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The Arbordale

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2727 82nd Pl, Urbandale, IA 50322

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5.0
Warm and friendly
I am very happy at Arbordale! Couples especially need to know that there are a number of couples here and other men. The residents are warm and friendly and we enjoy spending time in different groupings. There are no "assigned seats" as you see in some residences. I m right now in rehab fo

About the facility
The Arbordale

The Arbordale is located in a beautiful, scenic setting in the heart
of Urbandale. Surrounded by trees and abutting Walnut Creek, yet
close to area parks, recreation, shopping, dining, and medical
services, The Arbordale offers everything you need to live life to the fullest.
The Arbordale features a community/dining room, private dining room, coffee shop, home theatre, craft room, wellness area, library, two guestrooms, and under-building tempered parking with individual storage areas. A game room, beauty/barber shop, sun room, multi-purpose room. Also included is scheduled transportation, and optional dining.

Our community is committed to the vibrancy, happiness, and
comfort of our residents. Our caring staff provides a warm, friendly
environment where new friends, new memories, and new
adventures await.
We are an affordably priced independent living residences and a carefree lifestyle for those age 55+. With a variety of spacious floor
plan options, secure-entry, underbuilding parking, and a full range
of life-enriching amenities, The Arbordale will make you feel right
at home.
The Arbordale is professionally managed by Essex Communties.
Since 1976, Essex has provided housing and services for thousands
of residents across the Midwest and West. We look forward to
welcoming you to the Essex family!

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Pet friendly

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Care types offered

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Amenities
at The Arbordale

Healthcare Services

  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • Medication Management
  • Memory Care

Meals & Dining

  • Gluten-free
  • Low / No Sodium
  • Meals Provided
  • No Sugar
  • Guest Meals
  • Vegan
  • Room Service

Room Amenities

  • Ground Floor Units
  • Full kitchen
  • Bath Tubs
  • Private patio, deck, or balcony
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
  • Air Conditioned
  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Handicap Accessible

Community Amenities

On-site dining options

  • Private Dining Room

Transportation & parking

  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Resident Parking Available
  • Covered Parking
  • Property Convenient to Public Transit

Pets

  • Cats Allowed
  • Weight Limit (lbs)
  • Dogs Allowed

Common areas

  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Outside Patio
  • Barber Shop
  • Library
  • Central Fireplace
  • Beauty Salon
  • TV Lounge
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • Main Street Shops
  • Meeting Room
  • Computer or Media Center

Recreational areas

  • Arts and Crafts Center
  • Fitness Center
  • Billiards Lounge
  • Game Room
  • Movie or Theater Room
  • Piano or Organ

Services

  • Beautician
  • Housekeeping

Languages spoken

  • English
  • American Sign Language

Activities

  • Happy Hour
  • Wine Tasting
  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Activities Off-site
  • Dances
  • Community Service Programs
  • Devotional Activities Offsite
  • Stretching Classes
  • Live Well Programs
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Live Musical Performances
  • Wii Bowling
  • Holiday Parties
  • Birthday Parties
  • Intergenerational Programs
  • Live Dance or Theater Performances
  • Trivia Games
  • Activities On-site

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A Place for Mom has scored The Arbordale with 9.2 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 4 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, The Arbordale has 14 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.8 out of 5.
Overall Rating
4.8
Cleanliness
4.7
Friendliness
4.7
Care Services
4.7
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0
Activities
4.7
Value for Cost
4.6
A Place for Mom has scored The Arbordale with 9.2 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 4 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, The Arbordale has 14 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.8 out of 5.
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Martha S - Resident/client
Independent Living
December 10, 2024
5.0
Verified Review
Warm and friendly
I am very happy at Arbordale! Couples especially need to know that there are a number of couples here and other men. The residents are warm and friendly and we enjoy spending time in different groupings. There are no "assigned seats" as you see in some residences. I m right now in rehab following knee replacement and working to get home.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Care Services
5
Staff
5
Meals & Dining
5
Activities
5
Value for Cost
5
Anonymous - Resident/client
Independent Living
March 6, 2024
5.0
Verified Review
Arbordale has personality, trees, trails and the best of residents
I like the inside garage best., and I like the dinner meal least. Residents are like family and the Arbordale has personality. Love it here.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Care Services
5
Staff
5
Meals & Dining
5
Activities
5
Value for Cost
5
Anonymous - Resident/client
Independent Living
February 13, 2024
5.0
Verified Review
Awesome !!
The services are just what they said they would be providing. They are exactly what we wanted. From the first time I walked into the front door, everyone here made me feel welcomed. I visited several places, and this one is the one that made me feel like I could call this one home.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Care Services
5
Staff
5
Meals & Dining
5
Activities
5
Value for Cost
5
Virginia - Family/friend
Independent Living
May 18, 2023
5.0
Verified Review
Our experience at The Arbordale
My sister was a resident at The Arbordale and she loved it there. Her apartment was beautiful with a nice little patio and view. The facility overall was great, clean and maintained well. The food and staff were all great. She didn't get on any of the outings, but loved her Bridge group and the parties and programs she was able to attend. It is Independent Living only so no care was provided, although I think they have hired a PT.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Care Services
5
Staff
5
Meals & Dining
5
Activities
5
Value for Cost
5
Anonymous - Toured community
Independent Living
February 6, 2018
4.0
a nonprofit, member shares not real estate very like condos Affordable $30-$50 with $1,000 - $1,500 maintenance per month sell if/when leave at market value Quite spacious with decent kitchen Though some very high shelves Each unit has washer/dryer Few amenities provided cable, scheduled travel are electric, cleaning are not must pay for food, though evening meals served Has good library, fitness center, game room Half of management board are tenants. Access to walking trail, Panera bread Associated with Unity Point provides foot doctor
Cleanliness
4
Friendliness
4
Value for Cost
4
Care Services
4
Activities
4
Anonymous - Toured community
Independent Living
November 9, 2017
5.0
This community's layout is almost perfect especially for having a pet with you. [Removed] was very welcoming,inviting me to come back and spend a day in the one unit that is available for pets. ( pets only on the first floor- those units have direct access to outside to walk the dogs.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Value for Cost
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
Anonymous - Resident/client
Independent Living
July 17, 2017
5.0
Verified Review
Comfortable with Our Move to This Community
Everything is going well for my wife, and I since our move to this community. We are doing quite well, and I'am comfortable with our move to this facility. They have a lovely staff here, and they do a great job with the cleanliness of the community. The meals are good, and they provide nice activities for the residents. All is well for us in this community, and I would recommend it.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Value for Cost
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
Anonymous - Resident/client
Independent Living
March 18, 2017
4.5
Good choice for us.
We are residents at The Reserve. Our unit is 2 bedrooms/2 bath. We knew no one but wanted it to be easy to get to know others and have activities without leaving the building. We have made many new friends and take advantages of the card games, occasionally dinner in the dining room and the many outings made available to all. We love the location as we can walk or ride bikes on the trail right behind us. It made not be perfect for all, but It was definitely the best move for us.
Cleanliness
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
Value for Cost
4.5
Care Services
4.5
Activities
4.5
Anonymous - Toured community
Independent Living
January 20, 2017
4.0
Verified Review
Needed A Bigger Apartment
I had a nice view of the community. I got to see empty apartments and met the people there. The apartments were nice but not as huge as I wanted. When I came for a tour I got the feeling I was buying a used car and the staff were more interested in the sales than me.
Cleanliness
4
Friendliness
4
Value for Cost
4
Care Services
4
Activities
4
Anonymous - Family/friend
Independent Living
December 1, 2016
4.0
Verified Review
A Great Community
Everything is going great for my parents since their move to this community. I know they are safe and in good place. Everything has worked out very well, and I'am pleased with all they have done for us. Everything about this community is great.
Cleanliness
4
Friendliness
4
Value for Cost
4
Care Services
4
Activities
4
Anonymous - Toured community
Independent Living
July 11, 2016
5.0
Really like this place. Appears to have roomy apartments and a lot of amenities. Would move here if price is reasonable. Contacted. Price is $1500 to $2000 per months for the 2 BR. Would like The Oak. The Oak is $1900 a month plus garage and meals are NOT included. Way to high.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Value for Cost
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
Anonymous - Family/friend
Independent Living
March 16, 2015
5.0
Verified Review
It' s independent living, and just really nice.
My loved one lived here for a while, until she had a fall and needed more care. It was a very nice place. It' s independent living, and just really nice. You buy in and then there is a monthly maintenance fee.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Value for Cost
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
Mark - Family/friend
Independent Living
October 21, 2014
5.0
Nicely Maintained and Friendly
The apartments are very spacious. The Reserve has nice amenities such as a full service dining room, underground parking and a full calendar of events. The place is kept very clean.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Value for Cost
4
Care Services
5
Activities
5
Jean - Resident/client
Independent Living
November 5, 2013
5.0
Verified Review
The Reserve on Walnut Creek
The Reserve is located in a quiet residential area. The staff is very helpful and friendly. When I came here the first time, I felt at home. The residents are all welcoming. There are many activities which I can participate in as I choose. Meals are only served on weekday evenings and I am only charged for the meals I sign up for. Overall, the facility is very light, clean and well managed.
Cleanliness
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
Value for Cost
4.5
Care Services
4.5
Activities
4.5
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