The Fountains Retirement Community

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  • Interior

    A spacious dining area with modern furnishings and large windows.
  • Outdoors

    A mother duck leading her ducklings across a grassy area near a building.
  • Decor

    A cozy living room with a beige sofa, glass coffee table, and framed wall art.
  • Building

    A view of a large building with a sloped grassy hill and a partly cloudy sky.
  • Windows

    A spacious dining area with tables and chairs, featuring large windows that allow natural light to flood the room.
  • Dining

    A cozy restaurant interior with tables and chairs arranged in a spacious dining area.
  • Landscaping

    A view of residential buildings with a cloudy sky and well-maintained landscaping.

The Fountains Retirement Community

3752 Thunder Ridge Road, Bettendorf, IA 52722

For more information about senior living options: (844) 490-3973

3.7 from 9 reviews
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Assisted Living Independent Living Memory Care Respite Care

Overall Review

Pros

  • pro The food at the luxury senior resort is awesome and promotes healthier eating habits.
  • pro The Fountains Retirement Community encourages socialization and offers a variety of activities.
  • pro The staff at The Fountains Retirement Community is friendly, courteous, and understanding.
  • pro The facility is clean, organized, and has great security measures in place.
  • pro The one-bedroom and two-bedroom suites at The Fountains Retirement Community are well-equipped and spacious.
  • pro The residents at The Fountains Retirement Community are happy, content, and engaged in various activities.
  • pro The apartments at Fountains Senior are nice and well-maintained.
  • pro The staff at Fountains Senior is patient, understanding, and helpful towards residents and their families.
  • pro Visitors to the facility have access to amenities such as an ice cream machine, library, movie room, and large eating area.

Cons

  • pro The facility didn't have as much natural light.
  • pro The Fountains Retirement Community seemed limited in terms of activities and common spaces.
  • pro The inside of the apartment unit was dirty.
  • pro An employee at the facility yelled at a resident inappropriately.
  • pro Two employees were overheard speaking negatively about the community while assisting a resident.
  • pro Lack of staff and unfriendly atmosphere was mentioned.
  • pro The rooms at Fountains Senior were not customizable.
  • pro Some employees were discussing new job opportunities and speaking negatively about the community in front of residents.
  • pro The apartment unit at Fountains Senior was not well-maintained cleanliness-wise.
  • pro There were limitations on what activities could be offered due to the limited common area space at The Fountains Retirement Community.

Review

The Fountains Retirement Community is receiving rave reviews from residents and their families, who feel like they are living at a luxury senior resort. The abundance of things to be grateful for is evident, with the delicious and healthy food being one of the highlights. Residents are enjoying a healthier lifestyle, thanks to the amazing dining options available.

Aside from the food, there is an array of activities offered to keep residents engaged and ensure they socialize and get out of their rooms. Whether it's listening to music played on the piano or playing cards with others, there is always something happening at this community. Activities are plentiful, ensuring that residents have plenty of opportunities to participate in things they enjoy.

During in-person tours of The Fountains Retirement Community, visitors have been impressed with the friendly staff and the encouragement for residents to see other people and engage in different activities. The facility itself is clean and well-organized, designed to prevent residents from getting lost and ensuring their safety. Rooms have everything one would need and are freshly remodeled, providing a comfortable living space.

One-bedroom and two-bedroom suites are available, with the former featuring a sitting room or living room equipped with a small kitchenette. Handicapped bathrooms with emergency cords ensure safety for all residents. The hallways are railed and wide, making mobility easier for everyone. The menu offers a varied selection of meals, including an on-demand service for those who prefer scrambled eggs every day.

Reviews also highlight the beauty of The Fountains Retirement Community, commending its facilities such as fitness centers, theaters, card rooms, puzzles areas, libraries, and multiple dining rooms. Residents appreciate having access to a range of amenities that contribute to their overall satisfaction.

While most reviews express positivity about this retirement community's offerings, some critics highlight potential areas for improvement. One reviewer mentions concerns regarding cleanliness and maintenance issues within certain areas of the facility. Another reviewer expresses disappointment in limited common spaces for activities, which may restrict the range of possible programming.

Despite these criticisms, multiple reviews emphasize the caring and helpful nature of the staff. Employees are patient and understanding, maintaining familiarity with residents and their families. The facility keeps residents informed of any changes or upcoming plans, ensuring transparency and clear communication. Strict security measures are in place, including controlled access points and ample visitor parking.

Overall, The Fountains Retirement Community offers an appealing living environment for seniors seeking a pleasant and engaging retirement experience. The positive feedback from residents and their loved ones highlights the luxury amenities, healthy food options, diverse activities, cleanliness, welcoming staff, and strong sense of community that make this retirement community a desirable choice for many seniors.

Features

Housing

  • 136 resident community capacity 136 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • 2-bedroom apartments 2-bedroom apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Independent Living Independent Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care
  • Respite Care Respite Care

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Full kitchen Full kitchen
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • General store General store
  • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
  • Guest parking Guest parking
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Overnight guests Overnight guests
  • Party space Party space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Private cleaning services Private cleaning services
  • Resident parking Resident parking
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Spa Spa
  • TV room TV room
  • Telephone Telephone
  • VA Benefits Consultation VA Benefits Consultation
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet Wi-Fi/high-speed internet

Transportation

  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Hospice care Hospice care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Arts and crafts Arts and crafts
  • Book club Book club
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking club Cooking club
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Games Games
  • Gardening club Gardening club
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Stories Stories
  • Tai Chi Tai Chi
  • Wii bowling Wii bowling
  • Yoga / chair yoga Yoga / chair yoga

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Description

The Fountains Retirement Community in Bettendorf, IA offers a comfortable and enriching environment for seniors in need of assisted living services. With 2-bedroom apartments available, residents have plenty of space to make themselves at home.

The community provides a range of care options, including Independent Living, Memory Care, and Respite Care. Staff are available 24/7 to provide assistance with activities of daily living, such as bathing and dressing. Additionally, the community offers specialized memory care programming for those with cognitive impairments.

Residents can enjoy a variety of amenities and services designed to enhance their quality of life. There is an on-site beautician and beauty salon for personal grooming needs. Cable or satellite TV is provided for entertainment purposes. Community-operated transportation makes it easy for residents to get around town. A computer center is available for staying connected with loved ones or pursuing personal interests.

Dining options are plentiful at The Fountains. A dining room offers restaurant-style meals, while room service is also available. Special dietary restrictions can be accommodated to ensure everyone's nutritional needs are met.

Engaging in meaningful activities is an important part of life at The Fountains. Residents can participate in arts and crafts projects, book club discussions, cooking clubs, fitness programs, gardening clubs, and more. Educational speakers provide opportunities for lifelong learning. Live musical performances add joy and entertainment to everyday life. Planned day trips allow residents to explore the surrounding area.

Convenience is key with numerous amenities nearby. Residents have access to three cafes, five parks, 12 pharmacies, 28 physicians, 30 restaurants, two places of worship, one theater nearby. This ensures that they remain connected to the local community and have access to necessary services.

Overall, The Fountains Retirement Community in Bettendorf provides a supportive environment where seniors can thrive. With a range of care services and an abundance of amenities and activities on offer, residents can enjoy a fulfilling and comfortable lifestyle.

Nearby Places of Interest

Physicians

  • Advanced Wellness Sports & Spine (0.6 miles)
  • Genesis Health Group, Family Practice, Bettendorf, 53rd Avenue at Woodlands (0.6 miles)
  • Genesis Health Group - Medical Center (1.3 miles)
  • Quad Cities Pediatrics PC (1.7 miles)
  • Genesis Pain Management Center (2 miles)
  • Mary Kathleen Figaro (2 miles)
  • Udaya Shreesha, MD (2.2 miles)

Parks

  • Crow Creek Park (0.8 miles)
  • Veteran's Memorial Park (3 miles)
  • Garfield Park (4.5 miles)
  • Ben Butterworth Playground (4.5 miles)
  • Lindsey Park (4.8 miles)
  • Radden Park (5.3 miles)
  • Vander Veer Botanical Park (5.5 miles)

Restaurants

  • McDonald's (1.2 miles)
  • The Tangled Wood (1.2 miles)
  • Crawford Brew Works (1.5 miles)
  • Biaggi's Ristorante Italiano (1.8 miles)
  • Barrel House (1.8 miles)
  • Panchero's Mexican Grill (1.9 miles)
  • Taco Bell (2 miles)

Places of Worship

  • St John Vianney Church (1.5 miles)
  • St Paul The Apostle School (4.9 miles)

Hospitals

  • Hogren Melissa J OD Hogren Melissa Optometrist (1.6 miles)
  • Genesis Health Group, Endocrinology (2 miles)
  • S And K (3 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (1.8 miles)
  • Hy-Vee Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.1 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (2.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.4 miles)
  • Target Pharmacy (2.4 miles)
  • Main Healthcare Pharmacy (3.3 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (1.9 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.3 miles)
  • Coya's Cafe (4.8 miles)
  • Panera Bread (5.3 miles)

Theaters

  • Cinemark Davenport 18 IMAX (2.1 miles)

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