Reviews & Awards
at Independence Village of Ankeny

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 staff goes above and beyond for their residence. The staff is attentive and kind, they treat them like family. I would recommend this assisted living to friends and family.

Loved the facility, clean, modern but cozy ! Allese gave us the perfect tour & her caring shone through! Your loved one will be well taken care of here!

The management team at IPV is fantastic and truly cares. They are very involved with their residents and families. The facility is modern and always clean.

Allese has been so kind and welcoming to me, answering any questions I have about Independent Village and being available through text message. The facility and amenities are very nice—I would recommend Independent Village in Ankeny to anyone looking for assisted living or memory care!

Very caring staff and aesthetically pleasing environment. Their staff is committed to providing excellent care and demonstrates stability which can be rare in assisted living.

I recently toured Independence Village, and I was incredibly impressed. From the moment I walked in, the environment felt so warm, inviting, and full of life. You can truly see that the staff take great pride in their work—they treat the individuals who live there with such genuine kindness, patience, and respect. It’s heartwarming to see residents living in a place they’ve chosen, surrounded by people who care about them and a community that feels like home. It’s clear that Independence Village isn’t just a place to live—it’s a place where people are valued and well cared for.

The staff is so engaged and such a welcoming environment, I love coming to this building!

It is a privilege to collaborate with Independence Village of Ankeny to address the needs of patients in the memory care unit. As a chaplain with St. Croix Hospice, I have had the honor of supporting both patients and families within the memory care setting. The staff here is exceptional, consistently demonstrating kindness, compassion, and a genuine commitment to their roles. I have had the opportunity to observe Phanice's care for a patient, and her bedside manner was remarkably gentle and soothing.The memory care unit at Independence Village is truly unique. The nurses, CNAs, and all team members engage with the patients in meaningful ways, ensuring they are spoken to rather than at. If there were saints among us, this medical team would certainly qualify. The environment is beautifully maintained and offers numerous opportunities for residents, making it a perfect home away from home for your loved ones or yourselves.I highly recommend Independence Village of Ankeny. As I approach retirement, I would personally choose to reside here.Blessings Chaplain Bella St. Croix Hospice

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.

We toured & it felt like home, friendly community, I could see my mom living here.

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.