Occupancy rate
100%
Higher than the Iowa average: 75.4%Independence Village of Ames
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Ames, IA
Independence Village of Ames
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Ames, IA
Overview of Independence Village of Ames
Operated by the StoryPoint Group, Independence Village of Ames is a senior living community in Ames, Iowa, offering assisted living and memory care. The community is located within a few miles of Mary Greeley Medical Center, giving residents and visiting family convenient access to nearby hospital care when needed.
The two-story community has 30 beds and has been serving residents for 25 years. Residents can choose from studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans. The community is currently at full occupancy. The combination of a long operating history and full occupancy reflects an established community with consistent demand.
Residents receive 24-hour supervision along with specialized memory care services. Respite care is available for families who need a short-term care option. Daily life includes chef-prepared meals served in a home-style setting, transportation services, and fitness and recreation programs that encourage residents to stay active and engaged. Sydney Petersen serves as the community’s administrator.
The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 51, which is moderately walkable. Some nearby shops and services can be reached on foot, while most errands and outings require a car. State inspection history has focused on staff training, resident assessments, care plan documentation, and building safety features such as exit door alarms. More recent complaint investigations found no substantiated issues.
30-bed community Rank #389 / 406Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 389th out of 406 homes in Iowa for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Iowa facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
25 years in operation Rank #86 / 286Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 86th out of 286 homes in Iowa for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Iowa facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 51 / 100 Rank #213 / 528Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 213th out of 528 homes in Iowa for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Iowa facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Occupancy
Higher than the Iowa average: 75.4%Occupied beds
30 / 30
Average occupied beds in Iowa homes
51 beds
Facility TypeAssisted Living Programs For People With Dementia
StatusActive
IssuanceApril 23, 2001
ExpirationApril 23, 2027
CountyStory
License NumberS0041
Year Opened04/23/2001
Independence Village of Ames is administered by Sydney Petersen.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactSyndney Petersen, Executive Director (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)
Fax5152962134
Inspection History
In Iowa, the Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing conducts unannounced health and safety surveys to monitor compliance and protect residents in long-term care settings.
Since 2006 · 20 years of data
31 deficiencies
21 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Iowa state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2006 vs. Iowa state average
Overall vs. IA average
1 Worse
Metrics worse than Iowa average:
• Total deficiencies (15% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Iowa average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (17% below)
• Total deficiencies (15% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Iowa average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (17% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 31 | 27 | This facility has 15% more total deficiencies than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (31 vs. IA avg 27).↑ 15% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 1.5 | 1.8 | This facility has 17% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (1.5 vs. IA avg 1.8).↓ 17% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 21 | 15 | This facility has had 40% more total inspections than the Iowa average (21 vs. IA avg 15). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 40% more |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- June 6, 2024 inspection cited 4 deficiencies including staffing, dementia training delays, and a nonworking exit door alarm affecting 16 memory care tenants.
- No deficiencies were found during complaint investigations on April 18, 2023, and June 6, 2024, showing no substantiated complaints in recent years.
- Prior inspections repeatedly cited failures in tenant evaluations, service plan updates, and exit door alarms from 2011 through 2021, indicating ongoing compliance problems over time.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 403 / 522 / 738 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Independence Village of Ames
Studio
1 Bedroom
2 bedroom
Places of interest near Independence Village of Ames
2.7 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Ames's city center to Independence Village of Ames's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 3.67 miles to nearest hospital (Mary Greeley Medical Center)
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Compare Assisted Living around Ames
Info below is compiled from the IA Dept. of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing (DIAL), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
| Northridge Village | AL IL MC NH SNF | Ames | 68
Facility
68
IA AVG
71
Rank
#170 / 406 | Yes |
5
Facility
5
IA AVG
45
Rank
#488 / 528 | - | 10
Facility
10
IA AVG
19
Rank
#188 / 286 | 63.2% | A | 8 | 3
Facility
3
IA AVG
7
Rank
#89 / 294 | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.9
Rank
#1 / 294 |
| Northcrest Community | AL IL MC NH SNF | Ames | 64
Facility
64
IA AVG
71
Rank
#190 / 406 | No |
36
Facility
36
IA AVG
45
Rank
#324 / 528 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 5
Facility
5
IA AVG
19
Rank
#233 / 286 | 50.0% | - | 2 | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
7
Rank
#1 / 294 | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.9
Rank
#1 / 294 |
| Green Hills Retirement Community | AL IL MC NH SNF | Ames (Hamilton Drive) | 56
Facility
56
IA AVG
71
Rank
#233 / 406 | Yes |
18
Facility
18
IA AVG
45
Rank
#430 / 528 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 40
Facility
40
IA AVG
19
Rank
#25 / 286 | 78.6% | - | 11 | 2
Facility
2
IA AVG
7
Rank
#55 / 294 | 3
Facility
3
IA AVG
0.9
Rank
#248 / 294 |
| Northridge Village | AL IL MC NH SNF | Ames (Somerset) | 38
Facility
38
IA AVG
71
Rank
#351 / 406 | Yes |
44
Facility
44
IA AVG
45
Rank
#269 / 528 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 10
Facility
10
IA AVG
19
Rank
#188 / 286 | 94.7% | A | 15 | 3
Facility
3
IA AVG
7
Rank
#89 / 294 | 2
Facility
2
IA AVG
0.9
Rank
#231 / 294 |
| Independence Village of Ames | AL MC RC | Ames | 30
Facility
30
IA AVG
71
Rank
#389 / 406 | Yes |
51
Facility
51
IA AVG
45
Rank
#213 / 528 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 25
Facility
25
IA AVG
19
Rank
#86 / 286 | - | A+ | 21 | 11
Facility
11
IA AVG
7
Rank
#244 / 294 | 2
Facility
2
IA AVG
0.9
Rank
#231 / 294 |
Financial Assistance for
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independence Village of Ames
Is Independence Village of Ames in a walkable area?
Independence Village of Ames has a walk score of 51. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
What is the license number of Independence Village of Ames?
According to IA state health department records, Independence Village of Ames's license number is S0041.
When does Independence Village of Ames's license expire?
According to IA state health department records, Independence Village of Ames's license expires on April 23, 2027.
What is the occupancy rate at Independence Village of Ames?
Independence Village of Ames's occupancy is 100%.
How long has Independence Village of Ames been in business?
Independence Village of Ames has been operating for approximately 25 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Independence Village of Ames?
Yes, Independence Village of Ames allows residents to bring their pets.
What is the best email address for Independence Village of Ames?
The team at Independence Village of Ames can be reached at sydney.petersen@independencevillages.com.
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