Hansen House - Harlan

Hansen House - Harlan is a peaceful assisted living community in Harlan, Iowa. It is within elegant Shelby County which is part of the Hawkeye State.

At Hansen House, we take community seriously. We want you to feel as comfortable as possible and that means bringing an unrivaled level of care and consistency to everything we do.

Our Harlan location has only 18 units!  Fewer units means our employees are able to connect with our residents on a much more personal level.  

Bigger is not better. Household models with eighteen or less units create a better quality of life for those that live in them. The Hansen House is designed so the residents feel at home and so they can more readily recognize the purpose each area serves. Like many homes, our kitchen is the heart of our house and is open for all.

Some with memory loss enjoy walking and continuously exploring the environment. Here they can do so in a safe and comforting atmosphere. Our home is designed with one level. There are no steps to worry about.

All residents have their own rooms that include a bathroom and shower. Their privacy promotes independence, more control, and better sleep. Residents can shut and lock their door anytime they want.

The smaller size means both the Council Bluffs and Harlan locations are able to form closer bonds with one another than they would living at a larger facility, but it also allows our employees to figure out how best to serve our residents.

Once that bond is established, we never break it by sending an employee to work at another Hansen House location. And, in instances where a resident might need a bit more care, we see to it that they do not have to move if they don’t feel comfortable doing so.  

It’s the reason why residents are happier at Hansen House than any other assisted living facility.

Seeing the effects of dementia or Alzheimer’s can be troubling. If you know someone suffering from memory loss, you may be faced with some difficult decisions. Most people do not have the time or ability to care for their loved ones on their own. Hansen House provides the personal support and care needed for individuals suffering from dementia and Alzheimer’s. We are a local assisted living center that specializes in care for those with memory loss. You want your loved ones to have the best possible care. The Hansen House provides the special care that they deserve.

Peace of Mind for You and Your Family

• Hansen House provides specialized care designed for those with memory loss.
• Daily activities engage the residents’ minds and bodies.
• Residents have their own private rooms.
• The residence and courtyard are very safe and secure.
• We serve home cooked meals in our intimate dining room.
• Our caring staff responds to emails within 24 hours.

Social activity is a highlight at Hansen House. From small gatherings to large attenders, a mixture of laughter and reminiscing are integral to a balanced, fun-filled day. Chair exercises blended with the outdoors, and courtyard walks throughout the week, round out our exercise program. Activities are geared to promote thought process, encourage participation, touch one or more of the five senses, and incorporate music with song lyrics. Music and singing stimulates the mind’s ability to remember part, and in some instances, all lyrics to a song. Our program includes spiritual, physical, mental, creative, and social aspects. Because we are aware of the varying interests and abilities of each individual, we purpose to critique our activities to meet your loved ones needs.