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8.3

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8 communities
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Edencrest at Timberline

14001 Douglas Parkway, Urbandale, IA 50323

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.2
Review Score
8 reviews

Bickford is a good community. The food is made daily right there. It's so good that my Aunt refused to let us take her out to eat! She didn't want to miss lunch. They don't have a lot of activities but it is...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

Welcome to our seventh Edencrest location in the Des Moines metropolitan area. We are located just a half mile west of Des Moines Christian School in Urbandale. Our small/medium size community offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite Care to end-of-life care. The entire...

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Edencrest at Riverwoods

2210 East Park Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50320

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.8
Review Score
42 reviews

I would say to have them explain all charges & what it all covers, care plans and etc. To help them make their decisions so their not shell shocked. When a statement comes

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Edencrest at Riverwoods is an assisted living community located in Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa. Our beautiful community is located near Lake Easter and several parks. Des Moines is a wonderful area for both residents and their loved ones to enjoy. We are committed to our residents by providing...

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Edencrest at Siena Hills

455 SW Ankeny Rd, Ankeny, IA 50023

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.7
Review Score
22 reviews

The facility was well knowledged and help make the process go smoother. The gentleman in charge of the intake, unfortunately, had taken a position right as my father moved in. A few weeks later, the director...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Edencrest at Siena Hills Assisted Living and Memory Care is your community of choice in Ankeny! We are committed to providing Red Carpet Treatment for everyone who lives, works, and visits Siena Hills. Red Carpet Treatment is more than simple hospitality; it is our way of life! Our 'Resident...

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Edencrest at Beaverdale

3410 Beaver Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.7
Review Score
35 reviews

Food was not great. Staff was amazing! So helpful and kind! Activities were fun and engaging. Wish bingo was every day. Dining was the only negative, food was unappealing and not a lot of choices. Definitely...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Edencrest at Beaverdale is professionally managed by Jaybird Senior Living. Built by Hubbell Realty Company in 2017 in the heart of Beaverdale, we are committed to providing Red Carpet service for everyone who lives, works, and visits Beaverdale. Enjoy peace of mind and a wide variety of...

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Edencrest at Kettlestone

805 Southeast Tallgrass Lane, Waukee, IA 50263

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.2
Review Score
3 reviews

I have found at Kettlestone enjoyable. The staff here are very friendly and very knowledgeable and that does not even begin to describe them. The same things can be said of the administration. The good food...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

Edencrest at The Tuscany

1600 8th St SE, Altoona, IA 50009

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.2
Review Score
10 reviews

Weekend staff were not so good, they were all contracted staff. They were very expensive and charged me for 15 days after she died. This is not a place I would consider if I need it.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

We are a brand new community, summer of 2021, within an award winning brand. We will be the flagship community of the brand offering independent living, assisted living, closer care, and memory care. We will also offer garages, connected and detached. Our services will go much higher than most...

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Edencrest at The Legacy

2901 Cedar St, Norwalk, IA 50211

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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7.5
Review Score
9 reviews

There has been a lot of turnover so I think they are working on it. But staff do not say hi to visitors and no one knows their names. The kitchen staff has been new a few times. It appears they do not plan...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Edencrest at The Legacy is the fifth retirement living community in the Edencrest series, offering 40 apartments of Independent Living, Assisted Living, Closer Care and Memory Care to the Norwalk community. As a resident at The Legacy, you'll enjoy freedom of choice when it comes to our wide...

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Edencrest at Green Meadows

6750 Corporate Drive, Johnston, IA 50131

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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7.1
Review Score
35 reviews

None of these facilities are perfect. They are often understaffed, and administratively they make mistakes. They take adequate care of my Mom.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Edencrest at Green Meadows is professionally managed by Senior Housing Companies.We are committed to providing Red Carpet Treatment for everyone who lives, works, and visits Green Meadows. Enjoy peace of mind and a wide variety of all-inclusive amenities when you reserve your apartment today. Ask...

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8.3
Review Score
164 reviews

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164 reviews
8.3

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A Place for Mom has scored Highmark Senior Living with 8.3 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 50 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, Highmark Senior Living has 164 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.2 out of 5.

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4.0
Mark - Family/Friend
Assisted Living
August 1, 2025
Verified Review
Edencrest Green Meadows is adequate for meeting my Mom's needs.

None of these facilities are perfect. They are often understaffed, and administratively they make mistakes. They take adequate care of my Mom.

Cleanliness

4

Friendliness

4

Meals & Dining

4

Care Services

4

Activities

3

Staff

4

Value for Cost

4


4.0
Anonymous - Resident/client
Independent Living
July 22, 2025
Verified Review
it is overall a nice community but you always should go in with a positive attitude.

I am quite satisfied with most things so far, no place is perfect but they have been good to me & I have no big problems with anything. I am close to all the places I need to go & no one is trying to make me do things I don't want to do.


4.0
David H - Family/Friend
Assisted Living
April 23, 2025
Verified Review
Knowledgeable staff

The facility was well knowledged and help make the process go smoother. The gentleman in charge of the intake, unfortunately, had taken a position right as my father moved in. A few weeks later, the director of the facility had given word he was leaving also. These two gentlemen specifically helped the process tremendously.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Meals & Dining

4

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Staff

5

Value for Cost

4


4.0
Anonymous - Family/Friend
Assisted Living
April 14, 2025
Verified Review
A nice community to simplify your life.

It's a beautiful facility that tries to have activities to engage the residents. The staff is caring. There is a resident advocate group that meets with the staff to talk through any issues or new ideas which I think is great. They seem to bring in a variety of entertainers each week which the residents seem to enjoy. My relative is able to walk in the building for exercise as well as attend generally daily exercise classes which has been so good for her. She has made several friends and enjoys living in this community.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Meals & Dining

4

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Staff

4

Value for Cost

5


4.0
Anonymous - Family/Friend
Memory Care
April 1, 2025
Verified Review
Edencrest at Beaverdale

Their communication process is excellent. Staff is very caring and takes time to listen. Since my father in law's admission there has been a leadership change with many improvements

Cleanliness

4

Friendliness

5

Meals & Dining

4

Care Services

4

Activities

4

Staff

4

Value for Cost

4


4.0
Anonymous - Family/Friend
Assisted Living
March 25, 2025
Verified Review
Review for Edencrest at Kettlestone

The staff is welcoming and kind. It seems clean for the most part, but[name removed], the executive director is very rude and unprofessional. I do wish we would have looked around more but has to act fast.

Cleanliness

4

Friendliness

3

Meals & Dining

3

Care Services

3

Activities

4

Staff

1

Value for Cost

3


4.0
Anonymous - Family/Friend
Memory Care
March 12, 2025
Verified Review
Edencrest Review

Weekend staff were not so good, they were all contracted staff. They were very expensive and charged me for 15 days after she died. This is not a place I would consider if I need it.


4.0
Sarah - Family/Friend
Assisted Living
February 28, 2025
Verified Review
kind and accommodating community

So far so good. Dad seems safe and happy. It's a small, kind community. The rooms are decent, bedroom has a queen bed comfortably and the living room has a couch and chair. Activities tend to be mostly cards and other games, and occasional performances especially around the holidays.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

4

Meals & Dining

4

Care Services

4

Activities

3

Staff

4

Value for Cost

4


4.0
Anonymous - Family/Friend
Assisted Living
February 3, 2025
Verified Review
Edencrest of Sienna Hills

we had to change her level of care to the memory care unit after 2 weeks and I wish we would have been told that from the beginning. more frequent laundry needed and entire place needs a refresh. very friendly. had a fall within a month. my mom didn't participate in any while in the assisted living area and just watches TV in memory care.

Cleanliness

2

Friendliness

5

Meals & Dining

4

Care Services

3

Activities

No data collected

Staff

5

Value for Cost

4


4.0
Julia - Family/Friend
Independent Living
December 13, 2024
Verified Review
Great place for what my dad needs right now. It's comforting to know he can age in place in the same facility

there are many activities offered, my dad has not taken part in them. The key fobs they use are hard for my dad, he is used to a regular key and lock. He struggles even after 6 weeks or more of being there. We chose Edencrest for Location - close to my brother and me. Cost- they ran a special price for the first 12 months.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Meals & Dining

4

Care Services

No data collected

Activities

No data collected

Staff

5

Value for Cost

5


4.0
Anonymous - Family/Friend
Assisted Living
November 20, 2024
Verified Review
Our Family's Experience

Very nice facility. The staff is extremely helpful and always looking for ways they can help residents. Facility is always clean. Elegantly decorated common areas for season or holiday. Menu could be more varied. Staff is very accommodating if resident wants special food while ill.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Meals & Dining

3

Care Services

4

Activities

4

Staff

5

Value for Cost

4


4.0
Julia S - Resident/client
Independent Living
November 6, 2024
Pleasant, caring people and a friendly atmosphere.

I was pleasantly surprised with the look and feel of the facility at Edencrest at Timberline. Friendly people, good food (sometimes cold, though) and good activities. There were some resource constraints, but management was working on handling the issues. I felt at home from day one of my stay.

Cleanliness

4

Friendliness

5

Meals & Dining

4

Care Services

No data collected

Activities

4

Staff

5

Value for Cost

4


4.0
Anonymous - Family/Friend
Assisted Living
October 31, 2024
Verified Review
Edencrest at The Legacy

There has been a lot of turnover so I think they are working on it. But staff do not say hi to visitors and no one knows their names. The kitchen staff has been new a few times. It appears they do not plan menus taking the residence age and abilities to eat what they cook. Most things are fried and coated. I have personally eaten there and it was overcooked and cold. They have removed the salad bar so no other choice. I feel they at least need to always have fresh fruits available and yogurts. Casseroles and foods that are more easily digested.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

3

Meals & Dining

3

Care Services

4

Activities

4

Staff

3

Value for Cost

4


4.0
Mark R - Family/Friend
Assisted Living
October 21, 2024
Verified Review
Nurses are short on time

Friendliness of staff. 4 Nurses don't have time for residents or resident's family. Neither does executive director. They don't return phone calls. Meals and dining - Breakfast the best. Lunch and Dinner repetitive. Activities - Repetitive. For my Mom, the activities are too simple. Bingo all the time, crafts a kindergartner can do.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

4

Meals & Dining

4

Care Services

3

Activities

4

Staff

4

Value for Cost

4


4.0
Kate - Family/Friend
Assisted Living
August 26, 2024
Considerate and attentive employees great amenities included in the price

Included in the price is transportation to social or medical events. They attempt to get input for social events and the menu from residents. The staff regardless of position chip in where needed to meet the needs of residents. The assistance given those in assisted living is defined in an assessment that can be modified as needs change as soon as 30 days. Staff are friendly and respectful.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Meals & Dining

3

Care Services

4

Activities

4

Staff

5

Value for Cost

5


4.0
Anonymous - Family/Friend
Assisted Living
June 19, 2024
Verified Review

The staff was very friendly and welcoming. I would recommend Edencrest at Beaverdale. Everyone was very nice.

Cleanliness

4

Friendliness

5

Meals & Dining

4

Care Services

4

Activities

3

Staff

4

Value for Cost

4


4.0
Anonymous - Family/Friend
Memory Care
May 24, 2024
Verified Review
Overall pleased

I am basing this off of the memory Care unit since Mom has been there the longest. They're willing to work with families on where to place residents and how to care for each individual resident. With the activities, they could improve by just trying to include the memory care residents more often for having more separate activities for the memory care. Food is hard.. it's tough to cook for that many people and I know they're understaffed. I think they probably do their best.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Meals & Dining

3

Care Services

4

Activities

3

Staff

5

Value for Cost

4


4.0
CC - Family/Friend
Assisted Living
February 21, 2024
Verified Review
Review for Edencrest at Siena Hills

It was the nicest place I could find for my brother that met the criteria of having assisted living and memory care. Our main criteria was that we needed a facility that would do a spin down. We agreed to pay for two years with the plan to go to Medicaid after that. They only have a few places for that and I just hope management changes don't affect that plan.. Overall, I am happy with our choice!

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Meals & Dining

4

Care Services

4

Activities

5

Staff

5

Value for Cost

4


4.0
Anonymous - Family/Friend
Assisted Living
December 20, 2023
Verified Review
Review for Edencrest at Siena Hills

It is a nice community with a good amount of activities that suit many different types of individuals. The staff is friendly, and gives my loved one appropriate care for their needs. The primary factors for choosing this community were proximity to family, cost, and overall feeling of comfort when touring.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Meals & Dining

3

Care Services

4

Activities

4

Staff

5

Value for Cost

4


4.0
Kent - Family/Friend
Assisted Living
November 30, 2023
Verified Review
Review for Edencrest at Riverwoods

I liked the community, and it was affordable. I would recommend to others.

Cleanliness

4

Friendliness

4

Meals & Dining

4

Care Services

4

Activities

4

Staff

4

Value for Cost

4


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