Judson Park in Des Moines operates as a continuing care retirement community, so residents can move among independent living, assisted living, memory support, rehabilitation, and long-term skilled nursing without leaving the campus. Licensed nurses are on duty around the clock, and the health center is Medicare-certified for short-term rehabilitation and complex medical management. On-site physical, occupational, and speech therapy services allow residents to recover from surgery or illness without transferring to an outside facility. Physicians and nurse practitioners visit the community regularly, and the staff coordinates lab work, imaging, and pharmacy services. Medication administration, chronic disease monitoring, and emergency response are handled by trained clinical personnel familiar with each resident’s care plan.

Beyond direct medical services, Judson Park offers routine assistance with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, and mobility, along with scheduled wellness checks to adjust support levels promptly. Care managers help coordinate specialist appointments, arrange transportation to off-site clinics, and facilitate communication with family members and outside providers. Memory support residents benefit from structured daily programming tailored to cognitive abilities, while respite stays and hospice coordination are available when needed. The community also maintains an on-site social worker, spiritual support staff, and a rehabilitation team that collaborates on fall-prevention and fitness programs.

Accommodation options range from studio apartments to larger one- and two-bedroom residences as well as private or shared suites in the health center. Each unit includes a private bathroom and an emergency call system; many have kitchenettes, individual climate controls, and cable connections, while select floor plans add washers and dryers, balconies, or water views. Not all accommodations have all the features just listed. Weekly housekeeping, maintenance, and all basic utilities are handled by the community, and the campus is fully wheelchair accessible with multiple elevators and covered walkways linking residential areas to common spaces.

Dining services provide three daily meals prepared by a culinary team under the guidance of a registered dietitian. Residents may choose among table service in the main dining room, a more casual bistro, or takeout for meals in their own apartment, depending on the meal plan selected. Heart-healthy, diabetic, vegetarian, and texture-modified menus are available, and clinical staff monitor nutritional intake for residents with medical dietary orders. Special events feature themed menus and holiday meals, and family members can reserve a private dining room for gatherings. Not all plans include access to every venue or unlimited guest meals.