Prairie Hills of Des Moines

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Prairie Hills of Des Moines

Prairie Hills of Des Moines is an assisted living and memory care community in Des Moines, IA.

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5815 SE 27th St, Des Moines, IA 50320

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

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Prairie Hills of Des Moines Costs & Pricing

Prairie Hills of Des Moines offers a range of room types with associated costs that reflect the quality and amenities provided. For a studio apartment, residents can expect to pay $3,950 per month, which is notably higher than the Warren County average of $3,550 and the state average of $3,613. In the one-bedroom category, Prairie Hills charges $4,150, significantly surpassing both the county's average of $2,738 and Iowa's average of $2,862. The two-bedroom option stands at $5,000 per month, again well above the averages for Warren County at $3,746 and for the state at $3,329. These figures suggest that while Prairie Hills may be on the pricier side compared to local and state averages, they likely provide distinctive features and services that cater to those seeking a premium living experience in Des Moines.

Floor plansPrairie Hills of Des MoinesWarren CountyIowa
Studio$3,950$3,550$3,609
1 Bedroom$4,150$2,738$2,863
2 Bedrooms$5,000$3,746$3,329

Features

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Bath tubs Bath tubs
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Des Moines International (5 miles away) Des Moines International (5 miles away)

Care Services

  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Medication management Medication management

Dining

  • Anytime dining Anytime dining
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • International cuisine International cuisine
  • Kosher Kosher
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dining programs Special dining programs
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Art classes Art classes
  • Bible study group Bible study group
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Karaoke Karaoke
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Des Moines, Iowa offers a range of amenities and services that cater to the needs of seniors. With multiple healthcare facilities including dermatology clinics, walk-in clinics, pharmacies, and hospitals nearby, residents can easily access medical care when needed. Additionally, there are a variety of dining options such as Taco Bell, IHOP, and Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen for convenient meal choices. For those who enjoy outdoor activities, there are several parks within a short distance where one can relax and enjoy nature. Transportation is also readily available with the Des Moines International Airport nearby. Overall, this area provides a mix of healthcare services, dining options, recreational opportunities, and convenient transportation making it an attractive option for senior living.

Physicians

  • Radiant Complexions Dermatology Clinics (1.6 miles)
  • Eyemart Optical Outlet - South Des Moines (1.7 miles)
  • South Glenn Walk In Clinic (1.7 miles)
  • Primary Health Care - BEC Medical (2.8 miles)
  • Deanna Boesen, MD (3.2 miles)
  • Mercy Clinics (3.2 miles)
  • Oral Surgeons PC (4.3 miles)

Restaurants

  • Taco Bell (1.6 miles)
  • IHOP (1.7 miles)
  • Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen (1.7 miles)
  • B & B Grocery Meat & Deli (3.4 miles)
  • Jim's Coney Island (3.4 miles)
  • Baratta's (3.5 miles)
  • Sam's Fine Food & Eggrolls (3.5 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Osco Pharmacy (2.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.4 miles)
  • MercyOne Des Moines Behavioral Health (3.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (4.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (5.4 miles)

Parks

  • Stone Park (3.4 miles)
  • Sayers Park (3.7 miles)
  • Water Works Park (4.3 miles)
  • Gray's Lake Park (4.9 miles)

Cafes

  • Panera Bread (4.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.7 miles)

Transportation

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) (4.3 miles)
  • TSA Checkpoint (4.4 miles)
  • Concourse C (4.4 miles)

Hospitals

  • Methodist Hospital North 6 (5.3 miles)
  • Blank Children's Hospital NICU (5.4 miles)
  • UnityPoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center - Emergency Department (5.4 miles)
  • Unity Point Health (5.4 miles)
  • North 3 - IMMC (5.4 miles)
  • Methodist Outpatient Surgery (5.4 miles)
  • Mercy River Hills Surgery Center (5.4 miles)

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