Health and Wellness at Green Hills

At Green Hills, we prioritize the health and wellness of our residents. With expert care, personalized wellness programs, nutritious meals, and engaging activities, we create a supportive environment for vibrant and fulfilling lives.

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Built around four key pillars, Connection, Movement, Nutrition and Longevity, LCS Life+ brings together meaningful opportunities, expert guidance and personalized support that help you live life on your terms. Whether you’re looking to stay active, strengthen social connections, make informed health decisions or simply enjoy each day to its fullest, LCS Life+ helps enhance the things that matter most to you.

Meaningful relationships are one of the strongest contributors to overall health, happiness, and quality of life. Through LCS Life+, residents have opportunities to build new friendships, stay engaged in the community, pursue shared interests, and create a stronger sense of belonging and purpose.

Resident-led committees & clubs
Travel opportunities
Intergenerational programming
Cultural events
Resident led knowledge sharing activities Championed by our Life Enrichment Coordinator

Movement is about maintaining strength, confidence, independence, and the ability to enjoy life on your own terms. LCS Life+ provides personalized opportunities to stay active through fitness, balance, mobility, and wellness experiences that support overall wellbeing and help residents continue doing the things they love.

Aerobics & fitness center
Warm water therapy pool
Walking trails
Group exercise offerings
Personal training
Professional therapy supported balance programming Championed by our Wellness Coordinator

Good nutrition plays an essential role in supporting energy, brain health, and overall wellness. Through LCS Life+, residents enjoy flavorful dining experiences, wellness focused education, and nutritious menu options designed to help support healthy aging while making every meal enjoyable.

Chef-driven dining
Culinary demonstrations
Seasonal menus
Wellness-focused menu items
Accredited culinary institution training

Championed by our Certified Dietician/Director of Dining & Nutrition Services

Longevity is about helping residents feel their best today while proactively supporting their health and well-being for the future. LCS Life+ leverages wellness insights, personalized guidance, and healthy lifestyle practices to help residents make informed choices that support living well longer.

Wellness assessments
Educational programming
Brain health initiatives
Sleep education
Preventive health resources
Personalized wellness planning Championed by our International Council on Active Aging Certified Health & Wellness Navigator & Life Enrichment Director

Health and Wellness Navigation

The Green Hills Health and Wellness Navigation™ team is committed to promoting a positive, proactive, and holistic approach to living. They can connect you with the right staff, services, and amenities on campus to help you reach your health and wellness goals. The team can also act as a liaisons, helping to schedule health and medical related appointments and services. If you ever have to go to the hospital for a procedure or due to illness, a Navigator will help coordinate all the transfers and paperwork.

Rian Jones, RN

Health & Wellness Navigator

Your Personal Wellness Guide

Rian has been a nurse for over 16 years, graduating from DMACC in 2007. She has worked for Green Hills for over 17 years. For the first 12 years she was in the Health Care Center as a CNA and has worked as a Charge Nurse, MDS Coordinator, and Assistant Director of Nursing. Rian did take a 3-year break from Green Hills, during which she worked in orthopedics. She has been in her current role as Health and Wellness Navigator for 5 years. In this position, Rian connects independent living residents with resources to help them maintain health and safety in their homes. She also helps residents transition through the levels of care when necessary. In addition to her role as Health and Wellness Navigator, Rian is the Infection Preventionist for the community. She and her husband have three children and two senior citizen cats. In her free time she enjoys traveling (especially to the beach), spending time with family, and attending Nebraska Cornhusker football games.

8 Dimensions of Wellness

At Green Hills you’ll find everything you need to serve all 8 Dimensions of Wellness and ensure your overall physical, psychological, and social well-being.

Emotional Wellness

Opportunities for friendship, camaraderie, and meaningful relationships that are uplifting and affirm feelings of home and family.

Intellectual Wellness

A commitment to lifelong learning and intellectual stimulation through classes, lectures, seminars, discussion groups, and outings.

Physical Wellness

A focus on strengthening your body through exercise, nutrition, and stress management.

Spiritual Wellness

Opportunities to nurture your spiritual journey through a variety of services and programs.

Health-Service Wellness

Our signature programs including health and wellness navigation, ensure the highest standards and protocols and safety.

Social Wellness

Creating opportunities for socialization that lead to increased quality of life, feelings of belonging, increased mental function, and longevity.

Vocational Wellness

Offering chances to contribute talents, wisdom, and experience to others through volunteerism, both on campus and in the surrounding community.

Environmental Wellness

Coming together to be good citizens of the planet, respect the environment, and manage resources effectively.

Get Back to the Life You Love

Our Health Care Center offers professional rehabilitative services, including Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, and Aqua Therapy on an inpatient and outpatient short-term basis. Our goal is to get you back to the life you love as quickly as possible.

Personal Training Designed For You

Our personal training services can provide a tailored fitness program designed specifically for you. Our experienced trainers focus on improving strength, flexibility, and balance, helping you lead an active and healthy life while ensuring your safety and well-being.

A Valuable Partnership

Heartland Senior Services has been enriching the lives of seniors in Central Iowa for over 40 years. Green Hills is proud to partner with Heartland to provide our residents enjoyable ways to stay active and connected through a variety of social, wellness, and educational activities. Click to learn more about the mission and programs of Heartland Senior Services.

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Wellness is at the Center of it All

The Green Hills Wellness Center is a complete, state-of-the-art fitness facility that provides a full range of health and wellness offerings, including a warm water therapy pool, premium fitness equipment, small and large group exercise activities, and an on-site dietitian to help you design your own custom nutrition plan.

Our Home Health Services

Green Hills offers Home Health Services to our residents, as well as the Ames community at large. We’ll develop a care plan tailored specifically for the support you or your loved one needs. We can help with neighborhood errands, housekeeping, meal pickup and delivery, activities of daily living, as well as provide companionship. Call our Home Health Coordinator at 515-357-5812 for more information.

We’d Love to Hear From You

If you’d like to learn more about everything Green Hills has to offer, please feel free to reach out to our expert team. We’re always here to help!

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