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Assisted Living · 0 bedroom
$4,715/month
Care fees not included
Checked August 16, 2026Community profile
5050 Hawthorne Drive, West Des Moines, IA
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About the community
Assisted Living · 0 bedroom
$4,715/month
Care fees not included
Checked August 16, 2026Assisted Living · 1 bedroom
$5,627/month
Care fees not included
Checked August 16, 2026Memory Care · 0 bedroom
$4,715/month
Care fees not included
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★★★★★
PositiveStaff and care is wonderful, food is good per my mother. My mom's room is nice sized for her and the staff keeps it clean. It is a wonderful secure facility with activities that my mom does not take part.
★★★★★
CriticalOverall there are staff members that are absolute stars who clearly care about the residents. The worker bees will always be. The unsung heroes with the most impact. That said, it is clear more education for the staff is needed. Bickford is taking steps to provide dementia training and I appreciate that proactive attitude very much. I don't think the Activities director is capable of recognizing her own deficiency in that department. She has repeatedly used language and displayed behaviors that are contraindicati…
★★★★★
PositiveBickford has been amazing ! The assessment for my grandmother had a personal feeling and genuine evaluation. The facility is well kept, clean, and the staff is inviting and kind. Bickford has a budget friendly approach and offers a military discount. We are excited to choose Bickford for my grandmother and are looking forward to the thriving and independence she will gain.
★★★★★
PositiveThe staff care is highly personalized with only about 35 residents. The staff is friendly and attentive and there are different activities each day.
★★★★★
CriticalThe apartment is adequate but there is constant noise. Facility is clean. Staff - they don't seem to have dementia training which is disappointing. My Dad's biggest complaint is feeling treated like a child.
★★★★★
PositiveThe staff are fabulous and always greet you with a smile. They are so good to the residents, which has helped my parents transition from the house they lived in for more than 60 years much easier. I owe a big thank you to A Place for Mom for recommending Bickford!
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Coverage last checked October 22, 2026.