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WELCOME TO GRAND LIVING AT BRIDGEWATER

Grand Living at Bridgewater offers independent, assisted living, and memory care in Coralville, Iowa.

We provide an all-inclusive resort living for seniors, focusing on personalized care, unparalleled hospitality, and FIRST CLASS HAPPINESS®.

What’s New at Grand Living

This holiday season, discover how Grand Living brings FIRST CLASS HAPPINESS® to life. Our vibrant, welcoming community embraces the joy and warmth of every holiday tradition. Join us for elegant celebrations, festive gatherings, and meaningful moments shared with family and friends.

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Festival of Wreaths at Grand Living

Experience the magic of the season at our Holiday Wreath Festival! Local businesses are coming together to donate and auction their most stunning wreath creations. Wreaths are displayed from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM, beginning Sunday, December 1st. Take in the sights of our beautifully adorned community, featuring nine breathtaking Christmas trees, and let the joy of live holiday concerts fill your heart.

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Dementia Support at Grand Living

Find support, share experiences, and learn coping strategies at our Dementia Support Group. Led by our Director of LUMINATIONS®, Meriyah Jenkins, the group meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at Grand Living at Bridgewater, a certified Alzheimer’s Association® facilitator. Connect with others who understand the challenges of caring for someone with dementia.

RSVP: 319.614.6180

 

A Community for You


  • Dining Venues

    Formal dining, casual dining, a bistro, and private dining, with chef-prepared meals every day


  • Forum Theatre

    150-plus seat theatre for an array of entertainment options, activities, classes, and events


  • Grand Spa and Fitness Center

    Fitness studio with state-of-the-art equipment, Director of Fitness, salon, massage rooms, and more


  • Community Spaces

    Grand Library, Grand Lounge, Legends Club, gift shop, and activities room – extensions of your residence


  • Private chapel and meditation center

    Non-denominational chapel and meditation center, a quiet, peaceful space available for use any time


  • Outdoor recreation areas

    Including a fire pit, pet park, and more, where you can enjoy a sunny day or participate in outdoor activities


  • Heated indoor pool

    Beautiful heated indoor pool with poolside seating, where you can relax with your community


  • Chauffeured luxury vehicle

    A luxury vehicle chauffeured by a dedicated and safe driver to get you to appointments and other scheduled activities

Hear From Our Community

Discover what our residents, their loved ones and guests are saying about their Grand Living experiences in these reviews from Google.

Have you had a memorable experience at Grand Living? Did someone go above and beyond to make your day special? We’d love to hear about it! Please share your thoughts with us.





My parents made the move to Grand Living At Bridgewater and found a place to continue to grow. This past weekend, my parents celebrated 70 years of marriage, a 91 birthday and celebrated missed milestones with family visiting from 7 different states. Our family witnessed the love and care from staff, who kept this community safe during the pandemic. Our parents invited their siblings to experience the outstanding food. Our mother is currently receiving physical therapy at a rehabilitation center nearby after having a shoulder replacement and is working hard to get back to home at Grand Living. She misses her hair dresser, the fitness classes and the lovely community members. Thank you, Grand Living At Bridgewater!!

– Nancy Bush





My mother’s husband passed away in NE and we kids brought her to IA to live near us. Because she had been diagnosed with dementia, we wanted to find her a safe place to live as she couldn’t take care of her home. We looked at several places who had a combination of independent, assisted and memory care with an activity component as a part of their care. We were immediately impressed with the clean modern appearance of the building, the helpfulness of the front desk staff, the compassion of the directors, the nurses, the caretakers, the activity directors, especially in the Lavender Unit memory care where mom has been since June 2023. The memory care units are very active and intermix with the rest of the building for monthly activities, which include bringing in local musical groups, The meals are delicious. Mom is very happy here and loved by the people who take care of her daily and weekly. WE couldn’t be happier with our choice of Grand Living for our mom, and hope that she is able to enjoy Grand Living for the years to come.

– Melody Strom





The most caring staff around. My mom loves living here and I have peace of mind knowing she is safe. There are so many activities to keep her busy and weekly bus trips which is a highlight for her. The common areas and apartments are gorgeous and feel like home.

– Grace Chabal

TOUR GRAND LIVING AT BRIDGEWATER

The 3D floor plans showcased herein are for illustrative purposes only. Actual floor plans may vary based on the unique specifications and layouts of each community. Variations in architectural design, room dimensions, furniture placement, and other factors may occur. Please schedule a tour with the community for accurate floor plan details and configurations.

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MEET OUR GRAND LIVING AT BRIDGEWATER TEAM

Dara Fishnick

Executive Director

Dara brings extensive experience in senior living management from both Iowa and Florida. She holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Loras College. Dara’s choice of Grand Living reflects her alignment with its core values, emphasizing residents, families, and staff. She delights in addressing concerns and positively impacting residents’ lives, drawing inspiration from their stories. Outside of work, Dara resides in Cedar Rapids with her husband, Pat, and daughters, Katy and Taylor. Their home is a bustling haven for various pets, including dogs, ducks, and a cat. In her leisure time, Dara enjoys landscaping, wildlife observation, and cherished moments with loved ones.

Meagan Bennett

Sales Counselor

Meagan holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology & sociology from Cornell College and a master’s degree in organizational leadership from St. Ambrose University. With over a decade of experience in real estate, she excels in assisting seniors to find their ideal home. Meagan finds fulfillment in making a positive impact and building trust with each resident. Outside of work, she enjoys cheering for her two children, Ava and Carson, in their various extracurricular activities. She also enjoys spending time with her two beloved dogs, Bingo and Bella.

Jenny Vang

Business Office Manager

Jenny, an Iowa native, brings valuable expertise to her role, with more than 20 years of experience in business office management and human resources across diverse industries including finance, non-profit, engineering, and manufacturing. She studied business and graphic design at Iowa State University and received her Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) certification from Kirkwood Community College. Her decision to join Grand Living was based upon her love and desire to work with seniors, and her passion shines through her attention to detail in bookkeeping and management. In her free time, Jenny enjoys spending time with her husband of over 25 years and her 3 adult children: Isaac, Naya, and Autumn.

Jeni Fetter

Assistant Director of Health & Wellness

Jeni graduated from Kirkwood Community College in 1996 and has since worked in the nursing field for over two decades. She has served as a charge nurse in Long Term Care (LTC), skilled nursing facilities, and Assistant Director of Nursing for assisted living buildings. She also experienced being a travel nurse specializing in labor and delivery as well as Rare and Expensive Case Management (REM) nursing. Jeni was drawn to Grand Living through a friend’s recommendation and quickly found herself part of a fantastic team. Inspired by her experience caring for her grandmother’s, Jeni is passionate about making a difference in the lives of her residents and advocating for their well-being. Outside of work, Jeni enjoys spending time with her six grandchildren, singing karaoke, and indulging her love for travel, especially to beach destinations like Kure Beach, North Carolina, and Cabo San Lucas.

Meriyah Jenkins

Director of Luminations

Meriyah, a Cedar Rapids native, has worked in senior living for over six years, with a focus on dementia care. With an associate degree in liberal arts, she served as an assistant in LUMINATIONS® Memory Care at Grand Living at Indian Creek before joining the team in a leadership role at Bridgwater. She is passionate about providing support to families and friends as they care for their loved ones and advocating for those unable to advocate for themselves. Outside work, Meriyah enjoys spending time with her dog, Penelope, and her family and friends.

Austina Smith

Executive Chef

Chef Austina is a native of Freetown, Sierra Leone in West Africa. She grew up as the middle child in a family of “foodies” but did not think the kitchen was for her. Her family moved to the United States in 1998 and Austina decided to take a cake decorating class at Kirkwood  Community College. Once she entered the kitchen, she was hooked. Chef Austina’s culinary experience includes working in hotels, restaurants, business and educational settings. Chef loves explaining the Grand Living Culinary Program to everyone she meets because, as she puts it, “It is a unique concept in senior dining. Our residents have worked hard their whole lives. It is their time to relax and let us take care of them. The best way to say ‘thank you’ is by providing good, home-cooked meals that nourish them.” Her ability to personalize and cater to individual residents with specific needs goes above and beyond and Grand Living at Bridgewater is thrilled to have her as part of our family.

It is always more than JUST food! Food creates memories that transcends barriers and as culinarians, we always want those memories to be positive. We strive to present the best each day.

Allen Norton

Dining Room Manager

Allen graduated from Cornell College in 2015 with a Bachelor’s in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. His career began at Pizza Ranch at the age of 16 and transitioned to Cornell College Dining Services during his college years. In 2018, he joined Grand Living at Bridgewater, drawn to the senior living industry by his personal experience growing up in an assisted living environment and a desire to innovate service delivery. Allen is passionate about serving residents and values the deep connections formed through daily interactions, viewing residents as an extension of his own family. Outside of work, Allen has a keen interest in reading and technology. He has built his own computer and enjoys troubleshooting technical issues. Allen is also a proud father to a son.

James Paul

Director of Maintenance

JP as he likes to be called has a bachelor’s degree in Sociology and Criminology from the University of Northern Iowa. He brings over eighteen years of experience in corrections and probation, having served in various roles such as correctional officer, correctional counselor, and state and federal probation officer. Additionally, he has ten years of experience as a Nuclear Security Officer. Over the past three years, JP has dedicated his expertise to senior living facilities, finding his passion in working with the elderly community. His decision to join Grand Living stems from its commitment to providing unparalleled care, exceptional amenities, and a vibrant community for its residents. JP enjoys traveling, golfing, reading, fishing, engaging in DIY projects and spending time with his wife, children, grandchildren and his two Boxer dogs.

Angelique Morales

Director of Environmental Services

Angelique has led teams in various roles from food management to hospitality services. Drawn to Grand Living by its warm atmosphere, she values the meaningful connections with both staff and residents. Angelique treasures the stories and relationships shared with seniors and is passionate about making a difference in their lives. Outside work, she enjoys taking road trips, unwinding with a video game, and spending quality time with her dogs.

Shawna Klein

Director of Facets

Shawna has over 30 years of experience in the fitness industry. She has her Masters in Sports Management and has been a certified National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA) Personal Trainer since 2005 and holds certifications in Aquatic Exercise, Swim Lesson Instruction, Spin and TRX and is the Certified Pool Operator for Grand Living at Bridgewater. She is also currently working toward her Yoga and Meditation certifications. Shawna has enjoyed a variety of positions that encompassed training infants through seniors, however she especially loves working with the senior population and challenging them to stay active as they age and achieve more through a wide variety of classes. Her goal is to keep fitness interesting and fun by adding in monthly fitness outings, nutrition information tables, educational speakers and rotating in new fitness classes. She has provided fitness and health training, coaching and rehabilitation services with the Warriors in Transition Battalion, the YMCA, Parks and Recreation departments and in two hospitals. When she is not at work, Shawna enjoys watching her kids’ sporting events, reading, biking and walking their 3 dogs.

Makenna Hendrickson

Director of Fitness

Makenna holds a Bachelor of Science in health promotion and certifications as a personal trainer and health education specialist. Starting as a fitness intern at Grand Living, she transitioned into the fitness department during her senior year of college. Makenna loves the vibrant community at Grand Living, drawn to the kindness and joy of its residents and team members. In her role, she seeks out opportunities to uniquely engage with each resident, whether in classes or at the gym, making every day a different fun and fulfilling experience. Outside of work, Makenna is an avid runner and cyclist, embracing any opportunity to immerse herself in the great outdoors.

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