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10 Best Nursing Homes in Alleman, IA

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Photo of Independence Village of Ankeny
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From the first time we toured Independence Village over 3 years ago, we knew it was the place for mom. The facility is beautiful, the rooms are generously sized, but the staff beyond compare! Every person...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Welcome to Independence Village of Ankeny! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include assisted living and memory care. Throughout each service level, we strive to...
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Always room for improvement but we and [name removed] are happy. The onboarding could be a little better, just a person there to guide you upon arrival and as you first just settle in.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Journey Senior Living of Ankeny is an Assisted Living and Memory Care community serving Ankeny, Iowa and surrounding communities. We provide the ideal solution for seniors who value their independence but may require some assistance with activities of daily living.Opened November 2016. Journey...
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There were just a couple small things that didn't go exactly perfectly (logistics wise and nobody's fault) but nothing concerning. My mom had nothing but good things to say about the staff and about the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Edencrest at Siena Hills Assisted Living and Memory Care is your community of choice in Ankeny! We are committed to providing Red Carpet Treatment for everyone who lives, works, and visits Siena Hills. Red Carpet Treatment is more than simple hospitality; it is our way of life! Our 'Resident...
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All categories are 5. Mom and Dad have had a great experience at The Suites of Ankeny. They take great care of them and the staff has gone above and beyond to make them feel welcome and at home.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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My wife is in the latter stages of dementia as a result of Alzheimer's Disease. When I could no longer safely care for her at home, I visited several homes in the area looking for a safe and comfortable...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
The Bridges at Ankeny offers high-quality services and accommodations for older adults throughout Central Iowa. Situated on 13 acres we offer a range of senior living services that include Assisted Living Memory Care, Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation, Long Term Care, Respite Care, and Hospice....
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Within two months we have moved my Mom into Copperwood's Memory Care and my Dad into Copperwood's Assisted Living. Although this process has been one of the most difficult and stressful in our family, the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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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.
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Cost of nursing homes in Alleman, IA

The average cost of senior living in Alleman is $4,764 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Maxwell, IA with an average of $4,525 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Alleman, IA, vs. nearby cities

Alleman, IA
$4,764/mo
$4,747/mo
$4,636/mo

Nursing homes costs in Alleman, IA, vs. state and national averages

Alleman, IA
$4,764/mo
$4,394/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Nursing homes costs in Alleman, IA, vs. other senior living options

$4,764/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,764/mo

Nursing homes costs in Alleman, IA, by floor plan type

Studio
$5,799/mo
1 Bedroom
$11,763/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,848/mo

Senior living costs in Alleman vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Alleman, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAlleman, IAIowaU.S.
Nursing Homes$4,764/mo$4,394/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$4,764/mo$4,392/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,764/mo$4,394/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,195/mo$3,220/mo$4,016/mo
Nursing Homes
Alleman, IA:$4,764/mo
Iowa:$4,394/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Alleman, IA:$4,764/mo
Iowa:$4,392/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Alleman, IA:$4,764/mo
Iowa:$4,394/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Alleman, IA:$3,195/mo
Iowa:$3,220/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Alleman, IA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Alleman and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Nursing homes cost trends in Alleman, IA

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Alleman have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Alleman, IA$5,863/mo$5,376/mo+9.1%
Iowa$5,445/mo$5,406/mo+0.7%
National$5,667/mo$5,383/mo+5.3%
Alleman, IA
2024 average cost:$5,863/mo
2023 average cost:$5,376/mo
Percent change:+9.1%
Iowa
2024 average cost:$5,445/mo
2023 average cost:$5,406/mo
Percent change:+0.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,667/mo
2023 average cost:$5,383/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Alleman

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Alleman

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!!

Copper Shores Village in Pleasant Hill, IA

4.9
Both the staff and residents are top notch. This place may not have all the, what I call fluffy stuff (theater room…but there is one across the street; balcony… but there is a very nice lake side view patio…and ducks…and birds … and a very nice portico with shade and comfortable seating; no ...
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Perry Lutheran Homes Spring Valley Campus

4.8
I have always been happy with the environment and helpful and friendly staff. The tenants seem happy to live there and enjoy all the activities they get to do. They enjoy going on outings too. Also live entertainment coming in most every week.

Alleman nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Alleman nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Alleman, 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 Alleman nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Alleman that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Alleman, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
75%
2.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
37.5%
10.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
23.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
24.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75%
10.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
12.5%
1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.5%
7.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
87.5%
19.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Alleman nursing homes

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 Alleman Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Alleman, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.5%
4.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
62.5%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
62.5%
6.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Alleman nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Alleman partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Alleman, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
0.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
62.5%
1.6%
No sugar
No sugar
62.5%
1.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
0.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Alleman nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Alleman communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Alleman, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
75%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
62.5%
0.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
50%
0.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Alleman nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Alleman offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Alleman, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
75%
0.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
0.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
7.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.5%
7.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.5%
0.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
62.5%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
62.5%
0.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
75%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
75%
0.5%
Dances
Dances
50%
0.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
75%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.5%
0.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Independence Village of Ankeny, Rock Creek Senior Living and Edencrest at Siena Hills are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Alleman, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 11 nursing homes facilities near Alleman, Iowa. See the full list.
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