Senior Living in Howard, Iowa

Welcome to Colonial Manor of Elma! The town of Elma is nestled in the southwest corner of Howard County, Iowa. Many events occur throughout the year including Old Roundhouse Trail Days celebration in July, the Christmas Tree lighting in November, the Halloween Fireman's Dance, Memorial Day parade, summer ball games, golf and bowling tournaments, and social and vendor events.Quality of life for our residents is a prime goal for us at Colonial Manor of Elma. And so is peace of mind for their families and friends. Our excellence has been reflected with various citations. In 2012, we were awarded the Governor's Award for Quality Care. In 2015, we became an ABCM Person Directed Care certified home after meeting 90 benchmarks set forth by the Corporation. For several years we have been a CMS 5-star rated home, and those findings can be read at www.medicare.gov. This site provides rankings for all care centers to compare. Colonial Manor of Elma is home-like with its décor and friendliness of staff, volunteers, and visitors. Residents are allowed to make choices in a wide range of matters including food and meal times, activities, and when to get up and go to bed- just like they would in their own home- following our Person Directed Care philosophy. 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