Best Senior Living in Oskaloosa, Iowa
7 communities found
MyLivingChoice lists 10 senior care options in Oskaloosa: 7 communities and 3 home care agencies. Families rate them 4.5 out of 5 on average, across 102 public reviews. 1 has details confirmed by the operator.
- 10options listed
- 4.5average rating, 5 rated
- 102family reviews read
- 1operator-verified
From $5,735/moPartnerHomestead Assisted Living & Memory Care of Oskaloosa
Oskaloosa, Iowa
4.7(15)
Assisted LivingMemory Care
Mahaska Health Partnership Hospice Serenity House
Oskaloosa, Iowa
5(4)
Assisted Living
Crystal Heights Care Center
Oskaloosa, Iowa
4.4(42)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Northern Mahaska Specialty Care
Oskaloosa, Iowa
4.4(25)
Respite / Short-Term CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Mc Call
Oskaloosa, Iowa
Assisted Living
Oskaloosa Retirement Homes
Oskaloosa, Iowa
Independent Living
Oskaloosa Care Center
Oskaloosa, Iowa
3.8(16)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated senior living in Oskaloosa
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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Homestead Assisted Living & Memory Care of OskaloosaVerified
4.7 (15 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care
Families who reviewed Homestead of Oskaloosa are very positive, with a 4.7 Google rating from 15 ratings. They praise caring staff who greet residents by first name, a full activities calendar, and a clean, happy…
- 2
4.4 (42 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 72 units
Families describe Crystal Heights Care Center as a warm, attentive skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility where staff are praised for compassionate, hands-on care. Reviewers consistently highlight strong physical,…
- 3
Northern Mahaska Specialty Care
4.4 (25 reviews)· Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 79 units
Most reviewers describe Northern Mahaska Specialty Care as a caring, clean skilled nursing and long-term care facility where staff are attentive to residents' medical and emotional needs. One detailed negative review,…
- 4
3.8 (16 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 83 units
Reviews for Oskaloosa Care Center are sharply divided, with several families describing serious lapses in care, including failure to respond to medical emergencies, and one reviewer alleging a death resulted from…
What families say about senior living in Oskaloosa
Counted across the review summaries of 10 Oskaloosa communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 50%
- Activities and social life 20%
- Cleanliness 20%
- Value for money 20%
- Medical and nursing care 20%
Concerns raised
- Communication with families 20%
- Cost and billing 20%
- Staff attitude 10%
- Food and dining 10%
“I just want to say thank you to Crystal Height Care center and its amazing staff. I cannot say how much I deeply appreciate you for giving my grandmother the great care and support she received when living there . Your whole team went above and beyond to make her feel welcomed and loved while she was there.”
“Homestead is a special place! All aspects of the transition has been great. Between the activities and all the caring staff it was hands down the best place for our loved one. When everyone is greeted by first name you know you have a winner.”
“So proud of team Northern Mahaska. To achieve a deficiency free survey in this industry shows your dedication to quality. Congratulations to you and your team.”
Senior Living in Oskaloosa: the figures
- •3 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 2.3 out of 5: 0 rated four stars or better, 1 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: emergency call system (5), wheelchair accessible (5), on-site nurse (rn) (5), 24-hour staff (5), medication management (5), housekeeping (4).
Senior Living near Oskaloosa
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ottumwa21.8 mi | 19 | 4.5 / 5 | 21.8 mi |
| Knoxville24 mi | 6 | 3.9 / 5 | 24 mi |
| Newton34.9 mi | 5 | 4 / 5 | 34.9 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 21, 2026 from the 10 communities listed in Oskaloosa, 102 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 Oskaloosa 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 Oskaloosa: Common Questions
How many senior living communities are in Oskaloosa, Iowa?
MyLivingChoice lists 10 senior living communities in Oskaloosa, Iowa, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which senior living communities in Oskaloosa are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Homestead Assisted Living & Memory Care of Oskaloosa (4.7★, 15 ratings), Crystal Heights Care Center (4.4★, 42 ratings), Northern Mahaska Specialty Care (4.4★, 25 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Oskaloosa?
Beyond senior living, Oskaloosa has assisted living (3 communities), at-home care (3 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (3 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate senior living in Oskaloosa?
Families rate Oskaloosa senior living communities 4.5 out of 5 on average, across 102 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Oskaloosa senior living communities?
Across the review summaries of 10 Oskaloosa communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 50%), activities and social life (mentioned for 20%), cleanliness (mentioned for 20%). The most common concerns are communication with families (20%), cost and billing (20%), staff attitude (10%).
How do Oskaloosa nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
3 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Oskaloosa carry an overall star rating, averaging 2.3 out of 5. 0 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 Oskaloosa bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
