Mix of rehab and long-term care
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

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Valley View Village 2571 is a high-standard nursing home in Des Moines, IA, that offers a wide range of care options, from independent living to rehabilitation. Promoting a welcoming environment, the community strives to maintain connections for older adults’ happiness and wellness. Delicious dining, recreational activities, and pet-friendly spaces are among the community’s unique features that make it an ideal retirement destination. With its dedication to residents’ welfare, personalized care plans are crafted to meet their healthcare needs and lifestyle preferences.
Hobby groups, fun excursions, and spiritual activities are just some of the activities that residents can join for leisure and wellness. The community also features a variety of amenities, including a library, well-maintained gardens, and walking paths, dedicated to enriching residents’ living experiences. As a community of its own, Valley View Village has all the local amenities needed for residents’ needs and leisure. This retirement community is one of Iowa’s finest choices for senior living, especially for its wide range of care options and extensive amenities.
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
42% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
57% of new residents, often for short stays.
1% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Valley View Village is administrated by Stephanie Proper.
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
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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.
7 visits/inspections triggered by complaints
1 other visits
Iowa average: 17 visits/inspections
Iowa average: 0 inspections
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Iowa average: 27 deficiencies
The most recent inspection on November 24, 2025, found deficiencies related to failure to follow a resident’s end-of-life treatment preferences as indicated on the Iowa Physician Orders for Scope of Treatment (IPOST). Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies involving resident safety during transfers, infection control practices, medication administration, care plan updates, and documentation. Several complaint investigations were substantiated, including issues with improper resident transfers causing injury, inadequate supervision leading to falls, and incomplete skin assessments. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility’s inspection history shows recurring issues in resident care and safety, with some periods of correction followed by new deficiencies.
Iowa average 4.9
Last Health inspection on May 2025
Iowa average 21.7
Iowa average 4.11
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
10 of 19 citations resulted from standard inspections; 3 of 19 resulted from complaint investigations; and 6 of 19 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Iowa average: 0.6
Iowa average: 0.9
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3.6 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Des Moines's city center to Valley View Village's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Manages medical care and health needs.
No contractors work on this role.
Assists with medical care and medications.
No contractors work on this role.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
No contractors work on this role.
Total hours from contractors
4,156 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 55 | 0 | 55 | 18,161 | 91 | 100% | 9.1 |
| Registered Nurse | 20 | 0 | 20 | 8,177 | 91 | 100% | 9.7 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 7 | 0 | 7 | 2,770 | 89 | 98% | 10.1 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,765 | 63 | 69% | 8.1 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,586 | 90 | 99% | 6.6 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 6 | 6 | 1,351 | 67 | 74% | 6.9 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 3 | 3 | 1,049 | 74 | 81% | 7.1 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 2 | 0 | 2 | 916 | 77 | 85% | 8.1 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 3 | 3 | 778 | 64 | 70% | 6.9 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 538 | 62 | 68% | 8.7 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 477 | 63 | 69% | 7.6 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 440 | 55 | 60% | 8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 326 | 51 | 56% | 6.4 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 250 | 41 | 45% | 6 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 173 | 54 | 59% | 3.2 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 139 | 45 | 49% | 3.1 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 1 | 0 | 1 | 112 | 11 | 12% | 10.2 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 86 | 45 | 49% | 1.9 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 26 | 13 | 14% | 2 |
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, and activities.
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
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 (Data as of Jan 2026)
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Last updated: Jan 2026
Historical financial and operational data for Valley View Village based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
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