Glen Oaks Alzheimer’s Special Care Center

8525 Urbandale Avenue, Urbandale, IA 50322
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(515) 331-0970
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(515) 325-8395

Pricing for Glen Oaks Alzheimer’s Special Care Center

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$6,500/mo

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About Glen Oaks Alzheimer’s Special Care Center

Glen Oaks Alzheimer’s Special Care Center is a premier Memory Care community in Urbandale, Iowa that serves the families of Urbandale, Des Moines, West Des Moines, Waukee, Clive, Windsor Heights, and Ankeny. There is plenty to do in Urbandale, with such attractions as Living History Farms, Buccaneer Arena, Merle Hay Mall, Blank Park Zoo, and the Paragon Prairie Tower. With Des Moines only a short driving distance away, the area offers something for everyone! We take great pride in the reputation that our team has earned for delivering highly personalized, compassionate Memory Care services designed to meet our residents’ physical, emotional and spiritual needs. Before residents move to our community, customized assessments are completed so individual care plans can be created. These care plans are updated regularly and as needed. Our community is staffed by highly trained RNs, NHA/MC, AL ED, CNAs, and a CDM who are hired not only for their professional skills but also for their compassionate and warm personalities. Built in 2001 and just remodeled, we offer beautiful living accommodations and luxurious dining experiences. Resident apartments are spacious with natural lighting, and private suites have a view of the interior courtyard while shared suites have a view of the natural wooded area surrounding Glen Oaks. We have deer, fox, and geese roaming around the property with lots of beautiful outdoor views to enjoy. Additionally, public areas are well-lit and spacious with a home-like ambiance. We have two extra-large dining rooms with plenty of space to move about. There are two sitting rooms/library, an activity room, and sunrooms/sitting areas at the end of each hall. One of the most popular features of our community is the food. Our highly experienced chef creates diverse menus that are sure to please every palate. True to our Midwestern roots, traditional Holiday meals and pot roasts with mashed potatoes are resident favorites. Our private dining room is warm, cozy, and inviting for everyone to enjoy. We even have many fun “food-themed” events like our Christmas in July Luau. Residents made fruit kabobs, frosted cookies, and made finger sandwiches. They had a great time socializing and “cooking” for their party. Elvis performed and the residents sang along, danced, and had a wonderful experience.

Care at Glen Oaks Alzheimer’s Special Care Center

Care types offered

  • Memory Care

    A supervised and secured community designed to support engagement and quality of life for residents living with dementia. Explore Memory Care in Urbandale

Health care services

  • Mild cognitive impairment
  • 24-hour supervision
  • Dementia waiver

Reviews of Glen Oaks Alzheimer’s Special Care Center

9.7
Seniorly Community Score
Based on Seniorly's proprietary scoring, including 57 reviews across the web
What families are saying
Glen Oaks is a community that specializes in caring for individuals with Alzheimer's disease and other related dementias. The facility is praised for its quality care, nurturing environment, and professional programming. The staff is described as exceptional, attentive, and caring. The facility itself is well-maintained and feels more like a home than a medical facility. However, some reviews mention administrative changes and frequent staff turnover as issues. Despite this, many reviewers express hope for the facility's potential and appreciate the efforts of the staff. The Health Services Director is particularly praised for her warmth and dedication. The community's SPARK programming, which keeps residents engaged, is also highlighted positively. The food is generally described as ample and nutritionally balanced, and the activities are well-planned. Some reviewers express concerns about staffing issues and instances of unprofessional behavior by some staff members. However, these seem to be exceptions rather than the norm. Overall, Glen Oaks is highly recommended by most reviewers, both for its caring environment and for the quality of its staff. Despite some concerns, many reviewers express satisfaction with the care their loved ones receive and appreciate the efforts of the staff to create a nurturing and supportive environment.
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Amenities at Glen Oaks Alzheimer’s Special Care Center

Room amenities

  • Telephone

Community amenities

  • Movie nights
  • Community-sponsored activities
  • Resident-run activities

Community services

  • Housekeeping
  • Move-in coordination

Dining services

  • Dining room
  • Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions

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What you need to know for Urbandale, IA (50322)

Total population: 31,396

38% of population is 50+ years old, 16% is 65+ years old

Median income: $75,569

The poverty rate is 2% lower for this region compared to the Iowa state average, which is 10%

Diversity

5% of population identify themselves as Black, 3% as Asian, 5% as Hispanic, and 87% as White

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