Grand Meadows Senior Living

    5300 Grand Meadow Dr, Dubuque, IA 52002
    • Independent Living
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care
    • Skilled Nursing

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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

    Memory care community services

    • Mild cognitive impairment
    • Specialized memory care programming

    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

    4.53·(95)

    Overall rating

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

      4.8
    • Staff

      4.7
    • Meals

      4.0
    • Amenities

      4.7
    • Value

      3.0

    Pros

    • Compassionate, professional nursing and caregiving staff
    • Strong physical and occupational therapy/rehabilitation program
    • Clean, well‑maintained modern facility
    • Spacious private rooms with private walk-in showers
    • Comprehensive 24/7 nursing and medication management
    • Engaging activities program with dedicated staff
    • Homelike, welcoming atmosphere
    • Tasty, varied dining options
    • Positive rehab outcomes and return‑home support
    • Good communication and responsive administration
    • Accessible campus layout and convenient visitation options
    • Daily housekeeping and maintenance
    • Memory‑care unit with specialized, responsive staff
    • Private‑room amenities (bariatric beds, recliners) and bright common areas
    • On‑site event/clubhouse space and exercise facilities

    Cons

    • Staff conduct and culture concerns including alleged discriminatory behavior
    • Inconsistent infection‑control and PPE adherence
    • Gaps in billing transparency and financial communication
    • Intermittent clinical responsiveness and safety‑protocol consistency
    • Inconsistent delivery or enforcement of therapy and activity plans
    • Staff distraction and task‑prioritization issues
    • Weak property‑accountability and follow‑up procedures
    • Variable ancillary‑service consistency (internet, cable, occasional dining variability)

    Summary of reviews

    Overall impression: Grand Meadows Senior Living is frequently described as a modern, well‑kept campus with strong clinical and rehabilitative capabilities. Many families emphasize compassionate, professional nursing and caregiver teams, a robust physical/occupational therapy department, and consistently positive short‑term rehab outcomes. The facility’s physical plant — new construction or recently updated units, spacious private rooms with walk‑in showers, bright dining areas, and accessible one‑level layouts — is cited as a clear strength that contributes to a homelike atmosphere and ease of visitation.

    Care and staff: Reviewers commonly praise the caregiving staff for warmth, attentiveness, and resident‑centered care; several accounts highlight 24/7 nursing coverage and reliable medication management. Therapy staff receive repeated positive mentions for individualized plans and effective recovery support. At the same time, there are a number of operational concerns that families should evaluate during a tour: inconsistent clinical responsiveness and safety‑protocol adherence have been raised (for example, issues linked to fall prevention and infection control), and some reviewers describe staff distraction or task‑prioritization problems. Additionally, a small number of serious concerns were raised about staff conduct, including allegations of discriminatory behavior and about property mishandling; prospective families may wish to ask about staff training, diversity and inclusion policies, and incident investigation processes.

    Dining, activities, and daily life: Many reviewers report varied and palatable meal options and an active social program with a dedicated activities team, live performances, and family involvement opportunities. The facility’s clubhouse, exercise amenities, and well‑maintained common areas are viewed positively for resident engagement. However, some accounts indicate variability in how consistently activities and therapy are delivered, so families should confirm current programming schedules and staffing for activities and therapy if ongoing engagement is important.

    Management and administration: Several families commend the admissions and administrative staff for clear communication, responsiveness to care changes, and supportive placement assistance. Conversely, others describe gaps in billing transparency, follow‑up on family concerns, and occasional communication lapses; asking detailed questions about billing practices, grievance procedures, and how the facility documents and follows up on family concerns is advisable. Infection‑control practices were generally acceptable to many families, though some reviewers raised concerns about inconsistent PPE use and early COVID visitation restrictions; clarify current infection‑prevention protocols during a visit.

    Bottom line: Grand Meadows presents as a modern, therapy‑focused facility with many strengths in caregiving, cleanliness, and resident life. The dominant pattern is positive, but there are recurring operational themes — staff conduct/culture, consistency of safety and infection controls, billing transparency, and property accountability — that prospective residents and families should explicitly review with leadership during a tour and in contract discussions. Request current staffing ratios, recent survey/inspection results, written policies on diversity and incident response, and sample menus and activity calendars to get a fuller picture before deciding.

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    Location

    Grand Meadows Senior Living is located at 5300 Grand Meadow Dr, Dubuque, IA, 52002.

    About Grand Meadows Senior Living

    Grand Meadows Senior Living Community has several care options including independent living, assisted living, active adult living, memory care, home care, adult day services, long-term care and skilled nursing, and Medicare-certified home health care, so seniors have different choices based on their needs, and they've got special programs like the Fit to Live memory care program if someone's living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and three assisted living households hold 16 private suites each to keep things feeling comfortable and to support friendship and togetherness among residents which is something folks often look for as they get older. The staff is recognized for being helpful, friendly, and joyful, and each person living here gets a care plan geared just for them to help make sure they're safe, comfortable, and enjoying life the way they want, and the place has a lively feel with social activities and outings to local spots like Eagle Point Park and the National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium which keeps everyone active and gives people things to look forward to. The property itself includes townhomes that get maintained through a portal so residents don't have to worry about fixing things themselves, and you can find beautiful gardens, pet-friendly areas, and spaces that are fully accessible for people with mobility needs, and the dining team focuses on good nutrition making sure every meal helps residents get the vitamins and minerals they require, which is something that isn't always easy when you get older so that's a nice touch. There's high-speed internet and Wi-Fi for those who want to keep in touch with family or stay entertained, and rooms and areas are set up for privacy and comfort which includes features especially made for people with cognitive impairments so wandering and confusion are reduced; it's clear they pay attention to safety in memory care. Grand Meadows also offers management services from Tutera and gives access to professional referrals if someone ever needs a doctor or specialist, and there's a strong focus on activity planning so people find things they enjoy, including activities and trips right there on campus or nearby. Awards like Best of Senior Living and Best Activities in Senior Living show some people have given praise to the programs and daily life, and there are tours both in-person and virtual so people can see everyday life, dining, and activities before moving in, which is useful when families are making decisions about where to live next. The team at Grand Meadows, along with their variety of amenities and care options, offers seniors a chance to stay active and comfortable, with a community that tries to meet different needs as they change over time.

    About Tutera Senior Living

    Grand Meadows Senior Living is managed by Tutera Senior Living.

    Founded in 1985 and headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, Tutera Senior Living operates 39+ communities across multiple states. The company provides skilled nursing, assisted living, memory care, and home health/hospice services. Guided by their "INSPIRED BY YOU" philosophy and YOUNITE approach, Tutera emphasizes personalized care rooted in integrity and respect.

    People often ask...

    Grand Meadows Senior Living offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing.

    There are 26 photos of Grand Meadows Senior Living on Mirador.

    Yes, Grand Meadows Senior Living allows residents to age in place and adjust their level of care as needed.

    The full address for this community is 5300 Grand Meadow Dr, Dubuque, IA 52002.

    No, Grand Meadows Senior Living 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.

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