Overall, the staff at Garnett Place was friendly. The residents had smiles on their faces and seemed content. The room that we looked at had been recently upgraded. It was newly painted and had a new carpet. I just didn't care for the dining area. It needed some facelift, and when you walked into the main lobby of the facility, there was an odor. It wasn't like urine or anything like that. So, that turned us off, but the lady did a great job. She covered everything so that by the time we finished the tour, we had no questions. She was very, very organized and a good communicator. They had nice outdoor spaces, too.
Garnett Place Retirement Community
Offers Assisted Living, Independent Living, and Memory Care
19 Reviews
Reviews of Garnett Place Retirement Community
Assisted Living Reviews for Garnett Place Retirement Community
December 25, 2021
I visited this facility
July 11, 2021
I visited this facility
We saw Garnett Place Retirement Community. We got to see a room. It was a nice size. My mother liked it. We visited the cafeteria, the rec room, or activities room. We thought the people there were incredibly friendly. It just looked like everything ran very well. The person who greeted us was very kind and friendly, as well as the person who showed us around. I think she was the marketing director, we really liked her a lot. The facility was beautiful. It was well kept. It was really close to where my mom lives, so it was a nice location. We didn't have any complaints about it at all, except how we were gonna pay for it.
Provider Response
Hello Nancy- Thank you for the very kind feedback from your tour! It is wonderful to hear that you had such a positive experience. Our team works very hard every day to help our residents live their best lives, and nothing makes us happier than knowing that others can see those efforts. If you are still concerned about the long-term financing of your mother's future home, we would love to walk through an income and expense workbook with you to find the right fit at Garnett Place. Please contact us with any questions, and thank you again for your consideration of our community!
June 23, 2021
I visited this facility
I didn't realize Garnett Place was as big as it was. It had a small-town feel to it, even though it was a larger facility. It's going through some maintenance right now. The lobby has been redone, and they're working through the rest of the area.
The staff did an excellent job. In some other places though, some of the staff would come up and just kind of chat with me. Garnett was one place where I didn't see a lot of staff, and no one else really came up and chatted with me at all.
The facility is a little bit hard to rate because they are going through that maintenance. If they do the same thing that they're doing in the lobby area, I think it's going to be very, very nice.
Provider Response
Hi Melanie- Thank you so much for touring Garnett Place and for providing your feedback. We are so happy to hear that you like the renovations and updates that we have taking place. Just like you, we cannot wait to see the final results and share them with our friends and family! Our team is always looking for ways to improve, and your comments are vital to our continued growth. We would love to speak with you further about your experience. Please reach out to us to share more about your interactions with our staff and residents. Again, thank you for considering Garnett Place for you or your loved one's senior living needs!
April 10, 2020
I visited this facility
We went to Garnett Place Retirement Community and we liked it. It was very homey. They already had jigsaw puzzles out. The areas we saw were a little older, but it was still inviting. The people were so nice, but we didn't really see a whole lot of residents. It had very small dining rooms with many different dining rooms spread out, and you go to the dining room that your room is closest to. The food smelled delicious. The guy in charge of maintenance showed us around, but he knew everything. He never said, "I have to look into that". He had been there three or four years, and it was impressive. They had a library, a greeting card area with a whole bunch of greeting cards, birthday cards, sympathy cards, Easter cards, you name it. If there's a card made for it, they were all there on display. Any resident can have any one of those cards free of charge if they want to send it to someone.
January 21, 2019
I visited this facility
The people at Garnett Place Retirement Community were really nice. The lady that gave us the tour was super friendly and she had us sit down and eat a Thanksgiving meal with them. It was delicious. She was really knowledgeable and very nice. The room was a little old and a little outdated, but it was spacious, nice, felt warm, cozy, and homey.
Provider Response
Thank you for recognizing Garnett Place as a friendly, warm community. We're so pleased to hear you enjoyed your tour and our team members. Please feel free to reach out to us with any current or future needs. We are here to help as a trusted, established community.
April 17, 2018
I visited this facility
I toured Garnett Place Retirement Community, and it was very welcoming, clean, and very friendly. It was a bit more difficult to get around since it has multiple floors, and you would need to take the elevator. The staff member was helpful, showed me the rooms, it was a very nice place, and that would have been my top choice. The menu looked good, and there were choices, however, it was a bit more expensive than other places.
Provider Response
Carol, Thank you so much for sharing your experience at Garnett Place. We're so happy to hear that you found our community to be clean and welcoming, as well as our staff to be friendly. We'd love to host you again for a meal or activity if you're interested! Please let us know if there is anything else we can do for your family!
February 26, 2017
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Garnett Place was awesome and very clean. It has independent, assisted and memory care. They cook good meals, they have tons of activities in house, and they’ve got an awesome guy that drives a van and takes them places. They’re pretty comprehensive. The staff was wonderful and very helpful. She has good days and bad days. The price is very reasonable.
Provider Response
Thank you so much for taking time out of your day to share your experience at Garnett Place. We are pleased to hear that you are happy with the staff members, amenities and services. We will be sure to share your feedback with Steve, our Transportation Coordinator. Thank you and please let us know if we can accommodate your family in any other way!
June 28, 2016
I visited this facility
The people at Garnett Place were wonderful. What they offered to let me do was, at no cost, stay with my mom up to three or four months and eat their food until she got used to it. I thought that was wonderful. The food was great. The people were outstanding. The lady there was so nice. The room was too big in my opinion, and it had a stove, which I wasn't sure I wanted that in the room because of her memory issues. The room was beautiful and had bedroom, a living area, and a patio. They had basically the same activities as other places, like a garden and trivia and "fill in the blanks" games.
Provider Response
Thank you for reaching out to review your experience with Garnett Place. We appreciate your recognition of our team who always strives to provide the very best for our residents and their family members. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to improve.
June 10, 2016
I visited this facility
I visited the Garnett Place. The rooms were very nice. We saw the independent and the assisted living sections and had a good lunch with them and met the chef. The person who is in charge of the marketing was very nice. The staff was very helpful. We like the place a lot, but they don’t have an actual nursing home facility connected to the place.
May 10, 2016
I visited this facility
Garnett Place was OK. It was an older building, but other than that, it was more than sufficient. There was an activity room for doing puzzles or watching TV. The dining area was fine.
Provider Response
Thank you very much for taking the time to provide Garnett Place with valuable feedback. We appreciate your opinion and are always looking to improve the lives of the seniors we serve. If there is anything we can do to better the next experience, please let us know. Again, thank you for your feedback!
March 26, 2016
I am a friend or relative of a resident
Garnett Place is very good. The staff is nice and very informative. They took us all over and showed us everything. We haven't had any complaints since my mother moved in there. We like the rooms. We had to put her in the memory wing, which was the only place we found that was similar to her apartment before. I have eaten there and don't have any complaints about the food. They have lots of activities, but my mother’s memory is bad. If she participates, she does not remember. They have bingo and all kinds of activities for the patients.
Provider Response
Thank you so much for taking the time to review Garnett Place Retirement Community. Your kind words are so appreciated and we will be sure to share with our staff. Also, we would love the opportunity to talk to you more about our Smile Program that allows family members to see what their loved ones are up to on a daily basis. From activities and events to outings and parties, you would be able to see photos, share messages and view activity participation charts for your loved one. This is a great way we help "fill the gaps" in our residents' memories. Again, thank you and we feel very privileged to care for your mother at Garnett Place.
December 16, 2015
I visited this facility
The staff at Garnett Place Retirement were wonderful and very informative, very patient. One of the things that impressed us was how residents are just walking around, and everybody seemed to know their names and interacted with them. It was a very nice place. The rooms were okay. The price was competitive with the other facilities. They have activities both in and out of the facility. Outside, there was a garden where the residents could plant vegetables and flowers. They have the usual crafts and things. The dining area was a very nice facility. We were impressed with the menu they offer for the residents.
Provider Response
Cynthia, Thank you so much for taking the time to give us feedback regarding your recent tour of Garnett Place. It was great to read that you found our staff and residents to be friendly and pleasant, as we pride ourselves in being just like family. When you are free, we would love for you to join us again for a meal or activity. Please let us know if there is anything else we can do or any questions we can answer!
November 03, 2014
I visited this facility
The only reason I decided not in Garnett Place was because it is different levels. There’s an elevator, but there are a lot of steps also and I just thought it was confusing to me and to my husband. I thought it would be hard for my husband to get around and to keep track of where he was. The rooms were nice. The ones we looked at were either 1- or 2-bedroom. You had your living room area and a kitchenette that didn’t have a stove but they had a microwave, a refrigerator, a sink, and a full bath.
Independent Living Reviews for Garnett Place Retirement Community
January 03, 2023
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
My aunt moved to Garnett Place Retirement Community and it is a wonderful place. It was completely redone and it is well staffed. They are very caring and well qualified. The residents are very happy, too, and well taken care of. The amenities are wonderful. I can't say enough good things about it, and it is very competitively priced.
Their policy is that they ask that the residents to pay the first two years of being there, and if they should run out of funds after the first two years, then they can go on Title 19. In other words, they won't throw them out if they have to go on Title 19. So, they provide excellent care. They also have an exercise room, several really nice activities rooms, and a beautiful dining room. I think it's just great. My aunt's apartment has a washer-dryer hooked up as well.
August 30, 2021
I visited this facility
We went to Garnett Place Retirement Community and toured it. I liked what they had to offer for independent living. My mom could have been in something that was like a townhouse, which was really nice. I like the idea that she'd have more of a home than an apartment. It didn't offer everything all the way through skilled nursing. We didn't want to have to keep moving her. In terms of activities, it seemed like they had some nice stuff. She'll have her own laundry and her own garage. Her going from her big old house into a townhouse was what was most appealing to me in going into that place. We only met with one person, and she was fine and very thorough.
Provider Response
Thank you for touring with us, Tammy! We are always happy to hear that you had a great experience, even if you did not choose Garnett Place for your mom's new residence. If we can ever be of assistance in the future, please do not hesitate to reach out!
July 17, 2017
I visited this facility
I really liked Garnett Place Retirement Community. It had ramps and was convenient for wheelchairs. The place was nice and luxurious. The rooms were big enough with full-sized beds. The staff was excellent. The location was close to everything and they had a bus to take residents to doctors' appointments.
Provider Response
Eric, we appreciate all of the great things you have to say about Garnett Place! It's our pleasure to 'roll out the red carpet' everyday and we're happy to have done so for you as well. We'll be sure to share your feedback with our staff as well! Thank you very much!
March 05, 2017
I visited this facility
Kaelee F. spent time with us and was WONDERFUL. We will keep this facility on our radar :) We have ask her to keep in touch with us also.
Thanks Kaelee.
Bob and Shirley P.
Provider Response
Bob & Shirley, Thank you so much taking the time to give feedback about your recent experience at Garnett Place. We are so happy to hear that Kaelee and the Garnett Place team provided you with notable hospitality. Please let us know if we can do anything going forward. We appreciate it.
January 24, 2015
I visited this facility
We got a reservation to put my mom in Garnett Place. We like the overall set-up of it. The apartments are nice size. Where her apartment will be is close to the lunch room, and there is a nice little sitting area outside. The staff is very friendly. The girl that we met with a couple of times was always very receptive and very cooperative in answering any questions. The only drawback to me was where it is located. It was a little dark, but other than that, it was very nice.
Memory Care Reviews for Garnett Place Retirement Community
March 07, 2020
I visited this facility
Garnett Place was back in a little wooded area, and they had an enclosed courtyard that's fenced in. There's a memory center on the lower level, so they had a safe place for them to be outside. It's surrounded by a neighborhood. It's got businesses on one side, and then there were trees in between, and the rest of the sides were homes, which was very nice. We really liked it. The staff who showed us around was very efficient and very nice. The ladies get their nails painted, and they had a card club. The people were enjoying their meals in the dining area. Everything looked fine. The rooms were varied. The studio had a bedroom and a bathroom just off from the living room, and it was good sized. They weren't just tiny little cramped areas. It's some place I wouldn't worry about having my loved ones stay in. It's decorated with color inside, not just blank white.
Provider Response
Thank you for your review of Garnett Place. We are so glad you enjoyed your visit!
Questions about Garnett Place Retirement Community
What ongoing training does the staff receive in dementia care?
All Garnett Place employees receive Relias training upon hire, as well as biweekly in-service training, including coordinators, health aids, housekeeping and culinary.
Describe the overall population of assisted living residents at Garnett Place Retirement Community. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?
Our residents range in age from 60-101, however, the average age is 84. At Garnett Place you choose how you want to spend your day. If you want to be active and social, we offers a wide variety of daily activities to choose from. Many of our residents like to host smaller group activities on their own time like pickup card games and puzzling.
What programs or activities does Garnett Place Retirement Community offer to enrich residents' well-being?
Garnett Place offers 6+ daily socials and recreational activities. Some of the most popular activities are our Live 2B Healthy Senior Wellness classes and Music Speaks Music Therapy. In addition to our daily activity schedule, we offer Dare to Dream, a signature program that makes the dreams of our residents come true on a monthly basis.
What places are near Garnett Place Retirement Community or within walking distance for assisted living residents to enjoy?
Garnett Place is located off of 1st Ave in Cedar Rapids, just behind the Town and Country Center. We are within walking distance to Fareway Grocery Store, Casey's General Store, and several clothing stores and restaurants. Garnett Place is also only 1 mile from Lindale Mall.
What transportation services does Garnett Place Retirement Community offer to assisted living residents?
Garnett Place offers free Cedar Rapids area scheduled transportation Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
What makes the chef or dining program at Garnett Place Retirement Community exceptional? What kind of menu can assisted living residents expect?
Garnett Place offers three home-cooked meals, served restaurant-style with an Always-Available Menu and daily specials. There are three dining rooms to choose from and each meal has a two-hour dining time. Residents are able to choose when they would like to dine and what they would like to order, no pre-ordering or scheduling is necessary. Residents are welcome to have guests at meals, which cost $5 per guest.
What safety features or security measures does Garnett Place Retirement Community offer to assisted living residents?
Garnett Place has the Stanley Security System with a secured community in place. The community's front doors are locked after 5:00 p.m. and reopened at 8:00 a.m. for security purposes. Residents are welcome to have visitors anytime, but visitors must ring the doorbell to let inside after hours. We also have Wander Guards in place for residents who may be at risk of wandering.
How does Garnett Place Retirement Community keep residents' families informed about their loved ones?
Garnett Place utilizes an online-based program called LifeShare to keep families connected with the community's updates and activities. Garnett Place also has an active social media presence on Facebook.
If Garnett Place Retirement Community accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
Garnett Place is pet-friendly, and we love our fur family! We have residents with cats, dogs, birds, fish and even butterflies. Pets are welcome in the community space on a leash. We have a walking trail and courtyards that our pet owners can enjoy, as well as dog waste stations.
What ongoing senior care training does the staff receive?
All Garnett Place employees receive Relias training upon hire, as well as biweekly in-service training. This includes all leadership, health aids, housekeeping and culinary.
Describe the overall population of independent living residents at Garnett Place Retirement Community. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?
Our residents range in age from 60-101, however, the average age is 84. At Garnett Place you choose how you want to spend your day. If you want to be active and social, we offers a wide variety of daily activities to choose from. Many of our residents like to host smaller group activities on their own time like pickup card games and puzzling.
What places are nearby for independent living residents to enjoy?
Garnett Place is located off of 1st Ave in Cedar Rapids, just behind the Town and Country Center. We are within walking distance to Fareway Grocery Store, Casey's General Store, and several clothing stores and restaurants. Garnett Place is also only 1 mile from Lindale Mall.
What transportation services does Garnett Place Retirement Community offer to independent living residents?
Garnett Place offers free Cedar Rapids area scheduled transportation Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
What makes the chef or dining program at Garnett Place Retirement Community exceptional? What kind of menu can independent living residents expect?
Garnett Place offers three home-cooked meals, served restaurant style with an Always-Available Menu and daily specials. There are three dining rooms to choose from and each meal has a two hour dining time. Residents are able to choose when they would like to dine and what they would like to order, no pre-ordering or scheduling is necessary. Residents are welcome to have guest at meals, which cost $5 per guest.
What common areas are available for independent living residents?
Garnett Place offers many community areas such as the Front Lobby with fish tank, Library Nook, Workout Room, TV Lounge, multiple Activity Rooms, an on-site Beauty and Barber Salon, a beautifully landscaped Courtyard, Patio, and Walking Trails.
What safety features or security measures does Garnett Place Retirement Community offer to independent living residents?
Garnett Place has the Stanley Security System with secured community in place. The community's front doors are locked after 5:00 p.m. and reopened at 8:00 a.m. for security purposes. Residents are welcome to have visitors anytime, but visitors must ring doorbell to let inside afterhours.
If Garnett Place Retirement Community accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
Yes, Garnett Place is pet friendly. We have residents with cats, dogs, birds, fish and even butterflies. Pets are welcome in community space on a leash. We have a walking trail and court yards our pet owners enjoy, as well as dog waste stations.
Does Garnett Place Retirement Community work with an agency or registry to provide nursing and medical assistance as needed?
Garnett Place offers 24-Hour Home Health Services in your apartment. If you would prefer to use an outside agency, you are welcome to use the place of your choice. We can also recommend agencies as you see fit.
How many staffers are on duty in the daytime and overnight?
Garnett Place Memory Care has 8 apartments and it staffed 24 hour per day.
What safety features or security measures does Garnett Place Retirement Community provide to protect residents who wander?
Garnett Place has Wander Guards in place for Assisted Living at all exit doors. When the resident gets near an exit door, an alert goes off for staff. Garnett Place also offers Memory Care, which is a secure floor with 8 apartments and one Health Aid at all time.
What programs or activities does Garnett Place Retirement Community offer to keep residents engaged? How does the staff engage residents' long-term memories?
Garnett Place offers 6+ daily socials and recreational activities. In addition to our activity programs we offer the Smile Program to keep family members up-to-date with their loved one, the Friend For Life Program which matches our residents with a friend in the community, and the Dare to Dream Program which makes residents' dreams come true month. Some of the most popular activates in our Memory Care is Music Speaks Music Therapy, Scenic Drives and weekly live music.
Who assesses residents' health and cognitive functioning? How often is that assessment repeated?
Garnett Place Health Care Coordinator, Lee Thoma will do a complete Cognitive and Functional Assessment to determine the exact care needs of a resident prior to move-in. During the assessment we record baseline vitals and use for our PointClickCare system that HealthAids have access to at their fingertips. Our Health Care Coordinator, Lee Thoma does an assessment every 30 days or anytime there is a change of condition such as a hospital stay.
What techniques does Garnett Place Retirement Community use to support memory care residents during mealtimes?
Garnett Place has a very personalized dining experience. Since there are only 8 apartments in memory care, the meal setting is similar to family style. We use picture menus and have an observation plate with the meal on it, in addition to colored plates for stimulation.
How does Garnett Place Retirement Community keep residents' families informed about their loved ones' health?
Garnett Place keeps families informed about their loved ones' health by contacting the family via phone if there is any change of condition. We also use the Smile Program to keep family members up-to-date with their loved one's social life.
Describe the neighborhood around Garnett Place Retirement Community. Is it located in a residential neighborhood, a business district, a rural setting, or other type of locale?
Garnett Place is in a wooded, residential area, while still being within walking distance of several businesses and shops.
Is Garnett Place Retirement Community affiliated with a hospital if more care is needed?
Garnett Place is not affiliated with a hospital, but we have a close working relationship with local hospitals and doctors if additional care is needed.
Costs for Garnett Place Retirement Community in Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Services and Amenities of Garnett Place Retirement Community in Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Costs
- Rent Plus Care Fees
- Fee Structure Extra: We Offer A Month To Month Rental
- Assisted Living Starting At: $4480/month
- Independent Living Starting At: $3550/month
- Memory Care Starting At: $5680/month
Room and housing options
- 1-bedroom apartments
- 2-bedroom apartments
- Companion Suites: We Offer Companion Suites
- Studio Apartments
- Condos Townhomes
- Housing Extra: Guest Room
Dining options
- In Room Kitchenette
- In Room Kitchens
- Dining Room Shared Meals
- Room Service For Meals
Features
- Beauty Barber Shop
- Resident Transportation
- Coffee Shop
- Party Space
- Hiking Trails
- Tv Room
- Garden And Patio
- Resident Parking
- Features Extra: Library, Fitness Room/Gym, W/D In Unit
Cleaning services
- Laundry For Linens
- Private Cleaning Services
- Housekeeping
- Laundry For Clothing
Technology and entertainment
- Cable In Rooms
- Internet Enabled Rooms
- Wifi
- Technology Extra: Emergency Call System
Health services
- Skilled Nursing
- Medication Management
- Physical Therapy
- Nurse On Staff: Yes
- Pharma
Activities
- Offsite Activities
- Music
- Games
- Stories
- Religious Services
- Lectures Discussions
- Book Clubs
- Wii Sports
- Fitness Room
- Yoga
- Gardening
- Cooking
- Arts And Crafts
- Activities Extra: Support Group, Massages, Manicures, Campfires, Etc.
Financial guidance
- Home Sale Assistance
- Va Benefits Consultation
- Financing Advice
Guest services
- Guest Parking
- Guests At Mealtime
- Overnight Guests
Languages
- English
General
- Respite Care
- Minimum Age: 55
- Pets: Yes
Range of services
- Physical Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
Types of care
- Walking Wheelchair Assistance
Licenses
- Licenses: Iowa State Certified Assisted Living
About Garnett Place Retirement Community in Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Garnett Place is an established community since 1985 with a country feel, nestled in a quiet wooded area yet only a couple blocks from bus routes, shopping, and dining. Our friendly, compassionate, and dedicated staff makes Garnett Place easy to call home by finding the uniqueness of each resident and treating everyone who enters like family. Garnett Place offers a choice of spacious Enriched Independent apartments and townhomes as well as Assisted Living apartments with several floor plans which all include kitchens/kitchenettes.
Both Enriched Independent and Assisted Living provide 3 restaurant style meals, housekeeping/laundry, wireless emergency response system, 24/7 staffing, full and part time nurse on call 24/7, personalized assistance with all activities of daily living, weekly vital sign clinics, scheduled transportation, and other great amenities. We are a resident centered community where residents choose how they prefer their care, services, and environment. Friendships and a sense of community are naturally fostered at Garnett Place through the Life Enrichment program which provides wellness, social, spiritual, and educational opportunities daily. We look forward to you joining our family.
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