Prairie Hills at Des Moines

5815 SE 27th St, Des Moines IA, 50320


Resident Review Score
8
|
Loved

Starting price

$3,950

For this area
$$$

Welcome to Prairie Hills at Des Moines, an assisted living facility in Des Moines, Iowa. This community does not offer a level of care outside of assisted living. Hospice services are available on-site for residents who need them. Prairie Hills at Des Moines offers vision care to its residents.

Costs at this community start at $5,341 and range up to $6,448. The average price in the community is $5,895, which is more than the average cost of assisted living in the area of $4,793. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. Depending on the services the resident needs, additional care or services may increase the monthly cost.

This community is pet-friendly. It's a good idea to check with the community during your visit to see if your pet will be allowed. Special diet meals are not always available, but some can accommodate residents' dietary requirements. This community provides vegan or vegetarian meals. Residents need to have a scheduled, structured activity every day. This facility has various activities, including musical performances and social outings. See our amenity list below for more information. Apartment-style units are not always available, but this community offers studio/efficiency units and group housing options.

There are 4 hospitals within 25 miles of Prairie Hills at Des Moines. The two closest hospitals are Iowa Lutheran Hospital which is 5.4 miles away and Iowa Methodist Medical Center which is 5.4 miles away.

This community has above-average reviews for the area; click for detailed reviews on Prairie Hills at Des Moines Reviews.

Some of the key amenities available at Prairie Hills at Des Moines are:

  • Housekeeping
  • Outdoor Areas
  • Beauty & Barber
  • Social Outings
  • Fitness Programs


For personalized guidance, current availability, and help scheduling a tour, call our senior living advisors at1 (877) 618-0710 or reach the community directly at(515) 414-6541

Consider Nearby Preferred Providers

Room Pricing
Assisted Living
StudioStarting at$3,950
One BedroomStarting at$4,150
Two BedroomStarting at$5,000

Personal Care Add-Ons

This community offers a range of care levels depending on the customized needs of each resident.

Services Package Price Range:Varies
Meals
Housekeeping
Laundry
Medication Assistance
Personal Care Assistance

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Resident Review Score
8
|
Loved
#2 in Des Moines, IA

Aggregated reviews in this score
Most Loved4
Loved3
Good2
Average1
Below Average0

Reviews

Residents and their families say:

This community has garnered feedback highlighting both its strengths and areas needing improvement. Many reviewers praised the friendly and caring nature of the staff, their willingness to engage and answer questions, and the overall welcoming atmosphere. The community is noted for its clean and well-maintained facilities, ample activities including exercise classes, and efforts to make residents comfortable and engaged. It offers a variety of choices for residents, from food to room sizes, ensuring a degree of customization to individual needs. Families have noted a positive change in their loved ones' well-being since moving here, attributing it to the attentive care and vibrant community life. The availability of transportation and regular wellness checkups is a plus, alongside the security and safety measures in place, which provide peace of mind to families.
However, several concerns were raised regarding the understaffing issues which appear to affect the level of care and responsiveness to residents' needs. Some reviewers experienced communication problems, particularly in situations requiring prompt attention or follow-up, such as medical appointments or incidents requiring hospital visits. There were also mentions of personal belongings going missing and inconsistencies in the execution of scheduled activities. The feedback on food quality showed some inconsistency, potentially linked to staff turnover, including in the kitchen. Despite these concerns, the positive aspects of the community, especially its commitment to creating a homely and engaging environment for residents, are frequently acknowledged. It's clear that when the community operates smoothly, residents and their families have a highly favorable view of the living experience offered here.

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Amenities

Prairie Hills at Des Moines


Housekeeping
Outdoor Areas
Beauty & Barber
Social Outings
Fitness Programs

Dining & Nutrition


All-day Dining

BBQs or Picnics

Guest Meals

International Cuisine

Kosher Available

Meals Provided

Professional Chef

Pub

Restaurant Style Dining

Vegetarian Available

Accommodations


Wall-to-wall Carpet

Wheelchair Accessible Showers

WiFi/High-speed Internet

Air Conditioned

Cable of Satellite TV

Cats Allowed

Fireplace

Handicap Accessible

Housekeeping

Indoor Atrium

Kitchenettes

Outdoor Areas

Outdoor Garden

Outdoor Walking Paths

Parking

Pet Friendly

Studio / Efficiency

Utilities Included

Washer & Dryer In Unit

Activities & Fitness


Activities Off-site

Activity Centre

Clubs & Communities

Day Trips and Outings

Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning

Fitness Center

Fitness Programs

Game Room

Health And Wellness Programs

Holiday Parties

Indoor Walking Paths

Intergenerational Programs

Library & Computer Lounge

Swimming Pool

Social Outings

Trivia Games

Wii Bowling

Wine Tasting

Care


Ambulatory Care

Assisted Living

Designed Specifically To Accommodate Memory Loss

Hospice Care

Incontinence Care

Laundry / Dry Cleaning

Medication Management

Memory Care

Nurses

Occupational Therapist

Pet-focused Programs

Physical Therapist

Podiatrist

Services


Beauty Salon & Barber Shop

Beauty Salon

Complimentary Transportation

Laundry Service / Drycleaning

Transportation At Cost

Additional Features


Devotional Activities On-Site

Neighborhood


Nearby Shopping

Safety


Secured Community

Hospitals


Iowa Methodist Medical Center

1200 Pleasant Street

Distance: 5.4 miles

Iowa Lutheran Hospital

700 East University

Distance: 5.4 miles

Mercy Hospital Medical Center

6Th And University Avenue

Distance: 5.5 miles

Churches


Glory Baptist Church

5975 Southeast 46th Street, Carlisle

Distance: 2.2 miles

Fort Des Moines Church of Christ

244 East Army Post Road, Des Moines

Distance: 2.4 miles

Grace Baptist Church

112 County Line Road, Des Moines

Distance: 3.0 miles

Resident Review Score
7.7
|
Loved
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