Hillcrest Home

Hillcrest Home, located at 915 West First Street in Sumner, Iowa, has long been a cornerstone of skilled nursing care in Bremer County. As a nonprofit corporation, Hillcrest Home operates with a mission-driven philosophy: every dollar and every decision is directed toward the well-being of the residents who call this community home. Sumner is a welcoming community of approximately 2,000 residents in northeast Iowa, characterized by tree-lined streets, a strong local school system, and a tight-knit sense of community pride. The Shell Rock River flows through the broader Bremer County area, and the Bremer County Conservation Board maintains a network of parks and natural areas that offer family visiting opportunities and a connection to Iowa's beautiful rural landscape. The city of Waverly, home to Wartburg College and approximately 15 miles to the south, provides residents and families with access to a wider range of dining, retail, and cultural amenities. Wartburg College's vibrant campus and the Waverly area's local restaurants and shops make it an enjoyable destination for family outings. The Cedar Falls and Waterloo metro area — approximately 25 to 30 miles south — offers the full spectrum of medical services including UnityPoint Health Allen Hospital in Waterloo and MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center, ensuring that specialist care is within reach when needed. At Hillcrest Home, the nonprofit structure supports a patient-to-staff ratio and care philosophy that prioritizes continuity of care and genuine relationships. Long-tenured staff who know residents individually, combined with individualized care plans developed in partnership with families and physicians, define the Hillcrest experience. For Bremer County families seeking skilled nursing care grounded in community values, professional clinical excellence, and genuine nonprofit integrity, Hillcrest Home represents one of northeast Iowa's most trusted choices.