The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Guthrie County, IA for 2025

My mother is in Eden Acres in Perry. She likes it there, but she's too independent, too cognizant, too outgoing to feel tied up. She was there with my dad and my dad passed. She was in assisted living with my father and then he went to long term care...

My parents have moved into Thomas Rest Haven & Park View Assisted Living. My mom is in Assisted Living, and my dad is in Skilled Care. It gives you that strong sense of family and community. The people there are very kind and attentive to their needs...

Welcome to Caring Acres! Here at Caring Acres Nursing & Rehab Center, we strive to meet our resident’s at the point of their needs. Our dedicated and award winning team at Caring Acres is available to assist you in the decision making process. We invite and encourage you and your loved one to set up a tour and meet our care team about your individual needs. We offer accommodations for living with our 4 living room sizes. Our new studio is perfect for someone looking for space. With just over 250 sqft it is the largest room available and features its own love seat, chair, end tables, and television. Our Large Suite is very spacious and can be arranged for an apartment setting. Our regular private rooms are very quaint and cozy. Our Semi-private rooms offer ample room for two people. Whatever your choice of living arrangement, Caring Acres offers quality healthcare in a safe and loving environment at very competitive prices. Private Rates starting as low as $165/day. Caring Acres also accepts Medicare and Medicaid through all of the Managed Care Organizations (MCO). Caring Acres Nursing and Rehab Center is a licensed, skilled nursing facility offering professional caring staff, satisfying homemade meals, spacious rooms and all the amenities needed for a comfortable living experience. For resident who are no longer able to stay at home, Caring Acres Nursing and Rehab Center is the next best place to be. The attention given to our residents by licenses practical and registered nursed ensures our residents are well cared for and are offered as much attention as they would expect from their own family. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Iowa Department of Inspections and Appeals Health Facility Database

The Gardens of Jefferson is located in a residential neighborhood of Jefferson, IA, just over one hour's drive from Des Moines International Airport. This small town along the North Raccoon River features a historic district and many shopping and dining opportunities. Residents and their visitors can explore many attractions in the local area, including the Thomas Jefferson Memorial Gardens and Deal's Orchard. The Gardens of Jefferson is an assisted living community offering 38 apartments of varying floor plans for seniors to choose from. Residents are encouraged to live an independent lifestyle while having access to 24-hour assistance. The facility provides four levels of care plans for those who require additional nursing care, such as medication management, lab draws or bathing. Residents can participate in an array of life enrichment activities, such as bingo nights, pampering sessions and live music events. The Gardens of Jefferson hosts a weekly coffee and donut morning where seniors can socialize with their neighbors. The community is surrounded by mature trees and residents can relax on the front patio or enjoy gardening in the courtyard. Complimentary transportation is provided for seniors to attend community-sponsored activities.To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Iowa Department of Inspections and Appeals Health Facility Database