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3.8 from 43 reviews
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Windmill Manor Costs & Pricing
Windmill Manor offers competitive pricing for its accommodations compared to both Johnson County and the broader state of Iowa. For a studio, residents at Windmill Manor pay $2,370 monthly, which is significantly lower than the county average of $2,838 and the state average of $3,613. Similarly, their one-bedroom units are priced at $2,375, again undercutting Johnson County's rate of $2,698 and providing a slight advantage over Iowa's state rate of $2,862. Even in the two-bedroom category, Windmill Manor remains competitive at $2,915 while Johnson County's price is slightly lower at $2,600; however, it still offers better value compared to the state average of $3,329. Overall, Windmill Manor stands out as an affordable choice for residents seeking quality living spaces in a desirable location.
Floor plans
Windmill Manor
Johnson County
Iowa
Studio
$2,370
$2,838
$3,609
1 Bedroom
$2,375
$2,698
$2,863
2 Bedrooms
$2,915
$2,600
$3,329
Overall Review of Windmill Manor
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Rehab and therapy get praise
The therapy and rehab team is repeatedly described as a strong part of care.
Multiple residents and family members highlight the physical therapy and therapy team as a reason their loved ones made progress, including help with recovery after hospital stays and support for specific rehab goals. Several reviewers describe a coordinated, goal-focused approach, and one person also mentions the physical therapy room and a therapist they felt worked well. A few families also contrast experiences across different stays, noting the rehab experience was better at certain times or sessions.
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Dementia care units stand out
Reviews describe dementia-focused units with staff who know residents well.
Several reviews specifically mention Alzheimer’s or dementia units (including Garden Court, Memory Lane, and an Alzheimer’s unit) and describe caring, patient support from staff and aides. Families also credit the unit’s approach with helping residents through difficult moments, including end-of-life care and managing day-to-day needs. One reviewer notes that the dementia unit approach helped a spouse adjust, describing a more suitable environment for that diagnosis.
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Activities are a mixed point
Activities are frequently mentioned, with experiences ranging from engaged to bored.
Some reviewers say there are plenty of activities and social opportunities, including resident interaction in common areas and ongoing scheduled programming. Others describe boredom and limited activity options, and one mentions TV becoming the main outlet when programming is limited. Taken together, it sounds like daily engagement may depend on what is available at the time of stay.
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Cleanliness shows up often
Cleanliness is repeatedly mentioned, though a minority report serious issues.
A number of reviewers describe the facility as clean, welcoming, and well kept, including during tours and during longer stays. Others raise concerns about hygiene and cleanliness, citing problems like grime, cobwebs, and unclean rooms after moves. Overall, cleanliness is a recurring theme with both positive and negative experiences.
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Communication and staffing concerns recur
Some families report breakdowns in communication and staffing support.
Several negative reviews describe long waits for responses, missing follow-through, and difficulty getting needed records or updates from management. Others explicitly mention understaffing and describe residents not being attended to as expected, including issues tied to care timing and daily needs. While many other reviews focus on warmth and helpfulness, these accounts consistently point to lapses that caused families frustration and concern.
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Features
Housing
120 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Eastern Iowa (14 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Care Services
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Restaurants
Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen (0.4 miles)
Steak 'n Shake (0.5 miles)
Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers (0.6 miles)
Culver's (0.6 miles)
McDonald's (0.7 miles)
Quinton's Bar & Deli (0.9 miles)
Red Lobster (1 miles)
Pharmacies
Walmart Pharmacy (0.4 miles)
Walgreens (0.6 miles)
Nucara Pharmacy (2.7 miles)
Liberty Pharmacy (3.5 miles)
Walgreens (3.5 miles)
Walgreens (3.7 miles)
Hartig Drug (4 miles)
Hospitals
Mercy Hospital, Iowa City, Iowa (0.5 miles)
Iowa Medical and Classification Center (1.1 miles)
Town Square Allergy and Asthma (2.7 miles)
Coralville Eye Clinic (2.7 miles)
North Liberty Family Health Center (3.5 miles)
University of Iowa Department of Pathology (4.6 miles)
UIHC Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center Class Room (4.6 miles)
Physicians
Corridor Radiology (0.6 miles)
Progressive Rehabilitation (0.6 miles)
North Corridor Internal Medicine PC (0.8 miles)
Pediatric Associates (0.8 miles)
Dr. Martin Copeland, Optometrist, and Associates (1.3 miles)
Windmill Manor offers competitive pricing for its accommodations compared to both Johnson County and the broader state of Iowa. For a studio, residents at Windmill Manor pay $2,370 monthly, which is significantly lower than the county average of $2,838 and the state average of $3,613. Similarly, their one-bedroom units are priced at $2,375, again undercutting Johnson County's rate of $2,698 and providing a slight advantage over Iowa's state rate of $2,862. Even in the two-bedroom category, Windmill Manor remains competitive at $2,915 while Johnson County's price is slightly lower at $2,600; however, it still offers better value compared to the state average of $3,329. Overall, Windmill Manor stands out as an affordable choice for residents seeking quality living spaces in a desirable location.
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120 resident community capacity
Skilled Nursing Facility
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Eastern Iowa (14 miles away)
Community operated transportation
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Concierge services
Planned day trips
Extensive on-site amenities and services (transportation, dining, wellness programs, activities, medication management).
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