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Summit Pointe Senior Living is a 178-bed assisted living facility at 3505 English Glen Avenue in Marion, Iowa. Administered by Melinda Haley, the community serves Linn County under license S0398, which is valid through December 4, 2026. Current data shows a 52% occupancy rate with 93 residents, reflecting growth from previous years despite remaining below the Iowa state average of 75.4%. The location is highly accessible with a Walk Score of 89, allowing most errands to be completed on foot.
Since 2019, the facility has recorded eight total deficiencies across seven inspections, averaging 1.1 annually, a rate 72% below the state average. While the July 2020 infection control survey and November 2021 recertification both resulted in a citations-per-inspection rate of zero, more recent investigations have identified recurring gaps. A June 2025 complaint investigation substantiated a deficiency regarding incomplete food temperature monitoring, affecting the entire resident population.
Clinical care is provided at this seven-year-old campus through a 24-hour staffing model that includes licensed nurses and CNAs. A January 2024 recertification identified three deficiencies involving improper medication administration and failures to update service plans for both current and discharged residents. Furthermore, an August 2024 investigation cited staff for failing to follow training protocols, specifically regarding improper gait belt use during resident ambulation. The community offers a continuum of care including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and rehabilitation services.
The residential environment features diverse amenities such as fitness centers, outdoor spaces, and organized entertainment. While the facility has demonstrated an upward occupancy trend, historical records highlight persistent documentation issues, including incomplete nurse reviews and non-individualized service plans that failed to address specific pain management or oxygen care needs. Currently, the facility has no documented history of fines, license suspensions, or formal enforcement actions.
Prospective representatives should evaluate the facility’s recent increase in complaint-driven inspections alongside its favorable overall deficiency metrics. It is recommended to verify current staff training execution and to confirm that food safety temperature logs are being maintained according to state policy. Families may contact the administrative office to discuss corrective actions related to medication oversight and to ensure the community’s operational protocols meet their 2026 care expectations.
Lower than the Iowa average: 75.4%Summit Pointe Senior Living is administrated by Melinda Haley.
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.
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.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 8 | 27 | This facility has 70% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (8 vs. IA avg 27).↓ 70% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2019.
| 1.1 | 3.9 | This facility has 72% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (1.1 vs. IA avg 3.9).↓ 72% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 1.1 | 1.8 | This facility has 39% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (1.1 vs. IA avg 1.8).↓ 39% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 7 | 15 | This facility has 53% fewer total inspections than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (7 vs. IA avg 15).↓ 53% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
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Estimated distance in miles from Marion's city center to Summit Pointe Senior 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.
| Summit Pointe Senior Living |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Marion | 178
Facility
178
IA AVG
71
Rank
#6 / 407 | No |
89
Facility
89
IA AVG
45
Rank
#17 / 528 | - | 7
Facility
7
IA AVG
19
Rank
#211 / 282 |
52.2%
Facility
52.2%
IA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#253 / 379 | 7 | 4
Facility
4
IA AVG
6.6
Rank
#131 / 348 | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#1 / 348 |
| Bickford of Marion |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Marion (Hickory Haven Estates Condos) | 46
Facility
46
IA AVG
71
Rank
#274 / 407 | Yes |
69
Facility
69
IA AVG
45
Rank
#103 / 528 | - | 27
Facility
27
IA AVG
19
Rank
#62 / 282 |
76.1%
Facility
76.1%
IA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#147 / 379 | 34 | 20
Facility
20
IA AVG
6.6
Rank
#334 / 348 | 3
Facility
3
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#298 / 348 |
The legal owner and operator of Summit Pointe Senior Living is No Related Entities Found.
Summit Pointe Senior Living has a walk score of 89. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
According to IA state health department records, Summit Pointe Senior Living's license number is S0398.
According to IA state health department records, Summit Pointe Senior Living's license expires on December 4, 2026.
Summit Pointe Senior Living's occupancy is 52%.
The team at Summit Pointe Senior Living can be reached at [email protected].
Melinda Haley is the administrator of Summit Pointe Senior Living.
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