Homestead of Oskaloosa
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Iowa, IA

Homestead of Oskaloosa

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Iowa, IA

Overview of Homestead of Oskaloosa

Homestead of Oskaloosa is a senior living community at 2102 South Market Street in Oskaloosa, Iowa. Administered by Candice Fuller, the facility serves Mahaska County under license S0186, which is active through February 2026. Current data shows a 67% occupancy rate with 64 residents, which is below the Iowa state average of 75.4%. The location earns a Walk Score of 75, indicating that most local errands can be completed on foot.

State monitoring records from the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing indicate a history of high regulatory compliance. Over the past six years, the facility has recorded an annual average of 0.5 deficiencies, a rate 89% lower than the state benchmark. The most recent complaint investigation in February 2025 resulted in a citations-per-inspection rate of zero. While a 2023 review identified three minor administrative issues regarding staff background checks and service plan updates, no fines or enforcement actions are documented.

Clinical care is delivered by a professional team that includes licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants available 24 hours a day. Services include medication management, personalized health assessments, and specialized support for residents with Alzheimer’s and dementia. The facility follows an elderly waiver-eligible model and offers different levels of care to match the specific functional needs of each resident.

The residential environment focuses on an intimate, personalized atmosphere where residents can maintain independence through customized care plans. Shared amenities feature home-cooked meals, transportation services, and daily assistance with activities such as dressing and grooming. Although the community is currently pet-free, it provides a secure environment with various common spaces for social engagement.

This environment suits individuals seeking a highly walkable setting with a consistent record of regulatory excellence. Families evaluating Homestead of Oskaloosa should ask directly about the corrective actions taken following the 2023 service plan citation and request a copy of the current dementia-specific activity schedule before making a placement decision.

(641) 672-1090
Bed community size
96-bed community Rank #75 / 407Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 75th out of 407 homes in Iowa. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Iowa facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
8 years in operation Rank #202 / 282Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 202nd out of 282 homes in Iowa. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Iowa facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 75 / 100 Rank #74 / 528Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 74th out of 528 homes in Iowa. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Iowa facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
67%
Rank #211 / 407Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 211th out of 407 homes in Iowa. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Iowa average, with its Statewide rank out of 407. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the Iowa average: 75.4%
Occupied beds
64 / 96
Average occupied beds in Iowa homes 51 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Programs
StatusActive
IssuanceFebruary 18, 2020
ExpirationFebruary 23, 2028
CountyMahaska
License NumberS0428

Ownership & Operating Entity

Homestead of Oskaloosa is administrated by Candice Fuller.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactCandice Fuller, EXEC DIRECTOR

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Contact Information

Fax6416721116

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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.

Since 2020 · 6 years of data 3 deficiencies 4 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info 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.

Since 2020 vs. Iowa state average
Overall vs. IA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 4 Better Metrics better than Iowa average:
• Total deficiencies (89% below)
• Deficiencies per year (89% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (56% below)
• Total inspections (73% below)
Latest Inspection February 6, 2025

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This Facility IA Average vs. IA Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 3 27 This facility has 89% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (3 vs. IA avg 27).↓ 89% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2020. 0.5 4.5 This facility has 89% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (0.5 vs. IA avg 4.5).↓ 89% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.8 1.8 This facility has 56% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (0.8 vs. IA avg 1.8).↓ 56% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This Facility IA Average vs. IA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 4 15 This facility has 73% fewer total inspections than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (4 vs. IA avg 15).↓ 73% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • February 6, 2025 complaint investigation found no regulatory insufficiencies or substantiated complaints.
  • July 17, 2023 renewal inspection cited three deficiencies including failure to supervise an eloped tenant and failure to update that tenant’s service plan.
  • The July 2023 inspection also found failure to request a DHS evaluation for an employee with a child abuse history.

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Compare Assisted Living around Iowa

The information below is reported by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing.

Homestead of Oskaloosa
AL
MC
Oskaloosa
96
Facility 96
IA AVG 71
Rank #75 / 407
No
75
Facility 75
IA AVG 45
Rank #74 / 528
-
8
Facility 8
IA AVG 19
Rank #202 / 282
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
IA AVG 66.2%
Rank #199 / 379
4
1
Facility 1
IA AVG 6.6
Rank #31 / 348
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 0.8
Rank #1 / 348
MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Jordan Creek
AL
MC
RC
West Des Moines
93
Facility 93
IA AVG 71
Rank #79 / 407
No
58
Facility 58
IA AVG 45
Rank #168 / 528
Studio / 1 bed / 2 bed
7
Facility 7
IA AVG 19
Rank #211 / 282
58.1%
Facility 58.1%
IA AVG 66.2%
Rank #228 / 379
9
6
Facility 6
IA AVG 6.6
Rank #187 / 348
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 0.8
Rank #1 / 348
Prairie Hills at Cedar Rapids
AL
Cedar Rapids
86
Facility 86
IA AVG 71
Rank #95 / 407
Yes
47
Facility 47
IA AVG 45
Rank #246 / 528
-
17
Facility 17
IA AVG 19
Rank #151 / 282
50.0%
Facility 50.0%
IA AVG 66.2%
Rank #263 / 379
18
6
Facility 6
IA AVG 6.6
Rank #187 / 348
3
Facility 3
IA AVG 0.8
Rank #298 / 348
Valley View Village
AL
HC
IL
MC
NH
RC
Des Moines (Fairmont Park)
79
Facility 79
IA AVG 71
Rank #117 / 407
Yes
38
Facility 38
IA AVG 45
Rank #305 / 528
-
54
Facility 54
IA AVG 19
Rank #2 / 282
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
IA AVG 66.2%
Rank #1 / 379
24
7
Facility 7
IA AVG 6.6
Rank #205 / 348
2
Facility 2
IA AVG 0.8
Rank #281 / 348
Grand Living At Tower Place
AL
IL
MC
West Des Moines (South 51St Street)
76
Facility 76
IA AVG 71
Rank #125 / 407
Yes
63
Facility 63
IA AVG 45
Rank #134 / 528
Studio / 1 bed / 2 bed
5
Facility 5
IA AVG 19
Rank #232 / 282
47.4%
Facility 47.4%
IA AVG 66.2%
Rank #292 / 379
7
3
Facility 3
IA AVG 6.6
Rank #93 / 348
1
Facility 1
IA AVG 0.8
Rank #250 / 348

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Iowa

Homestead of Oskaloosa is located in Oskaloosa, Iowa.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Iowa.

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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).
IA

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.
IA

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).
IA

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).
IA

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
IA

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

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.
IA

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Homestead of Oskaloosa

Is Homestead of Oskaloosa in a walkable area?

Homestead of Oskaloosa has a walk score of 75. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the license number of Homestead of Oskaloosa?

According to IA state health department records, Homestead of Oskaloosa's license number is S0428.

When does Homestead of Oskaloosa's license expire?

According to IA state health department records, Homestead of Oskaloosa's license expires on February 23, 2028.

What is the occupancy rate at Homestead of Oskaloosa?

Homestead of Oskaloosa's occupancy is 67%.

What is the best email address for Homestead of Oskaloosa?

The team at Homestead of Oskaloosa can be reached at [email protected].

Who is the administrator of Homestead of Oskaloosa?

Candice Fuller is the administrator of Homestead of Oskaloosa.

How many beds does Homestead of Oskaloosa have?

Homestead of Oskaloosa has 96 beds.

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