Mill Pond

Mill Pond sits at 1201 S.E. Mill Pond Ct. in Ankeny, Iowa, and it's what people call a retirement community, so if someone's looking for different kinds of care, they can probably find it there-like independent living, assisted living, memory care, transitional care, and long-term care, all set up in apartments right on the grounds, and the memory care units are made to help folks with dementia or those needing extra support. The place has private apartments, and you're likely to see outdoor spaces like gardens, walking paths, and even a pond that's stocked for catch-and-release fishing, which is nice for folks who want to get out for a stroll or try their luck with a line, plus there's a patio so people can sit and talk or just relax. Dogs and cats can come along too, because Mill Pond's pet friendly, which isn't always true of other places, and people can enjoy amenities like a private theater, a library for quiet reading, a fitness center to get some exercise, a billiards room for a few games, a little general store for small needs, and guest suites if someone's got family coming in from out of town. Staff can help with housekeeping and maintenance so residents don't need to worry as much about chores. There's a health center on the grounds for rehabilitation, both short-term and long-term, and they help with transition after someone's been in the hospital. Folks can get meals and guest dining is available so people can eat with their visitors, and there's even a salon for haircuts and such, which is convenient. Mill Pond has sponsored resources for older adults, like a POAMN Older Adult Ministry Guide, and they offer information about affordable housing and disaster recovery, plus there are dementia-friendly resources and other support for aging and health. The recent redevelopment added more apartments, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care, so there's some new space around, and people can choose what works best for them whether they're looking for a little bit of help or need more care.