Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Ankeny, IA below include 45 nursing homes with 321 reviews.
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1201 Southeast Mill Pond Court, Ankeny, IA 50021
4.4
(11 reviews)
"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 c..."
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3510 Northwest Abilene Road, Ankeny, IA 50023
3.3
(3 reviews)
"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..."
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410 N W ASH DRIVE, Ankeny, IA 50021
4.0
(1 reviews)
"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 quit..."
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715 SW ANKENY ROAD, Ankeny, IA 50021
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.
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1650 SE Holiday Crest Circle, Waukee, IA 50263
4.6
(44 reviews)
"All the rooms have large windows with nice views. The staff here are very friendly and are involved with all the residents every day. We have 3 choice’s every day at the noon meal. Fun entertainment every week. I think this is the best retirement com..."
$3,600
1611 27th St., Des Moines, IA 50301
4.0
(27 reviews)
"My mother has moved into Ramsey Village. The employees there are very helpful and extremely friendly. They know all their residents and they treat them all with respect. They appear to have, and have so far after the first week, been able to provide ..."
$2,624
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5800 NE 12TH AVENUE, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Parkridge Specialty Care is excellent. The staff is wonderful and caring. They have a lot of compassion for the residents. My dad's room is wonderful. It's a clean and good-sized room. We were allowed to bring stuff from home and decorate it. My dad ..."
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3300 George W Carver Avenue, Ames, IA 50010
5.0
(9 reviews)
"My mother-in-law moved to Northridge Village. The food is very good and they have a wide variety. It was well-prepared and very tasty. The building I think is seven years old. It's very clean, very well-maintained, and has big windows in the apartmen..."
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4614 Nw 84Th Street, Urbandale, IA 50322
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My friend will be moving into Urbandale Health Care Center. It's got the highest ratings for a care center. They've got nice people, it's clean, and nice, and because she is tight on money, she's on Medicaid, and they would take her. I haven't gotten..."
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908 US-69, Huxley, IA 50124
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I checked out Ballard Creek for my mom. It was very clean, they have very friendly staff, it's small so they knew everybody's name. They have activities that they do, there's a chapel, there's a game room, there's a beauty salon there. People can com..."
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4755 PARKRIDGE AVENUE, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My mother had to go to Parkridge Specialty Care. She’s only been there since Friday; so far, so good. The staff and cleanliness are very good. ..."
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3605 Elm Dr, Urbandale, IA 50322
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My parents moved into Karen Acres Healthcare Center. The employees seem to be very caring about the residents. I like that my parents are in the same room, and they have a private bath. The rooms are fine. The building was probably built in the seven..."
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815 W High Rd., Norwalk, IA 50211
4.7
(4 reviews)
"Regency Care Center is gorgeous. Any person that needs assisted living would be immensely happy here, and not to mention I want to add they don't necessarily have to wait for the elderly waiver. They will help them get this stuff going. It was just ..."
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200 SW Brookside Drive, Grimes, IA 50111
4.6
(13 reviews)
"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 ..."
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1203 North E St., Indianola, IA 50125
4.6
(3 reviews)
"My relative is a resident of The Village. It's very clean. He's very well kept, and he has very good care. He's always clean and looks clean. They get him up and around, and he likes the food a lot. I really do like it a lot. We were just thinking ma..."
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708 S Jefferson Way, Indianola, IA 50125
4.6
(3 reviews)
"My mother-in-law was in Good Samaritan Society - Indianola for rehab. It was very pleasant, it was a good experience. It was very clean, they were very organized. They even came to the house afterward, and still give her some extra care, the nurses a..."
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1204 Linden St, Dallas Center, IA 50063
4.5
(2 reviews)
"We toured Spurgeon Manor. The rooms were bigger and carpeted. They had more options for activities. They had more to offer, and the facility was much bigger. They have more food options. They have three choices for a meal versus the other place where..."
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2909 Woodland Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312
4.5
(2 reviews)
"My husband and I live at Scottish Rite Park. We have been here for 10 years, so this is home for us. We are in an independent living situation, but adjacent to us in the building, we have health care, memory care, and assisted living. So it's a full ..."
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2205 Green Hills Drive, Ames, IA 50014
4.5
(4 reviews)
"The staff who gave us the tour of Green Hills Health Care Center was very friendly and helpful. Their rooms were fine, it's more expensive than what we could spend. The place itself is very nice and large, they can accommodate if my mom needs more me..."
$1,818
2785 1st Avenue South, Altoona, IA 50009
4.3
(8 reviews)
"The location of Prairie Vista Village is ideal for me because it's close to two of my sons and I like that the home has a patio, which I like having in my apartment. I like the idea that there are two meals a day included in the rent. The rent was af..."
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Sara85
4.0
Review of Sunny View 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...
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Mike12
3.0
Review of The Bridges At Ankeny
My mother stayed at The Bridges at Ankeny. They had a good nursing staff. The facility was clean. We didn't see any activities. They were very expensive, that's why we moved her out of there. Some...
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parkinglot1988
2.0
Review of The Bridges At Ankeny
Something has definitely changed in the food quality here over the last couple of days. It’s disgusting, I can’t believe that my aunt it’s paying all this money for basically dog food. I wish I...
When comparing the monthly average costs of semiprivate nursing home rooms in Ankeny with those of other areas, Ankeny’s costs are $608 cheaper than that of the average U.S. city. However, Ankeny’s nursing home costs are $578 more expensive than the state average. Seniors living in Cedar Rapids and Iowa City pay $608 and $289 less a month, respectively, for nursing home care than they do in Ankeny, while equivalent care in the Waterloo area is just $30 cheaper per month.
Ankeny
$7,148
Iowa
$6,570
The United States
$7,756
Ames
$7,080
Iowa City
$6,859
Cedar Rapids
$6,540
Waterloo Area
$7,118
A semiprivate room in an Ankeny nursing home averages $7,148 a month. The corresponding price for a private room is $7,604.
Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.
If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.
Other types of senior care in Ankeny are important to consider when comparing costs. Adult day care services are the least expensive option at $1,517. Home care and home health care cost $5,148 a month each, with assisted living facilities slightly less pricey at $5,005. Nursing homes are more expensive, with a semiprivate room averaging $7,148 and a private room costing $7,604 per month.
Home care
$5,148
Home health care
$5,148
Adult day care
$1,517
Assisted living
$5,005
Nursing home (semiprivate room)
$7,148
Nursing home (private room)
$7,604
This table of resources may be helpful for seniors living in Ankeny. Some of the services and programs listed make it easier for the elderly to age in place in their own homes, delaying or completely avoiding nursing home placement. Other resources help seniors better understand and get the nursing home care they need.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Polk County Senior Services | 515-286-3484 | Polk County offers senior citizen services at the Ankeny Senior Citizen Center. Transportation to community dining sites is available, as are rides for weekly grocery shopping trips. A Meals on Wheels program delivers lunches to homebound seniors; a financial management counseling service is also offered to seniors and others with low incomes. Other Polk County services include fitness classes, tai chi lessons and bingo games. An annual Senior Fest & Health Fair is held each May at the Iowa State Fairgrounds in Des Moines. |
| Ankeny Service Center | 515-965-1976 | This organization coordinates and provides services such as the Our Daily Bread program, which offers baked goods twice weekly to Ankeny seniors in need. The Ankeny Service Center also provides transportation assistance for medical appointments and errands, food vouchers for perishable items, and referral services to other service organizations. |
| Aging Resources of Central Iowa | 515-255-1310 | This Area Agency on Aging serving Polk County helps seniors live independent and dignified lives in their homes and neighborhoods. The organization helps older adults connect with useful services and programs, such as the Arthritis Foundation’s Walk With Ease program, which helps keep seniors active and prevent falls. A family caregiver program answers questions and provides emotional support to loved ones. A variety of nutrition and wellness programs include hot-meal delivery, congregate meals, nutrition education and similar assistance. |
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