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Gardens @ Cherokee

Families consistently rate this highly — reviewers highlight wide variety of meal choices. Schedule a visit to confirm the fit.

1610 Highway 3, Cherokee, IA 5101268 bedsLicensed & Active
Google rating
4.0/5

based on 8 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

This facility is excellent for residents who enjoy a robust activity schedule and diverse dining options. However, families should investigate the facility's current culture and management oversight to ensure the unprofessionalism reported by previous visitors has been addressed.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

8 reviews on Google
Families can expect a highly engaging environment with a wide variety of activities and excellent meal options that cater to picky eaters. While many reviewers praise the staff as being like family, there is a specific, serious concern regarding unprofessional behavior and gossiping by certain staff members.

Quality Themes

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Food10.0Staff7.0CleanN/AActivities10.0MedsN/AMemoryN/AComms10.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Wide variety of meal choices
  • Engaging resident activities
  • Kind and patient staff
  • Personalized room decorating

Concerns

  • Unprofessional behavior and gossiping by specific staff members

Rating Trends

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How They Respond to Reviews

13%response rate

This facility rarely responds to reviews.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1We love hearing that residents can personalize their rooms; how much flexibility is there for us to bring in our own furniture and decor to make it feel like home?
  • 2The variety of meal choices sounds wonderful—could you tell us more about how the menu is planned and if there are options for specific dietary needs?
  • 3What kind of daily activities or social outings are available to keep the residents engaged and connected with one another?
  • 4How does the staff maintain a professional and supportive environment, especially during shift changes or busy periods?
  • 5In the event of a medical emergency during the night, what is the specific protocol for getting care to a resident?
  • 6Since the community is a cozy size of 68 residents, how do you ensure that every person receives personalized attention from the care team?

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Key Review Excerpts

They plan so many wonderful activities for the residents - and their menus are AWESOME! They have a special of the day but always have a static menu to choose from - so even picky eaters have something.

Grandchild of a resident · 2026★★★★★

Exceptional care, administrative talent & joyful, kind hearted employees. The residents are appreciative & happy.

Reviewer · 2026★★★★★

Staff was amazing and became like family.

Family of former residents · 2026★★★★★
Source: 8 Google reviews

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