Woodlands Creek Senior Living
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Clive, IA

Woodlands Creek Senior Living

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Clive, IA

Overview of Woodlands Creek Senior Living

Considerably one of the trusted senior living communities in the city, Woodlands Creek offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care lifestyle in a warm and welcoming environment for the residents– making them feel right at home. The retirement home strives in promoting an engaging social life for the seniors to create endless possibilities for them as well as develop meaningful relationships that blossom into wonderful memories. Woodlands is the home where people and interests are mattered and cared for.

The resident lifestyle of independent living seniors is focused on maintaing an active lifestyle by offering them a range of scheduled activities. Assisted living levels of care offer a range of services focused on the individualized and personal care needs of its residents: transportation, a geriatric physician, and a 24/7 nursing staff– the same goes for the memory care unit.

Years in operation
23 years in operation Rank #106 / 286Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 106th 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
Walk Score: 21 / 100 Rank #415 / 528Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 415th 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency safety alarm system

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactNicole Thomsen, Creative Director (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

Additional Policies & Features

Visitor PolicyVisitors are welcome at any time.
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
Utilities IncludedYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Center
Library
Salon
Barber
Spa
Restaurant
Bistro
Courtyard
Garden
Patio
Walking Paths
Billiards
Transportation
Housekeeping
Laundry
Linen Service
Private Dining
ActivitiesActivities and programs are designed to engage residents in physical, social, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual wellness
Wellness Program
Branded ProgramsLifeLoop

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$3,870 per month

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Address 1.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Clive's city center to Woodlands Creek Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around West Des Moines

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.

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IA AVG 71
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51
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9
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Private Rooms
27
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53.0% -32
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7
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5
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Edgewater, a WesleyLife Community for Healthy Living
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7
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3
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Woodlands Creek Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
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21
Facility 21
IA AVG 45
Rank #415 / 528
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23
Facility 23
IA AVG 19
Rank #106 / 286
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Iowa

Woodlands Creek Senior Living is located in Clive, Iowa.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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 Woodlands Creek Senior Living

Is Woodlands Creek Senior Living in a walkable area?

Woodlands Creek Senior Living has a walk score of 21. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

How long has Woodlands Creek Senior Living been in business?

Woodlands Creek Senior Living has been operating for approximately 23 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Does Woodlands Creek Senior Living have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Woodlands Creek Senior Living on this page.

Are pets allowed at Woodlands Creek Senior Living?

Yes, Woodlands Creek Senior Living allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of Woodlands Creek Senior Living?

Yes — there are 48 photos of Woodlands Creek Senior Living in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Woodlands Creek Senior Living?

Woodlands Creek Senior Living is located at 12675 Woodlands Pkwy, Clive, IA 50325.

What is the phone number of Woodlands Creek Senior Living?

(515) 223-9755 will put you in contact with the team at Woodlands Creek Senior Living.

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