Best Assisted Living in Urbandale, Iowa
5 communities found
MyLivingChoice lists 5 assisted living communities in Urbandale. Families rate them 4.7 out of 5 on average, across 81 public reviews.
- 5communities
- 4.7average rating, 4 rated
- 81family reviews read
Senior Helpers - Central Iowa
Urbandale, Iowa
4.9(52)
Home care · no referral needed
From $3,500/moSenior Suites of Urbandale
Urbandale, Iowa
5(4)
Assisted Living
Home Halo of Iowa
Urbandale, Iowa
4.6(10)
Assisted Living
Emeritus at Urbandale
Urbandale, Iowa
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
StoryPoint Timberline
Urbandale, Iowa
4.1(15)
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
Best-rated assisted living in Urbandale
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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4.9 (52 reviews)· Assisted Living, At-Home Care
Senior Helpers - Central Iowa provides in-home care services for seniors in the Des Moines metro area, and families consistently praise the intake staff for clear, patient communication during the assessment process.…
- 2
4.6 (10 reviews)· Assisted Living
Home Halo of Iowa is a non-medical in-home care agency serving seniors and veterans across the state, including Urbandale. Reviewers consistently praise individual caregivers for their warmth, reliability, and the…
- 3
4.1 (15 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
What families say about assisted living in Urbandale
Counted across the review summaries of 5 Urbandale communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 60%
- Communication with families 40%
- Value for money 40%
- Memory care 40%
- Food and dining 20%
Concerns raised
- Communication with families 40%
- Cost and billing 40%
“I set up an assessment with Sierra & Madison for my grandmother & they did an AMAZING job communicating with me. This is something new & nerve wracking for me & they did wonderful making sure I was well informed!”
“Alexis Elfgin was my fathers home care assistant. . She was very kind to my father and attentive and always willing to do any task needed. I recommend her to receive kudos from her employers.”
Assisted Living in Urbandale: the figures
- •Most common amenities: housekeeping (4), medication management (4), emergency call system (4), laundry service (4), dietary accommodations (3), gathering / activity spaces (3).
Assisted Living near Urbandale
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clive2.6 mi | 5 | 4.9 / 5 | 2.6 mi |
| Johnston3.1 mi | 12 | 4.2 / 5 | 3.1 mi |
| West Des Moines3.6 mi | 26 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.6 mi |
| Des Moines6.5 mi | 31 | 4 / 5 | 6.5 mi |
| Ankeny9.1 mi | 16 | 4.4 / 5 | 9.1 mi |
| Norwalk10.1 mi | 6 | 3.9 / 5 | 10.1 mi |
| Indianola21.1 mi | 10 | 4.4 / 5 | 21.1 mi |
| Ames28.4 mi | 22 | 4.5 / 5 | 28.4 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 9, 2026 from the 5 communities listed in Urbandale, 81 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Urbandale ask about.
- Home Care in Iowa: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- Signs It Is Time to Move From Home Care to Assisted Living
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Assisted Living in Urbandale: Common Questions
How many assisted living communities are in Urbandale, Iowa?
MyLivingChoice lists 5 assisted living communities in Urbandale, Iowa, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which assisted living communities in Urbandale are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Senior Helpers - Central Iowa (4.9★, 52 ratings), Home Halo of Iowa (4.6★, 10 ratings), StoryPoint Timberline (4.1★, 15 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Urbandale?
Beyond assisted living, Urbandale has independent living (6 communities), at-home care (4 communities), home health (4 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (4 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate assisted living in Urbandale?
Families rate Urbandale assisted living communities 4.7 out of 5 on average, across 81 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Urbandale assisted living communities?
Across the review summaries of 5 Urbandale communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 60%), communication with families (mentioned for 40%), value for money (mentioned for 40%). The most common concerns are communication with families (40%), cost and billing (40%).
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving Urbandale bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
