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Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP)
Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (alp) offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and nursing care in Council Bluffs, IA. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and nursing care provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. With several care levels in one community, Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (alp) may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to another community.
The community has 36 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. Chef prepared meals are provided, and the beauty salon and barber shop let residents take care of grooming within the community. Residents can join exercise classes, Bible studies, music, crafts, and game nights, while rehabilitation services are also available. Mike Steinkruger serves as the administrator, and the community is in the Kane Township neighborhood.
Community insights.
About this community
Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP) is administered by Mike Steinkruger.
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.
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, violation, 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.
• Violations per inspection (31% above) 1 At Avg Metrics at Iowa average:
• State violations (at IA avg) 2 Better Metrics better than Iowa average:
• Violations (74% below)
• Federal violations (100% below)
Violations
| This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
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Violations
| 7 | 27 | This facility has 74% fewer violations than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (7 vs. IA avg 27).↓ 74% better |
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Federal violations
| 0 | 31 | This facility has 100% fewer federal violations than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (0 vs. IA avg 31).↓ 100% better |
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State violations
| 7 | 7 | This facility has state violations in line with the Iowa average (7 vs. IA avg 7).— At avg |
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Violations per inspection
| 2.3 | 1.76 | This facility has 31% more violations per inspection than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (2.3 vs. IA avg 1.76).↑ 31% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
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Total inspections
| 3 | 13 | This facility has had 77% fewer total inspections than the Iowa average (3 vs. IA avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 77% fewer |
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4.6 miles from city center
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Info below is compiled from the IA Dept. of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing (DIAL), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
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Count of incident-based investigations (e.g. reported events) in the regulatory record for the reporting period.
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| Bethany Lutheran Home | MC AL NH SNF | Council Bluffs | 112
Facility
112
IA AVG
71
Rank
#44 / 334 | Yes |
77
Facility
77
IA AVG
46
Rank
#49 / 424 | - | 51
Facility
51
IA AVG
18
Rank
#5 / 258 |
80.4%
Facility
80.4%
IA AVG
63.7%
Rank
#87 / 295 | 38 | 21
Facility
21
IA AVG
7
Rank
#294 / 299 | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.9
Rank
#1 / 299 |
| Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP) | MC AL IL NH | Council Bluffs (Kane Township) | 36
Facility
36
IA AVG
71
Rank
#293 / 334 | No | - | - | 3
Facility
3
IA AVG
18
Rank
#230 / 258 |
38.9%
Facility
38.9%
IA AVG
63.7%
Rank
#262 / 295 | 3 | 1
Facility
1
IA AVG
7
Rank
#36 / 299 | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.9
Rank
#1 / 299 |
| Prairie Gate | MC AL IL NH SNF | Council Bluffs | 36
Facility
36
IA AVG
71
Rank
#293 / 334 | No |
6
Facility
6
IA AVG
46
Rank
#406 / 424 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Private / Companions Suite | 5
Facility
5
IA AVG
18
Rank
#210 / 258 |
94.4%
Facility
94.4%
IA AVG
63.7%
Rank
#15 / 295 | 19 | 4
Facility
4
IA AVG
7
Rank
#125 / 299 | 1
Facility
1
IA AVG
0.9
Rank
#205 / 299 |
| Country House at Council Bluffs | MC | Council Bluffs | - | No |
29
Facility
29
IA AVG
46
Rank
#314 / 424 | Private Rooms | - | - | - | - | - |
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Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in Iowa
Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP) is located in Council Bluffs, Iowa.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Iowa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP)
What neighborhood is Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP) in?
Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP) is in the Kane Township neighborhood of Council Bluffs.
What is the license number of Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP)?
According to IA state health department records, Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP)'s license number is S0475.
When does Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP)'s license expire?
According to IA state health department records, Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP)'s license expires on September 19, 2027.
What is the occupancy rate at Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP)?
Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP)'s occupancy is 38.9%.
How long has Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP) been in business?
Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP) has been operating for approximately 3 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP)?
No, Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP) has a no-pet policy.
Who is the administrator of Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP)?
Mike Steinkruger is the administrator of Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP).





