Reviews & Awards
at Independence Village of Ankeny

The staff is amazing & my mom has been wonderfully cared for. She says the food is hit or miss but there has been a few chefs since she got there. The cleanliness is off the charts in fact my mom just got moved into a newly remodeled apartment that is stunning. The staff is very friendly & helpful. The only downside is there has been a lot of turnover but I feel like that happens at all facilities.

Living at Independence Village has been a wonderful experience for my parents. The transition from another independent living facility wasn’t easy, but the staff made it so much smoother with their kindness and support. Both the memory care and assisted living teams are incredibly compassionate and genuinely care about the residents. It’s clear they don’t just do their jobs—they truly love what they do. I’m very grateful we found this community when we did. It has made a meaningful difference in my parents’ quality of life and given our family real peace of mind.

I have visited this building many times over the years and I’m always impressed with everything from how clean the building is to how good it smells and how friendly the staff is.

Independence Village Ankeny gave genuine compassion, kindness, and heartfelt care for our loved one. Nina and staff are the fantastic with care.

Choosing Independence Village of Ankeny for our loved one gave us something we hadn’t felt in a long time—peace of mind. From day one, the staff showed genuine compassion, kindness, and respect, making our family feel supported every step of the way. Seeing our loved one feel safe, valued, and truly cared for means everything to us. This community is more than a place to live—it’s a place that feels like family. We are deeply grateful.

Independence Village of Ankeny has a warm, friendly atmosphere the minute you walk through the front door. The building is clean, comfortable and beautifully furnished. And the staff is wonderful, and so attentive and caring! It's been a joy getting to know and work with them!

My aunt has lived at Independence Village in Ankeny for almost two years. After a short adjustment period, she has settled in. She has gotten to know the staff & they have gotten to know her.I'm most impressed with the sincere care given to each individual by the entire staff. The caregivers see each resident several times throughout the day. Early this year, when a health issue arose, the nurse was notified. She notified me right away. Her guidance was thoughtful, knowledgeable & helpful beyond measure.The cleaning & maintenance staff work together. The apartments & building are clean. The chef is attentive to the residents. Meals are delicious & served with polite care. The residents are treated to a "food tasting" as seasonal menus change. The activities are plentiful & tailored to the residents interests. The receptionist & administrative staff are welcoming, knowledgeable, helpful & caring.My aunt is living comfortably & safely.Our experience has been good.

From the first time we toured Independence Village over 3 years ago, we knew it was the place for mom. The facility is beautiful, the rooms are generously sized, but the staff beyond compare! Every person we've worked with spoken to or who has helped has been fantastic! Mom is happy. Comfortable and safe what more could we want!

The facility is amazing. It is very clean & the staff is very nice. They treat my mom so good. There has been a lot of staff turnover since my mom moved in one year ago which gets confusing & frustrating l. However when we have questions we get a response asap and the executive is working hard to get the communication running smoother. The aids that help my mom are wonderful. They treat her with kindness & care. My mom isn't a huge fan of the food but there has also been about 4 chefs since she moved in so her opinion changes. All in all Independence Village has a wonderful place for my mom with plenty of activities & people around to help her & she's very happy there.

What a breath of fresh air this facility has become! The staff have been so friendly and helpful to work with, every time I am there. The building is clean, polished, and exquisitely decorated. Go check out all the wonderful things they can provide for you or a loved one.

I have no complaints.

Great Experience.

Staff us very helpful, since I have car I run errands on my own.

As a great speaker and volunteer, I've had excellent experiences.

Love living here. Activities, food, staff and care all exceed expectations!