4.7(31 ratings)· Ottumwa average: 4.5
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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 flagged a staffing shortage as a concern.
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River Valley Place of Ottumwa is a senior living community in Ottumwa, Iowa offering Assisted Living. Amenities include Gathering / Activity Spaces, Social Activities and Transportation Services. Families rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 31 reviews.
River Valley Place of Ottumwa is an assisted living community in Ottumwa, Iowa, offering high-quality, personalized care for seniors with compassionate support services and comfortable living spaces.
The community features Better Living's signature program, which is designed to bring purpose and joy to residents' lives. This approach is rooted in Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs and creates meaningful days filled with comfort, connection, and what the community calls "Memory Treasures." Families are positioned as true partners in ensuring residents feel safe, valued, and loved.
River Valley Place of Ottumwa offers respite care services, providing a safe and nurturing environment for seniors while giving families the opportunity to rest, recharge, or attend to personal matters. These services include compassionate, trained staff and tailored activities designed to promote engagement, comfort, and well-being.
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Help Me Choose4.7overall · 31 ratings combined
4.7★ on Google (31)
R K
Aug 2026
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!
tammy Bencze
Aug 2026
Very clean, beautiful community friendly staff and wonderful residents... highly recommend
Sadie Kirk
Aug 2026
I have always drove by River Valley Place for years, but never knew it was such a nice place until I visited last weekend. The staff there are helpful, and care a lot about the residents. The building is clean, and well kept. Very nice overall!
Hannah Kay
Aug 2026
River Valley Place has changed a lot over the past few months. The atmosphere is inviting. The facility is clean and feels like home. Shelby is kind and informative.
Nina Mathis
Aug 2026
I visited a long time friend last weekend. I want to share that this facility is so beautiful, and the best in Ottumwa!
River Valley Place of Ottumwa offers Assisted Living.
River Valley Place of Ottumwa is located at 173 E Rochester Rd in Ottumwa, Iowa.
River Valley Place of Ottumwa carries a 4.7 out of 5 rating from 31 Google reviews. 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 flagged a staffing shortage as a concern. Reviews on MyLivingChoice come from families who confirmed a connection to the community and appear with the reviewer's first name and last initial.
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