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Amada Senior Care
Cedar Rapids
Accredited VA Provider and Trusted Expert for Long-Term Care Insurance Claims
Phones answered 24 hours a day, 7 days per week
Laura and Ben Hartson
Laura and Ben Hartson, owners of Amada Senior Care Cedar Rapids, lead with a hands-on approach and strong commitment to open communication with both clients and families. As lifelong Iowans, they are deeply dedicated to serving the senior population in Iowa County, Johnson County, and Linn County.
At Amada Cedar Rapids, we take a personalized and consultative approach to elder care. Whether it’s finding the right caregiver, navigating long-term care insurance, or helping explore senior living options, our team is here to provide solutions tailored to your unique needs.
Backed by healthcare experience and a heart for service, our leadership team is known for their compassion, dedication, and expertise and will be by your side through every step of the care journey.
Serving Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, Marion, Mount Vernon, North Liberty, Shellsburg, Solon, West Branch, Williamsburg, and surrounding communities in Iowa County, Benton County, Cedar County, Linn County and Johnson County, and beyond, Amada ensures that
families in our community can age in place without the stress of challenging transitions.
We understand the complexities of navigating long-term care insurance policies for home care services. As a trusted partner of families and leading insurers like Genworth, John Hancock, CNA, Blue Cross, Allianz, Bankers Life, Transamerica, and more, Amada has built a reputation for honesty and results. With over 10 years of experience, our experts have never seen a claim denied when we believed home care was warranted.
Choose Amada Senior Care — where exceptional home care and dedicated advocacy make all the difference.
One Trusted Provider
AMADA SENIOR CARE is the only care company that specializes in all of these professional services combined:
In-Home Caregivers
Funding Solutions
Unlock LTCI Benefits
Senior Living Guidance
Financial Aid Advice for Veterans
Amada In-Home Caregiving
If you or a loved one could benefit from assistance with daily activities or other types of care, we encourage you to contact us today for a FREE Care Needs Consultation. A dedicated member of the Amada Senior Care Cedar Rapids team will work with you to create a customized care plan tailored to your unique needs, preferences, and budget. Choose to age gracefully at home instead.
Our compassionate and highly trained caregivers provide exceptional
in-home care for seniors living in:
Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, Marion, Mount Vernon, North Liberty, Shellsburg, Solon, West Branch, Williamsburg, and surrounding communities in Iowa County, Benton County, Cedar County, Linn County and Johnson County.
Our commitment goes beyond simply matching you with a caregiver. We continuously monitor our caregivers’ performance and maintain regular communication with clients and their families to ensure we’re delivering the highest standard of care. With our support, you can enjoy peace of mind knowing you or your loved one is receiving the safest, most personalized care to enhance their quality of life.
Amada Caregivers are Trained to Provide Assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as:
Bathing
Errands/ Shopping
Most Non-Medical Assistance
Light Housekeeping
Meal Preparation, Feeding
Medication Reminders
Dressing
Toileting
Walking, Ambulation
Amada is Certified and Accredited
Long-Term Care Insurance Claims Experts
Elimination period? Inflation rider? Waiver of premium? Unused benefit application? Navigating the complexities of a long-term care insurance policy can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re under pressure to activate benefits quickly. The endless phone calls and paperwork only add to the stress and frustration.
Let us handle it for you! Our experts provide this service at no cost, helping you uncover funds you may not know are available and initiating the caregiving support you deserve. With us managing the details, you can focus on what matters most—spending quality time with your loved one and enjoying peace of mind.
Policy Review and Benefit Verification
The experts at Amada Senior Care help policyholders understand and verify their LTCi benefits.
Paperwork Submission and Claims Processing
Our senior care advisors will help you review and file a claim so you can start receiving benefits as soon as possible.
Advocacy Phone Calls to Insurance Provider
We’ll be your advocate to ensure you receive the benefits you’re entitled to.
Assignment of Benefits and Payment Monitoring
Our LTCi Resource Center will not only ensure your claim is filed and processed, we will keep it active by coordinating and delivering care.
What our customers say
We have had such a wonderful experience with Amada Senior Care. They provide evening care for my mom, and the peace of mind it has given our family is priceless. Anne, my mom’s primary caregiver, is absolutely amazing. She is kind, dependable, and incredibly attentive. My mom feels safe with her and truly enjoys her company, which means so much to us. Anne goes above and beyond every evening, and it shows in the way my mom looks forward to seeing her. I would highly recommend Amada to anyone looking for compassionate, reliable in-home care for their loved ones.
I just wanna do a shout out to Rachel. I want her to know how thankful I am for her. She is so good at what she does. She goes above and beyond. She knows just how to match the right client with the right caregiver. She is the best at getting shifts covered. I also want to thank her for not sleeping! Lol She is always available to answer any question you need. I wish I could do more than just give you praise. Thanks again for caring for everyone who comes into your life.
Our family recently had a need for the services offered by Amada Senior Care. We have used similar services in the past, but Amada exceeded our expectations and outperformed those other services by leaps and bounds. Every individual whom we talked to, or who provided care from Amada was excellent, responsive and caring. Our personal experience causes us to highly recommend Amada to anyone.
Holly at Amada Senior Care has been absolutely fantastic. When my dad suddenly needed to move into assisted living, everything felt overwhelming and chaotic. Holly stepped in immediately and guided us through every step of the process. She arranged tours, helped us evaluate options, and truly took the time to understand what would be the best fit for my dad. Her compassion, knowledge, and steady support made an incredibly difficult time so much easier for our family. I truly could not have navigated this transition without her. We are beyond grateful for her care and guidance. Highly recommend Holly and Amada Senior Care.
As a former employee of the company, I can say that they do not value their hardworking and dedicated employees here. There is clear favoritism shown to those that call off, cost the company clients, and jeopardizes client’s safety and wellbeing consistently. But hey, if you wanna work somewhere that will never value anything you do of merit and goes out of their way to deny you growth opportunities let alone doesn’t provide breaks, meals, PTO or sick days; then by all means apply! Otherwise if you’re sane, steer clear.
I would like to give a shout out to Alsion. She handled a power outage like a pro while the electricity was off for a couple of hours. She got Mom by the fireplace and in layers. She then contacted my brother for the next step.
We appreciated the help both Laura and Rachel offered us. Laura connected us with our long term care insurance to help us get onboard. And Rachel connected us with good, caring home health aids! We appreciated the interest they took in Wilbur and his interests. Jovone played chess with Wilbur which he hasn’t played for many years. It sparked Wilbur’s interest but unfortunately this happened just prior to Wilbur’s hospitalization and move to rehab and then to nursing care! Some aids went beyond the call of duty and did extra cleaning! We appreciated each care giver who came to our home and patiently and compassionately cared for Wilbur! Keep up the good work! It means so much to us to experience the compassion of others as we age and need help, having lost the ability to do for ourselves what we were used to doing! Thank you, everyone! Wilbur & Helen Yoder
Amada has been a true blessing for our family. We used their services for about a year after my mother suffered her stroke, and from day one they stepped in with compassion, professionalism, and genuine care. We were worried about the level of support my mom would need, but Amada never hesitated, they rose to the occasion in every way. Throughout our time with them, my mom had the pleasure of meeting so many wonderful caregivers. Ashley was one of her main caregivers, and she was truly exceptional. She supported my mother’s daily activities with patience, kindness, and consistency and she never once called in the entire year. The dedication she showed will always stay with us. We also had the honor of meeting other amazing caregivers who consistently went above and beyond: both Mary’s Kaej, Emmarie, Jordan, Kerri, Alyssa, and of course, Rachel. Each of them cared for my mother and father with such heart that it honestly felt like they were keeping them alive. Their kindness, support, and reliability gave our family peace during a very difficult time. We cannot thank the team at Amada enough. The gratitude we feel for the way you cared for both our mother and father is something we will carry with us forever. You made an unimaginable season of life easier, safer, and filled with warmth. We will always appreciate you.
Amada Senior Care has provide exceptional care for my husband. They have provided us care when other companies couldn’t meet the standards. We are proud of the care & compassion that Rachel has given while picking out perfect caregivers. Mary & Alyssa have continued to provide excellent care & maintained the care even after we moved from our home into independent care with the help from Holly. Thanks for all you do & continue to do.
I have had a very good experience with Amada Senior care. I don’t live near my mother so it has been great to work with a company that is reliable and professional. Rachel has been consistently helpful in arranging and supervising the support my mother needs. My mother’s carer, Jordan, is very reliable, responsive to our requests, and keeps me very well informed about my mother’s needs. Jordan is also adaptable as my mom’s needs change over time, and has proven very capable in working with my mother in a respectful, patient and compassionate way. Thanks, Amada!
Response was so quick, and care was found the next week. We had been struggling to find in home care, and had met with other in home nursing providers prior to Amada, no one compares in response and coverage (which is what the other providers did struggle with) We did not get much time due to circumstances, but Amada will be my first suggestion to anyone who asks.
I’ve had the pleasure of referring several individuals to Amada, and I will continue to do so with full confidence. Each person I’ve connected with Amada had previously experienced challenges with other home care agencies, yet every one of them has shared how their experience with Amada has been exceptional—transforming their perception of the home care industry entirely. With over a decade in this field, I’ve come to recognize the importance of compassionate, consistent care and a strong organizational culture. Although my company does not currently operate in Iowa, Amada remains the only provider in the region to whom I will refer clients. Their commitment to excellence, starting with their culture and extending to the outstanding care they deliver, is consistently reflected in the feedback I receive. My sincere thanks to the entire Amada team for setting such a high standard. Your work truly makes a difference.
While looking for a place for our mother to stay in this stage of her life, we toured Amada Senior care and I was pleased to see people playing bingo and just out walking around the staff knew the residence. names.
Great initial explanation of the services they are able to provide. The care providers have been exceptional. Follow up at all levels has been impressive.
My dad’s care team has been very kind, patient, and attentive after his stroke. We’re so grateful to have them taking care of him!
I can’t begin to say enough positive things about the service and personal assistance that my uncle and I received from Holly at Amada since my uncle suffered a stroke in April. Holly went above and beyond to search out the “right fit” for my uncle and the rehab care that he needed for his recovery. Holly found us the right place for my uncle to transition to and continue to work on his recovery. She showed us kindness, compassion and a ton of patience as we worked through this transition process in a very short window of time and opportunity. Holly continues to visit and check on my uncle’s progress and changing needs to offer him the best possible service. I know that I could not have maneuvered through the selection and placement process without her excellent service. I will be forever grateful for the personal care and compassion we have received from Holly and Amara Senior Care. I give them 5+ stars! Thank you!
Following my knee surgery I was not anticipating any complications, however, Amada Senior Care was quick to staff when I needed extra help. Addy was always on time, very helpful with household chores and any assistance with daily ADL’s I needed. Her presence relieved my families’ concerns. Addy is a very responsible and nice. I really appreciated her services. Thank you Addy.
Addy did a great job providing care, tidying up and keeping my mom company after her surgery. Great attitude and extremely helpful.
Kayla has been an amazing support to one of our family members. She has consistently gone above and beyond to provide nurturing care and support. She practically feels like family.
Holly’s extensive knowledge of senior care in the area ensures that you’ll find the perfect community to spend the rest of your life in comfort and care
Extremely knowledgeable and genuinely caring. I work at a retirement community and we refer residents to Amada when they’re interested in a little extra help. We’ve only ever heard great feedback about their caregivers and services!
We have been extremely fortunate to become clients of Amada Senior Care. Initially, they helped us understand our long term care insurance policy. Then they assessed our needs carefully. And then they assigned us a caregiver who could help us with many of our daily tasks. Our caregiver is Kayla and she is a joy to work with. She has a great personality and a very positive attitude. Kayla is a hard worker, is very self directed, and has many skills. We greatly enjoy having her in our home as a friend and a caregiver. We truly believe Kayla is the best person to help us face our growing infirmities and daily needs. All of the Amada staff are great to work with and are genuinely concerned with our well-being. We give them the highest recommendation possible. Sincerely, Mark and Carol Martin
Thanks to Amada and the placement of Allison, I am able to get away for a few hours a couple days a week. She is the perfect match for Pete. They get along great.. Thanks again
The team over at Amada are second to none! They have provided numerous resources to the Senior Living industry with CEU classes, Senior Placement Services, and more! They do an excellent job at ensuring your loved one is well taken care of.
I’ve had the pleasure to work with Holly and Laura on a professional level. They are kind and compassionate towards residents, families, and the staff they are working with. They offer an array of services with Amada.
Amada provides exceptional care and I trust them when it comes to finding the perfect fit for members of my family. Holly is so wonderful to work with! I would be lost without her guidance!
Holly is top notch. She took care of everything in regards to getting our mom and dad into there new home. My parents were very skeptical and didn’t think they would like it. Holly told them to trust her. They love it. Thank you Holly. Much appreciated
I have personally work with Holly and Laura several times. They are both extremely knowledgeable. They are easy to work with and always respond in a timely manner. Amada also offers education to providers and ensures their patients receive all entitled benefits!
We were so impressed with Amada Senior Care and with our caretaker, Kayla. She was so friendly, attentive, and made my Mom feel comfortable. I had to go to the hospital for a test and was very nervous about leaving Mom, but she made things so easy for us to be gone. Kayla was extremely conscientious, and we look forward to having her come again!! Such a positive experience!! Thank you, Kayla, and Amada Senior Care. I highly recommend their service!! Janice and John
Highly recommend Amada Senior Care! They have shown a true commitment to the individuals they provide care for. Laura and Ben are always quick to answer questions and provide immediate assistance with concerns arise. They provide individualized care plans and are passionate about serving older adults to allow them to stay in their own homes.
Laura and Ben have gone above and beyond since I met them. I discovered Amada Senior through my caregivers group at Pathways. Laura came to my house and went through my home healthcare policy and handled all the communication with them. Ben and Laura then assigned Priscilla to work with my husband. He absolutely adores her. She comes twice a week to help with daily living skills. She is so gentle and accommodating. My dog Bailey also adores her😄. Priscilla provided over night respite when I attended my nephew’s football game in Texas. She was absolutely amazing and made my husband feel very comfortable while I was gone. I highly recommend Amada Senior Care and Priscilla for your respite needs
Laura and Ben have gone above and beyond since my first phone call with them. They listened carefully as I described my elderly parent’s needs then came up with a plan and the perfect caregiver. At every step they considered my concerns and implemented solutions. Having Laura help me with the logistics of long term health insurance has been a HUGE relief and effective help. Laura and Ben stay in close contact with me whenever I reach out and as a result my elderly parent is getting the care they need and I am able to be a daughter rather than a health care manger.
I have been my husband’s caregiver for over two years and am so happy we recently found Amada Senior Care to assist. Melina O. and Anne J. are both a joy to work with. Melina’s upbeat personality and ease of working with seniors is admirable. Anne’s smile and kind spirit convey she cares about her patient. We truly appreciate what they do for us. Judy Baker
Laura and Ben are incredible. Flexible, understanding, patient and professional. And then the caregiver herself, Akela, is AMAZING!! As a daughter who lives far away, I was nervous about someone caring for my father, and I didn’t know what to expect but then Akela. Knowledgeable, kind, funny, and most of all, she treated my father with respect and care. Shes been consistent, considerate and a great communicator from day one. I’d recommend Amada and Akela 100 times if I could. Thanks Laura and Ben!!!!
We hired Amanda Senior Care a few months ago to help with in-home care for my mother. We have been very happy with their services and the caregivers they have sent to help my mother. Her main caregiver is Kasedi and she has been great! Kasedi is very caring and compassionate and attentive to details and I have seen my mom’s mood improve since she has been coming to her home. My mom always looks forward Kasedi’s visits.
Amada is a great place that genuinely cares about the clients and caregivers. I highly recommend for anyone in search of reliable care.
The owners Ben and Laura truly care about their clients and workers. Amada is a welcoming, supportive environment and they offer great flexibility.
I can’t thank the caregiver at Amada Senior Care enough for all her compassion. She made my Dad’s final months so much easier. Above and beyond in all her wonderful care. If Mom needs care in the future, we know who to call. Thank you so much.
I needed a few days of help with some activities of daily living after surgery. Everyone I interacted with at Amada were polite and helpful. My two caregivers, Sam and Myka, were kind, helpful, and genuine. I definitely recommend considering Amada when you are looking for help!
Caregivers for my mom were great. She enjoyed spending time with all of them. She looked forward to the days that they were there.
They are wonderful at providing care for seniors. Always taking into consideration their needs and wants as they truly care about providing the right care!
We have had wonderful results with the care my mother in law is receiving. We have a perfect match for Mom and she is very happy with Barb! She is great at getting Mom to do things she never wanted to do before. Great results with this company. Pam Grover
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Our Commitment to Enrich Lives
Trust the Amada Cedar Rapids care team when someone you love needs us. We’re here for the whole family.
– Laura and Ben Hartson
Owner of Amada Senior Care Cedar Rapids
At Amada Senior Care Cedar Rapids, providing in-home senior care is more than just a job—it’s our passion and personal mission to enrich the lives of our clients in every way. Whether it’s adjusting a care plan to better meet our senior clients’ needs, engaging in a favorite activity or hobby, sharing a kind word with a family member, or preparing a comforting, home-style meal, we take pride in what we do—and it shows.
Contact us today at 319-895-1715 for your free consultation and let us help you or your loved one experience the difference our care can make.
Senior Living Guidance
At Amada Senior Care, we’re dedicated to helping families find the right senior living community. Our experienced team understands the complexities and emotional challenges of finding the best care environment for your loved one. We work directly with you to understand their unique needs, preferences, and financial situation, ensuring a smooth and successful transition.
›› Personalized Assessments
We take the time to get to know your loved one’s care needs, lifestyle preferences, and financial considerations. This personalized approach allows us to match them with a senior community that truly feels like home.
›› Seamless Transition Process
Our team coordinates all aspects of the transition, from necessary paperwork to move-in logistics, so you can focus on what matters most—supporting your loved one.
›› Ongoing Support and Guidance
Even after the move, we’re here to ensure everything is going smoothly, with continued communication and support for your family and the community.
›› Access to Quality Communities
We work with a trusted network of high-quality assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing and family care home communities, helping families find environments known for excellent care and service.
›› LTCi Claims Management
Our experts help families navigate the complexities of long-term care insurance, ensuring benefits are optimized to make care more affordable.
›› Peace of Mind for Families
With Amada, you can be confident your loved one is in a place that meets their specific care and lifestyle needs, giving you peace of mind every step of the way.
Veterans Assistance Programs
{{Partner1}} and the entire Amada Senior Care Cedar Rapids team are deeply committed to supporting those who have served our country. As a veteran himself, Len comes from a proud family tradition of military service. His grandfather was a WWII veteran, his father served as a Navy Corpsman, and many cousins and extended family members continue to serve today. Inspired by this legacy, Amada Cedar Rapids is honored to assist veterans and their families during times of need. VETERANS!: When discussing these benefits with your VA Primary Care Physician, state your preference for Amada Senior Care of Cedar Rapids as your designated caregiving provider. Make sure to provide our NPI number, to facilitate this request.
Our team takes the burden off families by handling all necessary paperwork—at no cost—and guiding veterans and their loved ones through the process of accessing the benefits they have earned.
Many veterans, their spouses, and families are unaware of their potential eligibility for financial assistance from the government. At Amada Senior Care Cedar Rapids, we are dedicated to helping eligible individuals access VA Aid and Attendance benefits and other forms of financial support to maximize these valuable resources.
To learn more about Aid and Attendance and other benefits for veterans.
How is Aid and Attendance Eligibility Determined?
1. Military Service
- A minimum of 90 days of active duty, with at least one of those days during wartime.
- Must not have been dishonorable discharged.
2. Personal Care Needs
- Applicant must currently require assistance with activities of daily living, such as walking, eating, toileting, or dressing.
3.Income
- Majority of applicant’s income must currently be spent on care expenses.
- The percentage of income currently spent on care will determine the benefits they receive.
4.Assets
- The VA will determine an acceptable threshold for applicants’ assets.
- Determination of financial assets will depend upon age and financial need.
How VA Aid and Attendance Benefits can Help You:
Through the use of VA benefits, seniors gain more financial flexibility for their care plans and potential placements.
This may include:
- More in-home care.
- The community of their choice.
- Benefits paid monthly with no repayment required.
- Benefits are paid directly to claimants by the United States Treasury and are tax-free.
“I cannot thank you enough for sending a caring, competent professional to help my father. I would highly recommend your organization!”
– Deborah O.
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