Iowa Jewish Senior Life Center
Nursing Home Facility
900 Polk Boulevard, Des Moines, IA 50312
Iowa Jewish Senior Life Center is a senior care community located in Des Moines, IA. It provides nursing home care and senior living for older adults in the Des Moines area. To learn more or schedule a tour, call (515) 255-5433.
With 46 beds, Iowa Jewish Senior Life Center is smaller than most nearby options, senior care communities in Des Moines average about 70 beds. Smaller communities often mean more consistent day-to-day staffing and a calmer environment, while larger ones may have more specialized services on site. Which suits a particular person depends on the level of care needed.
Federal reporting puts occupancy at about 86% of its licensed beds.
Medicare rates this community 2 out of 5 stars overall, a score based on health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. The individual scores differ noticeably: 1 star for staffing against 3 stars for health inspections, so it is worth reading both before deciding. Its most recent standard health inspection was in April 2026 and recorded 5 deficiencies.
The community is located in Polk County, IA.
Iowa Jewish Senior Life Center offers nursing home care and senior living.
Facility details
- Organization type Non profit - Corporation
- Beds / units 46
- Religious affiliation Jewish
- Occupancy 86%
- Annual staff turnover 53%
- Last health inspection April 2026