Ellen Kennedy Living Center
Families consistently rate this highly — reviewers highlight kind and attentive staff. Schedule a visit to confirm the fit.
based on 12 Google reviews
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What this means for your family
This facility is highly regarded for its warm, attentive staff and active social environment, making it a strong candidate for those seeking a supportive community. Families should feel confident in the staff's ability to provide personalized care, as multiple reviewers noted the team's willingness to adapt to changing needs.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
12 reviews on Google“The Ellen Kennedy Living Center receives high praise for its compassionate, attentive staff who build strong personal relationships with residents and their families. Reviewers frequently highlight the facility's clean environment, engaging activities, and the staff's ability to adapt care as resident needs change.”
Quality Themes
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- Kind and attentive staff
- Clean and well-maintained facility
- Engaging activities and entertainment
- Personalized care and attention
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 12 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
This facility actively engages with reviewer feedback.
Questions for Your Tour
- 1I noticed your team is very active in responding to online feedback; how do you incorporate that family input into the daily care plans for residents?
- 2With your capacity of 64 residents, how do you ensure that the 'personalized attention' mentioned by families remains consistent for everyone?
- 3Since you have a strong reputation for engaging activities, what is a favorite event or tradition that residents here particularly look forward to?
- 4I see the facility is very well-maintained; what is your process for ensuring that the environment stays comfortable and clean for residents as their needs change?
- 5Given the three recent state findings, could you walk us through the steps you’ve taken to address those areas and improve your processes?
- 6In the event of a medical emergency, what is your protocol for alerting family members and coordinating with local medical services?
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Key Review Excerpts
“The staff here is so kind! My mother got awesome care for years! She felt like she lived in a palace!”
“The staff is caring, respectful and fun! They got to know her on a personal level, often stopping to play cards with her when they came to give her the nighttime meds.”
“Ellen Kennedy staff goes the extra mile to get to know their residents and their families. The staff always went above and beyond to make our dad feel safe and comfortable, even adjusting care when his needs changed.”
State Inspection History
State Inspections
Source: Iowa Dept. of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing
Jun 26, 2025InspectionClean
Fed violations: 0, State violations: 0
Nov 9, 2022InspectionClean
Fed violations: 0, State violations: 0
Sep 24, 2018InspectionClean
Fed violations: 0, State violations: 0
Sep 26, 2016InspectionClean
Fed violations: 0, State violations: 3
Sep 2, 2015ComplaintClean
Fed violations: 0, State violations: 0
Mar 4, 2015ComplaintClean
Fed violations: 0, State violations: 0
Jan 20, 2015OtherClean
Fed violations: 0, State violations: 0
Sep 25, 2014InspectionClean
Fed violations: 0, State violations: 0
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