Best Senior Living in Ottumwa, Iowa
13 communities found
MyLivingChoice lists 19 senior care options in Ottumwa: 13 communities and 6 home care agencies. Families rate them 4.5 out of 5 on average, across 167 public reviews.
- 19options listed
- 4.5average rating, 11 rated
- 167family 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
Pennsylvania Place
Ottumwa, Iowa
4.9(11)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Home Halo of Iowa
Ottumwa, Iowa
5(6)
Assisted Living
Milestones Area Agency on Aging
Ottumwa, Iowa
4.6(7)
Independent Living
Good Samaritan Society - Ottumwa - The Lodge
Ottumwa, Iowa
5(1)
Independent 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
Cornerstone Caregiving
Ottumwa, Iowa
Home care · no referral needed
Pennsylvania Place
Ottumwa, Iowa
Assisted Living
Woodlands Estates
Ottumwa, Iowa
Independent Living
Vista Woods Care Center
Ottumwa, Iowa
3.9(7)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated senior 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
4.9 (11 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 60 units
Families describe Pennsylvania Place as a warm, safe, and surprisingly affordable senior living campus in Ottumwa, with several reviewers praising the staff, food, and overall atmosphere. Reviews are uniformly positive,…
- 4
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…
- 5
Milestones Area Agency on Aging
4.6 (7 reviews)· Independent Living
Families describe Milestones Area Agency on Aging as a resource for elder care support and Medicare guidance rather than a residential community. Reviewers consistently mention responsive, helpful staff who follow up…
- 6
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…
- 7
3.9 (7 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Vista Woods Care Center is a Medicare and Medicaid-certified skilled nursing facility in Ottumwa, Iowa, offering 24/7 nursing, therapy, and hospice services. Reviews are mixed: one visitor praised the cleanliness and…
- 8
4 (21 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 60 units
Families generally describe Ridgewood Specialty Care as compassionate and attentive, with several reviewers praising specific staff by name for their kindness during end-of-life care. However, one serious report…
What families say about senior living in Ottumwa
Counted across the review summaries of 19 Ottumwa communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 68%
- Food and dining 21%
- Activities and social life 21%
- Medical and nursing care 21%
- Cleanliness 16%
Concerns raised
- Cost and billing 58%
- Communication with families 47%
- Staff attitude 26%
- Staffing levels and turnover 16%
“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!”
“The care staff, housekeeping & dietary staff, as well as the administration and marketing departments are phenomenal. Daily, life enriching activities are well thought out and suited for our loved ones. I truly appreciate the staff of Pennsylvania Place, what a wonderful facility.”
Senior Living in Ottumwa: the figures
- •3 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 3 out of 5: 1 rated four stars or better, 0 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: 24-hour staff (10), housekeeping (10), emergency call system (9), wheelchair accessible (9), social activities (8), medication management (8).
Senior 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 19 communities listed in Ottumwa, 167 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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Senior Living in Ottumwa: Common Questions
How many senior living communities are in Ottumwa, Iowa?
MyLivingChoice lists 19 senior living communities in Ottumwa, Iowa, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which senior living communities in Ottumwa are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Good Samaritan Society - Hospice (Ottumwa) (5★, 7 ratings), Home Halo of Iowa (5★, 6 ratings), The Kindred House (4.9★, 27 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Ottumwa?
Beyond senior living, Ottumwa has assisted living (6 communities), 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 senior living in Ottumwa?
Families rate Ottumwa senior living communities 4.5 out of 5 on average, across 167 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Ottumwa senior living communities?
Across the review summaries of 19 Ottumwa communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 68%), food and dining (mentioned for 21%), activities and social life (mentioned for 21%). The most common concerns are cost and billing (58%), communication with families (47%), staff attitude (26%).
How do Ottumwa nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
3 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Ottumwa carry an overall star rating, averaging 3 out of 5. 1 is rated four stars or better and 0 are 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 Ottumwa bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
