Des Moines, IA · Assisted Living Program
Assisted Living Inspection Lookup in Des Moines, IA
Verify license status and inspection records for 38 nearby communities before you tour. Regulated by Iowa Department of Inspections and Appeals.
How to search in Des Moines
- On the Iowa portal, search "Des Moines" or ZIP 50309
- The Des Moines metro has approximately 38 licensed communities — compare at least 3
- Filter or search near Beaverdale if proximity to family matters
- Filter or search near Waveland Park if proximity to family matters
- Filter or search near West Des Moines if proximity to family matters
- Search Iowa health facilities database
- Review annual survey citations
What to ask on a tour in Iowa
Iowa inspectors frequently cite violations related to:
- Medication administration errors
- Infection control failures
- Resident rights issues
Popular areas to search near
- Beaverdale
- Waveland Park
- West Des Moines
- Urbandale
- Ankeny
- • Immediate jeopardy
- • Pattern of resident injuries
- • High staff turnover during tour
FAQs — Des Moines
How do I look up assisted living inspections in Des Moines, IA?▾
Use the Iowa Department of Inspections and Appeals official portal (https://dia.iowa.gov/health-facilities). Search by "Des Moines" or ZIP code 50309, then review survey citations, complaint investigations, and current license status for each community you're considering.
How many assisted living facilities are in Des Moines?▾
The Des Moines metro area has approximately 38 licensed Assisted Living Program communities. Always verify the specific facility's license and latest survey.
What should I ask on a tour in Iowa?▾
Ask about recent survey citations related to: Medication administration errors; Infection control failures; Resident rights issues. Request the most recent inspection report and ask how each citation was resolved.
What are red flags when touring Des Moines communities?▾
Watch for: Immediate jeopardy; Pattern of resident injuries; High staff turnover during tour. If a community refuses to share survey results, treat that as a serious warning sign.
Does Medicaid pay for assisted living in Des Moines?▾
Some IA Medicaid waiver programs may cover care services (not always room and board) in participating facilities. Use our free Iowa Medicaid checker for a preliminary screening.
Where can I browse Des Moines communities with safety data?▾
Use the Iowa Department of Inspections and Appeals lookup to verify each community individually before touring.
Iowa Medicaid Checker — Des Moines
Free screening for waiver programs
Nursing Home Ratings — Des Moines
CMS star ratings for skilled nursing
Assisted Living in Des Moines
Costs, FAQs, and free matching
Sources & methodology
Cost estimates, demographics, and safety data are compiled from government sources. Verify current figures with official portals before making care decisions.