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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Van Meter, IA
If you’re looking for assisted living in Van Meter, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Van Meter or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Van Meter.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Van Meter for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 10 assisted living facilities in the Van Meter area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Drake, Waveland Park and Beaverdale.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Des Moines, Urbandale and Indianola.
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Independence Village of Waukee was a very nice place, but it was just too expensive for me. Everyone there was so friendly. They offer a lot of fun activities to stay busy.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At Independence Village, everything we do is for you. From personalized services to help you make the most of every day to menus crafted with a mix of old favorites and new options, fulfilling your wants and needs is our highest priority. Our community offers independent living, assisted living,...
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In the last 18 months I’ve toured many senior living options to find a place for my mom. Bickford in West Des Moines didn’t hit my radar right away and I wish it had. The staff is kind, the nurse has been...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
If you're seeking a dynamic senior living community, look no further than Bickford. It's where delicious food made from scratch, ever-present friendly caregivers, and a bustling social calendar come together. But that's not all; our HigherPath senior health model, known nationally for its...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Edgewater, a WesleyLife community, is characterized by quality that is second to none and our commitment to making every part of life a positive experience.We believe that: Real Wellness promotes good health for your entire mind, body and spirit.True Hospitality encourages personal choice and...
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Adel Assisted Living was very easy to work with and everyone was very friendly and helpful. It is nice and quiet but they do have activities. The fact they have 24 hour medical personnel available is a...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Located in a quiet neighborhood in the City of Adel, these apartments feature spacious living accommodations in a relaxing atmosphere. The 24-unit project at Adel Assisted Living also offers community areas for socializing and delicious meals. Wesley Services provides 24 hour on-site staff to...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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We have really been happy with the friendliness of the staff members. Our loved one says nice things about the care she is getting, and every time we come to visit she is clean, well dressed and nails always...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Embrace the next chapter of your life while unlocking a world of possibilities. Welcome to Grand Living at Tower Place — where the search for a remarkable senior living community ends and the dream continues.Grand Living offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. You...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of assisted living in Van Meter, IA
The average cost of senior living in Van Meter is $4,443 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Windsor Heights, IA with an average of $4,356 per month.
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What families are saying about assisted living in Van Meter
Recent reviews for assisted living in Van Meter
The Bridges at Ankeny
4.8
My mom stayed at The Bridges for her rehab after her shoulder surgery. The therapy team was amazing and always took the time with her. She is grateful to have recovered and is back home. But, if we need to go somewhere in the future THE BRIDGES IS WHERE WE WOULD GO!!
Bishop Drumm Retirement Center in Johnston, IA
5.0
My dad is doing really good after picking this community from the list we got from A Place For Mom. He is enjoying the meals they make. He has tried some activities and he knows some people who live here. The staff has been great. I cant tell he is happy and when he calls he tells me good ...
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Woodlands Creek Senior Living in Clive, IA
5.0
My mom, my sister and I are 100% happy with our choice. Mom's care has been wonderful. I feel she has lived longer because of their facility. Honestly, the staff at Woodlands Creek are just the best. The building itself is so clean and the apartment sizes and layouts are nice and spacious. ...
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Van Meter assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Van Meter assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Van Meter, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Van Meter assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Van Meter that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
30%
51.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40%
32.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60%
56.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40%
29.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50%
52.9%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Van Meter assisted living
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Van Meter Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Van Meter, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
40%
50.4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30%
31.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
40.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10%
13.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Van Meter assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Van Meter partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30%
26.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
39%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
34.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Van Meter assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Van Meter communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
30.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
41%
Room service
Room service
30%
34.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Van Meter assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Van Meter offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
30%
45%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30%
30.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
29.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
70%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
47.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
51.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
40.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
33.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30%
36.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
45.4%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
30%
28.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
23.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
44.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Van Meter
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Iowa assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Van Meter protect seniors.
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