Melissa Strempke
Apr 2026
The care is excellent and the staff is approachable and easy to talk to. There is always someone to answer questions.
1 / 5Quick Facts
- Total units
- 70
- Medicare rating
- 3 of 5
- Ownership
- For profit, Corporation
- Certified beds
- 70
- Therapy services
- On-site PT/OT praised by returning residents
- Stay type
- Used for repeat short-term rehab stays
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What Families Think
Families describe this skilled nursing and rehab community in Independence, Iowa as warm, clean, and attentive, with several reviewers highlighting strong physical and occupational therapy support. Multiple family members mention long-term residents receiving consistent, compassionate care from nursing and support staff.
The Good
- Staff described as approachable and attentive
- Facility kept clean with residents well-groomed
- Strong physical and occupational therapy praised
- Staff anticipate residents' physical and emotional needs
- Families report positive multi-year care experiences
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Rehabilitation Center of Independence is a senior living community in Independence, Iowa offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Gathering / Activity Spaces, Social Activities and Housekeeping. Families rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 15 reviews.
About Rehabilitation Center of Independence
Rehabilitation Center of Independence is a skilled nursing and long-term care community in Independence, Iowa, licensed for 70 residents. It serves both short-term rehabilitation and permanent residential needs.
Families consistently praise the attentiveness and warmth of the staff, noting that nurses, certified nursing assistants, and therapists show genuine care for residents' physical and emotional well-being. Multiple families highlighted the cleanliness of the facility and staff's ability to handle residents with complex needs—from wheelchair assistance to behavioral challenges—with patience and anticipation of what residents need before being asked. One family wrote, "Staff took a personal interest in my mom and tended to her needs physically and emotionally." Physical and occupational therapy are noted as strengths, and families report that the environment feels positive and upbeat despite the medical nature of the setting.
The community holds a 4.3 out of 5 Google rating based on 15 reviews, with families returning repeatedly or choosing it for long-term care, suggesting sustained confidence in the care provided.
Types of Care at Rehabilitation Center of Independence
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Emergency Call System
- Private Bathroom
- Private Rooms
- Wheelchair Accessible
Meals & Dining
- Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
Community Amenities
- 24-Hour Staff
- Gathering / Activity Spaces
- Housekeeping
- Laundry Service
- Medication Management
- On-Site Nurse (RN)
Activities
- Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)
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Help Me ChooseReviews of Rehabilitation Center of Independence
4.3overall · 15 ratings combined
4.3★ on Google (15)
Michelle Mashek
Mar 2026
Always great to work with they provide attentive care to residents and are compassionate!
Marietha Poole
Feb 2026
I ENJOYED being at the Rehab.Center of Independence VERY MUCH-the staff were ALL VERY KIND & CARING & I made MANY FRIENDS with the residents that were there!!! This is the 3rd time I’ve been here & I knew when I had trouble falling & getting around at my home that THIS WAS THE PLACE to come BACK TO for PT/OT & EXCELLENCE NURSING CARE-the PT/OT Staff are TOP NOTCH & the Nurses & CNA’s ARE WONDERFUL!!! The other depts. are GREAT too with an EXCELLENT Activity Director, aTERRIFIC Dietary Dept, & the Housekeeping & Laundry staff CAN’T BE BEAT!!! The axillary depts. regarding Social Services, Scheduling & Transportation, Care Planning, & of course, Administration are All Very Helpful, Caring & Understanding!!! Truthfully, if I didn’t have a husband waiting at home for me, I would be Very Happy & Content to LIVE HERE the Rest of my life!!!
Larry Norman
Feb 2026
My mom spent the last 15 months of her life here and I will have to say it was a great choice for her and our family and friends. Staff is very upbeat and positive in an environment with some older ill people. Staff took a personal interest in my mom and tended to her needs physically and emotionally. My mother passed in November being 93 years old and we couldn't have made a better decision than having her spend those final 15 months here at the Rehabilitation Center of Independence. Thank you.
Jennifer Kula
Feb 2026
My father has been a resident since 2021. He is wheelchair bound and requires significant assistance. Every time I visit he is well groomed and well taken care of. The facility is very clean and they keep his room neat and orderly. The staff are very friendly and attempt to anticipate his needs. My father can be very difficult but the staff handle that very well. Thank you for all you do for him and for us.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of care does Rehabilitation Center of Independence offer?
Rehabilitation Center of Independence offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Where is Rehabilitation Center of Independence located?
Rehabilitation Center of Independence is located at 1610 Third Street Ne in Independence, Iowa.
What do families say about Rehabilitation Center of Independence?
Families describe this skilled nursing and rehab community in Independence, Iowa as warm, clean, and attentive, with several reviewers highlighting strong physical and occupational therapy support. Multiple family members mention long-term residents receiving consistent, compassionate care from nursing and support staff.
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