The Bridges at Ankeny sits on the edge of town where things feel quiet and open, providing a country living environment while still close to city life, and the whole place is built to help seniors keep as much independence as possible, but with the help they need nearby. Residents live in apartments that come with air conditioning and WiFi, and there's onsite parking and restrooms for comfort and ease, and pets are often around, which people like. There are both indoor and outdoor common areas, with outdoor seating so folks can get some fresh air, and the building is fully wheelchair accessible, which makes it easier for everyone to get where they want to go. The facility offers meals each day, known for being nutritious and made from quality ingredients, and they've gotten awards for their dining, so people who live there tend to say the food's good.
Residents can take part in activities onsite and offsite as part of a structured program to keep things social, fun, and educational, which helps people stay engaged, and the community puts a lot of effort into keeping things safe, worry-free, and friendly, with professional staff who help out with daily tasks and encourage independence at every step. There's an onsite beautician, and you'll often see people gathering in communal spaces to chat or take part in group activities, so it feels lively but not overwhelming. For those who need a bit more help, The Bridges at Ankeny offers assisted living services, along with a separate memory care community for people with Alzheimer's or other types of dementia, where the focus is on comfort, safety, and therapies to support those residents, including design features to help prevent wandering or confusion.
This community provides skilled nursing care, including tailored rehabilitation plans for residents who need extra support, and there's a care navigation program that helps folks transition from hospital stays back to living at the facility, working to keep people healthy and out of the hospital. Staff train nursing students and CNAs on site, which shows a commitment to high quality care and attention to detail, and many residents and families mention the helpful and friendly staff in their reviews. With awards for both living and dining services and a long membership in the local chamber, The Bridges at Ankeny gets recognized for offering solid support for seniors at different stages, with a range of housing and care options-whether someone needs independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, or memory care, the team works to make things easier for residents and families trying to make decisions about care.
