My dad moved into Glen Oaks Alzheimer's Special Care Center. First off, their staff there is fabulous. They've been very helpful. They had to do an emergency intake on my dad from the hospital to the care center. It was a Saturday, they stepped up, and they did it. I was so grateful for that. I just love the atmosphere at the place. It's warm and friendly. All of the employees so far have just been wonderful. The facility is great. It's warm and cozy. The residents are free to walk around. They have a big hallway that goes in a circle, and they can just walk around. Everybody is out in the hallway and not stuck in a bedroom. It's like a home.
They have a beauty salon and barbershop. One thing I like is they follow the Spark program, which is a Montessori-based program to get their residents involved in everyday life of the community. If somebody likes to make a bed, then the resident can help make the beds. If somebody likes to clean up after lunch and clean up the table, then they are allowed to do that for the whole community. So I like that aspect of it.
Glen Oaks Alzheimer's Special Care Center
Offers Memory Care
5 Reviews
8525 Urbandale Avenue, Urbandale, IA 50322
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(800) 385-2527
Reviews of Glen Oaks Alzheimer's Special Care Center
Memory Care Reviews for Glen Oaks Alzheimer's Special Care Center
November 21, 2021
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
August 30, 2021
I visited this facility
Glen Oaks Alzheimer's Special Care Center was very nice, but the downfall for me for that one was the price. it's specifically memory care, which I like; at the same time, the costs were significantly higher than the others. The staff seemed very friendly. They knew the residents. I liked that they specialized in the Alzheimer's care. The facility was nice and well kept. The staff knew the residents, and they interacted with them. They had a little activity room. The residents could be out of their rooms, and they had outdoor space that was nice.
May 10, 2016
I visited this facility
Glen Oaks Alzheimer's Special Care Center was my second choice because I really thought it was a great place. The rooms were very nice with very pleasant atmosphere. The staff was great and very willing to help in any way. They had quite a few activities going on while I was there. The dining room looked very nice. I was really happy with this place.
February 27, 2014
I am a friend or relative of a resident
Glen Oaks seemed like a good community and had good activities. My husband didn't have any complaints about them. His room was always neat and clean. The staff was good. The financial manager, Kristen, always had a big smile. The boy named Troy was always very accommodating.
I've eaten there with him and the food looked good. They had cafeteria style. They also had entertainment. Children would come in to dance. They had TV, checkers, but I didn't see any people watching or doing checkers. I didn't see anybody play the piano. I didn't see any one sitting around the fireplace. Mostly would watch TV or be in their wheelchairs, kind of huddle around and hang close to the door. They wanted out.
October 31, 2011
I am a friend or relative of a resident
I have found the staff at emeritus to be very friendly and helpfu> they have done thier best to make the move for my father the best possible.
Costs for Glen Oaks Alzheimer's Special Care Center
Services and Amenities of Glen Oaks Alzheimer's Special Care Center
Costs
- Rent Plus Care Fees
- Entry Fee
- Fee Structure Extra: 2000
- Memory Care Starting At: $6725/month
Room and housing options
- Companion Suites: We Offer Companion Suites
- Studio Apartments
Dining options
- Dining Room Shared Meals
Features
- Beauty Barber Shop
- Resident Transportation
- Party Space
- Hiking Trails
- Tv Room
- Garden And Patio
- Security Gate
- Spa
- Features Extra: Library
Cleaning services
- Laundry For Linens
- Housekeeping
- Laundry For Clothing
Technology and entertainment
- Cable In Rooms
- Internet Enabled Rooms
- Wifi
- Technology Extra: Emergency Call System
Health services
- Medication Management
- Nurse On Staff: Yes
Activities
- Offsite Activities
- Music
- Games
- Stories
- Religious Services
- Lectures Discussions
- Book Clubs
- Fitness Room
- Yoga
- Gardening
- Cooking
- Arts And Crafts
Financial guidance
- Financing Advice
Guest services
- Guest Parking
- Guests At Mealtime
General
- Resident Capacity: 66
- Respite Care
- Minimum Age: None
- Pets: No Pets Allowed
Licenses
- State Licenses: 775543
About Glen Oaks Alzheimer's Special Care Center
Founded in 2007, Glen Oaks Alzheimer’s Special Care Center has been providing the best quality Memory Care services to the residents of Waukee, Urbandale, Johnston, West Des Moines, Clive, Windsor Heights and Ankeny.
When the time comes to transition a loved one to a Memory Care community, we know how difficult the decision making process can be with regard to choosing the right one.
The caring and compassionate team at Glen Oaks Alzheimer’s Special Care Center is here to support families every step of the way. Call us with any questions. We'd love to be a resource for you as you navigate this journey. Every one of our residents is treated with the respect and dignity that they deserve. Our at-home atmosphere is very comforting to them and their families. The building itself was designed with Memory Care in mind.
You can rest assured that our highly personalized care plans will provide your loved one with the best care possible.
The best way to evaluate a community is to experience it firsthand. Please stop by anytime to take a look around. We look forward to seeing you.
What Makes Us Special
Our success (and the reason residents and family members alike love our communities) is due to our award-winning SPARK care program. This research-based approach is inspired by Montessori Methods and is key to providing life-changing services to residents. SPARK focuses on engagement, a social lifestyle, and inclusion within the community at large. The SPARK method is based on the teachings and research of Maria Montessori and Dr. Cameron J. Camp and is proven to significantly increase engagement, improve skills and give a sense of meaning and purpose to all despite deficits. Our communities utilize special assessment tools which go beyond traditional healthcare assessments to focus on what the person can do, rather than what they cannot. SPARK places ultimate focus on supporting our residents’ ideas, choices, and independence. We empower residents to create a community that speaks to them. Our staff foster the natural spark within each individual by encouraging new ideas and helping to make these ideas a reality.
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