Best Assisted Living in Ottumwa, Iowa
6 communities found
MyLivingChoice lists 6 assisted living communities in Ottumwa. Families rate them 4.7 out of 5 on average, across 90 public reviews.
- 6communities
- 4.7average rating, 4 rated
- 90family reviews read
The Kindred House
Ottumwa, Iowa
4.9(27)
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
River Valley Place of Ottumwa
Ottumwa, Iowa
4.7(31)
Assisted Living
Home Halo of Iowa
Ottumwa, Iowa
5(6)
Assisted Living
Good Samaritan Society - Ottumwa - Timber Ridge
Ottumwa, Iowa
5(1)
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
Good Samaritan Society – Ottumwa
Ottumwa, Iowa
4.2(25)
Assisted LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Pennsylvania Place
Ottumwa, Iowa
Assisted Living
Best-rated assisted living in Ottumwa
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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4.9 (27 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
Families describe The Kindred House as a warm, family-like community in Ottumwa where staff go out of their way to personalize care, from meal planning to activities. Reviewers highlight both traditional…
- 2
4.7 (31 reviews)· Assisted Living
Families describe River Valley Place of Ottumwa as clean, welcoming, and staffed by caring, attentive employees who go out of their way for residents. Most reviewers report a strong overall experience, though one review…
- 3
5 (6 reviews)· Assisted Living
Home Halo of Iowa is a non-medical in-home care agency serving seniors and veterans across the state, including Ottumwa. The handful of available reviews are uniformly positive, with families praising individual…
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Good Samaritan Society – Ottumwa
4.2 (25 reviews)· Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 126 units
Reviews of Good Samaritan Society – Ottumwa are mixed, with some families praising the rehabilitation care and compassionate staff, while others describe serious lapses in attentiveness and communication, particularly in…
What families say about assisted living in Ottumwa
Counted across the review summaries of 6 Ottumwa communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 83%
- Food and dining 33%
- Activities and social life 33%
- Communication with families 33%
- Medical and nursing care 33%
Concerns raised
- Cost and billing 67%
- Communication with families 50%
- Staff attitude 33%
- Building and upkeep 33%
“This is a great facility. The staff are so kind and work to make their residents feel safe and happy. The leadership is always looking for improvements to better help the residents and facility. Every time I visit I walk away feeling loved ones are in the best possible place. Thank You!”
Assisted Living in Ottumwa: the figures
- •Most common amenities: housekeeping (6), emergency call system (5), 24-hour staff (5), gathering / activity spaces (5), social activities (5), wheelchair accessible (5).
Assisted Living near Ottumwa
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oskaloosa21.8 mi | 10 | 4.5 / 5 | 21.8 mi |
| Fairfield23.5 mi | 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 23.5 mi |
| Centerville30.9 mi | 5 | 4.3 / 5 | 30.9 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 21, 2026 from the 6 communities listed in Ottumwa, 90 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Ottumwa ask about.
- Home Care in Iowa: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- Signs It Is Time to Move From Home Care to Assisted Living
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Assisted Living in Ottumwa: Common Questions
How many assisted living communities are in Ottumwa, Iowa?
MyLivingChoice lists 6 assisted living communities in Ottumwa, Iowa, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which assisted living communities in Ottumwa are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Home Halo of Iowa (5★, 6 ratings), The Kindred House (4.9★, 27 ratings), River Valley Place of Ottumwa (4.7★, 31 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Ottumwa?
Beyond assisted living, Ottumwa has at-home care (6 communities), independent living (5 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (4 communities), home health (2 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate assisted living in Ottumwa?
Families rate Ottumwa assisted living communities 4.7 out of 5 on average, across 90 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Ottumwa assisted living communities?
Across the review summaries of 6 Ottumwa communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 83%), food and dining (mentioned for 33%), activities and social life (mentioned for 33%). The most common concerns are cost and billing (67%), communication with families (50%), staff attitude (33%).
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving Ottumwa bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
