Courtney Clark
Apr 2026
Deerfield is a wonderful senior living community. It's beautifully decorated with spacious rooms. The staff there are amazing and dedicated to the overall well-being of the residents. Highly recommend!
1 / 5CMS Care Compare
Reviewers describe Deerfield as a warm, well-run community with attentive, compassionate staff, especially praised for care given as a parent's needs increased. Ratings are largely positive (4.5 average), though one reviewer reported a negative customer service experience without further detail.
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Immanuel: Deerfield is a senior living community in Urbandale, Iowa offering Independent Living and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Outdoor Patio and Fitness Center. Families rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 8 reviews.
Immanuel: Deerfield is a retirement community located in Urbandale, Iowa, situated on 46 peaceful acres near Des Moines, Johnston, and Waukee. The community offers independent living, assisted living, and residential care options tailored to support residents at different stages of retirement.
The community features beautifully designed senior apartments and cozy townhomes surrounded by lush greenery, walking trails, and a scenic lake. Residents enjoy chef-prepared dining, a modern fitness center, and maintenance-free living. The campus blends natural surroundings with convenient access to nearby shopping, dining, and entertainment in central Iowa.
Assisted living at Deerfield provides comprehensive support including assistance with activities of daily living such as medication management, toileting, dressing, and grooming, along with alleviation of daily chores like housekeeping, meals, laundry, and transportation. Residential care offers around-the-clock nursing care and assistance with all activities of daily living in a home-like environment.
The community emphasizes wellness and enrichment through an active lifestyle. Residents participate in social events, wellness programs, and the Immanuel Adventures wellness program designed to explore senior wellness beyond the retirement community. The Immanuel Explorers provide yearly travel experiences across the nation for residents from all Immanuel communities.
Spiritual support is integral to the Immanuel lifestyle, embracing individuals of all faiths and backgrounds. The community offers diverse musical opportunities including vocal and chime choirs that perform at various venues and community events. Well-equipped wellness centers with expert staff support residents' fitness goals through diverse programs and state-of-the-art equipment.
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Courtney Clark
Apr 2026
Deerfield is a wonderful senior living community. It's beautifully decorated with spacious rooms. The staff there are amazing and dedicated to the overall well-being of the residents. Highly recommend!
Angela Carey
Nov 2025
Friendly staff always!! These five stars are for them all the way:) The residents are usually nice people as well. The ice cream parlor with coffee is a bonus!
Melanie Mason
Jul 2024
My mom stayed in Deerfield assisted living, and the care she received was exceptional. The team showed her compassion, respect, and love throughout her time there, even as her needs increased and she needed more help. I highly recommend Deerfield retirement community.
K. M
Jun 2024
Horrible customer service
Taylor Hagedorn
Sep 2023
Deerfield is a phenomenal senior living community with a full continuum of care!
3 inspection visits in the last three years, 14 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 25, 2025
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 31, 2025
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 21, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 21, 2025
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 16, 2024
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 13, 2024
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 6, 2024
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 7, 2024
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 7, 2024
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 16, 2024
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 10, 2024
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 15, 2023
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 15, 2023
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 15, 2023
Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.
Immanuel: Deerfield offers Independent Living and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Yes. Immanuel: Deerfield lists pet-friendly accommodations among its amenities. Ask about any size or breed policies when you visit.
Immanuel: Deerfield is located at 13731 Hickman Road in Urbandale, Iowa.
Reviewers describe Deerfield as a warm, well-run community with attentive, compassionate staff, especially praised for care given as a parent's needs increased. Ratings are largely positive (4.5 average), though one reviewer reported a negative customer service experience without further detail.
Immanuel: Deerfield had 3 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 14 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.
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