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Summit Pointe Senior Living Community

3505 English Glen Avenue, Marion, IA 52302

Independent Living Assisted Living Memory Care
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(800) 780-8101

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(319) 373-4242

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $3,684
One Bedroom
Estimated $4,640
Two Bedroom
Estimated $5,707

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $4,831
  • Average State Price: $4,109
  • Average National Price: $4,181


  • Summit Pointe Senior Living Community Description

    Summit Pointe is the only established Marion senior living community that offers transitioning from Independent to Assisted Living without having to move rooms or buildings! Your family is our family and that includes your pets too, since we are pet friendly.

    Summit Pointe is owned, developed and operated by Guardian Companies, a company based out of Minneapolis, Minnesota. Our owners, John and Arlene Malinski, pride themselves on setting Summit Pointe apart from other senior living communities in the area as well as focus on family values. That is why you’ll see our hot air balloon out and about and why we offer so many unique features.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Independent Living

    Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.

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    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Memory Care

    Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.

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    Community Reviews

    8.2
    Summit Pointe Senior Living Community
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 43 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 3 out of 8 communities in Marion
  • Ranking in State: 284 out of 532 communities in IA
  • Food and Dining A

    Activities A

    Facility and Grounds A

    Care A

    Staff A



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Summit Pointe Senior Living Community has received a mix of reviews from residents, their families, and staff. Some reviews express dissatisfaction, particularly regarding the recent firing of a highly regarded nurse/director without explanation, which has led to concerns about trust and management decisions. Additionally, there are complaints about neglect in the memory care unit, with reports of unclean conditions, missing personal items, and inadequate communication about residents' needs.

    On the other hand, many reviews praise the community for its caring and attentive staff, high-quality food, and a wide range of activities that foster a family-like atmosphere. Residents and their families have highlighted the comfortable living spaces, the fun and engaging events, and the overall cleanliness and maintenance of the facility. The staff's dedication during challenging times, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, has been particularly appreciated, with many noting the efforts made to ensure residents' physical and emotional well-being.

    Employees have shared positive experiences as well, describing Summit Pointe as a great place to work, with a respectful and supportive environment. The community's efforts to offer support classes and resources for residents, families, and even the wider community have also been commended.

    While there are areas of concern that need attention, particularly in the memory care unit, many reviews reflect a positive and fulfilling experience for residents of Summit Pointe Senior Living Community, highlighting the caring staff, quality of life, and the sense of community that exists within the facility.


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    Health

    Onsite therapy

    Emergency response system

    Licensed nursing

    Call system

    Memory support

    Medication management and administration


    Services

    Bathing

    Secure environment


    Activities

    Happy hour with live music

    Fitness

    Exercise classes

    Special events

    Daily activities

    Enriching activities


    Community Amenities

    Secure outdoor courtyard

    On-site salon

    Raised garden beds

    Patio

    Maintenance free living

    Walking path


    Room Amenities

    Living room

    Kitchenette

    Full kitchen

    Cable

    Internet

    All utilities included


    Dining

    Dining experience

    Seasonal menu items

    Fresh ingredients

    Daily specials

    Full alternate menu

    Tenderloin sandwich



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Marion which is 1.8 miles away and has a population of 37,330 (mid sized town).
    • The average income is $79,381, which is high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 75
      • Low Temperature: 22
      • Average Temperature: 51.0
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 140 days of rain, 41 days of snow and 182 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 2.2 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 3.34 per 100 people which is average compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 0.65 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 1.62 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.68 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 79.33 years old, which is high compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 231.0, Moderate Days 73.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 0.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Hy-Vee
    1.0 miles away
    Fareway
    1.1 miles away
    Aldi
    1.4 miles away
    Walmart Supercenter
    1.6 miles away
    Natural Grocers
    4.0 miles away

    None Found

    Bus Stations

    6th Street SW/Wilson Avenue SW
    8.6 miles away
    6th Street SW/33rd Ave SW
    9.2 miles away
    6th Street SW/76th Ave SW
    11.5 miles away
    Pearson Shelter
    12.3 miles away
    Airport Terminal
    13.0 miles away

    Banks

    Veridian Credit Union
    1.0 miles away
    Collins Community Credit Union
    1.1 miles away
    Linn Area Credit Union
    1.2 miles away
    Hills Bank
    1.2 miles away
    U.S. Bank
    1.2 miles away

    Hospitals

    Saint Luke's Hospital
    6.3 miles away
    Mercy Medical Center
    6.6 miles away
    Jones Regional Medical Center
    16.2 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Hy-Vee Pharmacy
    1.1 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    1.2 miles away
    Walgreens
    1.8 miles away
    Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic
    3.4 miles away
    Clark's Pharmacy & Gifts
    5.3 miles away

    Dentists

    Restoration Dental Center
    1.8 miles away
    Wolken Dental
    2.4 miles away
    Aspen Dental
    3.3 miles away
    Dental Arts
    3.5 miles away
    Cedar Dental
    3.7 miles away

    Parks

    Butterfield Park
    0.0 miles away
    Marion
    0.2 miles away
    Taube Park
    0.6 miles away
    Willowood Park
    0.7 miles away
    Lowe Park
    1.6 miles away

    Places of Worship

    Mother Mosque of America
    7.3 miles away

    Shopping

    Twixt Town Shopping Center
    3.1 miles away
    Lindale Mall
    3.2 miles away

    Culture

    Cherry Auditorium
    6.2 miles away
    Sinclair Auditorium
    6.3 miles away
    Dows Fine Arts Center
    6.3 miles away
    Gilded Pear Gallery
    6.7 miles away
    Pix Fiz
    6.7 miles away

    Restaurants

    Hy-Vee Deli
    1.0 miles away
    Your Pie Pizza
    1.4 miles away
    Subway
    1.5 miles away
    Golden Palace
    1.5 miles away
    Pizza Hut
    1.7 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of IA. It is a very large-sized community with 202 total beds.

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