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Bickford of West Des Moines
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Assisted Living at Bickford of West Des Moines

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Assisted living in West Des Moines, IA. Learn what Bickford of West Des Moines offers and how up to $3,845 a month in VA benefits can help pay for it.

Address5050 Hawthorne Drive, West Des Moines, IA 50265
Phone(515) 327-9400
24/7 care staffYes
CountyPolk County
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01 · Overview

About Bickford of West Des Moines

Bickford of West Des Moines is operated by Bickford Senior Living and offers assisted living and memory care in the West Des Moines area (Polk County). It is the only Patriot Angels assisted living partner in West Des Moines so far. More assisted living in West Des Moines.

Location

5050 Hawthorne Drive, West Des Moines, IA 50265

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02 · Care offered

Care Offered at Bickford of West Des Moines

Assisted living

Offers assisted living services focused on comfort, safety, and everyday support for seniors.

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Memory care

Delivers dedicated memory care services with trained staff and individualized support.

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03 · Paying for care

Paying for Bickford of West Des Moines with VA Benefits

Because Aid & Attendance is paid to the veteran or surviving spouse rather than to Bickford of West Des Moines, it can go toward the monthly bill here like any other income. Families usually combine it with savings, retirement income, the sale of a home, or long-term care insurance. Recurring assisted living bills count as medical expenses; how medical expenses work for Aid & Attendance explains the math.

HouseholdMaximum Aid & Attendance per monthLeft of a $5,380 bill
Two veterans married, both qualifying$3,845$1,535
Veteran married to a non-veteran$2,874$2,506
Single veteran$2,424$2,956
Surviving spouse$1,558$3,822

Compared with the Iowa median for assisted living of $5,380 a month (CareScout 2025). That is an area figure, not this community’s price; ask Bickford of West Des Moines for its rate sheet.

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Could VA Benefits Help Pay for Bickford of West Des Moines?

A wartime veteran or surviving spouse who needs help with daily activities may qualify for up to $3,845 a month toward care at Bickford of West Des Moines. Answer a few questions to find out at no cost. Our Aid & Attendance application tips cover what VA looks for in a assisted living claim.

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PATRIOT ANGELS

VA Benefits to Support Your Next Chapter

Finding the right senior care is a big step. If you or your loved one is a Veteran or surviving spouse, VA Aid & Attendance benefits may help with the cost.

Patriot Angels can help you understand your options—with personal guidance every step of the way.

Could VA benefits help pay for care?

Answer a few quick questions to explore benefits for Veterans and surviving spouses.

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04 · Nearby

Similar Communities Near Bickford of West Des Moines

Bickford of Urbandale5915 Sutton Place, Urbandale, IA 50322 · about 7 mi from Bickford of West Des Moines(515) 331-3000View community →
Holland Farms2800 Sunset Dr, Norwalk, IA 50211 · about 7 mi from Bickford of West Des Moines(515) 981-1888View community →
Addington Place of Des Moines5815 SE 27th Street, Des Moines, IA 50320 · about 11 mi from Bickford of West Des Moines(515) 256-9143View community →
Rock Creek Senior Living3602 NW 5th Street, Ankeny, IA 50023 · about 14 mi from Bickford of West Des Moines(515) 850-1718View community →

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05 · Families we’ve helped

Veteran Families We’ve Helped

Families considering Bickford of West Des Moines and others across the country rate Patriot Angels 4.9 on Google. BBB A+ accredited. See all reviews

06 · Questions

Questions About Bickford of West Des Moines

Does Bickford of West Des Moines accept VA Aid & Attendance?

The benefit is paid to the veteran or surviving spouse, not the community, so it can be used toward the bill at any private assisted living community, including Bickford of West Des Moines.

Does Bickford of West Des Moines offer memory care?

Yes. Bickford of West Des Moines offers memory care alongside assisted living.

Is Bickford of West Des Moines staffed around the clock?

Yes. Bickford of West Des Moines reports care staff on site 24/7.