Emerson Point

    1355 Shannon Dr, Iowa City, IA 52246
    • Independent Living
    • Assisted Living

    Top-notch clean facility, caring staff

    I feel at ease here - the facility is top-notch, clean, and comfortable, with attentive administration and caring staff who really understand each resident and work well with families. A nurse's timely, lifesaving action and thoughtful patient aides have made this the best place for the care I need; my small apartment with a full kitchen is a nice bonus.

    Current/former 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

    4.00·(4)

    Overall rating

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

      5.0
    • Staff

      3.5
    • Meals

      1.0
    • Amenities

      4.5
    • Value

      4.0

    Pros

    • Compassionate, resident-centered care
    • Collaborative family communication
    • Attentive clinical staff and administration
    • Timely emergency clinical response
    • Clean, comfortable facility environment
    • Supportive patient aides
    • Private apartments with full kitchens

    Cons

    • Staff conduct and communication tone
    • Inconsistent dining quality
    • Inconsistent admissions and entrance-control procedures
    • Limited apartment size in some units

    Summary of reviews

    Overall impression: Emerson Point presents as a well-maintained assisted-living environment with strengths in clinical responsiveness, family collaboration, and personal comfort. Several comments emphasize a caring, attentive staff and administration, a clean facility, and private apartment units that include full kitchens. There is also specific praise for clinical staff acting quickly in urgent situations, which suggests generally effective clinical oversight.

    Care and staff: Reviews convey a strong emphasis on resident-centered care and staff kindness. Families highlighted attention to individual resident needs and good communication with relatives, indicating established processes for family engagement. At the same time, there are concerns about staff conduct and communication tone in certain interactions; this suggests variability in interpersonal performance across staff that management may need to address through focused training or supervision. Clinical responsiveness is a consistent strength, with examples of prompt action by nurses when urgent care was required.

    Dining and activities: Dining quality is a notable area of concern; some feedback describes the food as unsatisfactory, indicating inconsistent meal satisfaction. Meal-service continuity or menu quality may benefit from review. There is limited commentary about organized activities in the provided summaries, so it is difficult to assess programmatic offerings for engagement and recreation from these reviews alone.

    Facilities and living space: The physical environment is described positively for cleanliness and comfort. Apartments are private and equipped with full kitchens, which supports autonomy and a homelike feel; however, unit size is mentioned as small in some cases, which could affect residents who require more space for mobility aids or personal items.

    Management and operational patterns: Administration is viewed as attentive and collaborative with families, which supports transparent communication and care planning. Operational weaknesses inferred from the feedback include inconsistent admissions and entrance-control procedures (an incident during move-in points to potential gaps in logistics or signage enforcement) and variability in staff behavior and dining quality. Addressing these facility-level processes—through standardized admissions protocols, reinforcement of communication standards, and a review of food services—would help align the positive clinical and environmental strengths with more consistent day-to-day experience.

    Notable patterns: The strongest themes are compassionate care, effective clinical response, and a clean, comfortable setting. The recurring operational issues center on staff conduct variability, dining dissatisfaction, and procedural lapses during admissions or at entry points. Prospective residents and families should weigh the facility’s clinical strengths and family collaboration against the potential for uneven service experiences in communication and dining.

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    Location

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    Emerson Point is located at 1355 Shannon Dr, Iowa City, IA, 52246.

    About Emerson Point

    Emerson Point is a care home that offers a range of services for seniors looking for a comfortable and supportive living environment. Situated in a peaceful and scenic location, Emerson Point provides a serene setting for residents to enjoy their golden years. The care home boasts well-maintained grounds with beautiful gardens and outdoor seating areas where residents can relax and socialize with their peers.

    The staff at Emerson Point are dedicated to providing personalized care to each resident, ensuring that their individual needs and preferences are met. From assistance with daily activities to medication management, residents can feel confident that they will receive the support they need to thrive. The care home also offers social activities and outings to help residents stay engaged and connected with others in the community.

    Emerson Point prides itself on fostering a warm and welcoming atmosphere where residents can feel at home. The care home features cozy living spaces, comfortable bedrooms, and communal dining areas where residents can enjoy meals together. With a focus on promoting independence and well-being, Emerson Point strives to create a safe and nurturing environment for seniors to age gracefully.

    Overall, Emerson Point is a premier care home that provides high-quality services and compassionate care to seniors in need. With a dedicated staff, serene surroundings, and a focus on individualized care, residents can feel confident that they are receiving the support they deserve to lead fulfilling lives in their golden years.

    People often ask...

    Emerson Point offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $4,351 per month.

    Emerson Point offers independent living and assisted living.

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    The full address for this community is 1355 Shannon Dr, Iowa City, IA 52246.

    No, Emerson Point 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 number1998
    StatusClosed
    Facility typeAssisted Living Programs
    Capacity108 residents
    EffectiveSeptember 23rd, 2021
    ExpiresSeptember 23rd, 2023
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    Inspection Reports

    13

    Reports

    1

    Type A Citations

    0

    Type B Citations

    8

    Complaints

    22

    Years

    16 Aug 2022Complaint
    Investigated a complaint about transfer and discharge processes; found failures to follow transfer policy and to provide 30-day written notices to tenants.
    • Transfer/discharge notice not provided
    • Policy and procedure for transfers not followed
    21 Jul 2021Complaint
    Found no deficiencies. An infection control review and complaint investigations found no issues.
    24 Oct 2019Renewal
    Identified deficiencies in tenant service planning and in dwelling-unit safety features, requiring plan updates and installation changes.
    • 481-69.26(4)aService Plans
    • 481-69.26(231C)Service plans
    • 481-69.35(1)cStructural Requirements
    21 Feb 2019Complaint
    Found deficiencies in incident reporting and in updating tenant service plans based on evaluations.
    • IAC 481-67.2(231B,231C,231D); IAC 481-69.26(1)Program policies and procedures; incident reporting; service plan requirements
    • IAC 481-69.26(1)Service plans (evaluation and updates)
    31 Jan 2018Complaint
    Investigated the complaint and found no regulatory insufficiencies.
    11 Oct 2017Renewal
    Found no deficiencies cited during the recertification visit.
    20 Oct 2015Renewal
    Identified regulatory insufficiencies in service plan development and medication oversight during the recertification process.
    • 481-69.26(4)a; 69.26(4)Service Plans
    06 Aug 2013Renewal
    Found no deficiencies during the monitoring visit conducted August 5-6, 2013.
    14 Sept 2011Renewal
    Identified a regulatory insufficiency because the service plan was not individualized to reflect residents' identified needs and preferences.
    • Type AIAC 481-69.26(4)(a)Regulatory Insufficiency
    21 Mar 2011Complaint
    Investigated the complaint about occupancy agreement terms and dementia training; found no regulatory deficiencies.
    25 Jun 2008Complaint
    Determined that no regulatory insufficiencies were substantiated during the complaint investigation.
    05 Apr 2005Complaint
    Investigated a complaint about tenant transfer and service planning; found no deficiencies.
    03 Jun 2004Complaint
    Found that the occupancy agreement was not provided in full to the general public upon request, as required by law. Identified a regulatory insufficiency.
    • Iowa Code 231C.5(3); 321 IAC 25.22(6)Public access to occupancy agreement

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