
5900 PIONEER PARKWAY, Johnston, IA 50131
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5900 PIONEER PARKWAY, Johnston, IA 50131
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900 Polk Blvd, Des Moines, IA 50312
Welcome to Iowa Jewish Senior Life Center! The Life Center is committed to providing exceptional care and concern for the health and well-being of people of all faiths. Through individualized, multi-disciplinary planning, our team of experienced and compassionate health care professionals provides post-acute rehabilitation, long-term nursing care, Alzheimer’s, hospice and respite care. The Life Center offers exceptional nursing care to meet a wide spectrum of needs, including post-acute rehabilitation, long-term nursing home care, Alzheimer’s, hospice and respite care. Through our individualized, multi-disciplinary care planning process, each person receives The Life Center’s renowned care from our team of dedicated healthcare professionals. Our team works closely with each Resident, their family, physician, and other healthcare professionals to develop an optimized plan of care. 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
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1900 WEST THIRD PLACE, Indianola, IA 50125
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700 East University, Des Moines, IA 50316
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701 RIVERVIEW, Des Moines, IA 50316
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603 EAST 12TH STREET, 4TH FLOOR, Des Moines, IA 50309
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2625 Iowa Street, Perry, IA 50220
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715 SOUTH SECOND AVENUE, Winterset, IA 50273
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2001 KENNEDY STREET, Granger, IA 50109
Granger Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is located in Granger, Iowa. It offers a variety of care types, including skilled nursing care, short-term rehabilitation care, and respite care. The center provides both private and semi-private rooms, giving residents choices based on their preferences and needs.Residents can enjoy meals provided by the center, and organized activities and programs keep them engaged. The center also offers shared common areas, social activities and events, spiritual activities and programs, and facilitated field trips and outings. For added convenience, salon services and WiFi/internet access are available.Granger Nursing & Rehabilitation Center provides physical therapy and rehabilitation, special diets and dietary accommodations, and nurses on staff. Occupational therapy and rehabilitation are also available, along with assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) and diabetic care.
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411 E. Lane Street, Winterset, IA 50273
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680 COLE STREET, Carlisle, IA 50047
Carlisle Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is situated in Carlisle, IA, and specializes in memory care and assisted living services. It features apartments equipped with amenities such as living rooms and kitchenettes, helping residents maintain a comfortable and homelike environment. The facility includes a variety of amenities aimed at enhancing residents' quality of life. It features outdoor common areas where residents can enjoy fresh air and nature. Pets are allowed, creating an accommodating setting for those with animal companions. Organized activities and programs are available, providing numerous opportunities for engagement and social interaction. Communal dining is offered, where meals are provided to enhance the social mealtime experience. Residents have access to WiFi/internet, helping them stay connected with family and friends. Additionally, the center offers yoga and stretching sessions to promote physical wellness, along with facilitated field trips and outings to explore the community beyond the center. Regarding services, Carlisle Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center provides general transportation services, which assist residents in attending appointments and running errands. Housekeeping services are also available, ensuring that living spaces remain clean and tidy. This broad range of services and amenities is designed to support a comfortable and active lifestyle for residents.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
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2909 Woodland Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50312
Scottish Rite Park is a senior living community situated in Des Moines, IA. It offers a variety of care options, including Independent Living, Memory Care, Short-term Rehabilitation Care, Skilled Nursing Care, and Continuing Care Retirement Community. This range of services makes it suitable for seniors with diverse needs. The community features apartment-style living, with units that may include living rooms, dining areas, kitchens, and even dens or studies.The community is equipped with numerous amenities aimed at enhancing residents' quality of life. These include organized activities and programs, provided meals, a swimming pool, and transfer assistance. Residents have access to on-site parking, WiFi/Internet, shared common areas, and various entertainment options. For those interested in fitness and wellness, there are facilities and equipment available, along with mobility and wheelchair assistance. Regular safety and wellness checks are conducted, and a hot tub spa is available for relaxation. Dining options include an on-site restaurant and communal dining areas. Spiritual and social activities and events are also part of the community's offerings.Scottish Rite Park offers a comprehensive range of services to support its residents. These services include physical therapy and rehabilitation, nurses on staff, and medication management. Personal care services and general transportation services are available, along with a chef on staff to cater to dietary needs. Occupational therapy and rehabilitation services are also provided, as well as assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs). Medical transportation services and housekeeping services ensure that residents' needs are met efficiently and effectively.
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815 High Rd, Norwalk, IA 50211
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
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5815 Winwood Dr, Johnston, IA 50131
Welcome to Martina Place! Located on a beautifully-landscaped 15-acre campus, Bishop Drumm Retirement Center offers high quality care with a Christian approach. The continuing presence of the Sisters of Mercy provides that special quality of Christian love and understanding that has endured at Bishop Drumm since 1939.Martina Place offer personalized assistance supportive services and health-related care in a home-like environment. Residents enjoy the comfort and amenities of home with the security of 24-hour care and companionship of supportive staff. Martina Place is an assisted living residence that offers personal care that allows residents to remain as independent as possible. Services include help with bathing, dressing, grooming, and medication supervision. Working together with family members, our staff competes a support team whose goal is to help residents by caring for their mind, body and spirit. Quality respite care for those who need short-term assistance during recuperative periods is also offered. Martina Place was designed to help residents feel comfortable in their living environment. The one- and two-bedroom suites include a kitchenette and private bath. Groups of suites are clustered in neighborhoods that include a living room, family room, country kitchen and dining room. Residents can enjoy the outdoors on the screened front porch or enclosed courtyard. A variety of planned cultural, social, religious and recreational activites are available for residents to remain active and involved. Scheduled transportation is also available for medical appointments, shopping and other destinations. 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
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600 EAST FIFTH STREET, Des Moines, IA 50309
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1370 NW 114th St, Ste 100, Clive, IA 50325
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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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233 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314
Welcome to Arbor Heights Assisted Living! For those looking for an more independent lifestyle, Arbor Heights Assisted Living, located within University Park, is the perfect place to call home. Arbor Heights offers the privacy and comfort of apartment living and provides support services as needed. 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
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114 CARTER STREET SW, Mitchellville, IA 50169
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401 W Salem Ave, Indianola, IA 50125
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Nursing Homes
John_62
3.0
Review of Harmony West Des Moines
Harmony West Des Moines is okay. The facility is fairly well-kept. It is a two-level complex with their short-term upstairs and their long-term downstairs, but they do not have a memory care unit....
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Michelle
4.0
Review of Pine Acres Rehabilitation and Care Center
The primary thing we liked about Pine Acres Rehabilitation And Care Center was that they have Medicaid beds immediately available. Secondly, just walking in and seeing the seniors that were there...
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dhalblom
4.0
Review of Harmony West Des Moines
Therapy was great. The beds were not the most comfortable.
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Rates for skilled nursing facilities in West Des Moines are significantly lower than the national median of $7,908 but a few hundred dollars above the state’s average of $6,874. In the cities of Ames and Waterloo, nursing home costs are in line with the Iowa norm and lower than in West Des Moines. Costs in Cedar Rapids are $304 lower, while seniors in Iowa city pay $76 less on average than in West Des Moines.
West Des Moines
$7,148
Iowa
$6,874
The United States
$7,908
Ames
$6,874
Waterloo
$6,874
Cedar Rapids
$6,844
Iowa City
$7,072
West Des Moines nursing homes can accommodate residents in semiprivate rooms for $7,148 per month on average and in private rooms for $7,756.
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.
Placing a senior loved one in institutionalized care is a difficult decision to make; other types of care might better suit their needs and budget. Home care and home health care in West Des Moines cost around $5,815 each month. Seniors can maintain their independence while receiving residential care in an assisted living community for an average monthly cost of $4,803. Adult day health care providers in the region charge around $1,517 per month.
Home Care
$5,815
Home Health Care
$5,815
Adult Day Health Care
$1,517
Assisted Living Facility
$4,803
Nursing Home (semiprivate room)
$7,148
Nursing Home (private room)
$7,756
These resources are run by nonprofit and government agencies. They can help seniors apply for help with the cost of their long-term care and find other benefits they might be eligible for. Some programs can help older adults postpone a nursing home placement.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Aging Resources of Central Iowa | (515) 255-1310 | As the regional Area Agency on Aging, Aging Resources of Central Iowa is the first point of contact between older adults and local programs. The nonprofit’s information and referral line connects seniors to services and benefits they are eligible for, and it can help them plan for their long-term care. |
The SHIIP-SMP Program | (800) 351-4664 | This statewide service helps Medicare beneficiaries learn about the complexities of Medicare on a one-to-one basis with a trained counselor. Seniors can receive advice on all Medicare-related topics, including how to access financial aid programs to pay for their care. |
WesleyLife Meals on Wheels | (515) 699-3243 | Homebound seniors in West Des Moines can receive weekday lunches through this program. Meals on Wheels delivers low-cost, fresh, nutritious food during the week and provides frozen meals to last for the weekends. |
Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (515) 725-3308 | The Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman is part of the State’s Department of Aging. Nursing home residents and their loved ones can get in touch with the ombudsman to express concerns about individual facilities. Volunteers investigate complaints and inspect facilities to ensure they offer a suitable level of care. |
Home- and Community-Based Services Elderly Waiver | (515) 256-4606 | This is a statewide Medicaid waiver that can help older adults who qualify for nursing home placement receive care in the community. Low-income seniors may benefit from an in-home caregiver and receive skilled nursing care and medical transportation services. |