Green Hills Health Care Center is nestled within 33 acres of wooded landscape, creating a tranquil and inviting setting just minutes from the campus of Iowa State University. As part of Green Hills, a 55+ Life Plan Community in Ames, Iowa, this facility blends a vibrant lifestyle with advanced health services designed to support seniors through every stage of aging. The community is thoughtfully crafted to foster engagement, wellness, and independent living, offering a wealth of amenities and beautifully designed residences in both apartment and townhome configurations. With a condominium-style ownership agreement, residents enjoy the unique advantage of personalizing their living spaces to suit their individual tastes, making each home a true reflection of its owner.
The Green Hills campus features 82 apartment residences available in a variety of floor plans, along with 81 spacious townhomes that are tailored to independent, active lifestyles. Whether choosing an apartment or a townhome, every living option is designed with careful attention to detail, ensuring comfort, spaciousness, and modern convenience. An interactive campus map allows prospective residents to explore the layout of the community and the different floor plans available within independent living.
As a Life Plan Community, Green Hills Health Care Center prioritizes aging in place, offering a seamless transition from independent living to advanced levels of health services as residents' needs evolve. The Lindens, the assisted living neighborhood at Green Hills, provides warm, private suites specifically designed for those who wish to maintain their independence while receiving just the right amount of support. The Lindens offers a nurturing environment where residents can continue to pursue their passions, supported by professional staff dedicated to fostering autonomy and well-being.
For individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia, Green Hills features Heartfelt Connections—A Memory Care Program™. This innovative program embraces a compassionate, whole-person approach to memory care, focusing on preserving residents’ dignity and individuality while delivering specialized support tailored to their needs. The Health Center at Green Hills is Medicare 5-Star rated and offers both short-term and long-term health care overseen by a certified Gerontology Nurse Practitioner, ensuring personalized medical attention and peace of mind for residents and their families.
Rehabilitation services at Green Hills are comprehensive and managed by skilled therapy teams working in coordination with the nurse practitioner. Each rehabilitation plan is personalized, with the goal of helping residents regain skills, improve mobility, and maximize independence. The community places a strong emphasis on health and wellness, offering a rich array of life-enriching activities, fitness and wellness opportunities, and outstanding restaurant-style dining experiences that bring residents together daily.
Throughout the year, Green Hills Health Care Center fosters a spirit of community through special events, collaborative activities, and traditions such as campus clean-up days, which promote teamwork, friendship, and pride in the shared environment. The dedication of the staff and leadership is reflected in a continual focus on enhancing both the lives of residents and the workplace culture. With its comprehensive services, beautiful natural surroundings, and commitment to individualized care, Green Hills Health Care Center stands as a premier destination for seniors seeking an engaged, supportive, and fulfilling lifestyle.
