Occupancy rate
51%
In line with Iowa average
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Assisted Living in Ames
Bickford of Ames
Assisted Living in Ames
Bickford of Ames
Overview of Bickford of Ames
Bickford of Ames offers a seamless journey through aging. With a deep commitment to assisted living, their caregivers provide personalized and top-notch services. Their unique approach involves an advanced resident monitoring system, ensuring safety through secure building features, pull cords, and wearable call buttons. Alongside this, they serve high-quality, culinary delights prepared within the community, maintaining exceptional culinary standards.
Their activities are far from ordinary, encouraging community engagement, positive values, and memorable family gatherings. They infuse excitement into daily routines with themed days and foster a sense of belonging through various events. The community also provides essential services like transportation and medication management, making it a pet-friendly haven that truly understands the needs of seniors, offering a home that goes beyond typical assisted living, catering to their unique requirements and preferences.
Annessa Pruismann serves as the Executive Director at Bickford of Ames, leading the community with a dedicated team of caregivers committed to exceptional senior care. She plays a key role in ensuring a supportive and compassionate environment for residents and their families.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
49
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
51%
Residents per day
25
Occupancy rate
51%
Residents per day
25
49-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
27 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 45 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Occupancy
In line with Iowa averageOccupied beds
25 / 49
Average residents
51 per day
StatusActive
IssuanceMay 3, 2025
ExpirationMay 3, 2027
CountyStory
License NumberS0024
Year Opened03/05/1999
Bickford of Ames is administrated by Annessa Pruismann.
24-Hour Staffing
Email
[email protected]
Fax5152689817
Salon Services
Bistro
Outdoor Spaces
Personalized Care
Specific ProgramsAssisted Living, Independent Living, Montessori Memory Care
Food DescriptionDining room serves restaurant-style meals three times a day.
Meals IncludedYes
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Bickford of Ames
Assisted Living
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.
28 visits/inspections
14 visits/inspections triggered by complaints
Breakdown by inspection type
- 9 renewal/recertification inspections
- 14 complaint investigations
- 4 incident investigations
- 1 follow-up inspection
Iowa average: 17 visits/inspections
Iowa average: 0 inspections
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Latest inspection
Date
October 23, 2025
Inspection history
10/23/2025
Complaint, Incident
05/29/2025
Recertification, Complaint
02/20/2025
Complaint, Incident
05/01/2024
Complaint, Incident
06/28/2023
Recertification, Complaint Revisit
Yes
03/23/2023
Complaint
05/13/2021
Recertification, Incident, FIC
10/30/2019
Incident
08/19/2019
Recertification
01/28/2019
Complaint
10/10/2018
Complaint
03/21/2018
Complaint
02/22/2018
Incident
11/06/2017
Complaint Revisit
Yes
07/13/2017
Recertification, Complaint, Incident
12/27/2016
Incident
01/25/2016
Complaint
09/30/2015
Recertification, Complaint Revisit
Yes
03/30/2015
Recertification, Complaint, Incident
03/25/2014
Complaint
02/11/2013
Recertification
11/13/2012
Incident
09/13/2012
Complaint
07/12/2012
Complaint
07/06/2011
Complaint
01/22/2009
Recertification
01/16/2007
Complaint
01/12/2005
Complaint
41 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Iowa average: 27 deficiencies
Inspection Report Summary for Bickford of Ames
The most recent inspection on October 23, 2025, found deficiencies related to medication administration, incident reporting, tenant care, staff training, and service plan documentation. Earlier inspections showed a recurring pattern of issues with medication management, nurse delegation and training, incident reporting, and meeting tenants’ individualized care needs. Complaint investigations frequently cited deficiencies involving medication errors, incomplete or untimely service plans, and failure to consistently follow policies and procedures. Enforcement actions included a $1,000 civil penalty in 2012 for retaining a tenant who exceeded the assisted living level of care, and a $500 civil penalty in 2009 for incomplete employee record checks; no fines or license actions were listed in the most recent reports. The inspection history indicates ongoing challenges in medication administration and staff training, with some fluctuations but no clear sustained improvement over time.
Compare Assisted Living around Ames The information below is reported by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing.
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MC
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NH
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MC
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RC
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30
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Studio
24
100.0%
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MC
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36
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0
0
0
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