Assisted Living

Summit House Assisted Living

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

600 1st Street Nw, Britt, IA 50423|90 beds|Licensed & Active

Google rating

4.3/5

based on 16 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

Summit House is widely praised for its compassionate staff and vibrant social environment, making it a strong candidate for those prioritizing resident happiness. However, given the recent, albeit vague, feedback regarding management, we recommend scheduling a tour to meet the current administrative team and asking specific questions about their leadership approach.

Google Reviews

16 reviews on Google

“Summit House Assisted Living is highly regarded by families for its warm, attentive staff and the strong sense of community they foster. Residents and their families frequently praise the facility for its caring environment and active social life, though recent reviews have raised vague concerns regarding management.”

Quality Themes

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Strengths

Warm, attentive, and respectful staff
Strong sense of community and family atmosphere
Active social calendar and engagement
Responsive and easy-to-work-with administration

Concerns

Management oversight issues (mentioned by 2 reviewers)

Rating Trends

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Distribution · 32 analyzed

⚡24 reviews posted between Jan 29, 2024 – Jan 31, 2024 · 24 were 5-star

How They Respond to Reviews

0%response rate

Questions for Your Tour

1With the active social calendar mentioned by residents, what are some of the most popular community events or outings coming up this month?
2How does the leadership team ensure consistent oversight and communication across all shifts to maintain the high standard of care your staff is known for?
3Given the recent state citations, could you walk us through the steps you have taken to address those specific areas and prevent future occurrences?
4How do you facilitate regular check-ins between the administration and family members to ensure we stay informed about our loved one's well-being?
5Since your team is noted for being so attentive, how do you handle medical needs or emergencies during the overnight hours to ensure residents feel secure?
6What opportunities are there for families to get involved in the community life here at Summit House?

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Key Review Excerpts

“The staff is attentive and friendly, and there are many social outlets and activities that she takes advantage of. She enjoys the community she experiences, and speaks very positively of her home, neighbors, and those who work there.”

Grandchild of resident · 2024★★★★★

“The staff took very good care of her and were kind and respectful. As a family, we were thankful for the Summit House and her time there.”

Child of former resident · 2024★★★★★

“My parents lived at Summit House and they loved it there!! I was very happy having them there because the staff and administrators were amazing to work with and I knew my parents were in good hands.”

Child of former residents · 2024★★★★★

Source: 16 Google reviews

State Inspection History

State Inspections

Source: Iowa Dept. of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing

7total

3deficiencies

Oct 16, 2025InspectionNo deficiencies

Clean