Lakeside Village
Families consistently rate this highly — reviewers highlight warm, compassionate, and attentive staff. Schedule a visit to confirm the fit.
based on 22 Google reviews

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What this means for your family
Lakeside Village offers a warm, home-like environment with a highly praised staff, making it an excellent choice for those prioritizing resident engagement and a clean facility. However, families should carefully review the contract regarding move-out policies and billing after a resident's passing to ensure there are no surprises regarding final charges.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
22 reviews on Google“Lakeside Village is frequently praised for its stunning location, clean and home-like environment, and a staff that is described as kind and attentive. Families appreciate the engaging activities and the facility's ability to help residents feel like they are part of a supportive community. While most feedback is highly positive, some past concerns have been raised regarding management practices, communication, and billing policies following a resident's passing.”
Quality Themes
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- Warm, compassionate, and attentive staff
- Clean, well-maintained, and home-like facility
- Engaging activities and social opportunities
- Beautiful location with scenic views
Concerns
- Management and administrative communication issues (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
- Billing policies regarding charges after a resident's death (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 25 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
This facility actively engages with reviewer feedback.
Questions for Your Tour
- 1I noticed your team is very responsive to online feedback; how do you ensure that same level of open communication when it comes to family updates and administrative questions?
- 2Given the beautiful lakeside location, what are some of the specific outdoor activities or scenic opportunities residents get to enjoy on a daily basis?
- 3Could you walk me through your billing process and policies regarding move-out procedures, so we have a clear understanding of what to expect down the road?
- 4With 128 residents, how do you balance the need for a home-like, intimate environment with the operational demands of a larger facility?
- 5I see you have a strong focus on social engagement; how do you tailor your activity calendar to accommodate the different stages of memory loss for your residents?
- 6In light of recent state inspections, what specific steps or improvements has the leadership team implemented to ensure the highest standard of care and compliance?
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Key Review Excerpts
“The staff is capable. They know what they are doing. Many have years of experience. Happy to answer questions and explain what they are doing and why.”
“I love that it feels like an elevated senior place instead of a depressing nursing institution. Everyone smiles and is kind everywhere you go.”
“Each staff knows all the residents name and treats them all with dignity and respect.”
State Inspection History
State Inspections
Source: Iowa Dept. of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing
Jan 21, 2026OtherClean
Fed violations: 0, State violations: 0
Sep 8, 2025OtherClean
Fed violations: 0, State violations: 1
Oct 31, 2024InspectionClean
Fed violations: 0, State violations: 1
Jan 3, 2024ComplaintClean
Fed violations: 0, State violations: 1
Apr 5, 2023ComplaintClean
Fed violations: 0, State violations: 1
Jun 1, 2022InspectionClean
Fed violations: 0, State violations: 1
Oct 14, 2021ComplaintClean
Fed violations: 0, State violations: 0
Jan 7, 2021ComplaintClean
Fed violations: 0, State violations: 0
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