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
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Tracy Sherzer serves as the Executive Director at FeatherStone at Hickory Hill, leading a dedicated team committed to enhancing the lives of older adults and their families. Under Tracy's leadership, the community fosters a warm, welcoming environment that inspires vibrant lifestyles and a strong sense of belonging.
2.6 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Iowa City's city center to FeatherStone at Hickory Hill's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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FeatherStone at Hickory Hill is located in Iowa City, Iowa.
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The information below is reported by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing.
| FeatherStone at Hickory Hill |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
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.
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. | Iowa City (Hoover) | 170 | No | 13 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 1 | 29.4% | 2 |
| Vintage Cooperative of Iowa City |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Iowa City (Shimek) | - | Yes | 9 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | - |
| NEX Senior Apartments |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Iowa City (Longfellow) | - | No | 30 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | - |
FeatherStone at Hickory Hill is in the Hoover neighborhood of Iowa City.
FeatherStone at Hickory Hill has a walk score of 13. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
According to IA state health department records, FeatherStone at Hickory Hill's license number is S0491.
According to IA state health department records, FeatherStone at Hickory Hill's license expires on August 15, 2026.
FeatherStone at Hickory Hill's occupancy is 29%.
Yes — see the floorplan options available at FeatherStone at Hickory Hill on this page.
The team at FeatherStone at Hickory Hill can be reached at [email protected].
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