Holiday Illahee Hills

8308 Colby Pky, Urbandale, IA 50322

4.7 / 5.0 47 Reviews

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About Holiday Illahee Hills

Holiday Illahee Hills is a fixture in the community. We are dedicated to providing complete senior care services. Residents living here enjoy everything that's available in Urbandale. Local shopping, restaurants, activities are nearby as well as options for physicians and hospitals in case of emergencies.

We offer a complete suite of care options that has repeatedly obtains high ratings for our staff, the tidiness of our facility, and our incredible attention to every detail. You will have large selection of options for care that we think is the best in Urbandale. You can take a deep breath and relax knowing that you have the support available anytime you need it.

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Independent Living

At Holiday Illahee Hills Independent Living, Urbandale seniors can enjoy a dynamic lifestyle designed for active, healthy retirees. Look no further for an age-restricted community that offers maintenance-free living and a calendar full of social events and activities. Unleash your potential and indulge in your favorite activities at Holiday Illahee Hills Independent Living.

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Holiday Illahee Hills Amenities & Services

We offer seniors the latest amenities in comfort that they would enjoy in the comfort of their own homes. Three Chef Prepared Meals Daily, Complimentary Scheduled Transportation, Weekly Housekeeping, Light Linen Service, Maintenance, Most Utilities Included, Personal Emergency Response Device are available for all residents. The staff here are fully trained, friendly and accessible. They will help your residents enjoy their stay with us.

Our trained staff helps our residents enjoy benefits that our facility offers, like Activity Room, Barber/Beauty Salon, Business Center, Community Center, Community Grounds, Fitness Equipment, Game Room, Garage Parking, Large Screen TV Lounge, Laundry Facilities, Library, Locked Mailboxes, Pets Welcome, Private Dining Room, Renters Liability Insurance Program, Resident Kitchen, Safety Rails, Smoke Alarm and Sprinkler System, Wheelchair Accessible, WiFi in Common Areas, and planned activities and events and other perks. As seniors age, they still want to feel independent and maintain a healthy lifestyle, and we help them do that.

Residents enjoy of a full schedule of social, educational and entertaining activities. Our structured program helps all residents maintain a high quality of life. Many of our activities encourage members to socialize and develop friendships with other residents. We make sure the activities are fun and entertaining.

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Holiday Illahee Hills Location

Holiday Illahee Hills

8308 Colby Pky, Urbandale, IA 50322

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(800) 755-1458

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  • Independent Living

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Holiday Illahee Hills Frequently Asked Questions

What is the pricing for Holiday Illahee Hills?

The cost of independent living at Holiday Illahee Hills is determined by the size and floorplan of the unit and the selection of services and amenities. Each resident’s lifestyle needs and preferences are considered in the overall cost. Call (800) 755-1458 for customized quotes and tailored pricing.

Does Holiday Illahee Hills accept Medicare or Medicaid?

Independent living is specifically for older adults who can manage their daily lives independently and do not require medical or custodial care. Because of this, Medicare does not cover independent living costs. Similarly, Medicaid does not apply since independent living is not considered a healthcare service. For more information, call (800) 755-1458 to speak to a professional senior advisor.

What kinds of senior living and care is available at Holiday Illahee Hills?

Holiday Illahee Hills offers independent living for seniors who wish to enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle in a community that values connection and engagement.

Are new residents being accepted at Holiday Illahee Hills?

Holiday Illahee Hills units may vary in availability frequently. Call (800) 755-1458 to talk with a senior living professional for current vacancies. A waiting list exists for times when units are fully occupied.

Are tours available at Holiday Illahee Hills?

Explore Holiday Illahee Hills during a personal tour. Schedule your visit by calling or completing the online contact form for assistance.

What do online ratings say about Holiday Illahee Hills?

With a 4.7 rating, Holiday Illahee Hills receives excellent feedback. Users praised the independent living community, highlighting the vibrant social life and variety of amenities.

Reviews Holiday Illahee Hills

4.7 / 5.0 47 Reviews

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September 2024

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Philip Velez

My mom loves the food and the friendly atmosphere. The activities are great and have lots of variety

September 2024

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Frankie Vando

Great place to live!!!

September 2024

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Allison Clayton

This facility is very clean and well organized. The people are wonderful and the activities are very enjoyable

September 2024

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Lonnie Payton

Great people!!!

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Brandi Halterman

Illahee hills is a wonderful facility with great residents and staff.

September 2024

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Dawson Velez

My grandma knew she wanted to live here after experiencing a lunch service. Great food, good people, and none of the clean-up.

September 2024

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Paul Safety

Wonderful staff. Great food and lots of activities.

June 2024

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Greg Peterson

A newly renovated, independent senior living community, that includes three (3) meals per day, complimentary transportation, several fun activities a day, plus a beauty salon. Also has on-site rehab through Ramsey Therapy.

October 2023

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Jean Neibergall

My friend just moved in to this community. They are so attentive to her needs. They are very friendly. She has been more than welcomed there.

September 2023

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Huguette Monagas

Great professionals and facilities!!!!

August 2023

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Mary Briggs

June 2023

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Kris Womack

I was in an extremely difficult spot when A Place For Mom suggested Illahee for my dad. Jess, the director, and her amazing staff, were so kind and helpful! They could see how stressed out I was and assisted with everything they could. Jess helped me find the perfect room for dad. Luckily, they give their residents call buttons in case they fall. He had a heart attack and being there, and having that fall button saved his life! Illahee is clean, beautiful, and welcoming. No one place can be everything for everyone all at the same time, aka they aren't perfect, but no place is. They do all they can do for everyone they can, and that is as close to perfect as you're going to get. Thank you all for showing my dad and I such kindness!

May 2023

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Jolene Bowlin

I love Ilahee Hills! My mom was a resident a short time but enjoyed it immensely. The staff is wonderful, especially Jess! She made my mom feel so welcome and loved. It's a beautiful facility and the food is phenomenal. I would highly recommend this place to anyone. Heck - I would like to live there !

May 2023

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Mark

March 2023

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Matt Lukacs

Jessica Johnson was extremely helpful, nice, kind and explained things clearly concerning moving my brother from South Carolina to Urbandale. The place is great! Awesome food! People and residents are nice!

March 2023

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Kayla Gray

Such a lovely place to work! It’s so amazing and relaxed! One of the best places I’ve worked at! Management is one of the BEST I’ve ever seen! Everyone works as a team! The residents are so sweet and caring! Would recommend working here!

March 2023

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Tina Yeager

Everyone is super friendly and helpful. They have activities for everyone

February 2023

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Allen Blue

Very nice home with nice rooms and great food service.

February 2023

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Eolo Nizzi

My best advice before you move into any retirement home is talk to some of the long term residents, not the residents that the retirement home picks for you to talk to, but go look for residents walking around or at lunch, do this without any staff members looking over your shoulder, because you do not want them to influence the residents in and way, if you're loved one has Alzheimer's do not go to a retirement home that says "Independent Living" please do your homework before you make a move.

January 2023

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Dawn Andrus

Seems like a nice place to retire to.

January 2023

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Joel Hanson

Just helped my mom relocate and was having a very difficult time finding a nice place that is affordable, clean, loaded with services and amenities, and all existing within a great atmosphere; however we found all of that and more at Illahee Hills. Jess, Geoff, Joe, many other staff members and existing residents have been so helpful in just the short few days leading up to and including my mom moving in this week. The staff really care about their residents and families and we are grateful we came across Illahee (actually we caught word through another positive review/referral from a family member of a past resident). My mom also needs some other support services (both outside and part of the community) and Jess has been phenomenal in finding solutions for my mom. This move needed to occur for my mom in a very short period of time and all the extra time, effort and hard work by the fine people at Illahee have made this possible for our family, which has provided much needed peace of mind knowing mom is happy, comfortable, safe and very much welcomed here. Cannot say enough about what everyone has done to make this transition for my mom stress free. Sincere thanks and gratitude to everyone - wonderful community!

January 2023

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Heather Nell

I love that my Ma has found a place where she feels like she is safe, yet independent and she truly feels like a valued member of this community. People notice when you aren't there, and they care. The activities are fun, Chef Joe is awesome! All the staff treat us like family and welcome us to join in if space allows. The real value to me is in the family atmosphere, even to non residents like me. The furniture, paintings and art in the halls also really make it feel good to be there. We definitely appreciate Illahee Hills doing their best in keeping things affordable for people on a fixed income. Thank you!

November 2022

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Ashley Phelps

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cory clark

July 2021

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Star & Dampy LS

Enjoyed the atmosphere, dining room restaurant feeling, the activities, movie room, drumming and exercise, different apartments, windows with bright sunshine coming through and view of nature, near churches, the library, grocery stores, etc. Great additional caregiving services from places like Golden Heart Senior Care.

February 2021

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Steve McMullen

Illahee Hills is a wonderful facility for my mother. The staff is very caring and genuine in their attitude and care for my mother. They answered all my questions to my satisfaction. My mother has a lovely appartment that she can thrive in and care for her dog. Illahee Hills is conveniently located close to me so I can visit when I am able. I have peace of mind knowing that my mother is having her needs met.

December 2020

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Sara Proctor

Best place ever.

December 2020

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Becki Sullivan

Denyce Dar was very helpful in finding a fit in the Illahee community for our loved one . She was courteous and conscientious to his needs . Even when we met with a snafu or two, she stepped up to the plate to create a plan for success . The place is neat and clean overall . Our loved one is very happy in his own one bedroom apartment and services rendered in the facility . I would recommend a visit for anyone looking to rehome a loved one . Becki Sullivan

November 2020

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Stella Lane

Very lovely facility with room for activities, socializing, shopping, cleaning and different sized units to accommodate tenants needs.

October 2020

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Natalie Wakeman

September 2020

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Brenda Rose

As a Nurse Care Manager, I love working with Denyse and Illahee Hills. It is the perfect option for many folks who want a comfortable and safe place to live, with good food!

September 2020

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Masco Mas

July 2020

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Diane Davidson

These guys are always kind and caring here. Everyone there always is so considerate and enjoy the folks who live there.

February 2020

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Joe Speights

beautiful family place a and the staff is great

December 2019

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Chris Ledo

Worked here for roughly 7 months. Heres my experience: The residents (for the most part) are great. Theyre extremely friendly and happy to socialize with both employees and guests. The complex is quite large, which can be a good thing, but it also entails the difficulties of moving long distances for residents that struggle with walking. However, I havent really witnessed this problem ever really occur. Working here was mostly quite simple. You serve the residents their food, you clean up some dishes, serve a second course when required, and then clean the tables entirely. Depending at the time of day and day of the week, you may have additional jobs such as cleaning the floor or dealing with the trash in the building. However, these jobs arent that difficult, and just add for additional pay, if nothing else. Other employees, at least at the time, were quite friendly and helpful towards newer employees. For my first job, I felt quite at home. Id also like to note that, if hes still working here, the Chef, Doug, is one of the greatest people Ive ever met. Hes akin to a father figure, even. He may be a little harsh on employees, but hes only doing it to help them out, and Im very glad that he treated me the way he did, because it simply encouraged me to work better. Activities at this place seemed to be somewhat lack-luster, and quite scarce. However, after being given the opportunity to manage or assist in activities, I found that a decent amount of the residents were quite pro-active and were happy to participate. Working in this position was definitely enjoyable, and it put a smile on my face to see how many residents were still getting out and taking their opportunity for recreation when they had it. However, at the time, there was a glaring issue, and the sole reason why I left. The management of this place is just a mess. Managers come and go, and no one in a management position has really stayed more than a month. Their reasoning is beyond my understanding, but I assume its just not fulfilling to work under holiday retirement. In the span of the time that I worked, there were 5 managers that had overseen the staff and the building, and they were all very different. It just led to the place constantly changing, and this wasnt really a good thing. Residents had trouble adjusting each time, and both new and old employees were frustrated by the inconsistency. Also, employees all faced with major inequality. With the same jobs, some people were making 10 dollars an hour on their first day, while others, who had been working at the building for several months, werent even considered a pay raise. Polite requesting didnt change this. Age, previous work experience, gender, race, werent factors into this. It was simply given to people who asked for more money on the first day. Because of this. almost all of the previous co-workers that I had seen at Illahee left, even for jobs as just as simple and low-paying. Ive seen several co-workers quit just to work at the McDonalds down the street, and others quitting to work at a gas station. Its a nightmare. Overall, its a really great place, with a great community, but theres just something wrong with the management at Illahee. But, dont quote me on this. It could have very well improved after the time Ive been gone. But Im personally not willing to risk my time to return here.

October 2019

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Cheryl Taylor

I deliver groceries for HyVee and the staff and residents are so friendly and helpful. It is a very nice and well kept retirement community. They have a lot of activities and great food the residents love it there.

August 2019

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Lori Logan

My mother loves living at Illahee Hills, I always enjoy my time I spend visiting my mother. The staff, food and the residents are the best. I would recomend Illahee Hills for anyone who wants a safe, fun, clean, and overall great place to live.

May 2019

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Corley B

December 2018

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Sulim Nong

I love the food served there and very friendly staff

December 2018

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Aaron Coon

Ive never experienced anything bad here while visiting my grandparents and they love it here. They are well taken care of and have never expressed concern about anything. You only hear the bad experiences, but what about the hundreds of good experiences? You cant base an opinion off of a couple folks when there are way more satisfied clients that dont access the Internet often.

November 2018

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Will Lundbohum

August 2018

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Brian Wares

June 2018

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Beth Opperman

May 2018

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Amy Tudovich

April 2018

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Nathan Harrington

Its a great retirement community for my grandfather. He really enjoys the actives.

March 2018

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Mickey Reese

Great place for elderly people to live..

February 2018

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Gary Schwartz

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