Occupancy rate
39%
In line with Iowa averageHolland Farms
Assisted Living in Des Moines
Holland Farms
Assisted Living in Des Moines
Backed by more than three decades of gold-standard service, Holland Farms Senior Living is one of Agemark Senior Living’s heralded communities, located in Norwalk, Iowa. Surrounded by beautiful views of the Echo Valley Country Club and Des Moines skyline, Holland Farms provides a peaceful and scenic environment for memory care, independent and assisted senior living.
Featuring an impressive range of top-class amenities, spend your golden years in the comfort of cozy, fully-equipped living quarters, savor a delectable meal at elegantly designed dining rooms or take a relaxing stroll along the lush walking trails. Immerse yourself in the library, mingle with the community in dedicated areas for special events, movie screenings, and classes, or pamper yourself with an in-house salon for hair care, manicures, and pedicures. Enjoy all these and more, without worrying about daily activities or medical assistance thanks to an expert staff that’s always there to lend a warm, helping hand. Live life to the fullest, safest, and in the utmost comfort, at Holland Farms.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
116
116-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
4 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score: 38 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Occupancy
In line with Iowa averageOccupied beds
45 / 116
Average residents
51 per day
StatusActive
IssuanceMay 15, 2025
ExpirationMay 15, 2027
CountyWarren
License NumberS0448
Year Opened05/14/2021
Holland Farms is administrated by Blake Dodd.
Email
[email protected]
Fax5158505181
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Holland Farms
Independent Living
Assisted Living
Memory Care
1 / 4
Private Rooms
1
350 - 810 sq. ft
1 / 4
Semi-Private Rooms
1 - 2
735 - 1025 sq. ft
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.
7 visits/inspections
Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.
3 visits/inspections triggered by complaints
Breakdown by inspection type
- 1 initial inspection
- 2 renewal/recertification inspections
- 3 complaint investigations
- 1 follow-up inspection
Iowa average: 17 visits/inspections
Iowa average: 0 inspections
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Latest inspection
Date
September 29, 2025
Inspection history
09/29/2025
Recertification, Complaint
03/06/2025
Complaint
10/31/2023
Recertification, Complaint
10/31/2023
Complaint Revisit
Yes
03/03/2023
Complaint
11/22/2022
Complaint
11/09/2021
Initial, FIC
Initial
20 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Iowa average: 27 deficiencies
Inspection Report Summary for Holland Farms
The most recent inspection on September 29, 2025, identified deficiencies related to medication accountability, nurse delegation training, tenant evaluations, service plans, and nurse reviews. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of issues with documentation, tenant care plans, medication management, and staff training, with some substantiated complaints regarding involuntary transfers and training of temporary staff. Inspectors cited recurring deficiencies in medication management and service plan documentation, as well as failure to follow procedures for involuntary transfers and tenant record retention. Complaint investigations included both substantiated and unsubstantiated findings, with no enforcement actions or fines listed in the available reports. The facility’s inspection history shows ongoing challenges with regulatory compliance, with no clear trend of improvement or worsening over time.
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