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Northridge Village
Scout 93Ames, IA · 38 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)● Very limited availability
One of Ames's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $8,590–$10,750/mo
View full evaluation →Skilled Nursing in Ames, IA
24-hour licensed nursing care and rehabilitation — the highest level of medical care outside a hospital. Federally inspected and rated.
Typical cost in Ames
$8,590–$10,750/mo
median $9,410/mo
Communities listed
11
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Story Medical Senior Care
Scout 93Nevada, IA · 60 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
One of Nevada's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $8,590–$10,750/mo
View full evaluation →3
Green Hills Health Care Center
Scout 90Ames, IA · 56 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Moderate availability
One of Ames's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $8,590–$10,750/mo
View full evaluation →4
Accura Healthcare of Ames, LLC
Scout 79Ames, IA · 75 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Ames.
Est. $8,590–$10,750/mo
View full evaluation →5
Accura Healthcare of Ogden, LLC
Scout 78Ogden, IA · 46 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Ogden.
Est. $8,590–$10,750/mo
View full evaluation →6
Eastern Star Masonic Home
Scout 68Boone, IA · 76 beds
3.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)● Very limited availability
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Boone.
Est. $8,590–$10,750/mo
View full evaluation →7
Westhaven Community
Scout 68Boone, IA · 100 beds
3.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Usually has openings
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Boone.
Est. $8,590–$10,750/mo
View full evaluation →8
Nevada, IA · 58 beds
3.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Nevada.
Est. $8,590–$10,750/mo
View full evaluation →9
Zearing Health Care, LLC
Scout 56Zearing, IA · 40 beds
3.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Zearing.
Est. $8,590–$10,750/mo
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Madrid Home for the Aged
Scout 55Madrid, IA · 64 beds
3.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)● Fills quickly
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Madrid.
Est. $8,590–$10,750/mo
View full evaluation →11
Bethany Life
Scout 39Story City, IA · 126 beds
1.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)● Fills quickly
A low federal rating — review the details closely.
Est. $8,590–$10,750/mo
View full evaluation →Skilled Nursing in Ames: common questions
How much does skilled nursing cost in Ames?
Skilled Nursing in the Ames, IA area typically costs $8,590–$10,750 per month, with a local median of about $9,410 (published survey medians adjusted for Ames prices). Exact rates vary by community, residence type, and care needs.
What are the best skilled nursing communities in Ames?
Ranked by objective federal data (star ratings, staffing, inspections), the top-rated skilled nursing communities in Ames right now are Northridge Village, Story Medical Senior Care, Green Hills Health Care Center. The full ranked list — 11 communities — is on this page, with each community's inspection record and pricing.
How do I choose skilled nursing in Ames?
Compare objective data first (ratings, staffing, inspection history — all free on Haven), confirm all-in monthly pricing, then tour your top 2–3. A free Haven advisor who knows the Ames market can confirm current availability and pricing.