Bickford of Urbandale

Bickford of Urbandale is a Memory Care Home in Iowa

Bickford of Urbandale is a Memory Care Home in Iowa

Bickford of Urbandale

5915 Sutton Pl, Urbandale, IA 50322 View Map

Bickford of Urbandale is a Memory Care Home in Iowa

Bickford of Urbandale is a Memory Care Home in Iowa

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Overview of Bickford of Urbandale

Bickford of Urbandale is an assisted living with memory care community, located in Urbandale, IA. It can be found east of Brookview Park, and below Beaver Creek. This senior living community prides itself with their Higher Path approach to caring for their residents. This approach aims to help seniors live healthier, happier, and longer, and they do this by providing services such as; 24/7 access to primary care, daily activity assistance from certified caregivers, medication management, wander management, security, and intelligent fall detection among other things. The rooms, whether studio or one bedroom units, are also equipped with strategically located pull cords, for assistance requests any time it’s needed.

At Bickford of Urbandale, assisted living costs wouldn’t be something to worry abouts as they also offer assistance for choosing Medicare Health Plans for their residents. This helps ensure that residents receive the proper care they need, while living a high quality of life, without breaking their banks.

515-679-6450
Home Information Bickford of Urbandale
Bed community size
73-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
18+ years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 28 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

License Status
Active
License Date
September 29, 2024
License Expiration
September 29, 2026

Additional licensing details

License number: S0042
Year opened: 09/30/1999
County: Polk

Ownership & operating entity

Bickford of Urbandale is administrated by Jaleesa Vopava.

Administrator: Jaleesa Vopava
Nonprofit ownership: No

Care Services

Provides Memory Care

Contact Information

Fax: 5152701781

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Transportation Services

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Types of Care at Bickford of Urbandale

Assisted Living Memory Care
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Inspection History

In Iowa, the Department of Social Services (for ALFs) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.

11 visits/inspections

9 visits/inspections triggered by complaints

2 other visits

Iowa average: 15 visits/inspections

Latest inspection

Date:October 16, 2025

Inspection history

Visit Date Visit Type
Revisit
10/16/2025 Complaint, Incident
06/10/2025 Complaint
03/19/2025 Recertification, Complaint
10/14/2024 Incident
04/24/2024 Complaint
02/19/2024 Complaint, Incident, Other
12/08/2022 Recertification, Complaint
07/07/2021 Complaint
01/28/2021 Complaint, FIC
02/19/2020 Complaint

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Address 6.5 miles from city center

Address 5915 Sutton Pl, Urbandale, IA 50322

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Comparison Chart

The information below is reported by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing.
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Bickford of Urbandale
AL

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

MC

Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

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Deerfield Health Care Center
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Guides for Better Senior Living

From costs to care, explore the most important topics to make informed decisions about your future.

Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for Iowa Seniors

Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Elderly Waiver
Iowa Medicaid Elderly Waiver
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: Rural focus; waitlists possible.
  • Services: 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
  • General: Caregiver of someone 60+, Iowa resident.
  • Income Limits: No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
  • Asset Limits: Not applicable.
  • IA Specifics: Limited slots; rural emphasis.
  • Services: 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
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Three tiers; no waitlist.
  • Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)
  • General: Age 55+, 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 Specifics: Limited to western Iowa (e.g., Council Bluffs); expanding slowly.
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, therapy, respite.
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
  • General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Iowa resident.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
  • Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
  • IA Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents.
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Iowa VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics: High veteran demand in rural areas.
  • Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).
Able Up Iowa
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Loans up to $25,000; statewide via Easterseals partnership.
  • Services: Loans for wheelchairs, ramps, walk-in tubs (~$500-$10,000 avg.), reducing reliance on paid care.

Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for Iowa Seniors

Iowa Medicaid Elderly Waiver

Elderly Waiver

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, 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 Specifics:
    Rural focus; waitlists possible.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: In-home care (5-7 hours/day), meals ($6/meal), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care ($60/day).
IA NFCSP

Iowa Family Caregiver Support

Requirements:
  • General:
    Caregiver of someone 60+, Iowa resident.
  • Income Limits:
    No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
  • Asset Limits:
    Not applicable.
  • IA Specifics:
    Limited slots; rural emphasis.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$60/day), short-term facility care (up to 5 days).
Iowa Medicare Savings Program

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:
    Three tiers; no waitlist.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Iowa PACE

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 55+, 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 Specifics:
    Limited to western Iowa (e.g., Council Bluffs); expanding slowly.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, therapy, respite.
Iowa SCSEP

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Iowa resident.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
  • Asset Limits:
    Not specified; income-focused.
  • IA Specifics:
    Priority for veterans, rural residents.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
Iowa VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics:
    High veteran demand in rural areas.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: 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

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:
    Loans up to $25,000; statewide via Easterseals partnership.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Loans for wheelchairs, ramps, walk-in tubs (~$500-$10,000 avg.), reducing reliance on paid care.

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