Meth-Wick Community

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  • Interior

    A cozy living room with a brick fireplace, armchairs, and an aquarium.
  • Outdoors

    A serene park scene featuring a pond surrounded by trees, with a road curving through the lush greenery.
  • Decor

    A cozy bedroom with a single upholstered bed, a side table with a lamp, and a window framed by wooden trim.
  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with stylish furniture and artwork on the wall.
  • Building

    A modern building with a prominent entrance surrounded by landscaping.
  • Trees

    A tranquil pond surrounded by reeds and trees, with reflections on the water.
  • Windows

    A bright and comfortable waiting room with chairs and tables arranged around large windows.
  • Dining

    A cozy kitchen and dining area with wooden cabinets, modern appliances, and a centerpiece of flowers on the table.
  • Landscaping

    A serene garden with a central bench surrounded by greenery and trees.
  • Seating Area

    Spacious and elegantly furnished lobby area with comfortable seating.
  • Natural Light

    A cozy library interior with wooden beams and ample natural light filtering in through large windows.
  • Interior Decor

    A modern living room with patterned armchairs surrounding a wooden coffee table, featuring neutral tones and wood flooring.

Meth-Wick Community

1224 13th St NW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52405

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

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Assisted Living Continuing Care Retirement Community(CCRC) Independent Living Memory Care Skilled Nursing Facility

Overall Review

Pros

  • pro Meth-Wick has a variety of talented staff members, specialists, and Alzheimer's exercises, making it a great choice for assisted living.
  • pro The location of Meth-Wick is convenient, being close to grocery stores and fitness centers.
  • pro The community at Meth-Wick is clean and surrounded by woods and lawns, creating a safe environment.
  • pro Meth Wick Health Center offers a wide variety of rooms and provides full care for its residents.
  • pro There are numerous activities available at Meth-Wick, including musical programs and interesting meal arrangements.
  • pro The option to cook your own meals or join the community lunch or dinner creates opportunities to meet different people each time you visit.
  • pro Meth-Wick Health Center welcomes guests to participate in their activities and events.
  • pro Aunt Thelma enjoyed the catered meals on holidays at Methwick.
  • pro Aunt Thelma found that living in a regular apartment complex was better for her well-being at 89 years old.

Cons

  • pro Aunt Thelma disliked living in Meth-Wick due to her small and poorly maintained apartment, with a leaking sliding glass door and cold drafts during winter.
  • pro The presence of snoopy neighbors in the long hallway was bothersome for Aunt Thelma, as they would constantly complain or question her.
  • pro Aunt Thelma found the meals provided by the center to be tasteless and therefore chose not to eat them.
  • pro The trek to the building where the dining hall was located posed difficulties for Aunt Thelma, especially in inclement weather and uphill walks that were challenging for her.
  • pro Despite paying for complete meal service, Aunt Thelma only ate the center's meals 5 or 6 times a year on holidays when they were catered, and even as guests, they had to pay extra for their own meals.
  • pro The increasing prices at Meth-Wick made Aunt Thelma decide to move into a regular apartment complex and take care of herself, where she is now doing much better at 89 years old.

Review

Many people who have visited Meth-Wick have been impressed with the facilities and services it offers. Although there may be a waiting list, the wait is worth it for this assisted living community. The talented staff members, specialized programs for Alzheimer's patients, and delicious food preparations make it an ideal place to call home. Additionally, the location of Meth-Wick is convenient as it is surrounded by woods and lawns, ensuring a safe and tranquil environment. Residents also appreciate its proximity to grocery stores and fitness centers, making it easy to maintain their daily routines. Furthermore, the community takes pride in maintaining a clean and tidy environment.

One individual shared their personal connection to Meth Wick Health Center, having grown up in the neighborhood and served at a nearby church. This familiarity with the area adds comfort and reassurance when considering a move to Meth-Wick. Additionally, this reviewer appreciated that the center provided full care services for their specific needs. Being close to familiar places such as workout centers and grocery stores was seen as another advantage of choosing Meth-Wick.

Visitors to Meth-Wick are warmly welcomed into a community bustling with various activities. From engaging musical programs to interesting meal arrangements, residents can enjoy a vibrant social life within these walls. Whether one chooses to cook their own meals or dine communally with others, there is always an opportunity to meet new people and build connections.

However, not all experiences at Meth-Wick have been equally positive. One particular aunt found her apartment small and encountered issues such as leaky sliding glass doors during inclement weather conditions. The living unit was situated along a long hallway packed with other residents, some of whom seemed nosy and intrusive. Despite having her kitchenette for cooking her meals, Aunt Thelma was still required to pay for daily meals provided by the center—meals that she found tasteless and unappetizing. Only on holidays were more appealing catered meals offered. Moreover, the location of the dining hall posed challenges for Aunt Thelma due to uphill walks and unfavorable weather conditions. Dissatisfied with these aspects, she eventually chose to move into a regular apartment complex where she could take care of herself.

It is important to note that experiences may vary at Meth-Wick Health Center. While some individuals have found it to be an ideal place with a variety of amenities and services, others have encountered issues such as small apartments, unsatisfactory meals, and inconvenient locations. Prospective residents should carefully consider their specific needs and preferences before making a decision. Ultimately, choosing the right living arrangement should prioritize one's comfort, safety, and overall well-being.

Features

Housing

  • 65 resident community capacity 65 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • 2-bedroom apartments 2-bedroom apartments
  • 3-bedroom apartments 3-bedroom apartments
  • Condos / townhomes Condos / townhomes
  • Detached homes Detached homes
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Continuing Care Retirement Community(CCRC) Continuing Care Retirement Community(CCRC)
  • Independent Living Independent Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care
  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • 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
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Full kitchen Full kitchen
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • 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
  • 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
  • Swimming pool Swimming pool
  • Telephone Telephone
  • 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)

Care Services

  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Personal care assistants Personal care assistants
  • Physical therapy Physical therapy
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Walking wheelchair assistance Walking wheelchair assistance

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Description

Meth-Wick Community in Cedar Rapids, IA is a vibrant and dynamic assisted living community offering a range of housing options to suit the needs and preferences of its residents. Whether you are looking for a spacious 2 or 3-bedroom apartment, a cozy condo or townhome, a detached home, or a convenient studio apartment, Meth-Wick Community has something for everyone.

At Meth-Wick Community, we understand that each individual has unique care needs. That's why we offer specialized care services such as memory care and skilled nursing facility options to ensure that our residents receive the support they require.

Our community boasts an array of amenities designed to enhance the quality of life for our residents. Our on-site beautician ensures that residents can always look and feel their best. Devotional services off-site provide spiritual support while our dining room and full kitchen allow residents to enjoy delicious meals prepared by our dedicated staff. Our serene garden offers the perfect spot for relaxation and reflection.

We also offer various recreational facilities including an indoor swimming pool where residents can stay active and healthy. Our on-site activities provide opportunities for socialization and engagement, while devotional activities offsite cater to individual spiritual needs.

Convenience is key at Meth-Wick Community. With nearby cafes, parks, pharmacies, physicians, restaurants, places of worship, and hospitals, everything you need is just a stone's throw away. Additionally, transportation and parking services are available to make getting around hassle-free.

Our caring staff provides comprehensive care services including diabetic care management, meal preparation and service, medication management, personal care assistance, physical therapy, as well as walking wheelchair assistance when needed.

Whether you're seeking a place for yourself or your loved one to live comfortably with customized care in a vibrant community setting or you require short-term respite stays – Meth-Wick Community in Cedar Rapids has it all. Join us today for an enriching assisted living experience filled with warmth, comfort, and care.

Nearby Places of Interest

Places of Worship

  • Central Church of Christ (1 miles)
  • Good Shepherd Lutheran Parsonage (2.5 miles)

Restaurants

  • Local Pour (1.2 miles)
  • Sag Wagon Deli & Brew (1.4 miles)
  • Pub 217 (1.4 miles)
  • El Super Burrito & Lup (1.4 miles)
  • Burger King (1.4 miles)
  • Taco Bell (1.4 miles)
  • Midtown Station (1.6 miles)

Physicians

  • Carpenter Martin MD (1.2 miles)
  • Internist PC (1.4 miles)
  • St Lukes Diabetes Education Center (1.5 miles)
  • Brady, Nate, Md - St Luke's Work Well Clinic (1.6 miles)
  • Cosmetic Solutions (1.6 miles)
  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Associates (1.6 miles)
  • Pci (1.7 miles)

Cafes

  • Craft’d (1.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (1.9 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.4 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (1.5 miles)
  • Jrs Pharma (1.6 miles)
  • CarePro Home Medical (1.8 miles)
  • Medical Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
  • Aim Healthcare (1.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.1 miles)

Hospitals

  • St Luke's Hospital 5C (1.5 miles)
  • UnityPoint | St Lukes Cedar Rapids (1.6 miles)
  • Mercy Medical Center (1.9 miles)
  • Mercy Birthplace (1.9 miles)
  • Looney Bin (2.3 miles)
  • Southwest Regional Medical Center (3 miles)

Parks

  • Greene Square Park (1.5 miles)
  • Cherokee Trail Park (1.8 miles)

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