Occupancy rate
70%
Lower than the Iowa average: 75.4%Independence Village of Ankeny
Independent Living, Assisted Living & Memory Care · Ankeny, IA
Independence Village of Ankeny
Independent Living, Assisted Living & Memory Care · Ankeny, IA
Independence Village of Ankeny is a senior living community located north of Promenade park. They offer a number of living setups such as independent living, enhanced living, and assisted living with memory care. This senior living community helps residents enjoy their retirement years to the fullest by providing 24 hour care and response services, engagement activities to help stimulate the mind, body, and spirit, as well as round the clock assistance for medication and mobility for residents dealing with memory loss. All of these can be enjoyed in the comfort of their unit of choice, whether it’s studio, one-bedroom, or two bedroom – depending on what would best fit the resident’s needs.
Aside from the usual assisted senior living services, the residents are also encouraged to live as independently as possible, helping them feel more empowered even with age. And if the senior resident would like to keep an animal company, a cat or dog are most welcome to live with them, in the spacious pet-friendly rooms available at Independence Village. Residents are also provided with chef-prepared meals of their choice with consideration to their dietary restrictions, to ensure that they enjoy every meal and still get the nutrition they need. And because a way to keep a youthful energy is to have fun, Independence Village in Ankeny curates activities like movie nights, and manicures and mimosas – ensuring that everyone not only feels young, but also lives a life like one.
20-bed community
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
14 years in operation
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 25 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Occupancy
Lower than the Iowa average: 75.4%Occupied beds
14 / 20
Average residents per home in Iowa
51 per day
StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 19, 2024
ExpirationJanuary 18, 2026
CountyPolk
License NumberS0326
Year Opened01/19/2012
Independence Village of Ankeny is administrated by Sydney Petersen.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactSydney Petersen, Executive Director
Email
[email protected]
Fax5156392130
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 414 / 495 / 600 - 760 / 772 - 932 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 2-story
Types of Care at Independence Village of Ankeny
Assisted Living
Memory Care
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.
Since 2012 · 14 years of data
49 deficiencies
19 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Iowa state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2012 vs. Iowa state average
Overall vs. IA average
4 Worse
Metrics worse than Iowa average:
• Total deficiencies (81% above)
• Deficiencies per year (84% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (44% above)
• Total inspections (27% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
• Total deficiencies (81% above)
• Deficiencies per year (84% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (44% above)
• Total inspections (27% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection
April 23, 2025
Deficiencies
Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.
| Metric | This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 49 | 27 | This facility has 81% more total deficiencies than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (49 vs. IA avg 27).↑ 81% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2012.
| 3.5 | 1.9 | This facility has 84% more deficiencies per year than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (3.5 vs. IA avg 1.9).↑ 84% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 2.6 | 1.8 | This facility has 44% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (2.6 vs. IA avg 1.8).↑ 44% worse |
Inspections
State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.
| Metric | This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 19 | 15 | This facility has 27% more total inspections than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (19 vs. IA avg 15).↑ 27% worse |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on April 24, 2025, cited a deficiency for failing to include durable power of attorney documentation in a tenant’s record. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies related mainly to tenant care, documentation, service plan updates, and staff training, with some issues also involving medication security and incident reporting. Complaint investigations were mostly unsubstantiated, though several substantiated complaints identified repeated regulatory insufficiencies, including failures in evaluations, nurse reviews, and adherence to policies, sometimes resulting in civil penalties. Enforcement actions included fines ranging from $750 to $1,500 in earlier years, but no license suspensions or immediate jeopardy findings were listed in the available reports. The facility’s record shows some improvement in recent years with fewer and less extensive deficiencies noted compared to earlier inspections.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Iowa
Independence Village of Ankeny is located in Ankeny, Iowa.
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2.3 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Ankeny's city center to Independence Village of Ankeny's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 1.42 miles to nearest hospital (Hy-Vee Pharmacy)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independence Village of Ankeny
What neighborhood is Independence Village of Ankeny in?
Independence Village of Ankeny is in the Prairie Trail neighborhood of Ankeny.
Is Independence Village of Ankeny in a walkable area?
Independence Village of Ankeny has a walk score of 25. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of Independence Village of Ankeny?
According to IA state health department records, Independence Village of Ankeny's license number is S0326.
When does Independence Village of Ankeny's license expire?
According to IA state health department records, Independence Village of Ankeny's license expires on January 18, 2026.
What is the occupancy rate at Independence Village of Ankeny?
Independence Village of Ankeny's occupancy is 70%.
What is the best email address for Independence Village of Ankeny?
The team at Independence Village of Ankeny can be reached at [email protected].
Who is the administrator of Independence Village of Ankeny?
Sydney Petersen is the administrator of Independence Village of Ankeny.
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