At Ability United, we proudly extend our services to the Ankeny, IA community, providing compassionate care and support for adults with disabilities—our Members—and their families. Since 2020, we’ve been dedicated to empowering individuals through personalized services that promote independence, community involvement, and a sense of belonging. Please note that our Ankeny location operates by appointment only, ensuring each Member receives the dedicated time and attention they deserve.
Each member in Ankeny has a voice in their care plan, empowering them to set personal goals and work towards them with the support of our dedicated team. We work closely with state agencies and community organizations to provide a variety of support services, including:
Helping Members navigate everyday tasks and routines.
Building confidence and independence through tailored learning opportunities.
Ensuring access to medical appointments and community activities.
Providing compassionate, hands-on support for essential daily needs.
Our Host Home program in Ankeny offers a unique alternative to traditional residential care. Carefully selected and trained local families welcome members into their homes, creating a nurturing and inclusive environment where they can thrive. As part of the Host Home family, members form meaningful relationships, develop social skills, and enjoy the stability of a supportive household.
This approach not only provides personalized care but also fosters connections that enhance the well-being of everyone involved.
Iowa has seven HCBS (Home and Community Based Services) Programs, and we handle one—Intellectual Disabilities (ID). Individuals receiving the waiver are called members, with a tier rate assigned based on their support needs. Those with fewer needs are rated lower, while those needing more support are rated higher. We mainly work with members at the higher end of the scale, many of whom were previously stuck in emergency rooms, jails, or nursing homes, creating significant costs and poor environments. While group homes with 24/7 staffing work, we now focus on the Host Home model, where local families provide full-time care in their homes.
Every member has a case worker who sits down with us to come up with a list of goals and talk about progress. Goals are highly personalized. We have some members whose goal it is to take a shower every day and others who are trying to learn to shop. Every day we get documentation as to whether they attempted their goal, completed their goal, if they required prompting, had any challenges, etc. We also document their community integration but that is not always a written goal. Our host homes are paid and qualify for a federal tax exemption so they are able to make member care their full time job.
Ultimately, our goal is to provide the best possible life for our members and the keys to that are very simple: community integration and dignity. There are countless stories of members with terrible behaviors in their past that have shown complete turnarounds after coming to our agency and we strongly believe that is because we treat them with the respect that they deserve and offer them opportunities to find fulfillment in life. As an agency, one thing we do particularly well is bringing on high quality employees who care deeply about the work that we do. We are incredibly passionate about this community.
Integration with the local community is central to our mission. By encouraging active participation in Ankeny’s vibrant community life, we help our Members build connections, find purpose, and foster a sense of dignity. These interactions also play a key role in breaking down societal barriers, promoting understanding and acceptance of individuals with disabilities. Our commitment to the Ankeny community reflects our belief that every individual deserves the opportunity to live a full, independent life. While services are available by appointment only, we are here to provide personalized support and ensure each Member receives the highest level of care. Together, we’re working to create a more inclusive Ankeny, where individuals with disabilities are embraced as valuable members of the community.
Our Ankeny location extends our mission of empowering adults with disabilities to thrive through personalized support and care.
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In Cedar Rapids, we empower adults with disabilities, providing personalized care plans and meaningful opportunities for growth.
We are proud to serve the Carroll, IA community, providing essential services and support for adults with disabilities and their families.
Our Ankeny location extends our mission of empowering adults with disabilities to thrive through personalized support and care.
108 West 8th Street
Carroll, Iowa 51401
Phone: 515-867-3454
Fax: 712-355-5063
