Business Details
8 Years
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Emergency
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Trusted Assisted Living & Memory Care Solutions
The Willows of Marshalltown is a family-owned and operated community dedicated to providing exceptional assisted living and memory care services. Our mission centers on delivering personalized care, fostering social engagement, and creating a welcoming environment that feels like home. With 24/7 professional staff support, residents enjoy tailored assistance with daily activities, nutritious dining options, and a vibrant calendar of social and recreational programs. Our leadership team brings decades of healthcare experience, ensuring residents receive compassionate, individualized attention. The facility features modern amenities including private apartments, communal lounges, fitness areas, and secure outdoor spaces designed for safety and comfort.We prioritize resident autonomy while offering structured support for those with memory impairments. Our commitment to quality care is reflected in consistently positive feedback about our attentive staff, exceptional culinary services, and community-driven approach. By maintaining small-scale operations, we ensure direct communication channels between residents, families, and management. This personalized model allows us to adapt quickly to evolving needs while maintaining the highest standards of care and service excellence.
Services
Assisted Living
Memory Care
Social Activities
Dining Services
Transportation
Details
- Year established: 2018
Highlights and features
- Family-owned operation with direct management accessibility
- 24/7 trained staff for immediate resident assistance
- Personalized care plans tailored to individual needs
- Specialized memory care programming with secure environment
- Comprehensive social activities promoting resident engagement
What people say
Amazing staff
Wonderful daily devotions
Great transportation features
Superb food quality
Responsive management
Services
Assisted Living
Our Assisted Living program provides personalized support for seniors needing help with daily activities while maintaining independence. Residents enjoy private apartments, 24/7 staff assistance, and tailored care plans. The service emphasizes dignity preservation through individualized attention and social engagement opportunities.
Memory Care
Specialized Memory Care services offer secure environments and trained staff for residents with Alzheimer's or dementia. Programs include cognitive stimulation activities, personalized care routines, and family support resources. The dedicated unit features safety-focused design elements and individualized wellness approaches.
Social Activities
Daily social activities promote physical, mental, and emotional well-being through structured engagement. Offerings include fitness classes, creative arts, educational programs, and intergenerational events. The calendar accommodates diverse interests while encouraging community building among residents.
Dining Services
Restaurant-style dining features chef-prepared meals with dietary accommodations and resident preferences. The service emphasizes proper nutrition through balanced menus while maintaining enjoyable mealtimes. Special dietary needs receive individualized attention from culinary staff.
Transportation
Scheduled transportation services assist with medical appointments, shopping, and community outings. Vehicles accommodate mobility needs while ensuring safe, timely arrivals. The service supports resident independence through reliable transportation solutions.
People
Jennifer Stanley
Executive Director
Jennifer brings 29 years of healthcare experience and a Master's degree to her leadership role. She specializes in senior life coaching and oversees daily operations with a focus on compassionate care delivery.
Mira Daniels
Co-Founder
Mira co-founded The Willows with her husband Ben, leveraging business management expertise to create a caring community. She actively participates in strategic decision-making and resident engagement initiatives.
Ben Daniels
Co-Founder
Ben's extensive senior care experience from Sunnybrook Assisted Living informs his visionary leadership. He focuses on facility operations and maintaining the community's family-oriented culture.
Danielle Montelongo
Health Care Director
As a registered nurse, Danielle oversees healthcare services with specialized long-term care expertise. She manages clinical staff and ensures residents receive appropriate medical attention and wellness monitoring.
Brenda Goodknight
Assistant Director
Brenda leads activity programming with a focus on resident engagement. Her leadership fosters social connections through fitness programs, creative pursuits, and community-building events.
Questions
What assisted living services do you offer?
We provide 24/7 personal care assistance, medication management, housekeeping, chef-prepared meals, and social activities in private apartments with modern amenities.
Do you have specialized memory care programs?
Yes, our secure memory care unit offers trained staff, cognitive stimulation activities, and individualized care plans for residents with Alzheimer's or dementia.
How do you handle medical emergencies?
Our on-site staff responds immediately to emergencies with established protocols for urgent medical situations and family notification procedures.
Can residents bring personal belongings?
Residents may personalize their apartments with furniture and cherished items to create a familiar, comfortable living space.
Are pets allowed?
We welcome small pets with management approval, providing they meet health and safety requirements for community living.
What recreational activities are available?
Daily programs include fitness classes, arts and crafts, movie nights, live music performances, and scheduled community outings.