Independence Village Pella offers assisted living as its primary level of care, with short-term respite stays available for individuals who need temporary support. Residents who require diabetes monitoring receive help with blood-sugar checks, medication timing, and meal planning, and a speech therapist is on call for swallowing concerns or communication needs. Although the building has secured access points and an emergency call system in every residence, the community does not accept diagnoses of dementia or related memory disorders.
Daily health-care services are delivered on site by a team that includes licensed nurses, physical, occupational, and speech therapists, and visiting podiatrists. Medication management, hospice coordination, incontinence care, and assistance with ambulation are part of the standard service package. Staff can provide some physical help with bathing, dressing, and eating, while toileting support can extend to full assistance when necessary. Residents who use walkers or wheelchairs—or who simply need standby supervision during transfers—are accommodated without extra fees. The building also features areas designed for memory support, but these spaces are used for general cognitive wellness rather than formal memory-care programming.
Apartments come in multiple layouts, and not every unit includes every feature. Options range from companion suites to one-bedroom residences; some have kitchenettes and private bathrooms, while others share facilities. Cable service, weekly housekeeping, and scheduled laundry are provided, and maintenance staff handle routine repairs so residents do not have to manage household chores.
Meals are prepared to order so residents can choose at each sitting, and snacks are available throughout the day. The dietary team manages carbohydrate counts, heart-healthy menus, and other physician-directed modifications to align with diabetes care or other medical instructions. Staff monitor intake for anyone on a specialized plan and relay concerns to clinical personnel.
Amenities include an outdoor smoking area, pet-friendly policies, wheelchair-accessible common spaces, a barber and beauty shop, fitness and wellness center, high-speed internet, communal gardens, on-site religious services, concierge support, and a resident library. It’s a good idea to check with the community during your visit to see if your pet will be allowed.
