Green Hills Retirement Community is a distinguished 55+ Life Plan Community situated on an expansive 33-acre wooded campus in Ames, Iowa, just minutes from the campus of Iowa State University. The community is designed to cater to the aspirations and needs of active seniors, offering a vibrant lifestyle within beautifully crafted residences. Residents at Green Hills have the unique advantage of purchasing their own townhome or apartment under a condominium-style ownership agreement, allowing them to fully customize the interiors of their homes according to their personal tastes and requirements. The community’s residential offerings include 82 attractively designed apartment residences, available in a variety of spacious floor plans, and 81 townhomes featuring premium amenities and features that support an independent, active lifestyle.
A hallmark of Green Hills is its role as a Life Plan Community, ensuring simplicity in the process of aging in place. Residents who begin in independent living enjoy priority access to advanced health services as their needs evolve. The community also welcomes individuals at various levels of care, providing a seamless transition to more supportive services when necessary. Assisted living options are available in The Lindens, a warm and inviting neighborhood that supports privacy and independence while providing just the right level of assistance. Beyond this, Green Hills offers Heartfelt Connections-A Memory Care Program™, a compassionate, individualized approach to Alzheimer’s and dementia care, built around a whole-person philosophy. The Medicare 5-Star Rated Health Center located on campus extends personalized short-term and long-term healthcare, with oversight by a certified Gerontology Nurse Practitioner.
Green Hills Retirement Community distinguishes itself with a full suite of premier amenities and life-enriching activities. The community offers an impressive array of wellness opportunities, encouraging physical, social, and intellectual engagement. Residents enjoy fine restaurant-style dining every day, with meals prepared to meet the highest standards. The on-site rehabilitation services are managed by skilled therapy professionals and coordinated by a nurse practitioner, ensuring personalized care plans that address each resident’s unique needs and goals.
The beautifully landscaped campus is not only an ideal setting for its residences, but also serves as a backdrop for a dynamic calendar of activities designed to foster connection and well-being. From music and cooking classes to walks and field trips, there is a multitude of programs to inspire engagement and nurture friendships among residents. The community’s values are embodied by its commitment to personalized attention, hospitality, and fostering a true sense of belonging, making Green Hills Retirement Community a place where seniors can thrive and live life fully at every stage.