Homestead of Centerville

    19999 Street joseph's Dr, Centerville, IA 52544
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care

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    Reviews

    4.92·(26)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      5.0
    • Staff

      5.0
    • Meals

      4.6
    • Amenities

      4.7
    • Value

      5.0

    Pros

    • Compassionate, attentive caregiving staff
    • Responsive nursing and certified nursing assistants
    • Personable and efficient admissions/office staff
    • Clean, well-maintained, odor-free facility
    • Private apartment options and homelike environment
    • Outstanding home-cooked meals with ala carte option
    • Meals-on-wheels coordination and transportation support
    • Dedicated, engaging activity director
    • Scheduled excursions and resident transportation
    • Secure entry and reliable safety measures
    • High-standard housekeeping and maintenance
    • Supportive, visible leadership (Director Jen)
    • Grief counseling and family-support services
    • Affordable pricing and accommodating move-in process

    Cons

    • Limited variety and frequency in activity programming, reducing participation
    • Insufficient musical and entertainment offerings

    Summary of reviews

    Across the collected summaries, the facility is characterized by consistently positive feedback on care, staff, meals, and facility condition. Reviewers emphasize compassionate, attentive caregiving from nurses and CNAs, with staff described as responsive to resident needs. Office and admissions staff receive separate praise for being personable and efficient, and move-ins are described as well coordinated. Leadership is noted as visible and engaged, contributing to a perception of a well-run facility that provides families with peace of mind.

    Dining and ancillary services are recurring strengths. Meals are frequently described as home-cooked, appealing, and sometimes available with an ala carte choice; the facility also supports external meal programs such as meals-on-wheels and provides transportation assistance. Housekeeping and maintenance are highlighted as high-standard, contributing to a clean, well-lit, odor-free environment and a homelike atmosphere with private apartment options.

    Activity programming is the primary area with room for improvement. While there is a dedicated activity director and multiple daytime activities, reviewers commonly indicate that variety and frequency could be expanded to increase resident participation. Several comments specifically request more musical or entertainment offerings. The facility appears to have organized scheduling (monthly activity lists, a library, and excursions), but diversifying programming could address both engagement and participation gaps.

    Overall, the pattern in the summaries is strongly favorable: staff conduct, cleanliness, meal quality, safety, and management receive repeated commendation. The most consistent operational weakness identified is a relative lack of variety in recreational programming, especially musical and entertainment options, which some families feel would enhance resident engagement. Prospective residents and families who prioritize attentive clinical care, strong housekeeping, and good dining will likely find this facility aligns well with those priorities; those for whom a broad, activity-rich social program is a high priority should inquire specifically about current programming and upcoming activity plans.

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    Location

    Homestead of Centerville is located at 19999 Street joseph's Dr, Centerville, IA, 52544.

    About Homestead of Centerville

    Homestead Assisted Living & Memory Care of Centerville sits out on 19999 Saint Joseph's Drive in Centerville, Iowa, where you'll find a rural community with quiet landscaped grounds and apartments all on one floor, making it easier for folks to get around and safer too since they have built-in emergency call systems. The place offers two main types of care-assisted living for seniors who need help with daily things like bathing, getting dressed, taking medicine, or eating, and memory care for people with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia, where the rooms and routines are set up to keep everyone calm and prevent folks from getting lost or confused. There's full-time staff and on-call nurses day or night, so someone's always around to help out if anything happens, and the caregivers are trained and friendly, making sure everyone gets the attention they need. Apartments are designed for easy access, and you can pick different floor plans whether you need assisted living or memory care, which helps make the place feel more like home.

    Residents get access to things like pet-friendly policies and high-speed internet, plus public spaces where people can meet, do activities, or just sit and visit, which they encourage since it helps everyone stay connected and avoid feeling alone. Memory care units are fully secured, with calming spaces and specialized programs to keep folks engaged in safe ways. Every resident has a care plan that gets updated for their needs, including help with things like physical or occupational therapy that can be done on-site, and there's regular transportation for outings or appointments, so people don't feel stuck inside. Wi-Fi throughout lets folks keep in touch with family or just relax, and the whole place pays attention to things that make daily living easier, like handicap accessibility and apartments set up for comfort and well-being.

    The community is part of the Midwest Health Family of Communities, which means they follow a certain way of supporting senior living and personalized care. People there take part in regular social, educational, and entertainment programs aimed at keeping everyone active and happy, and those who like to go out will find organized excursions as well. For those who need it, there's extra help for medication management, and all support for daily activities like toileting, bathing, and eating is available as needed. The staff work to keep things positive and focus on resident satisfaction, making sure people can stay as independent as possible while still having help close by when it's needed.

    About Midwest Health

    Homestead of Centerville is managed by Midwest Health.

    Founded in 1977 by Jim Klausman and Butch Eaton in Topeka, Kansas, Midwest Health has grown from a single nursing home to 80+ senior living communities across 6 Midwest states. As Kansas' largest assisted living provider and one of the nation's assisted living pioneers, they offer independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing.

    People often ask...

    Homestead of Centerville offers assisted living and memory care.

    There are 34 photos of Homestead of Centerville on Mirador.

    The full address for this community is 19999 Street joseph's Dr, Centerville, IA 52544.

    No, Homestead of Centerville does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

    Safety & Compliance

    In Iowa, the Department of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing licenses assisted living and long-term care programs, conducting recertification visits and complaint investigations.

    License number1857
    StatusActive
    Facility typeAssisted Living Programs for People with Dementia
    Capacity102 residents
    EffectiveJuly 24th, 2026
    ExpiresJuly 23rd, 2028
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    Inspection Reports

    25

    Reports

    7

    Type A Citations

    0

    Type B Citations

    18

    Complaints

    22

    Years

    09 Jul 2026Complaint
    Found no deficiencies. The investigation concluded that no regulatory insufficiencies were cited.
    02 Mar 2026Complaint
    Cited deficiencies related to medication administration and door safety, including miscommunication about medications and a nonfunctional exit alarm that allowed elopement.
    • 481-67.3(2)Tenant Rights
    • 481-69.32(2)Life Safety - Emergency Policies / Structure
    27 Jan 2026Complaint
    Found no deficiencies identified during the investigation.
    10 Apr 2025Complaint
    Investigated and found multiple deficiencies across medications, evaluations, service plans, and nurse oversight, including failure to follow orders and timely updates.
    • Type A481-67.5(2)f(4)Medications
    • Type A481-69.22(3)Evaluation of Tenant
    • Type A481-69.23(1)jCriteria for Admission/Retention of Tenants
    • Type A481-69.26(1)Service Plans
    • Type A481-69.26(4)aService Plans - Individualization
    • Type A481-69.27(1)cNurse Review
    14 Nov 2023Complaint
    Found no deficiencies during the investigation.
    18 Aug 2022Complaint
    Identified deficiencies in discharge procedures for two residents, including missing physician rationale and ombudsman address in discharge notices.
    • 481-67.2(3)Program Policies and Procedures
    30 Dec 2019Complaint
    Investigated a complaint about resident care and created a plan of correction with steps and deadlines.
    31 Jul 2018Renewal
    Found no deficiencies identified during the recertification for the program serving people with dementia.
    31 Oct 2017Complaint
    Found no regulatory insufficiencies.
    03 May 2017Incident
    Found no deficiencies cited after the investigation. The census counts for different population classifications were reported.
    18 Jan 2017Complaint
    Verified that previously identified insufficiencies were corrected.
    18 Jan 2017Revisit
    Found no deficiencies. Prior regulatory insufficiencies were corrected on revisit.
    15 Nov 2016Incident
    Identified deficiencies in tenant evaluation and in maintaining/updating service plans, including failure to update a service plan after a fall that changed a tenant's condition.
    • 481-69.22(2)Evaluation of Tenant
    • 481-69.26(1); 481-69.26(231C)Service Plans
    04 Aug 2016Complaint
    Investigated identified deficiencies in care planning and administration, including failure to follow call-light policies and gaps in dementia-related staff education and transportation licensing.
    • —Failure to follow policy for response to call lights and to maintain tenant service plans
    • —Dementia-specific education for program personnel
    • —Transportation – driver licensing requirements for staff
    15 Jul 2014Complaint
    Investigated a complaint and found regulatory insufficiencies in medication administration, tenant occupancy planning, nurse delegation training, staff training, and facility safety.
    • Type AIowa Administrative Code 481-67.5(6)(a)Medication administration by program staff
    • Iowa Administrative Code 481-69.26(2)Occupancy planning and preliminary service plan
    • Iowa Administrative Code 481-69.29(6)Nurse delegation training
    • Iowa Administrative Code 481-69.27(1)Nurse delegation and staff training
    • Iowa Administrative Code 481-69.32(3)Structural requirements
    • Iowa Administrative Code 481-69.35(1)(b)Buildings and grounds
    04 Jun 2012Renewal
    Found no regulatory insufficiencies during the monitoring evaluation.
    20 Oct 2010Complaint
    Identified regulatory insufficiencies in tenant documentation and in-service training on food protection.
    • IAC 481-69.25(1)(o)Regulatory Insufficiency
    • IAC 481-69.28(5)Regulatory Insufficiency
    12 Apr 2010Incident
    Investigated an incident of a resident leaving the dementia unit; found unsecured exit doors and an unlocked courtyard gate that allowed exit.
    • IAC r. 481-69.32(2)Regulatory Insufficiency
    03 Jul 2008Renewal
    Identified deficiencies in tenant evaluations, service planning, and building safety during an on-site review.
    • 25.23(2)Evaluation of tenant’s functional, cognitive and health status
    • 25.28(1)Service plan development based on evaluations
    • 25.28(3)Regular updating of service plans
    • 25.40(1)bBuilding and grounds maintained safe and sanitary
    08 Apr 2008Complaint
    Investigated the complaint and identified deficiencies in assessments, service plans, dementia training, and risk management. Findings showed documentation and planning were not consistently maintained.
    • 321 IAC 25.23.2Evaluation of tenant functional health and cognitive status
    • 321 IAC 25.28.2Service plans updated as needed
    • 321 IAC 25.23.1Development of service plans based on evaluations
    • 321 IAC 25.23.2Evaluation of tenant functional health and cognitive status
    • 321 IAC 25.34Dementia-specific education for program personnel
    • 321 IAC 25.36Managed risk statement
    08 Jun 2006Renewal
    Identified a regulatory insufficiency where tenants were not allowed to self-direct medications, limiting choice and independence.
    • —Tenant self-direction of medications
    01 Nov 2005Complaint
    Investigated deficiencies in excluding a tenant who exhibited aggressive behavior and in medication management and monitoring of prescribed drugs.
    • 321 IAC 25.23(3); 25.24Criteria for exclusion of tenants
    • 321 IAC 25.30Nurse Review - Medication administration and documentation
    • 321 IAC 25.30Nurse Review - Monitoring of medications
    07 Oct 2005Complaint
    Investigated found the program retained a tenant who requires a higher level of care.
    • 321 IAC 25.23(3); 25.24Criteria for exclusion of tenants
    01 Apr 2005Complaint
    Investigated a complaint and related observations, finding failures to update tenant service plans and to evaluate tenants when needs changed.
    • 321 IAC 25.23(1) and/or (2)Evaluation of Tenant
    • 321 IAC 25.28Service Plan
    07 Jun 2004Complaint
    Found multiple deficiencies in evaluating tenant needs, planning care, and ensuring safety. The issues affected staffing, transportation, activities, and tenant self-direction.
    • 321 IAC 25.23(1) and/or (2)Evaluation of Tenant
    • 321 IAC 25.23(3); 25.24Exclusion of Tenants
    • 321 IAC 25.28Service Plans
    • 321 IAC 25.30Nurse Review
    • 321 IAC 25.33Staffing
    • 321 IAC 25.38Transportation
    • 321 IAC 25.39Activities
    • Iowa Code section 231C.2Assisted Living Definition

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