Immanuel: Copper Shores Village

Immanuel: Copper Shores Village sits on Copper Creek Lake in Pleasant Hill, Iowa, and you can see the lake from some walking paths right outside, which gives it a peaceful feeling, and people sometimes go fishing there, and you know that adds a simple pleasure to a day. The community offers different types of living for seniors, like independent living for active folks who want to focus on hobbies, assisted living for people who might need help with daily tasks, and memory support made for those living with Alzheimer's and dementia, and all these services can change as folks' needs change, so people don't have to worry about moving to a whole new place if their health needs grow. Living here, residents can use a bunch of amenities like a salon and barber, a fitness center, a theater room for movie nights, indoor and outdoor gathering spots, and high-speed internet and TV so people stay connected and entertained, plus there's a professional chef preparing meals in a restaurant-style dining room, and room service and guest meals for when people have visitors or just want to eat in their own space, and you get those dietary options that matter to folks, especially as they age and need something a little easier. They offer kitchens in resident rooms if someone likes to cook, and you can get private rooms with your own floor plan. The community is pet-friendly, which makes a big difference for folks who love their animals and want them nearby, and there are both indoor and outdoor areas for pets and owners to enjoy, and there's always someone keeping things safe since security, laundry, house-keeping, and maintenance are part of the services. For people needing care, Copper Shores Village offers help with medication, dressing or bathing, transfers if needed, and there's always someone on-call, day and night, for safety, and they also have a secure area for memory care residents. If you ever need transportation to an appointment or outing, they provide that too, and there's resident parking for those who still drive. Activities make each day different, from religious services and arts and crafts, to games, music, gardening club, educational and wellness programs, and day trips, as well as movie nights in the theater. This place is smoke-free inside, keeping things clean for everyone. Immanuel's history goes way back to 1887, always focusing on filling needs in their community with a sense of caring rooted in their Lutheran heritage, and they're part of the Lutheran Services in America and guided by the Nebraska Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. On top of that, Immanuel Pathways (PACE®) services help seniors stay as healthy and active as possible, with those programs active in Central Iowa, Eastern Nebraska, and Southwest Iowa, and they also offer skilled nursing and long-term care in Des Moines, so if someone's needs change a lot, there's support in place, and inside the community there's always a focus on making a person's later years stable, comfortable, and social in a way that lets people find friendships and support without too much stress.