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Pennsylvania Place

Three Pennsylvania Place

4.9(11 ratings)· Ottumwa average: 4.5

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Quick Facts

Total units
60
Medicare rating
4 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
For profit, Corporation
Certified beds
60
Inspections
View history (12 citations)
Rehab partnership
Short-term stays for residents discharging from rehab

What Families Think

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, though the sample size is small and pricing isn't published, making it harder to compare costs directly.

The Good

  • Staff described as caring and going above and beyond
  • Home-cooked meals praised, including chef's soups
  • Families report cost savings compared to other communities
  • Reviewers call it a safe, secure, family-oriented place
  • Multiple levels of care available on one campus

The Bad

  • Only 11 reviews available, limiting how representative feedback is
  • No published pricing to compare against other communities

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Pennsylvania Place is a senior living community in Ottumwa, Iowa offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 11 reviews.

About Pennsylvania Place

Pennsylvania Place is a skilled nursing and long-term care facility in Ottumwa, Iowa, with a licensed capacity of 60 residents. The community serves those needing ongoing medical support and residential care.

Families consistently praise the staff's attentiveness and genuine care. One reviewer noted the team is "willing to go up and beyond their day to day job duties," and multiple families highlight feeling their loved ones are in trustworthy, capable hands. The dining program stands out, Chef Mike's homemade soups (reportedly 30 varieties) and full meal service are frequently mentioned as highlights. Daily activities are described as thoughtfully planned and suited to residents' interests, contributing to what families call a welcoming, family-oriented atmosphere.

The facility itself receives compliments for its physical appearance and cleanliness across all departments, care staff, housekeeping, dietary, and administration. Families who toured Pennsylvania Place report friendly, informative interactions with staff during visits.

Pennsylvania Place holds a 4.9 out of 5 rating on Google across 11 reviews, with all submitted reviews rating the community at five stars.

Types of Care at Pennsylvania Place

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Chapel / Religious Services
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)
  • Security

Activities

  • Birthday / Holiday Parties
  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of Pennsylvania Place

4.9overall · 11 ratings combined

4.9★ on Google (11)

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Brenda Hostetler

Oct 2025

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I can't say enough GREAT things about Pennsylvania Place in Ottumwa, Iowa. My mom was so happy living there. The years she spent there were amongst the best of her life. In her words, "I finally don't have to cook or clean unless I want to." I know her favorite part of lunches were Chef Mike's homemade soups - I think he had 30 different kinds - and they were all delicious! His meals are complete, HUGE and filling - mom never left hungry! We were SURPRISED that mom actually SAVED money when she moved there. With no longer paying taxes, utilities and repairs (appliances, furnace/AC in her old house tended to break down), she was surprised with the cost savings! When we started thinking about a place for mom to move into, we didn't go to Penn Place as it's REALLY NICE and we just figured we couldn't afford it. However, when we started comparing, Penn Place was the MOST affordable of all the communities we visited. Forever thankful to their staff and fellow residents. WONDERFUL place to call home!

Amber M

Oct 2020

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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.

Patty Smith

Dec 2019

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I have toured the facility and it is just beautiful, people and staff are amazing.

Linda Fawcett

Dec 2019

via Google ↗

I was given the tour at their open house and was very impressed with the different type of housing available, everything was so nice & the staff was friendly & informative. I would recommend Pennsylvania Place to anyone looking for a safe secure place to live.

Renate Cormier

Dec 2019

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They are an amazing group of people that are willing to go up and beyond their day to day job duties. If you are looking for a safe, secure and “family oriented” place to move to or have a loved one move to then 1000% this IS the place!! Make sure to reach out to Brady she is the reason we chose Penn Place!! She is personable, honest and a joy to be around and I TRUST her with my mother.

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Government Inspection History

3 inspection visits in the last three years, 12 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Sep 25, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard2 citations

  • Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 3, 2025

  • Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 26, 2025

Sep 12, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard5 citations

  • Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 30, 2024

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 11, 2024

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 11, 2024

  • Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 11, 2024

  • Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 30, 2024

Apr 25, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth ComplaintHealth Standard5 citations

  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 24, 2024

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 14, 2024

  • Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 7, 2024

  • Use approved construction type or materials.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 14, 2024

  • Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 24, 2024

Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Pennsylvania Place offer?

Pennsylvania Place offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Pennsylvania Place located?

Pennsylvania Place is located at Three Pennsylvania Place in Ottumwa, Iowa.

What do families say about Pennsylvania Place?

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, though the sample size is small and pricing isn't published, making it harder to compare costs directly.

How did Pennsylvania Place do on recent health and safety inspections?

Pennsylvania Place had 3 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 12 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.

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