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Homestead of Mason City

Homestead of Mason City is an assisted living community in Mason City, IA.

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  • Interior

    A cozy living room featuring a grand piano and bookshelves.

  • Decor

    A cozy bedroom with a single bed, wooden furniture, and a window providing natural light.

  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with a library and fireplace, featuring comfortable seating and bookshelves.

  • Building

    A stone facade building with a front porch and landscaped entrance.

  • Architecture

    A beautiful courtyard surrounded by trees with a central pathway leading to a building.

  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with a single bed, dresser, and window.

  • Trees

    A tranquil garden setting with outdoor seating and lush greenery.

  • Windows

    A cozy room with a chandelier, seating area, and a table covered with a blue cloth.

  • Dining

    Empty dining area in a restaurant with neatly arranged tables and chairs.

  • Landscaping

    A tranquil garden patio area with chairs and lush greenery.

  • Garden

    A tranquil garden patio with seating under leafy trees.

  • Entrance

    A stone building entrance decorated with fall flowers and pumpkins.

  • Seating Area

    A cozy lounge area with a chandelier, table, and chairs.

  • Fireplace

    A cozy living room with a fireplace, surrounded by bookshelves and comfortable seating.

2501 W State St, Mason City, IA 50401

To contact a resident: (641) 423-4809

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.5 from 35 reviews
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Homestead of Mason City Costs & Pricing

Homestead of Mason City offers a studio accommodation at a monthly rate of $4,785, which is notably higher than both the average costs in Worth County ($3,533) and the broader state average for Iowa ($3,613). This pricing reflects not only the quality of care and services provided but also the amenities and support tailored to residents' needs. While the cost may be above local averages, many families find value in the specialized environment that Homestead provides, ensuring comfort and a high standard of living for its residents.

Floor plansHomestead of Mason CityWorth CountyIowa
Studio$4,785$3,533$3,609

Overall Review of Homestead of Mason City

differentiator 4 reviews mention this

Care support feels available

Residents describe both consistent care support and moments when staffing fell short.

Some residents and families describe reliable hands-on support, including care support that they understood to be available around the clock. Others express serious concerns after needing an ambulance for a family member, saying staff seemed unable to handle emergencies. Even in mixed feedback, multiple mentions point to nurses checking in and providing supportive care.

common 21 reviews mention this

Staff are attentive and caring

Staff and directors are frequently described as attentive, professional, and genuinely invested in residents.

Across many reviews, residents and families describe staff as thoughtful, attentive, and responsive, often saying questions were answered and concerns were handled. Several reviewers also highlight nurses as caring and considerate, and describe encouragement from staff during day-to-day transitions. A single negative review disputes the quality of help available, but the broader pattern of feedback centers on staff who treat residents well and act like family.

common 6 reviews mention this

Dining is a frequent focus

Dining stands out, with reviews pointing to good meals alongside a complaint about blandness.

Dining is mentioned repeatedly, including praise for dining that residents and families describe as high quality and something the community provides. Some families note their loved one enjoys eating in the dining room and socializing there. One reviewer mentions the food can be too bland, while explaining their family member needs it that way, and another describes the menu as looking good.

  • Empty restaurant dining area with neatly arranged tables and chairs.
  • Empty dining area in a restaurant with neatly arranged tables and chairs.
  • An empty restaurant dining area with neatly arranged tables and chairs.
common 9 reviews mention this

Activities keep residents engaged

Many residents stay busy with scheduled activities and social events.

Residents and families describe daily activities and ongoing opportunities to stay engaged, including group events and entertainment. Several reviews specifically call out how busy residents can be, with mentions of events like bingo and music. Not every review is fully positive: one person says they would like to see more activity, while still understanding limitations tied to staffing and a smaller community size.

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Leadership feedback is mixed

Some feedback about leadership and communication is inconsistent.

One reviewer praises a director for truly caring and being a strong support for both residents and staff. Another reviewer is much less satisfied, stating that the director is not the answer. Elsewhere, families also describe responsiveness from other leaders, which may help explain why the tone varies across reviews.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.

Features

Housing

  • 70 resident community capacity 70 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Respite Care Respite Care

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Garden view Garden view
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • High acuity care High acuity care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Anytime dining Anytime dining
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Gluten-free Gluten-free
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Special dining programs Special dining programs
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Art classes Art classes
  • Bible study group Bible study group
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Karaoke Karaoke
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest
  • Wine tasting Wine tasting

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Mason City, Iowa offers a variety of amenities suitable for senior living. With several restaurants nearby such as Asian City Buffet, The Boulder Tap House, and Papa's American Cafe, residents have easy access to dining options. For medical needs, there are several physicians' offices including All About Eyes and North Iowa Eye Clinic within close proximity. In terms of healthcare facilities, MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center West and Mercy Family Healthline are easily accessible. Additionally, pharmacies like CVS Pharmacy and Walgreens are conveniently located for medication needs. Places of worship such as Harvestime Church and Holy Family Catholic Church provide opportunities for spiritual growth. Parks like Parkers Woods offer recreational activities and green spaces for leisurely walks. The presence of cinemas like Cinema West provides entertainment options for residents. Transportation services like Budget Truck Rental and K C Cab ensure easy mobility around the area. Overall, this part of Mason City provides a range of amenities that cater to the needs and preferences of seniors considering this area for their retirement living.

Restaurants

  • Asian City Buffet (0.2 miles)
  • The Boulder Tap House (0.2 miles)
  • Taco Tico (0.3 miles)
  • Burger King (0.3 miles)
  • Willow Run Lounge (0.3 miles)
  • China Buffet (0.4 miles)
  • Papa's American Cafe (0.4 miles)

Physicians

  • All About Eyes - Mason City (0.3 miles)
  • North Iowa Eye Clinic (0.5 miles)
  • Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center (0.7 miles)
  • Radiologists Of North Iowa (0.9 miles)
  • North Iowa Anesthesia Associates PC (0.9 miles)
  • Mason City Clinic Imaging Service (0.9 miles)
  • Mercy Vascular Center (1.1 miles)

Hospitals

  • Anchor Family Health Center (0.4 miles)
  • Mercy Family Healthline (1.1 miles)
  • MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center West (1.3 miles)
  • North Iowa Mercy Health Center - West Campus (1.3 miles)
  • Mercy Family Care Center (3.4 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (0.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (0.9 miles)
  • Suzie-Q Cafe (1.9 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.8 miles)
  • Walgreens (0.9 miles)
  • Mercy Family Pharmacies (1.1 miles)
  • MercyOne Westside Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
  • Mercy Family Pharmacy-Westside (1.4 miles)
  • Houck Pharmacy (1.5 miles)
  • HyVee Wine and Spirits (1.5 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Harvestime Church (1.3 miles)
  • Adas Israel Synagogue (1.7 miles)
  • Harvest Bible Chapel at CEC Theaters (1.8 miles)
  • Holy Family Catholic Church (1.8 miles)
  • First Baptist Church (2 miles)
  • Fifth Street Church of Christ (2.1 miles)
  • New Life Tabernacle (2.2 miles)

Parks

  • Parkers Woods (1.3 miles)
  • Mason City Dog Park (2.3 miles)
  • East Park Mason City Ia (2.8 miles)
  • Prairie Playground (2.8 miles)

Theaters

  • Cinema West (1.7 miles)
  • Cinema West (1.7 miles)

Transportation

  • Budget Truck Rental (2 miles)
  • K C Cab (2.4 miles)
  • Auto Rentals of North Iowa (3 miles)
  • U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (3.4 miles)

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