United Presbyterian Home

    1203 E Washington St, Washington, IA 52353
    • Independent Living
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care
    • Skilled Nursing

    Cozy family-friendly community with amenities

    I live here and am generally very happy - beautiful, cozy facilities and a warm, family-friendly community. Staff are consistently kind, helpful and knowledgeable; activities (exercise, library, spa/pool) and good meals, especially Saturdays and family dining, keep things lively. Maintenance-free living and flexible housing (my one-bedroom fits me) make this a solid choice for retirees.

    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

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • 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
    • 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

    4.33·(42)

    Overall rating

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

      5.0
    • Staff

      4.5
    • Meals

      3.7
    • Amenities

      4.0
    • Value

      1.0

    Pros

    • Friendly, caring, and helpful staff
    • Knowledgeable and competent personnel
    • Wide range of activities (exercise, library, spa, pool)
    • Good dining and meals (including positive Saturday meal)
    • Small, cozy community atmosphere
    • Beautiful and well-maintained facilities
    • Maintenance-free living suitable for retirees
    • One-bedroom apartments that meet resident needs
    • Family-friendly events and holiday gatherings
    • Health-promoting environment and living options
    • Supportive in helping find people and resources
    • Pleasant atmosphere and positive resident mood

    Cons

    • Lack of family restrooms for changing/feeding infants
    • Challenges with feeding/changing infants on-site
    • Perceived lack of outreach or condolences from office
    • Perception that management/office focuses on money
    • Some negative impressions of staff/management interactions

    Summary of reviews

    Overall sentiment in the reviews is strongly positive, with the vast majority of comments praising the staff, care quality, and environment at United Presbyterian Home. Reviewers repeatedly describe staff as friendly, caring, helpful, knowledgeable, and competent. Multiple comments highlight excellent care for residents and a pleasant, happy atmosphere. The community is repeatedly called cozy and small, which appears to contribute to a warm, family-like environment where staff are known by residents and visitors. Several reviews specifically note the facility's suitability for retirees seeking maintenance-free living and single-bedroom apartments that meet daily needs.

    Facility amenities and activities are another consistent strength. Reviewers mention a wide range of activities — exercise programs, a library, spa services, and a pool — that support a health-promoting lifestyle. The grounds and buildings are described as beautiful and well-maintained, and the overall atmosphere is characterized as pleasant and inviting. Dining receives favorable remarks as well, with multiple notes that food is good and a specific mention of a positive Saturday meal. Family-friendly aspects such as holiday family gatherings and family dining are noted as meaningful features that support resident-family connections.

    Staff responsiveness and practical support also stand out. Reviewers cite staff who are helpful in finding people and answering questions, and maintenance and personnel are viewed positively. The combination of helpful staff, consistent activities, and attractive facilities creates an environment many reviewers call a great place to live or to visit friends and family.

    Despite the many positives, a few consistent concerns emerge that potential residents and families should consider. Practical family accommodations appear limited: reviewers point out a need for family restrooms and describe feeding or changing infants as challenging. These comments indicate the facility may not be ideally equipped for very young visitors or multigenerational stays involving infant care. More importantly for some reviewers, there are complaints about management and office outreach. A number of comments express disappointment that the office did not provide condolences or outreach after significant events, and there is a perception among some that the administration is focused on financial matters. These criticisms suggest occasional lapses in communication or in the perceived empathy/engagement of administrative staff.

    In summary, United Presbyterian Home receives strong endorsements for its caregiving staff, cozy community feel, well-kept facilities, and a solid program of activities and dining that support residents' quality of life. The most notable areas for improvement are family-oriented facilities (especially for infant care) and consistency in management communication and outreach. Most reviews lean very positive, but prospective residents and families who prioritize robust administrative engagement or frequent infant/young-child accommodations should follow up with the community to clarify policies and available amenities.

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    Medicare Ratings

    5·/ 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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    United Presbyterian Home is located at 1203 E Washington St, Washington, IA, 52353.

    About United Presbyterian Home

    United Presbyterian Home sits on a 35-acre campus and welcomes senior adults with a range of care needs, from independent living to skilled nursing and Alzheimer's care, and the place offers many types of homes like cottages, apartments, retirement rooms, and nearly 30 condominium-style apartments, and for those who need more help, there's a 59-bed skilled nursing facility with nursing care, diabetic support, incontinence care, continuous supervision, and even non-ambulatory care when that's needed, and the caregivers help with daily things like housekeeping, bathing, dressing, setting up medicine, and getting to appointments or outings, which takes a load off. People living here enjoy common spaces meant for social gatherings, fitness classes, movies, games, bible studies, potlucks, and all sorts of activities, so no one has to feel alone or bored, and there are support groups, wellness programs, plus a full schedule that changes, but always tries to meet individual interests.

    Everyone gets nutritious meals made with good ingredients, and there's a dining service, but also options for guest stays if family want to visit. Health and wellness take center stage at the Garrett Health & Wellness Center, which has a pool, fitness center, indoor walking track, and even a warm water therapy pool, and if someone needs therapy like speech, physical, or occupational therapy, that's available on campus with partners such as Aegis Therapies, along with home health services for those who are most comfortable getting care where they're living. The place supports seniors' ability to travel, volunteer, and engage with life beyond the gates, since it's close to hospitals, rehab centers, restaurants, and parks for when a change of scenery is welcome.

    The staff supports assisted living services, skilled nursing, dementia care, and also provides special programs and resources like an Affordable Housing Toolkit, dementia-friendly resources, the POAMN Older Adult Ministry Guide, and hosts things like the Gathering ecumenical conference and Fundraiser's Forum to connect the community and help families navigate senior living. Social, educational, and entertaining activities are planned with quality of life in mind, plus there's a member benefits program, member directory, and group purchasing program that add value and support. United Presbyterian Home is part of the Presbyterian Association of Homes and Services for the Aging, and has served adults since 1947 as a continuing care retirement community-really, it's set up to meet changing needs over the years, giving people choices that fit both now and in the future, and the environment aims to be warm and welcoming, without being too fancy, focusing on comfort, connection, and making everyday life easier for residents and the families who care about them.

    People often ask...

    United Presbyterian Home offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, continuing care retirement community, and skilled nursing.

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    Yes, United Presbyterian Home allows residents to age in place and adjust their level of care as needed.

    The full address for this community is 1203 E Washington St, Washington, IA 52353.

    No, United Presbyterian Home 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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