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Manorcare Health Services
201 West Ridgeway Avenue, Waterloo, IA 50701
3.0
(8 reviews)
"I enjoy the care at ManorCare and it is a pleasure working with staff and therapy. I plan to return after my next surgery. ..."
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Nursing Home Communities in Waterloo, Iowa
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Ravenwood Specialty Care
2651 St. Francis Drake, Waterloo, IA 50702
2.5
(9 reviews)
"I would like to thank the staff for getting a whole lot better when I was there in September 23 to November 3 2016. Thank you all. Joe W Hauskins. ..."
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Northcrest Specialty Care
2001 Heath Street, Waterloo, IA 50703
"NorthCrest Specialty Care, located in Waterloo, IA, is a senior living provider that offers a variety of care types, including Skilled Nursi..."
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Country View
1410 WEST DUNKERTON ROAD, Waterloo, IA 50703
"Pillars of Cedar Valley Senior Care, located in Waterloo, IA, offers a specialized range of care types including hospice care, respite care,..."
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Bartels Lutheran Retirement Community
1922 5th Ave NW, Waverly, IA 50677
4.2
(4 reviews)
"My sister is in Bartels Lutheran Retirement Community. They haven't had COVID. From the help to the residents and everything, I have been very, very pleased so I can give them the very best rating. I find them very professional and very warm. My twin..."
READ MORECedar Falls
7511 University Ave, Cedar Falls, IA 50613
4.0
(2 reviews)
"When my elderly mother could no longer live at home, she became a resident of The Lutheran Home. Diagnosed several years earlier with Alzheimer's disease, she was a wanderer and initially had to be in a special dementia unit of the home. We'd waited ..."
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2305 Crescent Drive, Cedar Falls, IA 50613
3.0
(1 reviews)
"The facility does not appear to be poor, just outdated. There is a small sitting area where patients can have get togethers with their family, but not a particularly large one. The nursing staff seemed fine, and the activities seemed to keep the resi..."
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1223 Prairie View Road, Cedar Falls, IA 50613
3.0
(2 reviews)
"My mom had rehab at the Pinnacle Specialty Care for a couple of months. The aides responded very well and were very speedy for the most part. The nurses were really good, and the rehab was wonderful. The amenities were great. They had a beauty parlor..."
READ MORECedar Falls Health Care Center
1728 W 8th St, Cedar Falls, IA 50613
2.6
(3 reviews)
"Cedar Falls Health Care Center's staff is very caring, and they're taking good care of my father-in-law. The residents play bingo and do exercises by moving their arms. The staff treats the residents well, and they have three meals. The staff is taki..."
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Sunrise Hill Care & Rehab Center
909 6TH STREET, Traer, IA 50675
2.5
(2 reviews)
"My family member was placed @ SHCC, had a lovely private room that was kept clean, meals were very good @ outset but fell below par when change in staff occurred. Meal menus (and guest dining) went downhill fast, to the point visitors were not WELCOM..."
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1009 Third St, Reinbeck, IA 50669
1.0
(1 reviews)
"some staff fail to do their jobs. some staff fail to be nice. ..."
READ MORETripoli Nursing Home
604 THIRD STREET SW, Tripoli, IA 50676
"Tripoli Nursing & Rehab is a senior living provider located in Tripoli, Iowa. It offers a variety of care types, including skilled nursing c..."
READ MOREGrundy Care Center
102 EAST J AVENUE, Grundy Center, IA 50638
"Grundy Care Center, located in Grundy Center, IA, offers a variety of care options including skilled nursing care, short-term rehabilitation..."
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The Cost of Nursing Home Care in Nearby Cities
Nursing homes in Waterloo charge base rates of $6,874 per month. This is in line with Iowa’s norm but competitive compared to the national average of $7,908. While seniors may save hundreds of dollars by opting for care in Davenport, where facilities charge $6,327 for care, but other cities have higher monthly rates. In Iowa City, care costs come in at $7,072, and in Des Moines, seniors pay $7,148. In Dubuque, nursing home rates exceed the average in Waterloo by over $400 per month.
Waterloo
$6,874
Iowa
$6,874
United States
$7,908
Des Moines
$7,148
Iowa City
$7,072
Dubuque
$7,300
Davenport
$6,327
Nursing Home Costs in Waterloo, IA
In Waterloo, nursing homes charge $6,874 per month for semiprivate accommodations, and private rooms are several hundred dollars more at $7,330.
Financial Assistance for Nursing Home Care in Waterloo, 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.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care
Seniors in Waterloo pay $6,874 for shared rooms and $7,330 for private accommodations in nursing homes. This is a couple of thousand dollars more than in-home care and home health care, which average $4,767, as well as assisted living, which typically costs $4,567 per month. Seniors with limited skilled nursing needs who are seeking affordable long-term care may be good candidates for adult day health care, which costs $1,300 per month.
In-Home Care
$4,767
Home Health Care
$4,767
Adult Day Health Care
$1,300
Assisted Living Facility
$4,567
Nursing Home (semiprivate room)
$6,874
Nursing Home (private room)
$7,330
Free & Low-Cost Resources for Seniors in Waterloo, IA
Waterloo has a broad range of resources for older adults seeking long-term care, including an Area Agency on Aging, Operation Threshold and a free legal aid organization. Through these resources, seniors may identify ways to pay for nursing home care or find the services they need to delay or avoid nursing home placement.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Northeast Iowa Area Agency on Aging | (800) 779-8707 | The Area Agency on Aging offers nutrition services, transportation and evidence-based health and wellness programs, helping many older adults access the support they need to remain in their homes. The agency also has benefits advisors who screen individuals for eligibility for public and veterans’ benefits. |
| Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (866) 236-1430 | The long-term care ombudsman helps seniors and families assess long-term care options in Waterloo, as well as ways to pay for services. They can also advocate for seniors in instances regarding substandard care or living conditions and involuntary move-out orders. |
| Veterans Affairs | (319) 291-2512 | The Veterans’ Affairs office assists veterans and their qualified dependents with applying for benefits, such as medical care, TRICARE health insurance and Aid and Attendance. It can also help veterans determine whether they qualify for veterans’ home placement as an alternative to nursing home care. |
| Medicaid | (855) 889-7985 | The state’s Medicaid program pays for nursing home care and can help qualified seniors afford services when Medicare doesn’t provide sufficient coverage. To be eligible for services, applicants typically must meet guidelines related to age, residency, functional abilities and financial resources. Medicaid is an entitlement guaranteed to all who qualify. |
| Iowa Department of Health and Human Services | (800) 972-2017 | Iowa’s Department of Health and Human Services operates assistance programs, including Medicaid, state supplementary assistance and rent reimbursement, which may help older adults afford nursing home care or be able to get the skilled nursing services they need at home. |
| Operation Threshold | (319) 291-2065 | Operation Threshold administers utility assistance programs and a weatherization program in the Waterloo region, which can provide seniors with the financial support they need to remain safely and comfortably in their homes. |
| Iowa Legal Aid | (800) 532-1275 | Iowa Legal Aid is a nonprofit organization that provides free civil legal advice and assistance to Waterloo seniors. It specializes in helping older adults identify and apply for state, federal and veterans’ benefits, and it can help seniors understand nursing home contracts and payment arrangements. |
Reviews of Communities Nearby
Nursing Homes
A Concerned Friend 2
1.0
Review of Ravenwood Specialty Care
I called my friend and I'm not sure if the number was changed so I called the facility. The female that answered the phone simply said "hello" so I want sure if it was Ravenwood. I asked to speak...
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dellee m
1.0
Review of Manorcare Health Services
they wont give me my medical records plus the food is bad gave me wrong medicine
Provider response
Dellee, it sounds like you had a negative experience with us, and want to learn more about your concerns. Please contact our Care Line by calling or emailing.
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kutiepieklimes
2.0
Review of Manorcare Health Services
Morning staff excellent, afternoon and night shift rude, condescending and made me feel like a stupid 3 year old...came in with 2 wounds came out with those same wounds and wounds down both of back...
Provider response
Thank you for your post regarding our morning staff.. Your concerns are important to us and will review them with our team. We have a Care Line that is available to address your concerns if you are...
