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Review for Independence Village of Des Moines
I would. The people who live there seem to be happy and have fun. The property is really nice and [names removed] have been very helpful on several occasions. I'd say it's nice. I wish Mom would do more. Meals are good, but not great. I think they have trouble keeping employees.
About the facility Independence Village of Des Moines
Independence Village of Des Moines
Receive the care and support you deserve while continuing to live a vibrant and active lifestyle at Independence Village of Des Moines — a community offering chef-inspired meals, daily entertainment, and excellent independent living services in Des Moines, Iowa.
This multi-story community features grand exteriors combined with warm, home-like interiors, creating a unique yet inviting atmosphere that fosters a sense of community among residents. Visit with your loved ones in the spacious, naturally lit atrium lobby, or take a stroll along the outdoor walking paths with your pup — this is a pet-friendly community after all.
Community Services and Amenities
Independence Village of Des Moines provides you with a low-stress and supportive environment where you can focus on aging gracefully and living each day to the fullest. Considerate associates provide a variety of convenient services — including housekeeping, linen, scheduled transportation, and maintenance services. Three hearty and delicious, chef-inspired meals are prepared fresh daily by the professional culinary team before being served in the spacious and modern restaurant-style dining hall.
Make the most of every day with a robust calendar of recreational and social activities, which is updated once a month. Stay active with a daily fitness program, shoot...
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Veteran & Employee Discounts
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Pet friendly
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Assisted Living, Memory Care
Amenities at Independence Village of Des Moines
Healthcare Services
- Memory Care
Meals & Dining
- Professional Chef
- Meals Provided
- Restaurant Style Dining
- Guest Meals
Room Amenities
- Kitchenette
- Bath Tubs
- Garden View
- Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
- Cable or Satellite TV
- Wheelchair Accessible Showers
- Handicap Accessible
- Private patio, deck, or balcony
- Air Conditioned
- Ground Floor Units
Community Amenities
On-site dining options
- Café or Bistro
- Private Dining Room
Transportation & parking
- Uncovered Parking
- Property Convenient to Public Transit
- Covered Parking
- Resident Parking Available
- Complimentary Transportation
Pets
- Cats Allowed
- Dogs Allowed
Common areas
- TV Lounge
- Library
- Indoor Common Areas
- Computer or Media Center
- Beauty Salon
- Outside Patio
- Indoor Atrium
- Barber Shop
- Meeting Room
- Outdoor Common Areas
Recreational areas
- Arts and Crafts Center
- Fitness Center
- Game Room
- Movie or Theater Room
- Piano or Organ
Services
- Beautician
- Housekeeping
Languages spoken
- American Sign Language
- English
Activities
- Cards / Pinochle Club
- Live Musical Performances
- Karaoke
- Wii Bowling
- Tai Chi
- Holiday Parties
- Yoga / Chair Yoga
- Live Well Programs
- Devotional Activities Offsite
- Birthday Parties
- Trivia Games
- Happy Hour
- Art Classes
- Activities Off-site
- Bible Study Group
- Activities On-site
- Light Therapy Programs
- Devotional Activities On-Site
- Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
- Catholic Services
- Bridge Club
- Cooking Classes
- Day Trips and Outings
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A Place for Mom has scored Independence Village of Des Moines with 8.6 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 11 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, Independence Village of Des Moines has 66 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.4 out of 5.
Overall Rating
4.4
Cleanliness
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
Care Services
4.3
Staff
4.7
Meals & Dining
4.2
Activities
4.3
Value for Cost
4.3
A Place for Mom has scored Independence Village of Des Moines with 8.6 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 11 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, Independence Village of Des Moines has 66 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.4 out of 5.
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RS - Family/friend
Independent Living
October 2, 2024
Review for Independence Village of Des Moines
I would. The people who live there seem to be happy and have fun. The property is really nice and [names removed] have been very helpful on several occasions. I'd say it's nice. I wish Mom would do more. Meals are good, but not great. I think they have trouble keeping employees.
Response from Independence Village of Des Moines
October 7, 2024
Hello,
We’re glad that you’ve had a positive experience in our community! We encourage residents and their families to connect with us directly to discuss any preferences or concerns regarding our culinary offerings. We also provide a substitute menu for those who might not enjoy the daily options. We would love to connect with you directly, but we are unable to identify you by your name. Please call our community and ask to speak with our Executive Director. Thank you!
Anonymous - Resident/client
Independent Living
August 30, 2024
I like living here very much! I'm very happy here and really do enjoy seeing her. Every one is very nice and helpful.
Response from Independence Village of Des Moines
September 3, 2024
Hello,
We’re so glad to hear that you’re enjoying life at our community! Thank you for taking the time to share your review.
Lennore B - Toured community
Independent Living
August 10, 2024
Always exciting acitivtes to choose from! Food is excellent, variety to choose from menu, great deserts, residents and staff very friendly.
Response from Independence Village of Des Moines
August 12, 2024
Hi Lennore,
We are thrilled to hear that you are enjoying the activities and culinary options in our community. Our team works hard to provide a welcoming environment for our residents and guests. Thank you for taking the time to share your positive feedback with us!
Scott - Family/friend
Independent Living
July 13, 2024
Renovated and great location
New management as of May. Prior management gave more food choices and seemed to have more servers.
Running with less. Food is generally good, but less choice and serving times are long. Supportive staff.
Fresh and bright though.
Response from Independence Village of Des Moines
August 7, 2024
Hi Scott,
Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad you find our team supportive and the food good. We’re currently revising our dining menu and welcome resident feedback to better understand more about preferences. Please connect directly with the Executive Director to share more about your dining experience. We value your input and appreciate your help in making improvements. Thank you!
Mark D - Resident/client
Independent Living
May 5, 2024
Not a place age with grace
I have lived here for the past 2 months and I have to say I am disappointed with my experience living here. The price is too high for what you get. The food is a 3 outof 10. The food is sub par and I would choose another place for my mom.
Response from Independence Village of Des Moines
May 14, 2024
Mark, thank you for sharing your experience. I understand you have already spoken with the General Manager, and the Regional Vice President is also available to speak with you regarding your concerns. Feel free to email me at CustomerService@AtriaSeniorLiving.com if you would like to be put in touch with her or share any more comments.
Barbara - Resident/client
Independent Living
January 19, 2024
This is a great place to continue this adventure into our new life!
I am a resident at Holiday Beaverdale Estates and everything has been very good. Overall, we are very pleased with our new home!
Rachel S - Family/friend
Independent Living
December 12, 2023
A Place for Mom Helped Make a Big Change Easier!
Our situation was a little unusual, as Mom had been in a large, impersonal feeling assisted living facility due to a hospitalization last year. She has since recovered beyond what we had hoped and now needed to be in a more (and less expensive!) independent living situation with aspects of AL (an emergency call button), friendly people, personal outdoor space, a cozy community feeling, and a place that allows access to whatever care she might need in the future. I appreciated that they listened to our circumstance and recommended two Holiday Living properties, and scheduled appointments for us to see them. One of those was Beaverdale Estates and we were very happy that she liked what she saw! She is settling in very well, likes her apartment, and feels at home there. Although she isn't one to participate in a lot of activities, she is very glad to be there and enjoys visiting with her neighbors whenever she's out and about. A Place for Mom was Instrumental in getting her here.
Margaret L - Resident/client
Independent Living
December 5, 2023
Pleasant Living in a Comfortable Environment
Wanting to be near family brought me to this well-maintained independent living facility in Des Moines, Iowa. When my daughter and I visited, we viewed a variety of studio through 2 bedroom, 2 bath apartments. I chose a one bedroom, one bath apartment. As we toured the entire building, we met a few residents as well as employees. Our rent provides three meals per day as well as once-a-week housekeeping which includes providing clean sheets and bath towels. A bus to transport residents helps to get us to appointments, etc. After living here four months, I feel included in various events and activities. I have developed a few good friendships and feel completely comfortable living here. Rent is reasonable and has proved to be an excellent choice for me.
Anonymous - Family/friend
Independent Living
November 8, 2023
Review for Holiday Beaverdale Estates
So far , so good , dad enjoys the meals . Fairly quiet and residents and employees seem to be good folks. We picked this community because it just felt right.
Anonymous - Family/friend
Independent Living
August 4, 2023
Mom is pleased would definitely recommend!
Right now it sounds like they are searching for a new manager...[name removed] was wonderful...we all like the sales manager [name removed] and the kitchen staff are great, too.
My mom's one bedroom apartment is perfect for what she needs, she has a physical therapist right down the hall as well.
I would highly recommend Beaverdale Estates to those looking for independent living!
Anonymous - Family/friend
Independent Living
April 20, 2023
Great value
I would tell others looking into Beaverdale Estates that they do not have wrap around care. The main reason we chose this facility over others we had looked at initially was because of the price point for what you get and also the studio apartment that they had available had a door going to the outside. I would recommend Beaverdale Estates to others looking for independent living.
Linda - Toured community
Independent Living
September 30, 2022
tour review
Our family had an in person tour and it was such a great tour experience, we thought the place as very nice and the staff seemed very outgoing. They had a great little outdoor area in the back, but the location was just a little to far away for our loved one
Rhonda - Family/friend
Independent Living
May 13, 2022
friendly staff
They have a ton of different activities for the residents there, they have bingo, card games, Wii bowling and different exercise classes. They also have a carnival for the residents. The apartments are spacious and well laid out. Based on our experience so far with the Beaverdale Estates we would absolutely recommend this community to other families.
P F - Family/friend
Independent Living
May 9, 2022
If your looking for a place you cant go wrong
This is the most fantastic place ever. We are really pleased with this community. They have activities that range on different levels for the residents. My loved one loves the bingo, bean bag baseball, balloon volleyball and beach ball kick and more for the residents to do to stay busy. The staff are always available and very caring, they always assist the residents and make sure they are there.
Elizabeth W - Family/friend
Independent Living
April 14, 2022
Beaverdale Estates
I would say to check into this community depending on your situation and needs. The staff seem to be very sincere and helpful with my loved one. They really want to help and assist the residents. They have activities like bingo, a game room, puzzles, movie night, a lot of outside entertainment and presentations, karaoke and more for the residents to do to stay busy.
R.W. - Family/friend
Independent Living
April 7, 2022
I would recommend Beaverdale Estates to others.
anonymous - Family/friend
Independent Living
March 1, 2022
a good community
We have not been there personally during meal times, but our friends and family who go to visit during that time have nothing but positive things to say about the meals and dining service. They say the meals are awesome. We have seen a few activities and those look really good and for the money it is a really good community.
Jeff - Toured community
Independent Living
November 11, 2021
My tour review
This community was our second choice pick for our loved one. There were just other things that out shined with the community that was number one and we just had to go with that one.
Robin - Family/friend
Independent Living
October 27, 2021
Our mom says "very happy to be here, it has given me a reason to live again"
Everyone has been very friendly so far and they do seem to have a great variety of activities for the residents. We chose this community because it seemed like they gave more care for the money and assisted living was just twice as expensive.
Laura - Family/friend
Independent Living
September 13, 2021
Beaverdale Estates Rocks
Go visit and go do it. My loved one was very hesitant about moving and started with a short lease and is now ready to sell her house and stay. My loved one feels that she would not be as active at home and the community has helped her become a whole different person.
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