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Pillar Of Cedar Valley in Waterloo, IA

Pillar Of Cedar Valley is a nursing home community in Waterloo, IA.

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Pillar Of Cedar Valley in Waterloo, IA

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  • Kitchen

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1410 West Dunkerton Road, Waterloo, IA 50703

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

4.6 from 58 reviews
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Overall Review of Pillar Of Cedar Valley

differentiator 6 reviews mention this

Skilled nursing and rehab support

Residents and families describe skilled nursing and rehab care that feels coordinated and outcomes-focused.

Several reviews are specifically about skilled nursing or rehab, with families describing smoother transitions and day-to-day support while a loved one recovered. A reviewer also highlights therapy as a standout part of the experience after surgery. Others describe nursing and therapy working together to help a family member regain mobility and function. Reviews also mention staff coordinating care when additional services were needed.

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Staff are responsive and caring

Many reviews say staff are consistently compassionate, patient, and attentive to residents’ needs.

Across multiple reviews, families and staff describe a pattern of staff members being caring and responsive, including knowing residents and keeping communication going during changes in health. Some reviewers emphasize safety and comfort, while others focus on how staff treat residents with respect and patience. Even when feedback is positive about the facility overall, the consistent theme is the amount of attention staff provide. A few reviews also mention that interactions with staff helped make difficult moves feel less stressful.

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Activities keep days engaging

Residents are described as having an active schedule with activities and engagement built in.

Multiple reviews mention ongoing activities and an engaged community atmosphere. One reviewer says there was always something going on, while another points to meaningful activities and check-ins as part of daily life. Others describe a wide variety of activities and even share that they could see what residents were doing through posts. One review also calls out that the facility regularly has activities for residents.

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Kelli helps make transitions easier

Reviews repeatedly credit Kelli for fast, helpful communication during admissions and care coordination.

Several reviewers specifically mention Kelli, describing her as available to answer questions and quick to respond. Families also describe reaching out when they needed updates and getting support without long delays. In addition, at least one review frames her as compassionate and proactive when coordinating next steps. Collectively, this paints admissions and communication support as a clear strength for families during a stressful transition.

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Cleanliness and response can be inconsistent

Some reviewers report serious concerns about cleanliness and delayed help during critical moments.

While several reviews describe the facility as clean, a pair of negative reviews paint a very different picture. Those reviewers describe rooms and odors they found unacceptable, along with concerns about staff response times when assistance was needed. One review also describes communication gaps about incidents, and another describes patients needing help but not receiving it promptly. These reports suggest experiences may vary depending on staffing and follow-through.

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Features

Housing

  • 134 resident community capacity 134 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Waterloo Municipal (2 miles away) Waterloo Municipal (2 miles away)
  • 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
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Waterloo, Iowa offers a variety of amenities that cater to older individuals looking for a comfortable and convenient living environment. With several parks nearby such as George Wyth Memorial State Park and Island Park, seniors can enjoy leisurely walks and outdoor activities in peaceful surroundings. There are also numerous restaurants offering diverse dining options, pharmacies for easy access to medications, and healthcare facilities including Allen Hospital Heart & Vascular Center and MercyOne Cedar Falls Medical Center for medical needs. Additionally, places of worship such as the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and Orchard Hill Church provide spiritual support for those seeking a sense of community. Overall, this area provides a mix of recreational, healthcare, and social opportunities that would make it an attractive choice for seniors looking to settle down in Waterloo.

Parks

  • George Wyth Memorial State Park (3.1 miles)
  • Tibbitts Park (3.1 miles)
  • Hoing-Rice Softball Center (3.5 miles)
  • Island Park (4.8 miles)
  • Overman Park (4.8 miles)
  • Seerley Park (5.8 miles)
  • Paw Park (5.9 miles)

Restaurants

  • McDonald's (3.2 miles)
  • Z's Restaurant & Lounge (3.2 miles)
  • Cedar Falls Family Restaurant (4.6 miles)
  • The Brown Bottle (4.6 miles)
  • Urban Pie (4.7 miles)
  • Singlespeed Brewing Co. (4.7 miles)
  • Hurt's Donut (4.7 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (3.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.4 miles)
  • Pharmacy Marketing Group (4.7 miles)
  • Walgreens (4.9 miles)
  • Amicare Pharmacy (5.1 miles)
  • Medicap Pharmacy (5.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (5.9 miles)

Physicians

  • Allen Hospital Heart & Vascular Center (3.4 miles)
  • Allen Hospital Inpatient Rehabilitation (3.4 miles)
  • Allen Neurology Center (3.4 miles)
  • Raja M Akbar (3.4 miles)
  • Abdur Rahim (3.4 miles)
  • Allen Ob/Gyn (3.4 miles)
  • Waterloo Internal Medicine (3.4 miles)

Hospitals

  • Cedar Valley Medical Clinic (3.4 miles)
  • Cedar Valley Medical Clinic (5.2 miles)
  • Sartori Memorial Hospital (5.4 miles)
  • MercyOne Cedar Falls Medical Center (5.4 miles)
  • Covenant Health System (5.4 miles)
  • Integra Health Cedar FLLS Intrnl (5.9 miles)
  • Cedar Valley OrthoAgility Center (6.3 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (4.6 miles)
  • Orchard Hill Church (5.8 miles)
  • Nazareth Evangelical Lutheran Church (5.8 miles)

Cafes

  • Cup of Joe (4.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.4 miles)

Theaters

  • College Square Cinema Cedar Falls, Ia (5.4 miles)

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