The Heritage At Northern Hills

The Heritage At Northern Hills is a Memory Care Home in Iowa

The Heritage At Northern… is a Memory Care Home in Iowa

The Heritage At Northern Hills

4002 Teton Trce, Sioux City, IA 51104 View Map

The Heritage At Northern Hills is a Memory Care Home in Iowa

The Heritage At Northern… is a Memory Care Home in Iowa

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Overview of The Heritage At Northern Hills

The Heritage at Northern Hills is a premier retirement community situated on the north side of Sioux City, Iowa. This assisted living community offers a variety of senior living options, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Respite Care, empowering residents to maintain their independence while receiving necessary care. Residents at The Heritage at Northern Hills benefit from a dedicated team of caregivers, which includes a registered nurse, licensed practical nurses, certified medication aides, and caregivers, ensuring they have access to 24-hour support for their well-being and safety.

This vibrant community provides a wealth of amenities, from a movie theater and game room to a salon/barbershop and café. The light-filled, restaurant-style dining room serves delicious meals, and the convenient access to nearby shopping, restaurants, entertainment, and medical providers enhances the overall living experience. At The Heritage at Northern Hills, the commitment is to deliver an exceptional senior living environment, prioritizing independence, happiness, and well-being for all residents.

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Home Information The Heritage At Northern Hills
Bed community size
128-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
18+ years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 18 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

License Status
Active
License Date
December 12, 2025
License Expiration
December 12, 2027

Additional licensing details

License number: S0058
Year opened: 08/24/1999
County: Woodbury

Ownership & operating entity

The Heritage At Northern Hills is administrated by Christy Nikkel.

Administrator: Christy Nikkel
Nonprofit ownership: No

Care Services

Provides Memory Care

Contact Information

Fax: 7122399406

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Types of Care at The Heritage At Northern Hills

Assisted Living Memory Care Independent Living

Inspection History

In Iowa, the Department of Social Services (for ALFs) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.

23 visits/inspections

12 visits/inspections triggered by complaints

11 other visits

Iowa average: 15 visits/inspections

Latest inspection

Date:November 20, 2024

Inspection history

Visit Date Visit Type
Revisit
11/20/2024 Recertification
11/09/2023 Complaint
08/17/2022 Complaint
01/12/2022 Recertification, Complaint, FIC
09/01/2020 FIC
12/11/2019 Recertification
09/26/2019 Complaint
04/11/2018 Complaint
02/08/2018 Complaint
11/16/2017 Recertification
06/26/2017 Complaint
03/23/2016 Incident
12/07/2015 Incident
09/16/2015 Recertification, Incident
12/02/2014 Complaint, Incident
08/27/2013 Recertification
03/26/2013 Complaint
10/11/2011 Recertification
07/14/2011 Incident
06/24/2008 Complaint Revisit
Yes
10/06/2004 Complaint
09/08/2004 Complaint

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Address 4 miles from city center

Address 4002 Teton Trce, Sioux City, IA 51104

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Comparison Chart

The information below is reported by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing.
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The Heritage At Northern Hills
AL

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Sioux City
128
No
18
-
-
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-
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Prime Assisted Living
AL

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

MC

Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Sioux City
120
No
88
-
-
-
-
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Brookdale Sioux City
AL

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Sioux City
-
Yes
59
-
-
-
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Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Countryside Health Care Center
AL

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

MC

Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

N

Nursing

Sioux City
101
No
9
#N/A
$6,838,909.00
$3,060,501.00
44.8%
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
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Guides for Better Senior Living

From costs to care, explore the most important topics to make informed decisions about your future.

Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for Iowa Seniors

Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Elderly Waiver
Iowa Medicaid Elderly Waiver
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: Rural focus; waitlists possible.
  • Services: 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
  • General: Caregiver of someone 60+, Iowa resident.
  • Income Limits: No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
  • Asset Limits: Not applicable.
  • IA Specifics: Limited slots; rural emphasis.
  • Services: 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
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Three tiers; no waitlist.
  • Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)
  • General: Age 55+, 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 Specifics: Limited to western Iowa (e.g., Council Bluffs); expanding slowly.
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, therapy, respite.
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
  • General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Iowa resident.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
  • Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
  • IA Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents.
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Iowa VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics: High veteran demand in rural areas.
  • Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).
Able Up Iowa
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Loans up to $25,000; statewide via Easterseals partnership.
  • Services: Loans for wheelchairs, ramps, walk-in tubs (~$500-$10,000 avg.), reducing reliance on paid care.

Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for Iowa Seniors

Iowa Medicaid Elderly Waiver

Elderly Waiver

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, 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 Specifics:
    Rural focus; waitlists possible.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: In-home care (5-7 hours/day), meals ($6/meal), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care ($60/day).
IA NFCSP

Iowa Family Caregiver Support

Requirements:
  • General:
    Caregiver of someone 60+, Iowa resident.
  • Income Limits:
    No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
  • Asset Limits:
    Not applicable.
  • IA Specifics:
    Limited slots; rural emphasis.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$60/day), short-term facility care (up to 5 days).
Iowa Medicare Savings Program

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:
    Three tiers; no waitlist.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Iowa PACE

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 55+, 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 Specifics:
    Limited to western Iowa (e.g., Council Bluffs); expanding slowly.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, therapy, respite.
Iowa SCSEP

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Iowa resident.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
  • Asset Limits:
    Not specified; income-focused.
  • IA Specifics:
    Priority for veterans, rural residents.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
Iowa VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics:
    High veteran demand in rural areas.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: 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

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:
    Loans up to $25,000; statewide via Easterseals partnership.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Loans for wheelchairs, ramps, walk-in tubs (~$500-$10,000 avg.), reducing reliance on paid care.

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