Glen Oaks Alzheimer’s Special Care Center

8525 Urbandale Ave., Urbandale IA, 50322


Resident Review Score
7.9
|
Loved

Starting price

$3,138

For this area
$$$
Preferred Provider

Welcome to Glen Oaks Alzheimer’s Special Care Center, an assisted living facility in Urbandale, Iowa. This community is part of Frontier Management, a senior care company. This community offers a memory care unit for residents with dementia and provides an independent living option. Hospice services are available on-site for residents who need them. Glen Oaks Alzheimer’s Special Care Center offers dental care to its residents. Care can be provided for Spanish-speaking residents.

Costs at this community start at $3,138 and range up to $6,448. The average price in the community is $4,793, which is the same as the average price 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 other care the resident needs, additional services may increase the cost of care.

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 no or low-sodium meals. Residents need to have a scheduled, structured activity every day. This facility has a variety of activities, including musical performances and social outings. See our amenity list below for more information.

There are 6 hospitals within 25 miles of Glen Oaks Alzheimer’s Special Care Center. The two closest hospitals are Broadlawns Medical Center which is 4.7 miles away and Iowa Methodist Medical Center which is 5.5 miles away.

This community has above-average reviews for the area; click for detailed reviews on Glen Oaks Alzheimer’s Special Care Center Reviews.

Some of the key amenities available at Glen Oaks Alzheimer’s Special Care Center are:

  • Pet Friendly
  • Pool
  • Fitness Programs
  • Clubs & Communities
  • Outdoor Areas


For personalized guidance, current availability, and help scheduling a tour, call our senior living advisors at1 (844) 661-2445 or reach the community directly at(515) 331-0970

Pricing for Glen Oaks Alzheimer’s Special Care Center

$4,793Avg. Local Starting Price
Glen Oaks Alzheimer’s Special Care Center$3,138

Starting price

  • Within 25 Miles$5,027
  • In Des Moines-Ames$4,793
  • In IA$4,724

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Resident Review Score
7.9
|
Loved
#2 in Urbandale, IA

Aggregated reviews in this score
Most Loved34
Loved7
Good0
Average2
Below Average11

Reviews

Residents and their families say:

Glen Oaks seems to have a reputation for taking on challenging cases and striving to provide excellent care, according to a number of reviews. Several reviewers hailed the staff for their persistent and hard-working nature in delivering better services than other facilities in the area, even for persons with complicated needs. A particularly captivating case was of one individual who recalled their father spending his last days at Glen Oaks. They were at peace knowing the facility offered a variety of activities like bingo and balloon basketball that he enjoyed. Additionally, they mentioned the meals being great which contributed to his satisfaction during his stay.
Several reviewers also praised Glen Oaks for its clean, welcoming environment and the friendliness of its staff. One observer was notably impressed by the facility’s SPARK program, a Montessori-based program that involves residents in the community's everyday life activities. This, they stated, was a major contributing factor in their loved one's positive experience during their stay. Apart from simply creating a comfortable environment, Glen Oaks staff were recognized for their open communication with the family members, providing updates on the patients' well-being and involving them in activities. The staff's proactive, engaging approach within a cozy, home-like environment and their commitment to the best possible care for every resident stood out in the numerous accolades.

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Amenities

Glen Oaks Alzheimer’s Special Care Center


Pet Friendly
Pool
Fitness Programs
Clubs & Communities
Outdoor Areas

Dining & Nutrition


All-day Dining

Gluten-free

Guest Meals

Low / No Sodium

Meals Provided

No Sugar

Professional Chef

Vegan

Vegetarian Available

Accommodations


Wheelchair Accessible Showers

WiFi/High-speed Internet

Air Conditioned

Cable of Satellite TV

Central Fireplace

Handicap Accessible

Outdoor Areas

Parking

Pet Friendly

Piano or Organ

Activities & Fitness


Activity Centre

Birthday Parties

Clubs & Communities

Dances

Fitness Programs

Happy Hour

Indoor Walking Paths

Intergenerational Programs

Jacuzzi

Karaoke

Library & Computer Lounge

Live Music

Montessori Programs

Outdoor Walking Paths

Swimming Pool

Raised Garden Beds

Reminiscence Programs

Sensory-based Programs

Social Outings

Yoga / Chair Yoga

Care


Ambulatory Care

Dentist

Designed Specifically To Accommodate Memory Loss

Hospice Care

Incontinence Care

Massage Therapist

Medication Management

Memory Care

Memory Care Only Community

Nurse

Occupational Therapist

Physical Therapist

Podiatrist

Services


Beauty Salon & Barber Shop

Beauty Salon

Complimentary Transportation

Housekeeping

Transportation At Cost

Additional Features


Dogs Allowed

English

Spanish

Visiting Chaplain or Priest

Safety


Secured Community

Hospitals


Westside Hospital

1818 48Th Street

Distance: 2.7 miles

Department Of Veterans Affairs Medical Center

30Th And Euclid Avenue

Distance: 3.8 miles

Broadlawns Medical Center

1801 Hickman Road

Distance: 4.7 miles

Churches


Creekside Church

2743 82nd Place, Urbandale

Distance: 0.1 miles

Westkirk Presbyterian Church

2700 Colby Woods Drive, Urbandale

Distance: 0.3 miles

Ministry of Shofar

2700 72nd Street, Urbandale

Distance: 0.8 miles

Resident Review Score
9.6
|
Most Loved
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