Wellington Place

    2479 River Rd, Decorah, IA 52101
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care
    • Skilled Nursing

    Kind staff, clean facility, recommended

    I toured the community and moved my mom in - the director and staff are genuinely kind, respectful and non-pushy, explaining everything patiently. The facility is clean and attractive, apartments can be personalized, there are 24/7 emergency pendants, weekly in-house doctors, attentive nurses, mail/laundry and meal options, plus lots of activities (exercise, crafts, cooking, services, shopping). My mom is happy and well cared for; overall I'm very pleased and would recommend it, with only minor room for improvement.

    Loved one of resident
    Jul 2026

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    4.57·(21)

    Overall rating

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

      5.0
    • Staff

      5.0
    • Meals

      5.0
    • Amenities

      4.8
    • Value

      4.6

    Pros

    • Respectful, attentive nursing staff
    • Compassionate and professional caregiver team
    • Supportive, personable administrative leadership
    • Patient, non-pushy admissions and tours
    • 24/7 emergency pendant system
    • Ability to personalize private apartments
    • Weekly in-house physician/medical rounds
    • Varied group activities (exercise, crafts, cooking, religious services, outings)
    • Laundry and mail services
    • Meal flexibility (dining-room meals or delivery)
    • Cable TV and private phone options
    • Clean, attractive, well-maintained facility
    • Dedicated memory-care unit

    Cons

    • Meal-delivery consistency variability
    • Limited on-site physician availability between scheduled weekly rounds
    • Unclear transition processes between assisted living and higher-acuity nursing care

    Summary of reviews

    Overall impression: Reviewers convey a consistently positive view of Wellington Place, emphasizing respectful, compassionate staff and a well-maintained physical environment. Families and residents describe warm, patient tours and a leadership style that is personable and not pressuring. The community is presented as supporting independence while providing dependable personal care and safety features.

    Care and staff: Nursing and caregiving staff are described as kind, attentive, and supportive; several family members highlighted individualized attention and satisfaction with day-to-day care. The facility offers weekly in-house medical rounds, and a 24/7 emergency pendant system is available, which contributes to a perception of safety. The memory-care unit is singled out as well appointed. Reviewers also commented positively on the facility's pandemic-management practices and on administrative responsiveness.

    Dining and services: Dining options include communal meals and delivered meals to apartments, with laundry and mail-handling services available. Food quality is generally described positively, though there is occasional mention of delivery being merely acceptable, suggesting some variability in meal-delivery experience. Apartments can be personalized and include options for cable TV and private phone service, which supports resident comfort and autonomy.

    Activities and facilities: Wellington Place appears to have an active programming schedule with exercise classes, crafts, cooking activities, religious services, and shopping/outings. The building and common areas are frequently described as clean, attractive, and recently maintained, which, combined with opportunities for social engagement, supports quality-of-life aims for residents.

    Management and notable patterns: Admissions interactions are characterized as patient and non-pushy, with a facility director who engages residents and families directly. The dominant pattern across reviews is strong staff–resident relationships and family satisfaction. Operational areas to consider further include the facility's physician coverage model (weekly rounds with potentially limited on-site coverage between visits), some inconsistency in meal-delivery service, and a need for clearer processes when residents require escalation from assisted-living support to higher-acuity nursing care. These are operational traits to clarify with management during a tour or intake discussion if higher medical needs are anticipated.

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    Medicare Ratings

    3·/ 5
    • Overall

    • Health Inspection

    • Staffing

    • Quality Measures

    Ratings from the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (Care Compare). View on Medicare.gov

    Location

    Map showing location of Wellington Place

    Wellington Place is located at 2479 River Rd, Decorah, IA, 52101.

    About Wellington Place

    Wellington Place sits at 2479 River Rd in Decorah, Iowa, and you'll find there's a range of care levels all on one campus, which means a person can start out living independently in an apartment home and, as life brings changes, move through assisted living, memory care, or even nursing care without leaving familiar surroundings. The community's owned by a non-profit group with a focus on kind and compassionate care, and its programs try to help residents stay independent longer while making sure those who need help get it, whether it's for daily activities like bathing and medication, or more support with memory loss and dementia. They've got a Memory Support Program meant for residents with cognitive decline, which tries to reduce confusion and keep people safe in a calm environment, and for those who need help healing after illness or hospital stays, there's skilled rehabilitation with physical, occupational, and speech therapists who come in and work with residents.

    Wellington Place does a good job making things feel pleasant, with lots of socialization and exercise options, activity calendars, newsletters, and simple touches like spacious gardens and well-kept common areas where residents gather. People say the staff pays close attention to medication management and general care, and the facility is recognized for its clean and safe setting, almost like stepping into a nice hotel for older adults who need some extra support now and then. For families needing a break, respite care is available, and the Care Finder helps locate the right services when things seem confusing. Life enrichment activities, convenience services, and good food help make daily living easier and more enjoyable for long-term residents.

    There's a focus on adapting as older adults' needs change, with skilled nursing, rehabilitation, independent and assisted living, memory support, home care, and residential care home services all available. Wellington Place is known as a community that keeps to strong safety standards, dependable staff, and a friendly environment where people can settle in, feel comfortable, and stay a part of their Decorah community as they age, and they keep their doors open all week, every day, so someone's always around if needed. The community's also involved with groups like the Iowa Health Care Association and keeps up with best practices and regulations so people can count on the care they get. Families mention the entertainment, meals, and level of attention make a difference, and Wellington Place keeps updating programs and amenities so people there can thrive as circumstances change.

    People often ask...

    Wellington Place offers assisted living, memory care, board and care, and skilled nursing.

    There are 18 photos of Wellington Place on Mirador.

    The full address for this community is 2479 River Rd, Decorah, IA 52101.

    No, Wellington Place 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 number2615
    StatusActive
    Facility typeAssisted Living Programs
    Capacity68 residents
    EffectiveMarch 12th, 2025
    ExpiresMarch 12th, 2027
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    Inspection Reports

    7

    Reports

    0

    Citations

    2

    Complaints

    15

    Years

    01 Feb 2024Renewal
    Found no deficiencies cited during the recertification visit for the program.
    29 Jun 2021Complaint
    Found no deficiencies identified during the recertification, a complaint investigation, and an infection control survey.
    18 Jun 2019Renewal
    Found no deficiencies.
    22 Jun 2017Renewal
    Found no deficiencies.
    16 Jun 2015Renewal
    Found no regulatory insufficiencies during recertification monitoring.
    08 Jan 2013Renewal
    Investigated the monitoring of the program and found no regulatory deficiencies.
    16 Feb 2011Complaint
    Investigated the monitoring of the program and found no regulatory insufficiencies during this period.

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