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Caring Stars Winner
Independence Village of Ankeny
1275 SW State Street, Ankeny, IA 50023
"The staff has made the transition to assisted living easier than anticipated. They are very caring and take the time to...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$5,319
Assisted Living Communities in Ankeny, IA
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authentic reviews in Ankeny, IA below include 57 Assisted Living facilities with 595 reviews. On average in Ankeny, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.6 out of 5 stars.
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We’ve spent hundreds of hours compiling helpful information below these listings, ranging from assisted living costs statistics of in Ankeny, to local laws & regulations in the area, to nearby services and programs that can help older adults in the community thrive, and more.
57 Providers
Edencrest at Siena Hills
455 SW Ankeny Rd, Ankeny, IA 50023
"My husband just moved into Edencrest at Siena Hills. It looks beautiful, it's clean and the interaction with the staff...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$5,300
Rock Creek Senior Living
3602 NW 5th Street, Ankeny, IA 50023
"The rooms at Journey Senior Living of Ankeny have showers with already built-in shower seats, which is nice. They don't...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$3,615
Edencrest at Green Meadows
6750 Corporate Dr, Johnston, IA 50131
"My father stayed at Edencrest at Green Meadows. The staff was friendly and nice. His one-bedroom was nice and they put...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$5,200
Caring Stars Winner
Bickford of Urbandale
5915 Sutton Place, Urbandale, IA 50322
"My in-laws moved into Bickford of Urbandale. It's been great. It was recommended by the social worker at the hospital...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$4,563
Edencrest at Beaverdale
3410 Beaver Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
"Edencrest at Beaverdale was the most expensive place I visited. We had a local storm, and one of the interesting aspect...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$5,100
Ramsey Village
1611 27th St., Des Moines, IA 50301
"My grandmother moved to Ramsey Village. So far, they're very caring and considerate. They're meeting the needs that are...
Assisted LivingContinuing Care Communities+3
$3,360
Edencrest at Tuscany
1600 8th St SE, Altoona, IA 50009
"We toured Edencrest at Tuscany for my in-laws. Our overall experience was just what we expected. We met with Kevin, and...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$4,300
Edencrest at Pleasant Hill
6151 Martha Miller Dr, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327
"I toured Edencrest at Pleasant Hill. It's new, and the administrator who took me on the tour seemed like she knew what...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$4,300
Edencrest at Riverwoods
2210 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320
"We went to Edencrest, which I like the best. Everything was nice. The rooms were good, but it was my parents' opinion...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$2,900
Edencrest at Timberline
14001 Douglas Pkwy, Urbandale, IA 50323
Edencrest at Timberline, located at 14001 Douglas Parkway in Urbandale, Iowa, offers a comprehensive range of senior...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$4,400
Caring Stars Winner
Woodlands Creek Senior Living
12675 Woodlands Pkwy, Clive, IA 50325
"Everyone was very helpful and had smiles on their faces. I felt very comfortable. Everything was clean and the...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$5,900
Caring Stars Winner
Bickford of West Des Moines
5050 Hawthorne Dr., West Des Moines, IA 50265
"We went to Bickford of West Des Moines. It's a beautiful place, very secure. There were several common areas, and the...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$4,563
Caring Stars Winner
Independence Village Of Waukee
1650 SE Holiday Crest Circle, Waukee, IA 50263
"The staff genuinely cares for the residents. Daily, weekly & special activities keep the residents engaged in life and...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+2
$6,542
MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Jordan Creek
525 S 60th Street, West Des Moines, IA 50266
"We like MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Jordan Creek. It was well-appointed and bright, and the atmosphere...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$5,425
Edencrest Kettlestone
805 SE Tallgrass Ln, Waukee, IA 50263
"I like that everything is very modern and up to date at Edencrest Kettlestone. The staff is very good. My dad says the...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$4,700
Edencrest at the Legacy
2901 Cedar St, Norwalk, IA 50211
"My tour at Edencrest at The Legacy was very nice. Everything was pretty much included, like the laundry. They had a nice...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$4,000
Holland Farms Senior Living
2800 Sunset Drive, Norwalk, IA 50211
"Holland Farms Senior Living was nice. It was almost brand-new. It was only there for two years or so. The staff members...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$3,995
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Edencrest at Adel
621 302nd Place, Adel, IA 50003
Edencrest at Adel is a vibrant senior living community located at 621 302nd Place in the welcoming town of Adel, Iowa...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$4,400
Bickford of Ames
2418 Kent Ave., Ames, IA 50010
"I was impressed with Bickford of Ames. It was very nice inside. It was decorated nicely with fall decorations, which I...
Assisted Living
$4,106
Reviews of Communities Nearby
Assisted Living
Cheryl
5.0
Review of Edencrest at Siena Hills
I like everything about Edencrest at Siena Hills. It is an excellent facility. The staff was excellent. It's beautiful there, but the downside is the cost. The apartment was beautiful. Everything...
Assisted Living
ReviewerFY#0726a
4.0
Review of Independence Village of Ankeny
Generally, I thought the tour I had of Independence Village of Ankeny's assisted living was kind of an oversell. They were very enthusiastic, and they covered all the bases. Other than that, the...
Provider response
Hello, Thank you for touring Independence Village of Ankeny and for taking the time to share your impressions. We’re glad you found our community well-maintained and enjoyed the colorful...
Assisted Living
KCFam2
5.0
Review of Independence Village of Ankeny
From our very first tour to move-in and every visit since, we’ve felt nothing but warmth and welcome. The staff is incredibly caring, and it’s clear that the team has made great improvements over...
Provider response
Hello, Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! We’re so glad to hear that you and your dad have had such a positive journey with us at StoryPoint. It’s great to know that the...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Ankeny, IA and Nearby Cities
Assisted living facilities in Ankeny charge monthly median rates of $4,803, which is several hundred dollars over the Iowa norm of $4,367 and the national average of $4,500. West of Ankeny in Cedar Rapids, rates are a little lower at $4,748 per month, and in Ames, located about 25 miles north of Ankeny, care costs are more economical at $4,655. In Waterloo, fees come in about $240 lower than in Ankeny, and in Iowa City, care costs are about $400 less.
Ankeny
$4,803
Iowa
$4,367
United States
$4,500
Iowa City
$4,410
Ames
$4,655
Waterloo
$4,567
Cedar Rapids
$4,748
Paying for Assisted Living in Ankeny
In Ankeny, assisted living residents pay $4,803 per month for care and housing.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Ankeny
Qualifying seniors in Ankeny may apply to receive financial assistance through the Medicaid 1915 (c) Elderly Waiver program. Seniors who qualify for Supplemental Security Income may also receive the optional state supplement to help cover the cost of their care.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Iowa page.
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Iowa page.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Ankeny, IA
With rates of $4,803 per month, assisted living is an economically priced long-term care solution compared to other senior care options. Seniors in residential facilities pay about $1,000 less than those who obtain private in-home care or home health care services. Nursing home care, which includes around-the-clock medical supervision and services, is even costlier at $7,148. Only adult day health care is more affordable than assisted living at $1,517 per month.
In-Home Care
$5,815
Home Health Care
$5,815
Adult Day Health Care
$1,517
Assisted Living Facility
$4,803
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$7,148
Note: Data for Ankeny was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Des Moines, was used instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Ankeny
Ankeny and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free assisted living resources in Ankeny, please visit our Assisted Living in Iowa page.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Ankeny
Ankeny Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Iowa page for more information about these laws.
