Located in Pleasant Hill, IA, Parkridge Specialty Care is licensed to provide quality care to up to 90 residents, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Parkridge Specialty Care is a skilled nursing and long-term care community providing compassionate, individualized care for our residents, while also caring for their family's wellbeing and peace of mind. We serve residents from Polk County, Iowa, and many surrounding communities. We are committed to providing our residents with an active and engaging quality of life through daily programming, social and educational activities, and services that promote physical health, provide mental stimulation, increase engagement and help our residents thrive in a home-like setting. Care Initiatives is Iowa’s largest nonprofit provider of high-quality skilled nursing care, hospice care, assisted living, independent living, memory care and more. With 60 locations across the Midwest, Care Initiatives and the team at Parkridge Specialty Care are ready to assist.
12/18/2025
Leaders from Care Initiatives facilities recently met for a workshop and education session focused on achieving the American Health Care Association/National Center for Assisted Living Silver - Achievement in Quality Award.
This collaborative effort demonstrates our organization's commitment to continuous improvement and excellence in quality care. By investing in leadership development and evidence-based practices, we are strengthening our ability to provide the highest quality care to those we serve.
We commend these leaders for their dedication to advance quality and drive meaningful progress across all locations.
12/12/2025
We understand that every resident has unique needs, routines, and goals. That’s why we create personalized care plans to ensure each individual receives the right support for their health, comfort, and quality of life.
With a personalized care plan, residents benefit from:
• Skilled nursing and clinical care tailored to their medical needs
• Assistance with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and mobility
• Engaging therapy programs including physical, occupational, and speech therapy
• Emotional and social support to foster connection and well-being
Our dedicated team works closely with residents and their families to provide care that is both compassionate and precise, helping every person feel safe, supported, and valued.
Recovering from flu-like illnesses can leave you feeling weak, but the on-site therapy team is here to help you get back on your feet. At Care Initiatives, we offer a full spectrum of therapy services tailored to your needs:
• Rehab-to-Home Program – Personalized plans to safely transition from hospital to home
• Physical Therapy – Rebuild strength, balance, and mobility
• Occupational Therapy – Regain independence in daily activities
• Speech Therapy – Improve communication, swallowing, and overall quality of life
A skilled team of therapists work closely with you to create a plan that supports your goals, helping you recover safely, confidently, and at your own pace.
Today, and every day, we are grateful for our dedicated team members who provide exceptional, compassionate care to the residents in our communities. Your commitment makes a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.
Wishing everyone a warm, safe, and joyful Thanksgiving!
11/16/2025
Fall into a rewarding career with Care! 🍂✨
We offer:
💰 Competitive Compensation: Earn a highly competitive wage.
🏥 Comprehensive Benefits: Eligible team members enjoy robust benefit options including medical, dental, vision, 403(b), PTO, and more.
💵 Referral Bonus Program: Earn cash rewards for referring your friends!
📲 Digital Wallet Access: Get paid as you earn—no more waiting for payday!
Care Initiatives proudly recognizes our Nurse Practitioners for their dedication and expertise in providing exceptional care across our communities. Their leadership, clinical knowledge, and compassion help enhance the quality of life for those we serve every day.
Thank you for all you do!
11/11/2025
Today, and every day, we honor the brave men and women who have served our country with courage, dedication, and sacrifice. At Care Initiatives, we are deeply grateful for the freedoms their service has made possible.
To all veterans, thank you for your commitment and for the example you set through your strength and service. Happy Veterans Day.
10/29/2025
🍂 Fall into a New Career with Care Initiatives! 🍂
Are you ready for a change? Join our team and enjoy:
💰 Competitive Pay: Earn a highly competitive wage.
🏥 Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, paid time off (PTO), and more!
👥 Referral Bonus Program: Get rewarded for referring your friends.
📱 Digital Wallet: Access your pay as you earn it—no more waiting for payday!
Are you searching for a rewarding career with amazing benefits? Look no further!
✅ Competitive Pay: Enjoy a highly competitive wage.
✅ Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, paid time off (PTO), and more!
✅ Referral Bonus Program: Earn rewards when you refer your friends.
✅ Digital Wallet: Access your pay as you earn—no more waiting for payday!
We celebrated National Boss's Day yesterday and the team at Parkridge Specialty Care would like to recognize our wonderful leaders! Michelle, Administrator, and Shaunna, Director of Nursing. These two ladies lead our team with heart and hard work. They turn pressure into progress and challenges into opportunities. Thank you both for your guidance, leadership, and support. It means the world to our team.
10/15/2025
As we continue to recognize October as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Care Initiatives stands in support of all who have been impacted by breast cancer. 💗
Our dedicated and compassionate team is trained to provide lymphedema therapy and deliver high-quality care to help patients live with greater comfort and dignity.
Together, we honor survivors, support those in treatment, and remember the loved ones we’ve lost.
At Care Initiatives, we understand that caring for others begins with caring for ourselves. Today, on World Mental Health Day, we join the global movement to raise awareness and support conversations around mental well-being.
Mental health matters every day — for our residents, patients, families, and team members. Taking time to rest, reflect, and reach out for support helps us continue providing the compassionate care our communities deserve. 💙
Let’s continue to check in with ourselves and each other — because together, we’re stronger.
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Care, compassion, comfort and commitment are the cornerstones that make up the foundation of Parkridge Specialty Care.
Newly built, on the outskirts of Des Moines in suburban Pleasant Hill, Parkridge has sweeping views of the downtown skyline, state of the art technology and open, spacious private and semi-private rooms. Our skilled nursing staff is available 24 hours a day ready with a joke or a hug and keeping everyone healthy. In our rehab-to-home wing, patients are provided every amenity along with receiving the therapies and treatments to get them back on the road to recovery and returning home. The new Penner bath/spa is a treat for everyone wanting to relax and watch their favorite program.
Our physical, occupational and speech therapists also see outpatient clients.
Residents in Parkridge enjoy a variety of daily activities such as computer classes or Bible study, to keep everyone engaged. And then there’s the food! Equipped with all of the latest kitchen gadgets and tools, our chef who has been with us for years, churns out homemade specialties for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
“Our staff is our greatest asset,” says Administrator Shawn Mikles. “They are all very warm, caring professionals. Service is our first priority.”
Parkridge Specialty Care is a 90-bed skilled nursing facility offering rehabilitation services, skilled nursing care, long term care and hospice care. We are a part of Care Initiatives, Iowa’s largest not-for-profit skilled nursing and long term care provider. Parkridge Specialty Care accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
