Independence Village of Waukee

At Independence Village, everything we do is for you. We are comfortably situated in quiet Waukee, Iowa. From personalized services to help you make the most of every day to menus crafted with a mix of old favorites and new options, fulfilling your wants and needs is our highest priority. Our community offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing services. When it comes to maximizing your retirement, it starts with independent living at Independence Village.

Assisted living at Independence Village means services tailored to individual needs. And for those requiring memory care, we offer an intimate, comfortable setting for individual residents. There’s a reason so many industry professionals refer their patients to Independence Village — as a Medicare-certified community, we provide services including physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and pulmonary rehabilitation in a comfortable environment tailored to your unique needs. Come and experience just how wonderful life can be at Independence Village of Waukee.

Community Amenities and Services

With several years of experience serving seniors, everything at Independence Village is designed to help you create meaningful connections with others and maximize your retirement. Professionally trained employees are available 24-7 to provide continued support and companionship. We offer an array of services to meet you where you’re at, and we’re here to provide you with the support you need and the amenities you desire. A dynamic calendar of activities keeps residents active and engaged, while senior wellness programs support complete well-being.

Our trained employees provide care in a friendly environment designed to help residents create meaningful connections. Our vibrant common areas include a woodworking shop, library and computer center, billiards room, movie theater, and more. From a maintenance-free lifestyle to a variety of perks and amenities, including flexible rental options, unique social clubs and events, transportation services, chef-prepared meals, and more, you will have plenty to enjoy — while we take care of the rest.

Check out some more of our excellent community features:

• Underground parking garage
• Private dining available
• Courtyard with walking path
• Fitness center
• Weekly housekeeping services

Living Arrangements and Amenities

Regardless of care level, residents are accommodated in a space that is both beautiful and safe. We offer studios as well as one- and two-bedroom floor plans. Suites are filled with soft, natural light and lovely color schemes, and common areas such as living rooms and libraries are just outside each apartment.

Care Types Offered

Independence Village of Waukee operates an assisted living program, as well as an assisted living program for people with dementia. In the state of Iowa, these terms are defined as follows:

Assisted Living Programs (ALP)
ALP-provision of housing with services, which may include but are not limited to health-related care, personal care, and assistance with instrumental activities of daily living, to three or more tenants in a physical structure, which provides a homelike environment. Includes encouragement of family involvement, tenant self-direction and tenant participation in decisions.

Assisted Living Programs for People with Dementia (ALP/D)
Dementia-specific assisted living program - a program that serves fewer than 55 tenants and has 5 or more tenants with dementia between Stages 4 and 7 on the Global Deterioration Scale or serves 55 or more tenants and 10 percent or more of the tenants have dementia between Stages 4 and 7 on the Global Deterioration Scale or holds itself out as providing specialized care for persons with dementia in a dedicated setting.

Iowa Facility Inspection Reports