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Independent living in Dubuque, IA

4 independent living communities and continuing care retirement communities from public records.

Independent living communities
4
in Dubuque
Units
414
across all 4
Adults 65+
12,258
Census estimate for Dubuque
Within 25 miles
6
of the center of Dubuque
Independent LivingAssisted Living 7Memory Care 3Home Care 3Nursing Homes 8Senior Apartments 13
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Nursing HomeIndependent Living

Bethany Home

5 of 5· Much above average
1005 Lincoln Ave, Dubuque, IA 52001
Beds66
AcceptsMedicare, Medicaid
Penalties1 fine
(563) 556-5233
2.7 mi from city center
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Source: CMS Care Compare, Nursing Home Provider Information, processed Sep 1, 2026. Distance is measured from the center of Dubuque (U.S. Census Bureau).

Nearby

Independent living communities near Dubuque

Counting neighboring towns, there are 6 independent living communities within 25 miles of the center of Dubuque, 2 more than in Dubuque itself. Distances are straight-line miles.

Closest outside Dubuque

See all 6 within 25 miles

Nearby cities

Within 25 miles, closest first

Local overview

Independent living in Dubuque at a glance

There are 4 independent living communities in Dubuque, IA, according to CMS Care Compare records. ZIP code 52001 has the most, 3 of the 4, and 2 ZIP codes have at least one. By size, the most common group is 50 to 149 units (3 of 4 that report it).1

By ZIP code

  • 520013
  • 520031
Independent living communities in Dubuque by the ZIP code on their license or certification record.1

By size

  • Under 50 units0
  • 50 to 149 units3
  • 150 units or more1
Size is the number of units on the public record.1

Licensing and oversight

How independent living is regulated in Iowa

Independent living is housing. Any assisted living, memory care or nursing care offered on the same campus is licensed separately; in Iowa, residential care is licensed by the Iowa Department of Inspections.2

Paying for care

Ways to pay for independent living in Iowa

Programs that can help, by name. Eligibility rules are set by each program, so confirm with the agency before you plan around one.

Medicaid
The Iowa Medicaid program can cover long-term care for people who qualify on income, assets and care needs. Which services it covers depends on the program, so ask the state Medicaid agency.3 Iowa Medicaid agency
Medicare
Medicare does not pay for long-term custodial care or for room and board. It still covers medically necessary care, such as doctor visits, hospital care, home health, hospice and prescriptions.4
Veterans benefits
Wartime veterans and surviving spouses who need help with daily activities may qualify for the VA pension with Aid and Attendance.5 The Iowa Department of Veterans Affairs helps with claims (515-252-4698).6
Medicare counseling
Iowa’s State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) gives unbiased one-on-one help with Medicare and related coverage questions: 1-800-351-4664.7

Local resources

Local help for families in Dubuque

Official agencies and nonprofit helplines, with phone numbers and links taken from their own directories.

  • Area Agency on Aging

    Aging services for Dubuque County8

    1-800-677-1116

    The Eldercare Locator connects you with the Area Agency on Aging that serves Dubuque County.

    Website

  • Long-term care ombudsman

    Iowa Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program9

    (515) 393-1710

    Free, independent advocate for residents of care facilities.

  • Report abuse or neglect

    Iowa Adult Protective Services

    800-362-2178

    Adult Protective Services takes reports about adults at risk.

  • Medicare counseling (SHIP)

    Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP)7

    1-800-351-4664

    Website

  • Veterans benefits

    Iowa Department of Veterans Affairs6

    515-252-4698

    Website

  • Medicaid

    Iowa Medicaid agency3

    Website

Questions families ask

Frequently asked questions about independent living in Dubuque

How many independent living communities are in Dubuque, IA?

WeFoundCare lists 4 independent living communities in Dubuque, IA, from public licensing and certification records. Within 25 miles of the center of Dubuque there are 6.

How many units can independent living communities in Dubuque serve?

4 of the 4 independent living communities report units, for a combined 414 units. The Census Bureau estimates 12,258 adults age 65 and older live in Dubuque.

Which Dubuque ZIP codes have the most independent living communities?

52001 (3), 52003 (1). In all, 2 ZIP codes in Dubuque have at least one.

Who can help if there is a problem with care in Dubuque?

The long-term care ombudsman is a free, independent advocate for residents. In Dubuque County, call (515) 393-1710. To report suspected abuse or neglect, call Iowa Adult Protective Services at 800-362-2178.

Are there independent living communities near Dubuque?

Nearby cities with listings include Asbury (2, 3.8 mi).

Guides

Guides for families choosing independent living

Other types of care

Other senior care in Dubuque

Methodology

About this data

How the figures on this page are built. Each number links to its source below.

  • Listings come from CMS Care Compare (Nursing Home Provider Information), Sep 1, 2026.1 A listing appears under the city on its license or certification address.
  • Adults 65+ is the Census Bureau’s 2020–2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimate for Dubuque (Census place). Census boundaries can differ from the mailing-address city used for listings, so per-1,000 figures are a guide, not a precise rate.10
  • Units is the figure on the public record; 4 of 4 independent living communities report it.
  • Distances are straight-line miles from the center of Dubuque (U.S. Census Bureau place center). “Nearby” means within 25 miles and can include other states.
  • Agency contacts come from each program’s own directory and are checked when we rebuild the data. WeFoundCare does not rate or rank communities.

Sources and references

  1. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: Nursing Home Provider Information. data.cms.gov/provider-data/dataset/4pq5-n9py Accessed Sep 1, 2026.
  2. Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals and Licensing. dia-hfd.iowa.gov/DIA_HFD Accessed .
  3. National Association of Medicaid Directors: Medicaid Directors. medicaiddirectors.org/about/medicaid-directors Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  4. CMS / Medicare.gov: Long-term care coverage. medicare.gov/coverage/long-term-care Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  5. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: Aid and Attendance benefits and Housebound allowance. va.gov/pension/aid-attendance-housebound Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  6. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: State Veterans Affairs Offices. discover.va.gov/external-resources Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  7. SHIP National Technical Assistance Center (funded by the U.S. Administration for Community Living): Find your local SHIP. shiphelp.org/ships Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  8. U.S. Administration for Community Living: Eldercare Locator. eldercare.acl.gov Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  9. National Long-Term Care Ombudsman Resource Center / National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care: Find your Long-Term Care Ombudsman. theconsumervoice.org/get-help Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  10. U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates, table B01001. data.census.gov/table/ACSDT5Y2024.B01001 Accessed Oct 18, 2026.