Glen Oaks Alzheimer’s Special Care Center
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Urbandale, IA

Glen Oaks Alzheimer’s Special Care Center

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Urbandale, IA

Overview of Glen Oaks Alzheimer’s Special Care Center

Located in Urbandale, and serving nearby areas including Ankeny, Glen Oaks Alzheimer’s Special Care Center specializes in memory care services that foster a safe and nurturing environment for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Understanding that each resident’s journey is unique, personalized care plans are crafted to address individual needs and preferences, ensuring residents feel comfortable and supported.

Residents also have access to a wealth of amenities in this memory care facility, designed to stimulate and engage residents. From beautifully landscaped courtyards to spacious common areas, the atmosphere establishes a sense of community and belonging. Daily activities calendars keep residents active and social, with options ranging from exercise classes and music therapy to pet visits and religious services.

(515) 331-0970
Walk Score
Walk Score: 66 / 100 Rank #118 / 528Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 118th out of 528 homes in Iowa. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Iowa facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Iowa that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

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What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 212 / 279 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Private / Shared Suite

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Building Type: Single-story

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Beauty Services

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Transportation Services

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Housekeeping Services

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Recreational Activities

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Exercise Programs

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Address 1.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Urbandale's city center to Glen Oaks Alzheimer’s Special Care Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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The information below is reported by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing.

Edencrest at Timberline
AL
IL
MC
RC
Urbandale
120
Facility 120
IA AVG 71
Rank #37 / 407
No
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 45
Rank #514 / 528
-
1
Facility 1
IA AVG 19
Rank #268 / 282
54.2%
Facility 54.2%
IA AVG 66.2%
Rank #242 / 379
-1
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 6.6
Rank #1 / 348
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 0.8
Rank #1 / 348
Bickford of Urbandale
AL
MC
Urbandale (Sutton Place)
73
Facility 73
IA AVG 71
Rank #141 / 407
Yes
28
Facility 28
IA AVG 45
Rank #382 / 528
-
26
Facility 26
IA AVG 19
Rank #74 / 282
53.4%
Facility 53.4%
IA AVG 66.2%
Rank #245 / 379
-10
7
Facility 7
IA AVG 6.6
Rank #205 / 348
1
Facility 1
IA AVG 0.8
Rank #250 / 348
Edencrest at Timberline
AL
IL
MC
RC
Urbandale
40
Facility 40
IA AVG 71
Rank #325 / 407
Yes
2
Facility 2
IA AVG 45
Rank #500 / 528
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
3
Facility 3
IA AVG 19
Rank #250 / 282
27.5%
Facility 27.5%
IA AVG 66.2%
Rank #368 / 379
-3
1
Facility 1
IA AVG 6.6
Rank #31 / 348
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 0.8
Rank #1 / 348
Deerfield Health Care Center
AL
NH
IL
RC
Urbandale
30
Facility 30
IA AVG 71
Rank #390 / 407
No
5
Facility 5
IA AVG 45
Rank #488 / 528
-
31
Facility 31
IA AVG 19
Rank #42 / 282
73.3%
Facility 73.3%
IA AVG 66.2%
Rank #158 / 379
A+19
3
Facility 3
IA AVG 6.6
Rank #93 / 348
3
Facility 3
IA AVG 0.8
Rank #298 / 348
Glen Oaks Alzheimer’s Special Care Center
AL
MC
Urbandale (Urbandale Avenue)-No
66
Facility 66
IA AVG 45
Rank #118 / 528
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Iowa

Glen Oaks Alzheimer’s Special Care Center is located in Urbandale, Iowa.
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Elderly Waiver

Iowa Medicaid Elderly Waiver

Age 65+
General Iowa resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
IA

Rural focus; waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home care (5-7 hours/day) Meals ($6/meal) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($60/day)

Iowa Family Caregiver Support

IA NFCSP

Age Caregiver of someone 60+
General Iowa resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
IA

Limited slots; rural emphasis.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$60/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Iowa Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Iowa resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
IA

Three tiers; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Iowa PACE

Age 55+
General Iowa resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, Medicaid-eligible
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
IA

Limited to western Iowa (e.g., Council Bluffs); expanding slowly.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy Respite

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Iowa VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Iowa resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
IA

High veteran demand in rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Able Up Iowa

Able Up Iowa

Age 65+ or disabled
General Iowa resident, ability to repay loan, need for assistive tech or mods.
Income Limits (2025) No strict limit; must demonstrate repayment capacity.
Asset Limits Not specified; credit-based.
IA

Loans up to $25,000; statewide via Easterseals partnership.

Benefits
Loans for wheelchairs Ramps Walk-in tubs (~$500-$10,000 avg.) Reducing reliance on paid care

Frequently Asked Questions about Glen Oaks Alzheimer’s Special Care Center

What neighborhood is Glen Oaks Alzheimer’s Special Care Center in?

Glen Oaks Alzheimer’s Special Care Center is in the Urbandale Avenue neighborhood.

Is Glen Oaks Alzheimer’s Special Care Center in a walkable area?

Glen Oaks Alzheimer’s Special Care Center has a walk score of 66. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Are there photos of Glen Oaks Alzheimer’s Special Care Center?

Yes — there are 7 photos of Glen Oaks Alzheimer’s Special Care Center in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Glen Oaks Alzheimer’s Special Care Center?

Glen Oaks Alzheimer’s Special Care Center is located at 8525 Urbandale Ave, Urbandale, IA 50322.

What is the phone number of Glen Oaks Alzheimer’s Special Care Center?

(515) 331-0970 will put you in contact with the team at Glen Oaks Alzheimer’s Special Care Center.

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