Overview of Fairmeadows Village

Fairmeadows Village is an active 55+ retirement home that heeds a home-like atmosphere. Its management encourages residents to live vibrantly by socializing and making meaningful memories with people their age. Families of residents can trust that Fairmeadows is committed to maintaining loving and dignified care and supervision for their loved ones.

Community services and amenities center on residents’ comfort and stability– restaurant-style dining with private dining options, engaging events and entertainment, enriching programs, transportation, arts and crafts, library, and wellness centers.

Years in operation
31 years in operation Rank #42 / 284Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 42nd out of 284 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: 27 / 100 Rank #387 / 528Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 387th 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactMary Bennett, Director (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

Additional Policies & Features

Minimum Age55

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 1.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from West Des Moines's city center to Fairmeadows Village's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Iowa

Fairmeadows Village is located in West Des Moines, 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
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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 Fairmeadows Village

What neighborhood is Fairmeadows Village in?

Fairmeadows Village is in the Vine Street neighborhood of West Des Moines.

Is Fairmeadows Village in a walkable area?

Fairmeadows Village has a walk score of 27. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are pets allowed at Fairmeadows Village?

Yes, Fairmeadows Village allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of Fairmeadows Village?

Yes — there are 6 photos of Fairmeadows Village in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Fairmeadows Village?

Fairmeadows Village is located at 2625 Vine St, West Des Moines, IA 50265.

What is the phone number of Fairmeadows Village?

(515) 222-4469 will put you in contact with the team at Fairmeadows Village.

Does Fairmeadows Village provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — Fairmeadows Village is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.

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