An underwater variable speed treadmill and varying water depths of our new 12′ x 20′ warm water pool allow movements to be completed much more easily and efficiently than on land. Connecting locker rooms allow for easy changing and showering.
The On With Life Ankeny campus sits on 20 acres of land on the south side of town and was the starting point of On With Life when we opened in 1991. The programs based here include Post-Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation, Outpatient Neuro Rehabilitation, Neuropsychological Services and the Apartments of OWL Creek (Independent Living).
The North Gym is a space for therapy sessions and for persons served and families to relax together. The room also has a large projection screen where persons served and families often gather for events like the Super Bowl or March Madness.
Our beautiful lobby is welcoming to our persons served, families and guests. Families and guests are welcome to use the main entrance during the day and the nursing entrance at night.
We understand that when a loved one sustains a brain injury, it affects the whole family. We encourage and support active participation by families in their loved one’s rehabilitation process as it results in a higher likelihood that individuals will reach their rehabilitation goals. We have a family room in our nursing wing that allows families to spend time together watching movies or playing games.
Our Family Guest House is a comfortable home environment available for overnight stays for family members of persons served as they support their loved one during the rehabilitation process. The five-bedroom, 3.5 bath house is located right next door to the inpatient facility.
While at On With Life, enjoy made-to-order breakfast. Lunch and dinner include a main entree, soup and salad. A full a la carte menu is always available.
On With Life has a beautiful chapel, available for use by any person served or family. A non-denominational chapel service is held weekly by On With Life’s chaplain, Rev. Jerry Sawyer.