Primarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
Most new residents arrive under private pay (63% of admissions), and a typical private pay stay runs around 6 - 7 years.
Pleasantview Assisted Living is a 56-bed faith-based community at 811 3rd Street in Kalona, Iowa. Administered by Marcille Ward, the facility serves Washington County under a license issued in August 2023. Current data shows a 41% occupancy rate with 23 residents, as the facility is in a growth phase following its recent opening. The location holds a Walk Score of 50, indicating moderate walkability in the downtown Kalona area.
The initial certification inspection conducted on December 5, 2024, resulted in a citations-per-inspection rate of zero. While the community lacks a long-term operational history, this first review earned a 5-star inspection rating, signaling that all regulatory requirements were met at launch.
Clinical care at this campus follows a multi-level model including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Professional services are provided by a licensed nursing team capable of supporting residents as they transition between different levels of care. The community also hosts dementia support groups and provides volunteer opportunities to foster resident engagement and family involvement.
The residential environment emphasizes spiritual values and a home-like atmosphere with landscaped grounds and garden spaces. Outdoor dining areas and common rooms are designed to support a quality-of-life focused approach within a faith-centered setting. As a two-year-old facility, management focuses on establishing long-term care protocols and stabilizing operations within its newly built environment.
Prospective residents may find the community’s early zero-deficiency status and faith-based values a strong foundation for placement. It is advisable to confirm current staffing stability and discuss the availability of skilled nursing services during a personal tour. Individuals can contact the Kalona office to discuss how the multi-level care model supports aging in place and to verify that 2026 safety standards remain consistent with the initial high rating.
Pleasantview Assisted Living is administered by Marcille Ward.
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.
Inspections
| This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
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Total inspections
| 1 | 15 | This facility has 93% fewer total inspections than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (1 vs. IA avg 15).↓ 93% better |
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Last Health inspection on Mar 2025
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Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
2 of 3 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 3 resulted from complaint investigations.
State average: N/A
State average: N/A
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total hours from contractors
5,089 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 44 | 58 | 102 | 12,509 | 92 | 100% | 7.6 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 12 | 0 | 12 | 4,352 | 92 | 100% | 7.3 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 7 | 7 | 14 | 2,314 | 92 | 100% | 8 |
| Registered Nurse | 14 | 12 | 26 | 2,266 | 92 | 100% | 8.6 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 3 | 6 | 1,449 | 70 | 76% | 8.1 |
| Dental Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 959 | 77 | 84% | 7.5 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 901 | 64 | 70% | 7.5 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 2 | 2 | 546 | 73 | 79% | 4.9 |
| Administrator | 0 | 1 | 1 | 504 | 63 | 68% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 480 | 62 | 67% | 7.7 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 475 | 61 | 66% | 7.8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 440 | 55 | 60% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 3 | 3 | 360 | 70 | 76% | 4.6 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 118 | 52 | 57% | 2.3 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 3 | 3 | 91 | 42 | 46% | 2.1 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 6 | 6 | 75 | 35 | 38% | 1.9 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 4 | 4 | 72 | 42 | 46% | 1.6 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 32 | 8 | 9% | 3.9 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 23 | 11 | 12% | 2.1 |
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
30% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
63% of new residents, often for short stays.
7% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Historical financial and operational data for Pleasantview Assisted Living from 2011–2023, based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 12/2023.
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
Most new residents arrive under private pay (63% of admissions), and a typical private pay stay runs around 6 - 7 years.
Coverage residents most often arrive under.
Coverage residents most often leave under.
0.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Kalona's city center to Pleasantview Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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The information below is reported by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing.
| Pleasantview Assisted Living | NH AL HC IL MC NC | Kalona | - | 56 | - | 50 | - |
| Ramsey Village Continuing Care | NH AL IL MC RC | Des Moines (Drake) | - | 78 | - | 38 | 1 bed / 2 bed |
| Rotary Senior Living | NH AL IL MC | Eagle Grove | - | 40 | - | 24 | Private Rooms |
| Calvin Community | NH AL IL MC | Des Moines (Beaverdale) | - | 59 | - | 61 | 1 Bed |
| The Summit at Bettendorf | NH AL IL MC | Bettendorf | - | 40 | - | 11 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
Pleasantview Assisted Living has a walk score of 50. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
According to IA state health department records, Pleasantview Assisted Living's license number is S0477.
According to IA state health department records, Pleasantview Assisted Living's license expires on August 23, 2027.
Pleasantview Assisted Living's occupancy is 41%.
The team at Pleasantview Assisted Living can be reached at mward@pvkalona.com.
Pleasantview Assisted Living is registered as a non-profit in IA.
Marcille Ward is the administrator of Pleasantview Assisted Living.
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