Nursing Home Communities in Ames, IA

"Bethany Manor is really good, and they got a lot of really good helping staff. It's a new addition on to the building there, and it's a brand new and nice building. My wife is with another occupant, and their room is a pretty good size and plenty big enough. They have a couple of physical therapy rooms and different exercise things. They have dieticians and people checking and testing how my wife is able to swallow different food which she won't have trouble swallowing. There's a nurse practitioner who can prescribe medications, take blood, and take it down the lab to be tested. "

"Eastern Star has a nursing home, independent living, an Alzheimer’s unit, and all within one facility so they would never have to move. You can have two bedroom and one bedroom, and the nursing home just had one big room with a nice bathroom on the side. A few people don’t have their own bathroom. You can bring your own dresser and TV, and they have a twin size bed. They have Bingo, cards, singing, they celebrate birthdays, and kids from school comes and do performances. I have eaten there a couple of times. The food is very good, and you have 3 or 4 choices in each category. I know some residents and they like it there. "

"Madrid Home for the Aged was willing to take my mother in the condition she was in. It's a very caring community. They were also aware of her financial situation and they're willing to work with us on that. They also have the extended care that she will need up until the hospice and respite care. And they were just very good to work with on our levels. "

"We found Polk City Nursing & Rehabilitation Center for my brother. It's a care center also. He's been there probably about five weeks now. His situation has improved. The skilled care there has been exceptional. They've really helped him improve his situation. He's much better than he was when we first took him in. I'm very impressed with the staff. He is on Medicaid, so his room is a typical Medicaid room. It's a little bit bigger than what we have looked at other places. It meets what we expected. The food seems fine; I know he's very, very happy with it. The place is very clean. You can tell that they try to keep the public areas, the sitting areas, and everything clean."

"My husband was at The Bridges at Ankeny, and he received excellent care. I was very happy with the care, and I was especially happy with their discharge planning because they were very clear about what his needs were and that kind of thing. They have a very nice and wonderful staff. My husband was on soft food, and they had to grind up all the food and everything. He was on a special diet, and as far as I could tell, it was fine. But my husband didn't like having to be on a special diet. His room was private, and it was good. The facility was beautiful, very well kept, and new. I didn't see any activities, and my husband didn't want any. But he did have physical therapy, so that kept him occupied. Medicare paid for this at this point because he came from a hospital."

"My mother is quite happy at Accura Healthcare of Ogden. The staff has been very good. They have done a great job with her. She has a very nice private room, which is a studio type. It is home for her. They offered speech and physical therapies. They have a game room, and they play cards a lot. They have a TV or movie room. I had problems with the administrator, but other than that they have done a good job. The facility itself is old, but it still serves its purpose. It is nice, but it is an old building. It's all paid for by insurance. If you have been vaccinated for COVID, you can just go in, but wear a mask."

Zearing Health Care Center, located in Zearing, IA, offers a variety of care types including Skilled Nursing Care, Short-term Rehabilitation Care, Hospice Care, and Respite Care. This center is designed to cater to the needs of seniors requiring different levels of support and medical attention. The facility provides private rooms, ensuring a personal space for each resident to feel comfortable and at home.The room amenities at Zearing Health Care Center include options for residents to enjoy a comfortable and convenient lifestyle. While specific amenities per room can vary, the center ensures that essential needs are met with care and attention. The facility itself boasts a range of amenities aimed at enhancing the living experience of its residents. These include entertainment and social activities, WiFi and internet access, salon services, and spiritual programs, all of which are designed to keep residents engaged and connected.In terms of services, Zearing Health Care Center is well-equipped to provide comprehensive care and support to its residents. The center offers physical and occupational therapy and rehabilitation services, which are crucial for residents recovering from illness or injury. Additionally, there are nurses and therapists on staff to assist with medical needs and medication management. Housekeeping services are also provided to ensure a clean and tidy living environment for all residents. This combination of amenities and services helps create a supportive and caring community for seniors at Zearing Health Care Center.

"Sunny View Care Center is a small facility. The staff was very helpful. They were very willing and very able to answer questions. They were pleasant. They seemed like they wanted to connect and fill out what the person needed. However, it wasn't quite as neatly kept. Not that it didn't look like they weren't able to do the job, but I felt more comfortable over at the other place. The first thing I walked into was a cafeteria. It was nice. It wasn't dirty. But it was more hectic and congested because it was smaller than the other place."

"Mill-Pond was nice, but Ankeny is not close to our doctors or family. The staff was very nice. We have a friend there, and she loves it. It was very clean. Everybody was helpful. Because of the virus, we couldn't see any of the rooms. The rooms you could see were not taken, but they were vacuumed, clean, and very nice. The dining area was OK. They had to do distancing. There were very few people there because of the virus, so they did a very good job. If people came down to eat, everybody was far away from each other."

On With Life, located in Ankeny, IA, is a senior living provider that offers a variety of care types, including Short-term Rehabilitation Care and Independent Living. This community provides different types of living spaces to meet the needs of its residents, such as Private Rooms, Independent Living Apartments, and Guest Rooms. Some of these rooms come equipped with full kitchens, allowing residents the option to prepare their own meals if they choose.The amenities at On With Life are designed to enhance the living experience of its residents. The community boasts outdoor common areas and a garden, providing a serene environment for relaxation and enjoyment of the outdoors. Meals are provided, ensuring that residents have access to nutritious food without the hassle of cooking. For those who enjoy staying active, there are walking and hiking areas, along with ambulatory assistance features to support residents who may need a little extra help. The community also offers shared common areas and WiFi/Internet access, making it easy for residents to socialize and stay connected with loved ones.In terms of services, On With Life focuses on rehabilitation, with Physical Therapy/Rehabilitation and Occupational Therapy/Rehabilitation available on-site. Therapists are on staff to assist residents in their recovery and maintenance of physical abilities. This comprehensive approach to care ensures that residents receive the support they need while enjoying the comforts and amenities of the community.

State Center Specialty Care, located in State Center, IA, offers a variety of care types including Skilled Nursing Care, Short-term Rehabilitation Care, Hospice Care, and Respite Care. This community provides different room types to meet the needs of its residents, including Semi-Private Rooms and Private Rooms. Each room comes with certain amenities to ensure the comfort and convenience of the residents, although specific amenities were not listed, it's common for such facilities to focus on creating a homely environment.The community is designed with several amenities to enhance the living experience of its residents. These include Outdoor Common Areas and Enclosed/Secured Outdoor Common Areas, which are perfect for residents who enjoy spending time outdoors. For those who enjoy social activities, the community offers Organized Activities/Programs, Social Activities/Events, and even Facilitated Field Trips/Outings. Meals are provided in Communal Dining settings, promoting social interactions during meal times. Additionally, the community offers Salon Services for personal grooming and Spiritual Activities/Programs for spiritual well-being.State Center Specialty Care also provides a range of services aimed at meeting the health and wellness needs of its residents. Medication Management/Services and Nurses on Staff ensure that residents receive proper medical care and support. For those in need of rehabilitation, the community offers Physical Therapy/Rehabilitation and Occupational Therapy/Rehabilitation with Therapists on Staff. Special Diets/Dietary Accommodations are also available for residents with specific dietary needs. This comprehensive approach to care and wellness ensures that residents have access to the services they need within the community.

"Bishop Drumm Retirement Center was very nice, but it was very expensive. It's a buy in and I'm not ready for that. I would recommend it. It's very pretty and very clean. The rooms were very well appointed, but a little small. They had a good activities program. The staff was very friendly. Everything clicked very well. Everyone was very nice. The amenities were nice. The grounds were well kept."

"After my life altering accident, the cnas, nurses and staff were caring and have put me on a great road to recovery. They created a comfortable, healing environment & helped me set up my room and electronics to feel as close to home as possible. Thank you all so much! This place has an outstanding therapy dept. They have given me the most wonderful gift of teaching me to walk again! Thank you everyone!"

"My Mom, Brother and I went to tour KennyBrook Assisted Living for my Mom and were very happy with what we saw. The staff were very kind, open, and upbeat. The available unit has a cute kitchenette, a decent size living room, a large bedroom with walk-in closet, and a nice bathroom with walk-in shower. They have a dining room serving 3 meals a day with several choices each meal. Several areas for residents to gather and play cards, work puzzles, read, or just talk. A chapel that also poses as a movie theater room once a week for movie nights, a community room for exercising crafts, and games, a private dining area you can reserve for a family party, fitness room, on-site beauty salon and a coffee shop with cookies! There is also a physical therapy room if needed or prescribed by a doctor that insurance covers. They also do off-site activities (that day they went to Fareway and had a Rootbeer Float Social,) and have free transportation within a 15 mile radius, which is awesome for doctor appointments. Their staff is trained on medicine management and their director is also a nurse. They have a doctor visit on site once a week, as well. My mom was very hesitant when we went, not knowing if a retirement community was truly for her, but before we left, she was all ready to sign the papers!! I think it will be a wonderful place for her to spend her remaining years. I am rating the staff and facilities top stars. I am not yet putting a rating for the food, as we have not experienced it yet, however, the menu looked delicious!!!"