The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Polk County, IA for 2025

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...

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 ...

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...

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...

Vintage Hills is a very nice place. They were very accommodating. It was very clean and modern. They had a very good food. My father was there for 8 months. We had to move him out of the facility because he exceeded their level of care. He had had so...

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 w...

We toured The Rose of Ames. I was pleasantly surprised. The rooms and dining area were nice. The coordinator was very helpful with figuring out financial stuff and everything. They were helpful and nice, giving us all the information we needed. I di...

My dad has been in Windsor Manor since June 1st. They are very friendly and accommodating, and they made us feel very welcome right away. It was a smaller facility. He’s got a medium sized, one-bedroom; it’s very clean, it smells nice, and it has fre...

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Welcome to Regency Care Center! Offering comprehensive rehabilitation-to-home care, long-term care, and an assisted living community, Regency Care Center is entirely focused on helping residents meet their full potential. With the recent completion of a new, dedicated rehab-to-home wing, Regency Care’s private suites, as well as our private and semi-private rooms, feature amenities and services that enhance the quality of life for every resident. A respected health care provider in Norwalk for more than 40 years, Regency Care specializes in serving as the bridge between hospital and home. Working closely with Des Moines area hospitals to provide therapy-centered care to rehabilitation and skilled nursing residents, Regency Care offers the support residents need to remain as active and vibrant as possible. Regency offers a complete range of services and amenities in our assisted living community, all with the goal of helping residents stay as active and vibrant as possible. Our comfortable one- and two-bedroom apartments include meals, housekeeping, and laundry service, as well as access to a whirlpool and library. We also have a private dining area that is perfect for parties or special occasions with family. Beyond the amenities, Regency has a comprehensive therapy program on site, which includes physical, occupational, and speech therapies. Additionally, we offer around-the-clock care and medication management from certified nursing staff, and have a licensed RN on site five days a week. Our robust activities calendar adds another layer of stimulation and interaction for residents, and Regency’s full-time activity director plans daily activities in our large, welcoming activity room and frequent outings to go shopping or simply just to have fun. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Iowa Department of Inspections and Appeals Health Facility Database

To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Iowa Department of Inspections and Appeals Health Facility Database

Thomas Place at Waukee is a 55+ retirement community conveniently located near the Des Moines Golf and Country Club. Waukee, IA, a fast-growing city of around 20,000 that still has a "hometown" feel, boasts beautiful trails and parks ideal for retirees who enjoy being active outdoors. Thomas Place at Waukee offers independent living options for seniors who are age 55 and older. One bed, one bath and two bed, two bath floor plans are available in all apartments. All floor plans include spacious kitchens and granite countertops as well as private balconies plus room for a washer and dryer. Built in 2011, the buildings include a covered drop-off area in the entryway as well as spacious, well-lit common areas with beautiful architectural details including stone fireplaces and coffered ceilings. Residents at Thomas Place at Waukee can rest easy thanks to on-site management and maintenance teams. They can also keep in shape at the facility's fitness center. An arts and crafts room, library and pool table all provide excellent outlets for fun and socialization. Indoor heated parking comes in handy during Iowa winters, and a PC room helps residents stay connected with other friends and family using email and the Internet. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Iowa Department of Inspections and Appeals Health Facility Database