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Northcrest Community
Northcrest Community, a non-profit Life-Care retirement community in Ames, has been providing exceptional care to older adults since 1965.Locally
owned and operated, Northcrest is more than a community - it's family. Residents live independently in townhomes and apartments where they can also
receive in-house home care if needed. If or when the need arises, care will be provided in our licensed Health Care Center or specialized care for those
suffering from Alzheimer's or other types of dementia in the Heartwood House. Through our unique Life-Care program, residents are guaranteed a
home for life - no matter what life brings their way.Residents enjoy all the amenities of care-free independent living as well as the ultimate ... Read more
owned and operated, Northcrest is more than a community - it's family. Residents live independently in townhomes and apartments where they can also
receive in-house home care if needed. If or when the need arises, care will be provided in our licensed Health Care Center or specialized care for those
suffering from Alzheimer's or other types of dementia in the Heartwood House. Through our unique Life-Care program, residents are guaranteed a
home for life - no matter what life brings their way.Residents enjoy all the amenities of care-free independent living as well as the ultimate ... Read more
Vision
The vision of the Northcrest Community is to provide a continuum of care, which includes quality living arrangements with the appropriate programs and
services during the retirement years at reasonable costs.
services during the retirement years at reasonable costs.
Mission
Northcrest is committed to providing a continuum of life-care services and living options, which promote independence and a nurturing environment
with dignity and respect that includes personal and financial security.
with dignity and respect that includes personal and financial security.
Additional Culture Details
Northcrest's culture is one of inclusiveness and respect - respect for residents, families and staff. The culture of family is mutually felt by residents and
staff and also by visitors who so often comment after a tour, that "it just feels different here". It's not a tangible thing but it's a feeling that permeates
our existence at Northcrest. When staff leave at the end of the day, we know that we have made a difference in the lives of the people we ... Read more
staff and also by visitors who so often comment after a tour, that "it just feels different here". It's not a tangible thing but it's a feeling that permeates
our existence at Northcrest. When staff leave at the end of the day, we know that we have made a difference in the lives of the people we ... Read more
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