Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP)
Memory Care, Assisted Living, Independent Living & Nursing Care · Council Bluffs, IA

Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP)

Memory Care, Assisted Living, Independent Living & Nursing Care · Council Bluffs, IA

Overview of 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.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 36 Rank #293 / 334Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 293rd out of 334 homes we track in Iowa for bed count. 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info An established community with some operational experience and growing routines. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #230 / 258Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 230th out of 258 homes we track in Iowa for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Iowa facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
3 years
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #262 / 295Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 262nd out of 295 homes we track in Iowa for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Iowa average, with its Statewide rank out of 295. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
38.9% This home usually has availability
Lower than the Iowa average: 63.7%
Occupied beds
14 / 36

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Programs
StatusActive
IssuanceJuly 12, 2023
ExpirationSeptember 19, 2027
CountyPottawattamie
License NumberS0475
CMS Certification Number165466

Ownership & Operating Entity

Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP) is administered by Mike Steinkruger.

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Fax7123664748

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fireplace
Library
Patio
Dining
Salon
Wheelchair Accessible
ActivitiesA rich calendar of activities is offered, including exercise classes, Bible studies, music, crafts, and game nights

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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.

Inspection Scorecard Info 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.

Overall vs. IA average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Iowa average:
• 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 Info Violations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityIA Averagevs. IA Avg
Violations Info Total violations cited across all inspections on record. Iowa reports these as a federal and a state component, shown below; the two add up to this total. 727 This facility has 74% fewer violations than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (7 vs. IA avg 27).↓ 74% better
Federal violations Info Part of the Violations total above — the share cited under federal nursing-home requirements, which apply to Medicare/Medicaid-certified facilities. Federal + state add up to the total. 031 This facility has 100% fewer federal violations than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (0 vs. IA avg 31).↓ 100% better
State violations Info Part of the Violations total above — the share cited under Iowa state licensing requirements. Federal + state add up to the total. 77 This facility has state violations in line with the Iowa average (7 vs. IA avg 7).— At avg
Violations per inspection Info Average violations per inspection. 2.31.76 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 Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityIA Averagevs. IA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 313 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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Address 4.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Council Bluffs's city center to Chapters Living of Council Bluffs (ALP)'s address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Memory Care around Council Bluffs

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.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
Count of incident-based investigations (e.g. reported events) in the regulatory record for the reporting period.
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-----

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every IA community we track that reports that metric, not just the 4 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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.

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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 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).

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