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[name removed] out director really cares about everyone here at Independence Village of Waukee. All the staff are Great! This is as good as it can get.... Read more
At Independence Village, residents receive quality care in Waukee, Iowa. Caregivers provide personalized care, delicious meals, and an abundance of activities to fulfill your wants and needs. The community offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing services. Maximize your retirement at Independence Village.
Care at Independence Village is designed to help you create meaningful connections while receiving quality care. Staff is available 24 hours a day to provide continued support and companionship through personalized care. Dynamic activities keep residents active and engaged, while senior wellness programs support holistic well-being.
Regardless of care level, residents are accommodated in a space that is both beautiful and safe. Independence Village offers studios as well as one- and two-bedroom floor plans. Suites are filled with soft, natural light and lovely color schemes, and common areas such as living rooms and libraries are just outside each apartment.
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A Place for Mom has scored Independence Village of Waukee with 9.5 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 27 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, Independence Village of Waukee has 142 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.5 out of 5.
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Very pleased with my experience here. (Except Covid Years) I also like adding to the activities portfolio. (music and movie)
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Response from Independence Village of Waukee
September 5, 2024Hi Scott, Music is incredibly important to us for its ability to bring everyone together. It’s always special when our residents, families, and team can unite through entertainment. Thank you for your review!
[name removed] out director really cares about everyone here at Independence Village of Waukee. All the staff are Great! This is as good as it can get.
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September 5, 2024Hi John, We’re proud of our dedicated team, who work hard to ensure the well-being of our residents and each other. Thank you for your review!
My husband and I enjoy living at IVW. Life enrichment always have fun things planned for us to participate in. Maintenance fly and problem right away. I feel the staff cares about the residence and wants the best for us.
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September 5, 2024Hi Sally, We’re glad to hear that you’ve had a positive experience with our maintenance team! If you need anything further, please don’t hesitate to let our Executive Director know. Thank you!
I love living at Independence Village of Waukee because I love everyone here. I love visiting and there is always something to do. The staff is helpful and accommodating. The entertainment is the best here.
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September 5, 2024Hi Bill, Thank you for your review! We hope you enjoy the entertainment!
I am very comfortable here. I don't have to worry about anything. The staff is always very nice and pleasant. They all are helpful. There is always something going on and its very fun. It's clean and well taken care of. I love it.
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September 5, 2024Hi Lorna, We’re delighted to hear that you’re comfortable in our care and that your interactions with our team have been positive. Thank you for your review!
I absolutely love it here. I'm so glad I chose this community. There are so many great people. I compliment the staff here everyday. It's just a special place to me. I am at home here.
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September 5, 2024Hi Rosi, We’re thrilled to hear that you’re having a great experience at our community. Thank you for your kind words—our dedicated team truly appreciates them. Have a wonderful day!
Am in my 12th year here. Moved from 600 miles away. I'm sure I could never have made a better choice. Outstanding facility.
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September 5, 2024Hi Jane, We’re delighted to have you with us for such a long time! It’s a true compliment to our team and community. Thank you so much for your dedication and review. If you need anything, please don’t hesitate to let our Executive Director know. Thank you!
Our E.D. here has gone above and beyond to make my experience her outstanding. Our L.E team is the greatest. Caring and loving to all and make sure we have many different activities. People recognize me from being on TickTock! It is a wonderful place to live here.
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September 5, 2024Hi Barbara, Thank you for your review! We’re thrilled to hear that you’re enjoying our team as well as the various activities and amenities we offer. Your feedback means a lot to us. Thanks again!
I would highly recommend except the food is so bad it might keep me from recommending this location.
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August 15, 2024Hello, We are concerned by your review and are unsure how you feel about recommending our community based on your one-sentence review. Our leaders hold monthly forums in all areas of the community for any feedback, questions, concerns, and updates. We highly recommend that residents and families bring their concerns to our Executive Director or Executive Chef in real time so we can address them quickly. Please call us and ask to speak with our Executive Director as soon as possible so we can dig into your feedback. Thank you!
The staff seem friendly. However my mom complains about the food quality and lack of activities at the facility. Some of that is on her because they do offer some exercise classes and cards that she is not interested in. But they could make sure to have daily activities for those that aren't interested in those two.
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July 9, 2024Hello, Thank you for your kind words regarding our team. Currently, we offer menu substitutions upon request and host monthly forums where residents can provide feedback on any aspect of the community. Our weekly activities include a diverse range such as weekly music entertainment, monthly mixology classes, culinary cooking shows, boat outings, pet therapy, and yoga! We would like to connect with you directly to learn more about your concerns. Please call our community and ask to speak with our Executive Director. Thank you.
Independent Village of Waukee ( IA) offered a Continuum of care! Independent Living (my father using now after our mother passed [date removed]) She started in Assisted Living and was transferred to Skilled Nursing when her health declined. Memory Care also on same "Campus". Too many other facilities send clients " off site" for Rehab and Skilled Nursing. I knew that would not be acceptable. It took a huge effort to move them from small town of 60+ years to a supported living community, we did not want our dad driving across town to visit mom. Continuum of care was essential!!
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June 28, 2024Hi Teresa, Thank you for your kind words. We are honored that we got to serve your parents. We understand the importance of offering on-site rehab and skilling nursing. We are so happy it was a good fit for your family. Thank you!
Mom has been living in the independent living section for several years. Over the past 2 years things have markedly declined. Meals have declined, you are lucky to have a nice meal 2 days a week. People are very nice, but it is clearly being run for profit, and it is expensive. Things break in the apartments and don't get fixed. Maintenance workers are sub par. Problems with heat and AC continue into year 2 now. Windows not sealing took a year to get someone who knew what they were doing. This is no longer a 5 star place
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June 28, 2024Hi Tom, Thank you for your review. We are disappointed that the experience at our community is not meeting your expectations. After consulting our on-site leadership team, we understand that we have been working with your family on the AC unit replacement and are available if you ever have questions about the process or timing. When it comes to our culinary team, we would ask that residents either use the comment cards available, attend our monthly culinary meeting, or connect with the Executive Chef directly to discuss any areas of opportunity. We are very open to feedback and want to ensure everyone enjoys their meals. If you want to connect with us regarding your review, please call and ask to speak with our Executive Director. Thank you!
We moved my mom last year. The biggest issue we had was how they were handling her medications, misplaced some, didnt get them to her on time, etc
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May 22, 2024Hello, We appreciate your feedback and apologize for any instances of medication service failure. We have protocols for processing medication orders, refills, administration, and storage to ensure medication is handled appropriately and delivered timely. Our medication passers are state-certified. Medications are delegated by our Registered Nurses in our community to ensure we follow safe medication administration standards. We want to learn more about your experience, but unfortunately, your review is anonymous, so we cannot reach out. Please call our community and ask to speak with our Executive Director. Thank you.
Independence Village of Waukee was a very nice place, but it was just too expensive for me. Everyone there was so friendly. They offer a lot of fun activities to stay busy.
Response from Independence Village of Waukee
May 9, 2024Hello, Thank you for reviewing our community! We love that you felt everyone was friendly during your visit and how much you appreciate the activities we have available. We completely understand that senior living is an investment and are always available to connect with families to discuss the best ways to finance living in a community like ours. Thank you!
There are a few things I would recommend to improve but generally it has been a good experience.
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May 7, 2024Hi Kristen, We love hearing that you are having a good experience with our community as that is always our goal! We are always open to feedback on how we can improve, and we would like to connect with you directly to learn more. Please call our community and ask to speak with our Executive Director. Thank you!
I am very happy with Independence Village of Waukee and the care that my father has received. The staff and residents are friendly, the food is excellent, the care he has received is top notch. They have been very responsive to his needs.
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April 2, 2024Hi Susan, Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! We are delighted to hear that your father is receiving top-notch care in our community. Our team works hard to ensure all residents feel at home and well-cared for. We appreciate your kind words!
Fantastic place to live. We can't say enough good things about it. Our family loves that we are here too.
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Staff is pleasant, upbeat, and informative.
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After several hospitalizations, care was not to acceptable standards - until we experiences Independence Village. Care here is exceptional!
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I really enjoy living here at the community. Staff is friendly and attentive. I enjoy exercise and various support groups.
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