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Glen Oaks Alzheimer's Special Care Center

8525 Urbandale Avenue, Urbandale, IA 50322

(833) 816-0049 to call a Family Advisor

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Description of Glen Oaks Alzheimer's Special Care Center

Founded in 2007, Glen Oaks Alzheimer’s Special Care Center has been providing the best quality Memory Care services to the residents of Waukee, Urbandale, Johnston, West Des Moines, Clive, Windsor Heights and Ankeny.

When the time comes to transition a loved one to a Memory Care community, we know how difficult the decision making process can be with regard to choosing the right one.

The caring and compassionate team at Glen Oaks Alzheimer’s Special Care Center is here to support families every step of the way. Call us with any questions. We'd love to be a resource for you as you navigate this journey. Every one of our residents is treated with the respect and dignity that they deserve. Our at-home atmosphere is very comforting to them and their families. The building itself was designed with Memory Care in mind.

You can rest assured that our highly personalized care plans will provide your loved one with the best care possible.

The best way to evaluate a community is to experience it firsthand. Please stop by anytime to take a look around. We look forward to seeing you.

Glen Oaks Alzheimer's Special Care Center Amenities

Ambulatory Assistance & Accessibility

  • Transfer Assistance
  • Mobility & Wheelchair Assistance
  • Accessible apartments
  • Accessible Facilities
  • Ambulatory Assistance
  • Ambulatory Assistance Features
  • Hoyer Lift
  • Mobility Assistance Features
  • Two-Person Transfer Assistance
  • Wheelchair Accessible Facilities
  • Wheelchair Accessible Transportation

Fitness & Wellness Programs

  • Fitness & wellness facilities/equipment
  • Salon Services
  • Fitness Opportunities
  • Yoga/Stretching opportunities
  • Balance activities/programs
  • Brain fitness activities
  • Chair fitness
  • Dance fitness
  • Fitness & wellness staff
  • Group exercise
  • Health & wellness activities/programs
  • Life enrichment activities/programs
  • Meditation opportunities

Health Services

  • Hospice Care
  • Pharmacy on-site
  • Medical Care
  • Memory Care
  • Medication Reminders
  • Bariatric Care
  • Cardiac Care
  • Companion Care
  • Diabetic Care
  • Diagnostic/Lab Services
  • Disease Management
  • Immunizations
  • Podiatry

Languages

  • English spoken
  • Spanish Spoken

Personal Care

  • Bathing Assistance
  • Personal Care Assistants
  • Dressing Assistance
  • Meal Preparation
  • Cooking services
  • Administer Medication
  • Cueing & Redirection
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Grooming Assistance
  • Health/Medical reminders
  • Meal planning
  • Mealtime Reminders
  • Medical Appointment Scheduling Assistance
  • Oral Hygiene Assistance
  • Personal Care Reminders
  • Phone Call Assistance
  • Reading Assistance
  • Shaving Assistance
  • Toileting Assistance
  • Urinary Incontinence Care
  • Writing Assistance

Specialized Staff

  • Nurse on Staff (Part time)

Transportation & Shopping

  • General Transportation Services
  • Errand Services
  • Medical Transportation Services
  • Premium Transportation Services
  • Transportation Services for General Shopping

Companionship & Escort Assistance

  • Companionship Services
  • Travel Companionship Services

Dining

  • Communal Dining
  • Guest Meals
  • Beverages provided
  • Casual dining
  • Flexible dining times
  • Flexible food options
  • Flexible meal plans
  • Meals provided
  • Room Service
  • Snacks provided

Games Hobbies & Recreation

  • Arts & Crafts Activities/Programs
  • Literary Activities/Programs
  • Educational Activities/Programs
  • Music Activities/Programs
  • Facilitated Field Trips/Outings
  • Tabletop & Other Games/Programs
  • Horticultural Activities
  • Activities staff
  • Culinary Activities/Programs
  • Cultural activities/programs
  • Entertainment activities/programs
  • Intergenerational events/programs
  • Organized activities/programs
  • Performing arts activities/programs
  • Recreational activities/programs
  • Resident volunteer opportunities
  • Seasonal, holiday, and themed events
  • Social Activities/Events
  • Spiritual activities/programs
  • Sports & lawn games
  • Technology activities/programs

Housekeeping & Maintenance

  • Housekeeping Services
  • Laundry Services
  • Linen Services
  • Bed Making Services
  • Groundskeeping Services
  • Maintenance & Repair Services
  • Maintenance Staff On-Site
  • Pest Control Services
  • Private Housekeeping Services
  • Trash Removal Services

On-Site Services

  • Religious Services
  • Veterans Affairs (VA) Aid Assistance
  • Catholic Services
  • Church services
  • Copying services
  • Elderlife Financial Planning Services
  • Estate Planning Services
  • Fax services
  • Long-term insurance assistance

Room Amenities

  • Wifi/Internet In Unit
  • Cable/Satellite In Unit
  • Closet Space In Unit
  • Individual Climate Controls
  • No Kitchen in unit
  • Shower in unit
  • Telephone Hookup
  • Telephone In Unit

Staff Training & Qualifications

  • Staff Trained in Ethics
  • Reference Checks
  • Staff Driving Record Check
  • Flexible staffing
  • Interview Every Team Member in Person
  • Male Caregivers
  • Staff are licensed or certified
  • Staff screening conducted
  • Staff to resident ratio meets state requirements
  • Staff trained in aging & mobility
  • Staff trained in ambulatory assistance
  • Staff trained in behavior management
  • Staff trained in cardiac care
  • Staff trained in chronic diseases/illnesses
  • Staff trained in client rights
  • Staff trained in diabetes care
  • Staff trained in diet & nutrition
  • Staff trained in disability care
  • Staff trained in disease/illness management and prevention
  • Staff trained in diversity/inclusion/sensitivity
  • Staff trained in eye/vision care
  • Staff Trained in First Aid
  • Staff trained in fitness & wellness
  • Staff trained in home care
  • Staff trained in injury/trauma care
  • Staff trained in Medication Management
  • Staff trained in memory care
  • Staff trained in mental health care
  • Staff trained in neurological disorders
  • Staff trained in ostomy care
  • Staff trained in pain Management
  • Staff trained in Palliative Care
  • Staff trained in paralysis care
  • Staff trained in personal care
  • Staff Trained in Rehabilitation
  • Staff trained in rheumatology
  • Staff trained in safety
  • Staff trained in skin care
  • Staff trained in taking Vital Signs
  • Staff trained in therapy
  • Staff trained in use of medical equipment
  • Staff trained in Wound Care
  • Staff Trained in Wound Care
  • Staff Trained to give injections/immunizations
  • Staff trained to monitor for abuse/neglect/exploitation
  • Staff Training Opportunities
  • Trained staff on-site

Resident Information

  • Offers Respite Care

Diet & Nutrition

  • Chef on staff
  • Diabetic
  • Dietary services
  • Dietitian-Approved Meals
  • Dysphagia diet accomodations
  • Low Fat
  • Low Salt
  • Nutrition specialist on staff
  • Special Diets/Dietary Accommodations
  • Vegetarian Diet Available

Financing & Payment Options

  • Accepts Credit Card Payments
  • Home Sale Assistance
  • Financial Guidance
  • Rent And Care Fees
  • Accepts Check Payments
  • Long-Term Care Insurance Accepted
  • Medicaid Not Accepted
  • Medicare Not Accepted
  • Private Pay Accepted
  • Veterans Aid (VA) Benefits Accepted

Guests

  • Guest Parking
  • Overnight Guests

Inside Amenities

  • Entertainment Venues
  • Cable/Satellite TV in Common Area
  • Laundry facilities
  • Shared Common Areas

Outside Amenities

  • Garden
  • Walking and Hiking Areas
  • Enclosed/Secured outdoor common areas

Safety & Security

  • Gated Facility
  • Controlled Building Access
  • Emergency Preparedness Procedures & Facilities
  • Emergency Response System
  • Safety & Wellness Checks
  • Security Systems
  • Supervisory Staff

Therapies

  • Occupational Therapy/Rehabilitation
  • Physical Therapy/Rehabilitation
  • Dysphagia Therapy/Rehabilitation
  • Holistic/Alternative Therapy
  • Intravenous (IV) Therapy
  • Pet/Animal Therapy/Rehabilitation
  • Psychotherapy
  • Speech Therapy/Rehabilitation
  • Support Groups

Campus/Building Details

  • Convenient location
  • Flexible Visitation Hours
  • House setting
  • Single-floor building
  • Smoking Not Allowed

Additional Amenity Information

  • Fee Structure: 2000
  • Features: Library
  • Technology: Emergency call system
  • Special Comment: Our success (and the reason residents and family members alike love our communities) is due to our award-winning SPARK care program. This research-based approach is inspired by Montessori Methods and is key to providing life-changing services to residents. SPARK focuses on engagement, a social lifestyle, and inclusion within the community at large. The SPARK method is based on the teachings and research of Maria Montessori and Dr. Cameron J. Camp and is proven to significantly increase engagement, improve skills and give a sense of meaning and purpose to all despite deficits. Our communities utilize special assessment tools which go beyond traditional healthcare assessments to focus on what the person can do, rather than what they cannot. SPARK places ultimate focus on supporting our residents’ ideas, choices, and independence. We empower residents to create a community that speaks to them. Our staff foster the natural spark within each individual by encouraging new ideas and helping to make these ideas a reality.
  • State Licenses: 775543

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Reviews of Glen Oaks Alzheimer's Special Care Center

4.0

1 review

  • Facility

    5.0

  • Staff

    4.0

  • Food

    3.0

  • Value

    3.0

Carla

4

February 1, 2020

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

My dad is now at Glen Oaks. The main complaint that we have there is the call button. It is not always registered, and it could be hours before they make it to your room. The staff members are fine; it is the equipment that is not working. I think my dad is OK with the food. Usually he is in his room or sitting out in the lobby area, but I haven't seen him participating in any activities. One time he said he did an exercise class but I don't think he is consistent with participating in the activities. The place is clean.

4 stars from 8 reviews of Glen Oaks Alzheimer's Special Care Center on Caring.com®

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