Scenic Living Communities

    1409 N Fremont St, Iowa Falls, IA 50126
    • Assisted Living
    • Skilled Nursing
    4.9ยท9 reviews

    Compassionate skilled care, homey environment

    I stayed here after an ankle fracture and received attentive, compassionate care - skilled nursing and a well-equipped PT team got me in a boot and ready to go home this weekend. Staff from administration to housekeepers were warm, prompt in communication, and kept my family informed and reassured. My apartment was homey and remarkably clean with outdoor green space, breakfasts/coffee, activities, and friendly neighbors. Overall a very positive, well-run place and a great partner for post-acute and long-term care.

    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

    4.89ยท(9)

    Overall rating

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

      5.0
    • Staff

      5.0
    • Meals

      3.0
    • Amenities

      4.7
    • Value

      4.9

    Pros

    • exceptional cleanliness
    • well-maintained facilities
    • homey, comfortable apartments
    • outdoor access to green space from every apartment
    • courtyards and spacious side yards
    • friendly, warm, and welcoming staff
    • knowledgeable and experienced care team
    • prompt, attentive communication with families
    • compassionate and supportive caregiving
    • effective skilled nursing and physical therapy
    • successful rehabilitation outcomes (e.g., discharged home)
    • complimentary amenities (freebies, coffee, breakfast)
    • engaging activities and social opportunities
    • collaborative and responsive administration and maintenance

    Summary of reviews

    Overall sentiment: The reviews present an overwhelmingly positive view of Scenic Living Communities. Multiple reviewers emphasize a high standard of cleanliness and upkeep, a homelike apartment environment, plentiful outdoor and green spaces, and consistently warm, competent staff. There are no recurring negative themes in the provided summaries; instead the dominant pattern is praise for both the physical environment and the quality of interpersonal care.

    Facilities and environment: Reviewers repeatedly note that the community is remarkably clean and well taken care of. Apartments are described as comfortable and homey, with the notable advantage that every apartment has outdoor access to green space. Shared outdoor amenities such as courtyards and spacious side yards are highlighted, which suggests a campus-like layout that encourages time outdoors and easy access to nature. The combination of interior upkeep and exterior landscaping appears to be a strong selling point and repeatedly contributes to residents' enjoyment and satisfaction.

    Staff, culture, and communication: Staff behavior and culture are among the most frequently praised aspects. Descriptions include warm, welcoming, pleasant, and super-friendly staff across multiple roles โ€” from administrators and maintenance workers to housekeepers and clinical staff. Reviewers note staff kindness, compassion, and genuine care, along with responsiveness and prompt communication. Family-facing communication is specifically called out as informative and supportive, with updates to family members and collaborative interactions that convey trust and transparency.

    Clinical care and outcomes: The facility's clinical services receive positive mentions, especially skilled nursing and physical therapy. One review cites successful post-injury rehabilitation (ankle fracture care, use of a boot, and timely discharge home), implying effective clinical protocols and attentive follow-through. Staff expertise in long-term care and the presence of well-equipped facilities support these positive clinical outcomes. Reviewers frame the clinical team as knowledgeable and capable, providing confidence that medical and rehabilitative needs are competently managed.

    Amenities, activities, and daily life: Residents appreciate practical conveniences that reduce the burdens of living alone, such as included upkeep (less concern about home maintenance), complimentary items (freebies), breakfast offerings, and available coffee. Activities are mentioned as enjoyable and contribute to a pleasant stay, and reviewers note friendly neighbors โ€” indicating positive social dynamics. Together, these amenities and social programs contribute to a supportive, community-oriented atmosphere.

    Management and operational strengths: Multiple reviews highlight collaborative and responsive leadership โ€” administrators working well with maintenance and care staff. The facility is described as well-equipped, and staff are characterized as accommodating residents' needs and demonstrating expertise in long-term care. These references point to strong operational systems and an organizational culture focused on resident-centered responsiveness.

    Notable patterns and gaps: The most notable pattern is consistent praise across environment, staff, clinical care, and daily-life amenities, with explicit examples of successful rehab and clear family communication. The provided summaries do not include criticisms or suggestions for improvement, so no consistent concerns can be identified from this dataset. Because reviews are uniformly positive, further information (for example on costs, wait times, food variety beyond breakfast, or privacy considerations) was not provided and therefore cannot be assessed from these summaries.

    Conclusion: Based on these review summaries, Scenic Living Communities excels in cleanliness, pleasant living spaces with direct outdoor access, compassionate and knowledgeable staff, effective clinical and rehabilitative care, and resident-focused amenities and communication. The reviews depict a supportive, well-run community that meets both daily-living and clinical needs, with clear strengths in staff responsiveness and facility upkeep.

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    Medicare Ratings

    4ยท/ 5
    • Overall

    • Health Inspection

    • Staffing

    • Quality Measures

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

    Location

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    Scenic Living Communities is located at 1409 N Fremont St, Iowa Falls, IA, 50126.

    About Scenic Living Communities

    Scenic Living Communities has provided senior living since 1975 with a focus on high-quality care and many choices that fit different needs, so you'll find everything from 55+ communities and retirement communities to care homes and nursing homes, and right at 1409 N Fremont St in Iowa Falls you'll run across Scenic Manor, which is part of the larger Scenic Living Communities network that's known by names like Scenic Manor and offers services all through the week, even keeping office hours on Saturday until 5:00 PM and having 24/7 access for care, so if you need independent living, assisted living, memory care, short-term rehab, or long-term care, you'll find specialized care plans for each person and staff who focus on keeping everyone comfortable and safe. Residents can choose from townhomes, assisted living apartments, and skilled nursing rooms, all with maintenance-free living and modern touches like cable TV, internet, telephone, and spacious layouts that help seniors feel at home. Community spaces have enclosed courtyards for outdoor time and there are scheduled activities like bingo, card games, exercise classes, and social dining every day, and if you need help getting around, there's complimentary transportation to local medical visits. Short-term rehab focuses on helping people regain strength and independence after illness or surgery, memory care teams make sure those with cognitive needs are safe and well looked after, and the care goes around the clock with skilled nursing staff who treat everyone with respect. Tours are available so visitors can meet staff and residents and see how everything works together to create a place where daily living is easier and more enjoyable for older adults who want comfort, safety, and a bit of independence.

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