Bickford of Urbandale is a senior living community located in Urbandale, Iowa, offering both assisted living and memory care services. The facility provides support for residents who require assistance with daily activities, medication management, and specialized care for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. The community is designed to accommodate the unique needs of residents with memory loss, featuring a secured environment and layouts meant to ensure safety and comfort. The staff includes licensed nurses and medication assistants available 24 hours a day, providing ongoing support with medication administration, health monitoring, and diabetic care. The facility also offers incontinence and ambulatory care, and hospice services are available should resident needs change.

Residents at Bickford of Urbandale have access to a comprehensive suite of therapeutic services, including occupational and physical therapy, designed to maintain or improve mobility and daily function. Memory care programming is structured to provide social engagement, cognitive stimulation, and individualized care planning. The facility accommodates diverse interests through its clubs and community activities and organizes regular life enrichment programs, including yoga sessions and other group fitness opportunities. Additional amenities include on-site laundry and dry cleaning, meal services, a barber/beauty salon, and a calendar of social and creative events.

Transportation services at Bickford of Urbandale are available to residents at cost, supporting both medical appointments and non-medical outings such as shopping trips or recreational activities. This transportation option enables residents to remain connected to the wider community while accommodating necessary healthcare visits.

Review summaries from residents and families indicate that the staff at Bickford of Urbandale is consistently described as friendly, compassionate, and attentive. Caregivers and directors are praised for their responsiveness, knowledge, and the positive, family-like atmosphere they help foster. Multiple reviews highlight the community’s engaging activities, the quality of food, and the clean, home-like environment, though the building is acknowledged as older with areas in need of updates. Some reviewers mention concerns about affordability due to private pay status and not accepting Medicaid or Medicare, as well as occasional feedback regarding accessibility for higher-care residents and food portion sizes. Overall, Bickford of Urbandale is recognized by many families as a well-maintained, welcoming environment where residents receive personal care tailored to their needs, and families find reassurance in the level of support provided to their loved ones.

Costs at this community start at $3,954 and range up to $5,341. The average price in the community is $4,200, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,018. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.