See every facility — official ratings, family reviews, no referral fees.
Memory CareMemory Care

Lakeside Village

Families consistently rate this highly — reviewers highlight warm, compassionate, and attentive staff. Schedule a visit to confirm the fit.

2067 Highway 4, Panora, IA 50216128 bedsLicensed & Active
Google rating
4.3/5

based on 22 Google reviews

5
4
3
2
1
Lakeside Village Memory Care in Panora, IA — Street View
Street View

Watch Lakeside Village

Get an email when new inspections, ratings, or penalties are published for this facility.

We’ll only email you about this — no spam, unsubscribe anytime.

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

Tap a score for details
Food9.0Staff9.0Clean10.0Activities9.0MedsN/AMemory9.0Comms6.0Value4.0

Strengths

  • 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

Tap a year to see what changed

2341.52022(2)4.22023(5)5.02024(1)5.02025(15)3.02026(2)

Distribution · 25 analyzed

5
21
4
0
3
0
2
1
1
3

How They Respond to Reviews

96%response rate

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?

Personalized based on this facility's data


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.

Memory care family member · 2026★★★★★

I love that it feels like an elevated senior place instead of a depressing nursing institution. Everyone smiles and is kind everywhere you go.

Long-term resident's family · 2025★★★★★

Each staff knows all the residents name and treats them all with dignity and respect.

Long-term resident's family · 2025★★★★★
Source: 22 Google reviews

State Inspection History

State Inspections

Source: Iowa Dept. of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing

10total
6deficiencies
Jan 21, 2026Other
Clean

Fed violations: 0, State violations: 0

Sep 8, 2025Other
Clean

Fed violations: 0, State violations: 1

Oct 31, 2024Inspection
Clean

Fed violations: 0, State violations: 1

Jan 3, 2024Complaint
Clean

Fed violations: 0, State violations: 1

Apr 5, 2023Complaint
Clean

Fed violations: 0, State violations: 1

Jun 1, 2022Inspection
Clean

Fed violations: 0, State violations: 1

Oct 14, 2021Complaint
Clean

Fed violations: 0, State violations: 0

Jan 7, 2021Complaint
Clean

Fed violations: 0, State violations: 0

Contact

References & Resources

EveryPlace is a research directory. Facility information is compiled from public sources — Medicare.gov, state licensing portals, Google Places, and publicly available street-level imagery. Listings do not constitute endorsement, recommendation, or advertisement, and we do not accept payment for placement. Families should verify all details directly with the facility and the original sources linked above before making any care decisions. See our Research Policy for our editorial standards, correction process, and image-removal policy.

Nearby Alternatives

Call