Best Senior Living in Newton, Iowa
7 communities found
MyLivingChoice lists 9 senior care options in Newton: 7 communities and 2 home care agencies. Families rate them 4.3 out of 5 on average, across 127 public reviews.
- 9options listed
- 4.3average rating, 7 rated
- 127family reviews read
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
Park Centre, a WesleyLife Community for Healthy Living
Newton, Iowa
4.5(43)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Newton Place Apartments
Newton, Iowa
5(3)
Independent Living
Traditions Memory Care Of Newton
Newton, Iowa
4.4(7)
Memory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Newton Village
Newton, Iowa
4.4(5)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
St. Croix Hospice
Newton, Iowa
Home health
Accura HealthCare of Newton
Newton, Iowa
3.4(11)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Valley Vista For Nursing And Rehabilitation
Newton, Iowa
3.4(33)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated senior living in Newton
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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Park Centre, a WesleyLife Community for Healthy Living
4.5 (43 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 66 units
Families describe Park Centre as a warm, close-knit community where staff are attentive and residents form lasting friendships. Most reviewers praise the cleanliness, food quality, and communication with families, though…
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Traditions Memory Care Of Newton
4.4 (7 reviews)· Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 46 units
Families describe Traditions Memory Care of Newton as a place where staff show genuine warmth and long-term dedication, with several reviewers praising the personalized, dignified care their loved ones received over…
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4.4 (5 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 24 units
Newton Village has very few public reviews, but the one available describes it as offering "the best care in town." It's a nonprofit community affiliated with Cassia, serving Newton and nearby Iowa towns with a range of…
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3.4 (11 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 54 units
Accura HealthCare of Newton is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility offering short-term therapy, long-term care, and hospice services. Reviews are sharply divided, with some families praising compassionate,…
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Valley Vista For Nursing And Rehabilitation
3.4 (33 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 70 units
Reviews of Valley Vista are mixed: several families praise the staff's warmth, the dementia care wing, and successful rehab/wound-care outcomes, while one report describes serious neglect involving untreated bedsores and…
What families say about senior living in Newton
Counted across the review summaries of 9 Newton communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 67%
- Memory care 44%
- Medical and nursing care 33%
- Communication with families 22%
- Building and grounds 22%
Concerns raised
- Cost and billing 44%
- Communication with families 33%
- Building and upkeep 33%
- Staff attitude 22%
“I am happy with the way the residents have welcomed me. The staff is very friendly & cooperative. The food on the whole is very good. I appreciate the exercise classes and the use of the exercise machines.”
Senior Living in Newton: the figures
- •Of the 5 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 3 have 11 to 60, and 2 have more than 60.
- •5 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 3 out of 5: 2 rated four stars or better, 1 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: housekeeping (6), medication management (6), 24-hour staff (6), private rooms (6), emergency call system (6), gathering / activity spaces (5).
Senior Living near Newton
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marshalltown24.1 mi | 15 | 4 / 5 | 24.1 mi |
| Knoxville26.7 mi | 6 | 3.9 / 5 | 26.7 mi |
| Ankeny29 mi | 16 | 4.4 / 5 | 29 mi |
| Nevada29.9 mi | 5 | 4.5 / 5 | 29.9 mi |
| Des Moines30.8 mi | 31 | 4 / 5 | 30.8 mi |
| Johnston33.7 mi | 9 | 4.1 / 5 | 33.7 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 9 communities listed in Newton, 127 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 Newton 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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Senior Living in Newton: Common Questions
How many senior living communities are in Newton, Iowa?
MyLivingChoice lists 9 senior living communities in Newton, Iowa, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which senior living communities in Newton are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Home Instead (4.9★, 25 ratings), Park Centre, a WesleyLife Community for Healthy Living (4.5★, 43 ratings), Traditions Memory Care Of Newton (4.4★, 7 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Newton?
Beyond senior living, Newton has skilled nursing / long term care (5 communities), at-home care (2 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate senior living in Newton?
Families rate Newton senior living communities 4.3 out of 5 on average, across 127 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Newton senior living communities?
Across the review summaries of 9 Newton communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 67%), memory care (mentioned for 44%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 33%). The most common concerns are cost and billing (44%), communication with families (33%), building and upkeep (33%).
Are there small senior living homes in Newton?
Of the 5 Newton communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 3 have 11 to 60, and 2 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do Newton nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
5 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Newton carry an overall star rating, averaging 3 out of 5. 2 are rated four stars or better and 1 is rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving Newton bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
