Walk Score
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
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LifeChoices at Bethany
Senior Communitie, Continuing Care Retirement Community & Home Care · Ames, IA
LifeChoices at Bethany
Senior Communitie, Continuing Care Retirement Community & Home Care · Ames, IA
Overview of LifeChoices at Bethany
LifeChoices at Bethany offers home care and a Continuing Care Retirement Community in Ames, IA. Home care brings support to a member’s residence, while the life care at home model uses membership to guarantee care for life, including 100% nursing home and assisted living care if needed. The model may be a good fit for someone who wants in-home services now while planning for higher care needs later.
Wellness Education & Coaching gives members access to wellness-focused education and coaching. Environmental services are also available through the program. The area has an 82 Walk Score, placing it in the very walkable band, so most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.
By The Numbers
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About this community
Specific ProgramsWellness Education & Coaching, 100% nursing home and assisted living care if needed, Environmental services, In home services
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1.1 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Ames's city center to LifeChoices at Bethany's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.62 miles to nearest hospital (Mary Greeley Medical Center)
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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
RESC (Residential Care):
Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
HC (Home Care):
Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community):
A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
SC (Senior Communitie):
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
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| Childserve Habilitation Center | SC HC NH RC SNF | Johnston | 74 | No | 64 | 35 | 93.2% | 21 | 6 |
| The Vinton Lutheran Home | SC AL HC MC NH SNF | Vinton | 61 | No | 53 | 49 | 77.0% | 27 | 9 |
| Scottish Rite Park Health Care Center | SC AL HC IL MC NH RESC SNF | Des Moines (East Village) | 51 | No | 91 | - | 56.9% | 18 | 5 |
| Everystep | SC HC HOS SNF | Des Moines (East Village) | 45 | No | 91 | 34 | 100.0% | 7 | 7 |
| LifeChoices at Bethany | SC CCRC HC | Ames | - | No | 82 | - | - | - | - |
Frequently Asked Questions about LifeChoices at Bethany
Is LifeChoices at Bethany in a walkable area?
LifeChoices at Bethany has a walk score of 82. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
Are pets allowed at LifeChoices at Bethany?
No, LifeChoices at Bethany has a no-pet policy.
Are there photos of LifeChoices at Bethany?
Yes — there are 3 photos of LifeChoices at Bethany in the photo gallery on this page.
What levels of care does LifeChoices at Bethany provide?
LifeChoices at Bethany offers Senior Communitie, Continuing Care Retirement Community & Home Care.
What is the address of LifeChoices at Bethany?
LifeChoices at Bethany is located at 515 Grand Ave Suite 203, Ames, IA 50010.
What is the phone number of LifeChoices at Bethany?
(515) 460-4161 will put you in contact with the team at LifeChoices at Bethany.
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