The 10 Best Nursing Homes in Des Moines, IA for 2023
A growing community of older adults live in Iowa’s state capital of Des Moines. Over 12% of the city’s estimated 215,000 residents are seniors aged 65 and over. Des Moines is home to many medical facilities that may benefit its older population, including the UnityPoint Health and Mercy One hospitals. According to data from Genworth’s 2020 Cost of Care Survey, the average monthly price for a semiprivate nursing home room in Des Moines is $7,148, which is $608 per month lower than the U.S. average.
Skilled nursing facilities provide both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care for seniors who need 24/7 supervision, medical services and help with daily living tasks. Because of the around-the-clock medical care provided, nursing homes cost a lot more than other types of senior care. Depending on circumstances and specific needs, older adults may delay transitioning to a nursing home by first looking at more affordable options, such as home care services and assisted living communities.
In this guide, we discuss the cost of nursing home care in Des Moines and compare it with prices in nearby cities and other types of care. We’ve also included a list of helpful programs available to seniors in the city.
Directory of Nursing Homes in Des Moines, IA
Ramsey Village
Ramsey Village is an assisted living facility based in Des Moines, Iowa just moments away from Buel Field, Cowles Library and the bustling downtown area. The facility earns praise for being well-kept
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Ramsey Village is an assisted living facility based in Des Moines, Iowa just moments away from Buel Field, Cowles Library and the bustling downtown area. The facility earns praise for being well-kept and spacious and for offering a wholehearted community to residents. Staff administration skills and levels of care are often spoken of with high regard. Seniors love the fresh meals that offer plenty of variety. Facilities include TV room, garden and patio, spa, barber and beauty salon. Each room has cable and Wi-Fi, and skilled nurses provide medication management, hospice care and physical therapy.
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Ramsey Village is an assisted living facility based in Des Moines, Iowa just moments away from Buel Field, Cowles Library and the bustling downtown area. The facility earns praise for being well-kept
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Ramsey Village is an assisted living facility based in Des Moines, Iowa just moments away from Buel Field, Cowles Library and the bustling downtown area. The facility earns praise for being well-kept and spacious and for offering a wholehearted community to residents. Staff administration skills and levels of care are often spoken of with high regard. Seniors love the fresh meals that offer plenty of variety. Facilities include TV room, garden and patio, spa, barber and beauty salon. Each room has cable and Wi-Fi, and skilled nurses provide medication management, hospice care and physical therapy.
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Valley View Village
My mother stayed at this facility from April 1 to June 3rd 2021 for physical rehab for 2 broken wrists. So my experience has nothing to do with there long term care.
The facility is clean and well m
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My mother stayed at this facility from April 1 to June 3rd 2021 for physical rehab for 2 broken wrists. So my experience has nothing to do with there long term care.
The facility is clean and well maintained, and the desk staff and nurse are all very nice. But the Admin staff is a nightmare regarding communications or just to try and speak to someone to ask questions about why our mother wasn’t receiving adequate care. Days would pass before we would even receive a response and this occurred every time.
Night staff is cut to a minimum for maximize profit, your loved ones will wait 15-20 min. after the call bell is pushed. I stayed several overnights and it was just due to low staffing for to many residents.
This was not a good experience and it did not end well. I cannot recommend this place for any type of rehab.
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My mother stayed at this facility from April 1 to June 3rd 2021 for physical rehab for 2 broken wrists. So my experience has nothing to do with there long term care.
The facility is clean and well m
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My mother stayed at this facility from April 1 to June 3rd 2021 for physical rehab for 2 broken wrists. So my experience has nothing to do with there long term care.
The facility is clean and well maintained, and the desk staff and nurse are all very nice. But the Admin staff is a nightmare regarding communications or just to try and speak to someone to ask questions about why our mother wasn’t receiving adequate care. Days would pass before we would even receive a response and this occurred every time.
Night staff is cut to a minimum for maximize profit, your loved ones will wait 15-20 min. after the call bell is pushed. I stayed several overnights and it was just due to low staffing for to many residents.
This was not a good experience and it did not end well. I cannot recommend this place for any type of rehab.
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Wesley Acres
Wesley Acres is a retirement community in the Greenwood neighborhood, just moments away from downtown Des Moines. Visitors are impressed by the clean, organized amenities, welcoming atmosphere, helpfu
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Wesley Acres is a retirement community in the Greenwood neighborhood, just moments away from downtown Des Moines. Visitors are impressed by the clean, organized amenities, welcoming atmosphere, helpful staff and residents who feel at home. Residents’ loved ones commend the genuinely compassionate people and great food, especially the fresh salads. They also appreciate the flexibility in the level of care and assistance offered and the fact that residents can enjoy meals in the dining areas or in their private rooms. Special mention is given to interesting on-site activities and to exciting outings including musical nights out and week-long European trips.
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Wesley Acres is a retirement community in the Greenwood neighborhood, just moments away from downtown Des Moines. Visitors are impressed by the clean, organized amenities, welcoming atmosphere, helpfu
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Wesley Acres is a retirement community in the Greenwood neighborhood, just moments away from downtown Des Moines. Visitors are impressed by the clean, organized amenities, welcoming atmosphere, helpful staff and residents who feel at home. Residents’ loved ones commend the genuinely compassionate people and great food, especially the fresh salads. They also appreciate the flexibility in the level of care and assistance offered and the fact that residents can enjoy meals in the dining areas or in their private rooms. Special mention is given to interesting on-site activities and to exciting outings including musical nights out and week-long European trips.
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Azria Health Park Place
My mom has moved into Azria Health Park Place. The one thing I like about them is I loved how quickly they acted on getting admitted. They worked hard and diligently into keeping in contact with mysel
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My mom has moved into Azria Health Park Place. The one thing I like about them is I loved how quickly they acted on getting admitted. They worked hard and diligently into keeping in contact with myself, my brother, and the hospital because she was coming from the hospital. I enjoyed the conversations with the people there because you feel like they are not just health care professionals, but it felt like they cared like a family member. They truly hit home with the concerns that I had for my mom. That’s what I liked about them. There’s nothing that I hate about them, yet, at all. They have just been great.
It’s really cute. It’s an older place, but they modernized it. They make sure it’s up to date, and they have state of the art equipment there. One things that my mother loves about them is their beds. I laid down on it, and I said, "Oh, my goodness." They care so much about the people. Even the bed and the mattresses that they have for these people are top of the line. My mom was in a skilled nursing center after surgery back in January and February, and the beds were horrible because you could tell she was crying. But this nursing home, wow, their beds are wonderful. All modern, and I love it.
They have a salon for their folks. They have lots of activities there. Their calendar is full. I looked at their activity calendar. These people don’t play around. There’s something going on for their folks each and every day. They’re interacting with their people. You never look at the nurses and say, "Oh, I don’t want to bother them because they’re so busy." They completely smile at you and take the time. I don’t believe it’s a front; I believe these people are genuine. I just love them. They keep their people busy.
I have seen them with the carts. I know their kitchen is in the basement, so I see the food people going in and out. They have a huge eating area for these people, and I’ve seen them taking the food in there. I was going out the door. As far as I know, it’s pretty good. They give them a lot of different options. So, if something’s not to their liking on the menu, they always have another choice. It’s so nice. I like that they do that for the people there. They don’t just throw that in and say, this is what it is, so here you go.
These places that I toured gave me a lot of hope for my mom. What I’m trying to convey to other people is, no one’s saying you’re a bad person because you’re doing this. There are people out there that really do care and really do help. I just want people to be able to go talk to these places if they need help because they’ll help them.
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My mom has moved into Azria Health Park Place. The one thing I like about them is I loved how quickly they acted on getting admitted. They worked hard and diligently into keeping in contact with mysel
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My mom has moved into Azria Health Park Place. The one thing I like about them is I loved how quickly they acted on getting admitted. They worked hard and diligently into keeping in contact with myself, my brother, and the hospital because she was coming from the hospital. I enjoyed the conversations with the people there because you feel like they are not just health care professionals, but it felt like they cared like a family member. They truly hit home with the concerns that I had for my mom. That’s what I liked about them. There’s nothing that I hate about them, yet, at all. They have just been great.
It’s really cute. It’s an older place, but they modernized it. They make sure it’s up to date, and they have state of the art equipment there. One things that my mother loves about them is their beds. I laid down on it, and I said, "Oh, my goodness." They care so much about the people. Even the bed and the mattresses that they have for these people are top of the line. My mom was in a skilled nursing center after surgery back in January and February, and the beds were horrible because you could tell she was crying. But this nursing home, wow, their beds are wonderful. All modern, and I love it.
They have a salon for their folks. They have lots of activities there. Their calendar is full. I looked at their activity calendar. These people don’t play around. There’s something going on for their folks each and every day. They’re interacting with their people. You never look at the nurses and say, "Oh, I don’t want to bother them because they’re so busy." They completely smile at you and take the time. I don’t believe it’s a front; I believe these people are genuine. I just love them. They keep their people busy.
I have seen them with the carts. I know their kitchen is in the basement, so I see the food people going in and out. They have a huge eating area for these people, and I’ve seen them taking the food in there. I was going out the door. As far as I know, it’s pretty good. They give them a lot of different options. So, if something’s not to their liking on the menu, they always have another choice. It’s so nice. I like that they do that for the people there. They don’t just throw that in and say, this is what it is, so here you go.
These places that I toured gave me a lot of hope for my mom. What I’m trying to convey to other people is, no one’s saying you’re a bad person because you’re doing this. There are people out there that really do care and really do help. I just want people to be able to go talk to these places if they need help because they’ll help them.
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Luther Park Community
My sister-in-law moved into Trinity Center ay Luther Park. It was just right down the road from where we live, so it was just really handy. And we knew some people that had some family members there,
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My sister-in-law moved into Trinity Center ay Luther Park. It was just right down the road from where we live, so it was just really handy. And we knew some people that had some family members there, and they were all really happy with it. So that was kind of why we went that way.
I think she is getting really good care, and they are in contact with us constantly about things. She quit eating and everything, so they contacted us, and we just put her on hospice this morning. I really can’t say anything bad except for COVID. They can’t go back to their rooms because of COVID, but that’s not their fault. We haven’t run into anybody that we haven’t liked.
Anytime I’m there, the food smells wonderful. From what she has eaten, which is not much, she said it was good. The facility was clean and homey. It doesn’t look like a nursing home. It was pretty presentable. I’m happy with it. The staff members that I’ve met were all very nice and very accommodating.
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My sister-in-law moved into Trinity Center ay Luther Park. It was just right down the road from where we live, so it was just really handy. And we knew some people that had some family members there,
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My sister-in-law moved into Trinity Center ay Luther Park. It was just right down the road from where we live, so it was just really handy. And we knew some people that had some family members there, and they were all really happy with it. So that was kind of why we went that way.
I think she is getting really good care, and they are in contact with us constantly about things. She quit eating and everything, so they contacted us, and we just put her on hospice this morning. I really can’t say anything bad except for COVID. They can’t go back to their rooms because of COVID, but that’s not their fault. We haven’t run into anybody that we haven’t liked.
Anytime I’m there, the food smells wonderful. From what she has eaten, which is not much, she said it was good. The facility was clean and homey. It doesn’t look like a nursing home. It was pretty presentable. I’m happy with it. The staff members that I’ve met were all very nice and very accommodating.
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Calvin Community
Calvin Community, a faith-based, not-for-profit retirement complex, lies in the Beaverdale neighborhood of Des Moines. Family members praise the highly knowledgeable and dedicated long-term caregivers
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Calvin Community, a faith-based, not-for-profit retirement complex, lies in the Beaverdale neighborhood of Des Moines. Family members praise the highly knowledgeable and dedicated long-term caregivers. Special mention is given to the multipurpose dining area that also functions as an entertainment venue, the garden’s walkway and the exercise room with training stairs for rehabilitation therapy. Visitors commend the facility’s hotel-like yet homey feel, security system, various room options and garage for residents’ vehicles. They love the neat and tidy halls and common areas, kind staff and the residents’ freedom to choose the activities and events they like.
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Calvin Community, a faith-based, not-for-profit retirement complex, lies in the Beaverdale neighborhood of Des Moines. Family members praise the highly knowledgeable and dedicated long-term caregivers
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Calvin Community, a faith-based, not-for-profit retirement complex, lies in the Beaverdale neighborhood of Des Moines. Family members praise the highly knowledgeable and dedicated long-term caregivers. Special mention is given to the multipurpose dining area that also functions as an entertainment venue, the garden’s walkway and the exercise room with training stairs for rehabilitation therapy. Visitors commend the facility’s hotel-like yet homey feel, security system, various room options and garage for residents’ vehicles. They love the neat and tidy halls and common areas, kind staff and the residents’ freedom to choose the activities and events they like.
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University Park Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Food is not good not well prepared and if any dietary restrictions…. cant handle that
Food is not good not well prepared and if any dietary restrictions…. cant handle that
Genesis Senior Living Center
your family or loved one is our family !!! it takes a team to run a village and ours is awesome!!!
your family or loved one is our family !!! it takes a team to run a village and ours is awesome!!!
Fleur Heights Center For Wellness and Rehab
The tour I had at Fleur Heights Center For Wellness and Rehab was very sad and definitely eye-opening. It is not someplace that I would willingly send anyone that I care for. It was not clean. It had
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The tour I had at Fleur Heights Center For Wellness and Rehab was very sad and definitely eye-opening. It is not someplace that I would willingly send anyone that I care for. It was not clean. It had an odor of pee everywhere. There were elderly people on wheelchairs in the hallways, just kind of staring at walls. The rooms were tiny and dark. I noticed lots of things in the rooms that I was taken into that were broken. So, it just didn’t seem to be in good repair.
They have little outdoor areas, but they were very small. It was fenced-in so people couldn’t leave, but it almost made it look like they were caged. As far as other facilities, there was a small area that looked like a break area for the nurses and some residents were there watching TV, but it didn’t seem to me like they had a space for actual recreation or activities. I saw several PT and OT rooms that were being used, so they have those in the house and those seemed well-equipped. The residents were very positive and they seemed happy and well-adjusted as well. So, it seemed like the staff was being attentive. They knew the residents by name, which was good, too.
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The tour I had at Fleur Heights Center For Wellness and Rehab was very sad and definitely eye-opening. It is not someplace that I would willingly send anyone that I care for. It was not clean. It had
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The tour I had at Fleur Heights Center For Wellness and Rehab was very sad and definitely eye-opening. It is not someplace that I would willingly send anyone that I care for. It was not clean. It had an odor of pee everywhere. There were elderly people on wheelchairs in the hallways, just kind of staring at walls. The rooms were tiny and dark. I noticed lots of things in the rooms that I was taken into that were broken. So, it just didn’t seem to be in good repair.
They have little outdoor areas, but they were very small. It was fenced-in so people couldn’t leave, but it almost made it look like they were caged. As far as other facilities, there was a small area that looked like a break area for the nurses and some residents were there watching TV, but it didn’t seem to me like they had a space for actual recreation or activities. I saw several PT and OT rooms that were being used, so they have those in the house and those seemed well-equipped. The residents were very positive and they seemed happy and well-adjusted as well. So, it seemed like the staff was being attentive. They knew the residents by name, which was good, too.
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Karen Acres Healthcare Center
My parents moved into Karen Acres Healthcare Center. The employees seem to be very caring about the residents. I like that my parents are in the same room, and they have a private bath. The rooms are
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My parents moved into Karen Acres Healthcare Center. The employees seem to be very caring about the residents. I like that my parents are in the same room, and they have a private bath. The rooms are fine. The building was probably built in the seventies, and the age shows. That’s not a high priority for the family, so that’s fine. They have a large room. They can put some furniture in it (like two single beds). They have a TV on the wall. My parents seem to be fine with the food. It has a positive atmosphere. I saw the residents watching TV in the early afternoon, and some were out in the dining room. My parents are on private pay. It’s much less costly than other places that we looked at.
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My parents moved into Karen Acres Healthcare Center. The employees seem to be very caring about the residents. I like that my parents are in the same room, and they have a private bath. The rooms are
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My parents moved into Karen Acres Healthcare Center. The employees seem to be very caring about the residents. I like that my parents are in the same room, and they have a private bath. The rooms are fine. The building was probably built in the seventies, and the age shows. That’s not a high priority for the family, so that’s fine. They have a large room. They can put some furniture in it (like two single beds). They have a TV on the wall. My parents seem to be fine with the food. It has a positive atmosphere. I saw the residents watching TV in the early afternoon, and some were out in the dining room. My parents are on private pay. It’s much less costly than other places that we looked at.
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Urbandale Health Care Center
My friend will be moving into Urbandale Health Care Center. It’s got the highest ratings for a care center. They’ve got nice people, it’s clean, and nice, and because she is tight on money, she’s on M
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My friend will be moving into Urbandale Health Care Center. It’s got the highest ratings for a care center. They’ve got nice people, it’s clean, and nice, and because she is tight on money, she’s on Medicaid, and they would take her. I haven’t gotten any specific needs because she hasn’t even moved in yet. She’s moving in today. The staff during the visit was very professional and very helpful. Because of the pandemic we did not get to observe anything. The number one thing we liked about them was they had a space for her, they would take Medicaid, and the rating they had. Also, a very close friend of ours knew numerous people who stayed there, how well they were treated, and how pleased they were. We chose it because the others weren’t available and they were not in her price range. Their rating is higher than most of the ones in the area. The deciding factor was made by the price and availability.
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My friend will be moving into Urbandale Health Care Center. It’s got the highest ratings for a care center. They’ve got nice people, it’s clean, and nice, and because she is tight on money, she’s on M
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My friend will be moving into Urbandale Health Care Center. It’s got the highest ratings for a care center. They’ve got nice people, it’s clean, and nice, and because she is tight on money, she’s on Medicaid, and they would take her. I haven’t gotten any specific needs because she hasn’t even moved in yet. She’s moving in today. The staff during the visit was very professional and very helpful. Because of the pandemic we did not get to observe anything. The number one thing we liked about them was they had a space for her, they would take Medicaid, and the rating they had. Also, a very close friend of ours knew numerous people who stayed there, how well they were treated, and how pleased they were. We chose it because the others weren’t available and they were not in her price range. Their rating is higher than most of the ones in the area. The deciding factor was made by the price and availability.
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Parkridge Nursing & Rehab Cent
My mother had to go to Parkridge Specialty Care. She’s only been there since Friday; so far, so good. The staff and cleanliness are very good.
My mother had to go to Parkridge Specialty Care. She’s only been there since Friday; so far, so good. The staff and cleanliness are very good.
Parkridge Specialty Care
Parkridge Specialty Care is excellent. The staff is wonderful and caring. They have a lot of compassion for the residents. My dad’s room is wonderful. It’s a clean and good-sized room. We were allowed
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Parkridge Specialty Care is excellent. The staff is wonderful and caring. They have a lot of compassion for the residents. My dad’s room is wonderful. It’s a clean and good-sized room. We were allowed to bring stuff from home and decorate it. My dad said the food was very good and warm. It’s affordable. They have church services, bingo, and a beautiful garden where you can go to. It’s wonderful.
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Parkridge Specialty Care is excellent. The staff is wonderful and caring. They have a lot of compassion for the residents. My dad’s room is wonderful. It’s a clean and good-sized room. We were allowed
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Parkridge Specialty Care is excellent. The staff is wonderful and caring. They have a lot of compassion for the residents. My dad’s room is wonderful. It’s a clean and good-sized room. We were allowed to bring stuff from home and decorate it. My dad said the food was very good and warm. It’s affordable. They have church services, bingo, and a beautiful garden where you can go to. It’s wonderful.
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Bishop Drumm Retirement Center
I walked through Bishop Drumm Retirement Center. It looked good. It was pretty clean. There were quite a few people around, and it seemed rather pleasant. The staff that gave the tour was great. He wa
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I walked through Bishop Drumm Retirement Center. It looked good. It was pretty clean. There were quite a few people around, and it seemed rather pleasant. The staff that gave the tour was great. He was really good. The dining area looked really nice. The rooms were basically like hospital rooms with just a curtain between them, so I didn’t care too much for that. They said that in the mornings, they have a coffee break in a particular room. They have music outside when the weather permits, and they have a nice patio area. Inside, they would have different activities and different people would come in. While I was there, no one was there. There were two or three of them sitting visiting.
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I walked through Bishop Drumm Retirement Center. It looked good. It was pretty clean. There were quite a few people around, and it seemed rather pleasant. The staff that gave the tour was great. He wa
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I walked through Bishop Drumm Retirement Center. It looked good. It was pretty clean. There were quite a few people around, and it seemed rather pleasant. The staff that gave the tour was great. He was really good. The dining area looked really nice. The rooms were basically like hospital rooms with just a curtain between them, so I didn’t care too much for that. They said that in the mornings, they have a coffee break in a particular room. They have music outside when the weather permits, and they have a nice patio area. Inside, they would have different activities and different people would come in. While I was there, no one was there. There were two or three of them sitting visiting.
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Nursing Home Costs in Des Moines, IA
A semiprivate room in a Des Moines nursing home costs $7,148, per month, while the equivalent price for a private room is $7,604.
The Cost of Nursing Home Care in Nearby Cities
The monthly price for a semiprivate room in a Des Moines nursing home is $578 more expensive than the state median, but it’s significantly under the U.S. average of $7,756.
Compared to other cities in Iowa, the monthly cost for skilled nursing facilities in Des Moines is on the higher end of the spectrum. The most affordable median prices are in Cedar Rapids and Dubuque, where skilled nursing facilities cost $6,540 and $6,722, respectively. In Iowa City ($6,859) and Ames ($7,080), the average pricing is closer to Des Moines but still less expensive.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care
While the price in Des Moines for a semiprivate room in a nursing home is $456 cheaper than a private room in the same type of facility, there are other less expensive care options for seniors. The most affordable is adult day health care at $1,517 per month. Another option is residential care in an assisted living community, which costs $5,005 on average. Seniors who prefer to remain in their own home may opt for home care or home health care services at the median cost of $5,148 per month.
Financial Assistance for Nursing Home Care in Des Moines, IA
Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.
- Medicare: Medicare will typically cover all skilled nursing costs for the first 20 days of one’s stay in a nursing home and a portion of the costs until day 100. After 100 days in a skilled nursing facility, Medicare will not cover any part of the cost of the stay. While this is adequate when short-term care is needed, those in need of long-term care will need to either pay out-of-pocket or use another source of financial assistance.
- Medicaid: Medicaid covers most of the costs of living in a skilled nursing facility for those who qualify. Care, room, and board are covered with no time limit, but residents may be charged for extras like specially prepared food or cosmetic services. Medicaid eligibility standards are strict and complex, so not all seniors are eligible for Medicaid benefits.
- Veterans Benefits: Veterans receiving a VA pension may also be eligible for the Aid and Attendance benefit administered by the VA. Aid and Attendance is a monthly allowance that beneficiaries may use to pay for their long-term care, including skilled nursing care.
If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.
Free Resources for Seniors in Des Moines, IA
We’ve put together this list of free or low-cost resources available to seniors in De Moines. They may be useful in helping older adults remain in their homes for as long as possible, and provide seniors and their caregivers with a better understanding of the support available when they need to transition into nursing home care.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
| Aging Resources of Central Iowa | (515) 255-1310 | The Aging Resources of Central Iowa acts as the first point of contact for seniors who are trying to navigate the array of aging resources in Des Moines. Services include options counseling, referrals to other agencies and case management with ongoing support. |
| Senior Health Insurance Information Program | (800) 351-4664 | This program can help older adults and their family members understand and make informed decisions about Medicare coverage. SHIIP counselors offer unbiased advice and help seniors compare Original Medicare, Medicare Advantage, Medigap and prescription drug coverage and provide options to help reduce their costs. |
| The Polk County Commodity Supplemental Food Program | (515) 286-3655 | Offered by Polk County and the U.S. Department of Agriculture, this program provides food and nutrition counseling to adults who are at least 60 years old. Homebound seniors may receive regular deliveries of food items such as milk, pasta and canned goods along with dietary advice. |
| The Medicaid Home- and Community-Based Services Elderly Waiver | (515) 256-4606 | This program helps Medicaid-eligible seniors who want to delay moving into a nursing facility receive the care they need at home. The waiver provides financial aid to cover the cost of homemaker, skilled nursing, respite and a number of other services. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (515) 725-3308 | The Long-Term Care Ombudsman is an independent state-funded agency that makes sure facilities such as nursing homes comply with care quality standards. Ombudsmen also investigate complaints filed by seniors and their loved ones and act as advocates on their behalf to get the issues resolved. |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Des Moines a safe place to live?
The crime rate, which is used as an indicator of how safe a particular area is, in Des Moines is 328, which is above the national average of 323.
What is the traffic like in Des Moines?
There is low traffic congestion with a below average crash rate of 7.
How much is housing in Des Moines?
At $993, the average cost of housing in Des Moines is below the nationwide average of $1,442
Does Des Moines have a good job market?
Des Moines offers a poor job market for older adults. There are typically less than 1 job available per worker and the rate of income inequality in the area is 0.44.
Is Des Moines an accessible place to live without a vehicle?
In Des Moines, 58.1% of public transportation stations and vehicles are ADA-accessible. Which is below the national average of 78.28%. On average, there are 7 local transit vehicles per hour. This is less than the national average of 8.
Does Des Moines have good health care options?
Patient satisfaction, which is a key indicator of the quality of health care in an area, averages 75% in Des Moines – this is higher the national average patient satisfaction. Additionally, there are 97 primary care physicians for every 100,000 people, which is more the national average of 82.
Is Des Moines a good place to retire?
According to Caring.com’s 2022 Senior Living Report which graded 300 cities using 46 metrics across 5 categories, Des Moines ranked in the top of the pack. It’s overall rank was 27th, and it scored the best in Affordability, while it’s lowest score was for Transportation.
Does Des Moines have fun activities for retirees?
In Des Moines, the number of parks is less than the national average. Additionally, the number of cultural, arts, and entertainment options is below the average.