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Homestead of Mason City

2501 W State St, Mason City, IA

Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care

4.29 reviewsvia A Place for Mom

About the community

About Homestead of Mason City

Homestead of Mason City is an assisted living community close to the Minnesota border and just 120 miles away from Des Moines, Iowa. This community offers assistance with activities of daily living to seniors who can no longer live on their own but do not require 24-hour care. Residents have easy access to Fleet Farm, the Walmart Super Center, and local restaurants. Homestead of Mason City offers many services, including medication management, home-cooked meals, and licensed healthcare services that help residents to live a life of dignity and independence. Each resident has a personalized care plan that is routinely evaluated by expert staff to ensure that the appropriate services are being provided. Other benefits include weekly housekeeping, laundry services, and daily activities. Homestead of Mason City also offers short-term respite stays. Respite care is typically for seniors who might need extra help while their families are temporarily unable to provide their usual care. State licensing information To explore the licensing information and compliance histories of senior living communities in the state of Iowa, visit the Iowa Health Facility Database . Related articles A Comprehensive Guide to State Regulations for Assisted Living A Delicious Diabetic Diet Plan for Seniors A Guide to Assisted Living Costs

Family and resident feedback

4.2 out of 5 from 9 reviews

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★★★★★

Positive

There to meet your every need

Very responsive to needs of my mom and us (children). Definitely would recommend. The people were great!

TracyMay 21, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

Our experience

I would give all of those a 5. She has loved it there. All the workers are always happy. They check on her all the time and it is such a nice clean place

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5.0 / 5
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Meals & Dining
5.0 / 5
AnonymousOctober 31, 2025

★★★★★

Positive

Loving and Caring Home

Homestead is a wonderful home for yourself or your family members. The environment is very loving and caring. I cannot say enough about the staff. They are all so kind, friendly, wanting to help you in any way that they possibly can. Every day is filled with activities. Because it is a small home, it's much easier to get to know others in the community. Residents are treated not only with great kindness, but also with respect and dignity. A true family community.

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Carol SAugust 15, 2025

★★★★★

Critical

Disappointed, some things need improvement

My questions are ..... not being notified with changes ... the information is on letters left in residence room.... I live 7 hrs away ... I don't have this info... her bill is sent to me every month ... not sure why this info is not included for those of us not right there close. Mirror for my aunts dresser is still sitting on the floor by the wall waiting for maintenance to put it up as I was told they would almost a year ago . Trying to get her a haircut at facility .... still not done ... they say she needs to p

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2.0 / 5
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3.0 / 5
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3.0 / 5
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Meals & Dining
5.0 / 5
Patty SMarch 11, 2025

★★★★★

Positive

friendly, compassionate, caring staff. Friendly and welcoming community

It's a bit of a challenge because I don't have anything to compare to but, overall, I think our experience at Homestead of Mason City has been very favorable and we are very satisfied with the overall care and experience at Homestead! Thanks!!

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AnonymousApril 30, 2024

★★★★

Positive

Great place for the price.

Compared to other homes in the area they are most cost effective. In regards to my other numbers 3 is average. Could do a little more activity but being a smaller size I know they are limited with staff. Overall experience has been good so far.

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AnonymousSeptember 7, 2023

Verified overview

What we know from public sources

Care options
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care
Operator
Not yet resolved
Public price status
Not publicly found
Last source check
August 5, 2026

Source-published features

Amenities and services

Grouped so you can scan what affects day-to-day life before opening an operator page.

Meals & dining

  • Private Dining Room
  • Room Service
  • Gluten-free
  • Vegetarian
  • Guest Meals
  • Special Dining Programs
  • Anytime Dining
  • Meals Provided

Health & wellness

  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • High Acuity Care
  • Medication Management
  • Incontinence Care
  • Memory Care
  • Diabetic Care
  • Non-Ambulatory Care

Services & convenience

  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Transportation at Cost
  • Resident Parking Available
  • Cats Allowed
  • Dogs Allowed
  • Weight Limit (lbs)
  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning
  • Grocery Shopping and Errands
  • Beautician
  • Housekeeping
  • Ukrainian
  • German
  • English
  • American Sign Language

Activities & engagement

  • Choir / Singing Club
  • Art Classes
  • Quilting or Sewing Club
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Cooking Classes
  • Wii Bowling
  • Bible Study Group
  • Book Club
  • Devotional Activities On-Site
  • Karaoke
  • Live Musical Performances
  • Men's Club
  • Trivia Games
  • Cooking Club
  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • Gardening Club
  • Protestant Services
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Stretching Classes
  • Forever Fit
  • Community Service Programs
  • Live Well Programs
  • Light Therapy Programs
  • Sensory-based Programs
  • Cards / Pinochle Club
  • Birthday Parties
  • Wine Tasting
  • Devotional Activities Offsite
  • Happy Hour
  • Dances
  • Bridge Club
  • Walking Club
  • Holiday Parties
  • Visiting Chaplain or Priest
  • Activities On-site
  • Christian Services
  • Reminiscence Programs
  • Activities Off-site
  • Intergenerational Programs
  • Pet-focused Programs
  • Live Dance or Theater Performances
  • Current Events Club

Outdoor spaces

  • Butterfly garden / Hummingbird garden
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • TV Lounge
  • Beauty Salon
  • Meeting Room
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Central Fireplace
  • Library
  • Computer or Media Center
  • Arts and Crafts Center
  • Movie or Theater Room
  • Fitness Center
  • Game Room

Apartment & room features

  • Ground Floor Units
  • Kitchenette
  • Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
  • Garden View
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers
  • Air Conditioned
  • Cable or Satellite TV

Official oversight

Inspection and quality records

Inspection coverage has not yet been completed for this community. “Not covered” is not the same as “no violations found.”

Coverage last checked August 5, 2026.

Questions to confirm with the community

Additional care fees
Not publicly disclosed
Move-in fee
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Exact unit availability
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