The Bridges At Ankeny provides licensed nursing-home care with 24-hour nursing coverage. On-site physicians oversee each resident’s care plan, and the clinical team delivers physical therapy, speech therapy, diabetes management, and other skilled services without residents needing to leave the building. Short-term respite stays are available for caregivers who need a temporary solution, and these stays include the same medical oversight and therapy access as long-term placements.

The community is a secured setting, designed for residents who benefit from controlled entry and monitored exits. Staffing levels are maintained around the clock, and emergency response systems are integrated throughout the building. Collaboration between nurses, therapists, and attending doctors supports continuity of care, while regular assessments help the team adjust treatment plans quickly when a resident’s condition changes.

Rooms are available in multiple floor plans, some offering balconies, patios, or decks that connect to landscaped outdoor areas. Features such as wheelchair-accessible showers, widened doorways, in-room Wi-Fi, cable or satellite TV, and individual climate control are present in many units, though not all accommodations include every feature. Surface parking is provided for residents and visitors.

Meals are served restaurant-style with an all-day dining schedule that lets residents choose when they eat. The culinary staff prepares standard menu options alongside no-sugar, low-sodium, and gluten-free selections, and a dietitian reviews menus to support physician-ordered diets. Guests can purchase meals and dine with residents, and hydration stations remain available between meal periods.

Residents can take part in clubs and community groups, use the activity center, or relax in the library and computer lounge. Outdoor walking paths connect to seating areas and a seasonal swimming pool. The calendar routinely features live music, birthday celebrations, social outings, and reminiscence or intergenerational programs, offering structured engagement for a range of interests and cognitive abilities.