Continuing Care Retirement Communities Communities in Reinbeck, IA

Western Home Communities - Windcove, located in Cedar Falls, IA, is a senior living provider that specializes in independent living. It offers apartment-style living where seniors can enjoy their own space with the comfort of having various amenities and services nearby. The community provides a range of room amenities designed to cater to the needs and preferences of its residents. While not all apartments may have the same features, some come equipped with full kitchens and other convenient amenities to enhance the living experience. The amenities at Western Home Communities - Windcove are extensive and aim to promote an active and social lifestyle. Residents can enjoy delicious meals without the hassle of cooking, as meals are provided. For safety and peace of mind, an emergency response system is in place. The community also encourages social interaction and physical activity through organized activities and programs, a swimming pool, and communal dining areas. Social events, walking and hiking areas, entertainment, health and wellness programs, and facilitated field trips offer a variety of options for residents to stay engaged and connected. Additionally, fitness and wellness facilities are available for those who wish to maintain their physical health, and shared common areas provide spaces for relaxation and socialization. To support a comfortable and convenient lifestyle, Western Home Communities - Windcove offers essential services such as general transportation and housekeeping. These services ensure that residents can easily travel to appointments or outings and enjoy a clean living environment without the burden of maintenance. Overall, the community strives to provide a welcoming and supportive environment for seniors who value their independence but also appreciate having access to assistance and opportunities for engagement.

"When my elderly mother could no longer live at home, she became a resident of The Lutheran Home. Diagnosed several years earlier with Alzheimer's disease, she was a wanderer and initially had to be in a special dementia unit of the home. We'd waited as long as possible to relocate her to a care facility, because she was a very independent woman who really valued her freedom. From the start, I was impressed with the facility. This was not only because of its clean, comfortable and well-kept facility and grounds, but because of its people. Everyone was very friendly, and above all, they seemed to really care for their patients, even though they had many patients to care for, along with many challenges in dealing with day-to-day situations and problems of the elderly and infirmed.But even with the best of intentions, nursing home staff can't do all of the care for your loved one without your support and participation. My mother was very hard of hearing, and relied on a hearing aid as an important tool in communicating with the outside world. The staff cheerfully agreed to help with her hearing aid, keeping it in a secure place and putting it into her ear every day. But family members need to remember to take the hearing aid for cleanings and make sure the batteries work. The staff of the nursing home can't do it along, and small cooperative efforts like that can make a big difference for a nursing home resident.Without a doubt, my best impression of the Lutheran Home was from one of the saddest nights of my life. Nursing home staff called me in the late afternoon to let me know that Mom probably wouldn't make it through the night, and I went to be with her. It turned out that my brother and sister were both working out of town, so I sat with Mom alone. But we weren't alone.The nurse on duty visited frequently to not only see how Mom was, but to check on me as well. Aides came every hour to perform tasks to make sure that she was comfortable. In the middle of the night, they brought me a tray of snacks and coffee. And when Mom passed away the next morning, all of the staff on duty in the ward asked if they could clean her. They lovingly cleaned her body and combed her hair, and I remember so clearly that they were all crying as they invited me back into her room to see her lying peacefully in her bed. To me, that experience was symbolic of the loving attention Mom had received at the Lutheran Home - from people who weren't just doing a job, but seemed to sincerely care for the residents as people. It was something for which I will also be grateful. "

"I am going to move into Landmark Commons - Friendship Village in about 2 ½ months because we liked it very much. The staff was thoughtful and very caring, and they showed us numerous spaces and places to consider. Depending upon the size that you are procuring, the room is very nicely laid out and well-established. I have been invited over the past couple of years, so we knew about that. The food is very tasty. I have a strange and strict diet to partake in, so it is kind of difficult, but they are able to meet my requirements."

"My sister is in Bartels Lutheran Retirement Community. They haven't had COVID. From the help to the residents and everything, I have been very, very pleased so I can give them the very best rating. I find them very professional and very warm. My twin had to be taken to the hospital and the follow-up was very good. They keep me informed, and I only have positive things to say. They're four years old but very nice, very clean, and aesthetically pleasant. The cooks are outstanding, too. I only hear from staff, my twin, and the residents and they say the food is very good. I'm not familiar with all the activities my twin participates in. They have a calendar with monthly, daily, and weekly activities. I have been all over. Not only familiar with here, but other areas and all of them do the best they can, but we are deeply pleased with our choice."