Family Education / Family Support

Education

Arbor Springs hosts regular family forums to provide education on issues related to dementia, caregiving, hospice, and other relevant topics. Invitations are sent to family members of current residents at Arbor Springs.

Family Support

Arbor Springs is happy to offer two support groups for caregivers. The purpose of these groups is to meet regularly to discuss issues relating to your loved one’s dementia. They provide education as well as provide emotional and social support.

Arbor Care is a group targeted to the spouses/partners of those currently residing at Arbor Springs. It is not open to the outside community. It meets the 4th Thursday of every month from 12:00-1:00pm in the Community Room at Arbor Springs.

The Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group meets next door at Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church. This group is facilitated by Sarah Stanisz and Seth Reeves and is open to anyone in the Greater Des Moines area. It meets the 2nd Tuesday of every month at 5:30pm.

Arbor Springs was a wonderful place for our father. It was the third facility we tried and it was a blessing. Dad was so content there. The staff was well trained to care for people suffering from dementia. It was such a happy, positive place that visits were fun. They were kind, patient and respectful. It was definitely an answer to prayer!
-Jan Marie Seward Miller

Arbor Springs is safe and comfortable, the staff gives great care for residents and residents' families.
-Mike Moyers

Arbor Springs did a wonderful job taking care of my mom. Thank goodness we have such an excellent facility and specially trained staff right here in Iowa.
-Cora Mondloch

I love working for a facility that goes above and beyond for their staff and residents. I have never been more respected or well trained than I have at Arbor Springs. They strive to have a knowledgable staff and it shows in our relationships with each other and our wonderful residents. I don't plan on leaving any time soon! Great job to my administrators and co-workers for making this such an awesome place to work!
-Mariah Bowman

This is the 3rd time in over 5 years that Mom has been at Arbor Springs. The first two times were after a fall/illness. This time, because her dementia is to the point that she can no longer live at home. Our family loves the facility, the staff and the overall environment. Could not ask for a better place to help care for someone we love so much.
-Sue Morrison

My husband is so well taken care of at Arbor Springs. My mind is at ease.
-Bonnie T Green

Very nice facility with personalized dementia care. The staff there truly care about their residents. They also offer Skilled nursing care and Rehab therapy . If you're looking for a home like environment for your loved one, you should consider visiting Arbor Springs!
-Kayla Boynton

Family Education / Family Support

Family Education / Family Support

Education

Family Support

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