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Gardens At Luther Park

2910 E. 16Th Street, Des Moines, IA 50316

Independent Living Assisted Living
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Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $3,048
One Bedroom
Estimated $3,839
Two Bedroom
Estimated $4,722

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $3,773
  • Average State Price: $4,109
  • Average National Price: $4,181


  • Gardens At Luther Park Description

    Gardens At Luther Park is a large 100 bed community that offers independent living and assisted living and is located in Des Moines, Iowa. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 7.9 out of 10 making it the 16th highest rated community in the city out of 28 communities. See more information on reviews.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Independent Living

    Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.

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    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Community Reviews

    7.9
    Gardens At Luther Park
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 17 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 17 out of 28 communities in Des Moines
  • Ranking in State: 389 out of 578 communities in IA
  • Food and Dining A

    Activities B

    Facility and Grounds A

    Care B

    Staff A



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Summary of Reviews:

    • One facility received a very negative review for failing to fulfill promises, lack of responsiveness, and security concerns. The reviewer highlighted a lack of care and attention, particularly for a blind resident, and recommended Ramsey Village instead.
    • Several reviews praised The Gardens and Luther Park Apartments for their cleanliness, care, and amenities. Positive aspects mentioned include good food, attentive staff, social activities, and well-maintained grounds.
    • Some concerns were raised about annual rent increases, outdated facilities, and lack of security in one of the reviewed locations. However, the community and available amenities like WiFi, transportation, and social activities were seen as positives.
    • One review highlighted a facility's comprehensive care, including therapy that improved a resident's mobility, and personal attention from the staff, which significantly enhanced the resident's quality of life.
    • Another facility was criticized for its engagement with residents and cost, while others were commended for their beautiful facilities, variety of activities, and accommodating staff.
    • Concerns about parking availability and crowdedness were mentioned for one location, despite its beautiful landscape and cleanliness.

    Overall, while some facilities received mixed reviews, others were highly recommended for their care, amenities, and community environment.


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    Health

    24-hour call response system

    Podiatrist visits on-site

    Physical, occupational, and speech therapy available on-site

    Medication management

    Bathing assistance

    Nursing services


    Services

    Flat linen laundry service weekly

    Weekly light housekeeping

    Paid utilities except for telephone

    Housekeeping services

    All utilities included except for telephone

    High-speed wireless internet


    Activities

    Planned social, wellness, and recreational activities

    Scheduled activities and social events

    On campus worship, Bible study, Rosary, and Communion

    Volunteer opportunities

    Life enrichment program


    Community Amenities

    Hair Salon

    Outdoor living spaces

    Library with computer access

    Free high-speed wireless internet

    Exercise room

    Lounge and community areas


    Room Amenities

    Full size washer/dryer

    Refrigerator

    Stove

    Microwave

    DIRECTV

    Laundry facilities in each apartment at Rose Glen; communal facilities at Luther Park Apartments


    Dining

    Three meals served daily

    Restaurant-style dining room

    Bistro open 24-hours/day

    Complimentary breakfast served daily

    Lunch available for purchase 7 days/week


    Transportation

    Scheduled transportation for group outings

    Limited transportation to doctor appointments

    Complimentary transportation to outings such as shopping, restaurants, and other attractions


    Pet

    Pet-friendly



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Des Moines which is 1.6 miles away and has a population of 210,330 (small city).
    • The average income is $38,794, which is very low compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 77
      • Low Temperature: 23
      • Average Temperature: 52.6
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 119 days of rain, 36 days of snow and 209 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 1.2 inches a year

    Demographic Overview
    • The median age is 34.5 years old, average compared to other cities.
    • 5.6% of the population are Veterans which is a high percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
    • 11.34% of the population are Foreign-born which is a low percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
    • The population is 1% American Indian and Alaska Native, 6% Asian, 11% Black or African-American, 10% Hispanic or Latino, and 70% White.

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 1.11 per 100 people which is very low compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 0.39 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 0.56 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.04 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 78.43 years old, which is average compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 267.0, Moderate Days 37.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 0.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Cash Saver
    0.6 miles away
    Fareway
    1.3 miles away
    Hy-Vee
    1.4 miles away
    Jung's Oriental Food Store
    1.6 miles away
    Plaza Food Market
    3.1 miles away

    None Found

    Bus Stations

    E Euclid Ave & Cornell St
    1.2 miles away
    E Douglas Ave & Cornell St
    1.2 miles away
    E Euclid Ave & Oxford St
    1.3 miles away
    E Douglas Ave & Oxford St
    1.3 miles away
    Euclid Ave & 2nd Ave
    1.4 miles away

    Banks

    Community State Bank
    0.5 miles away
    Great Western Bank
    0.5 miles away
    U.S. Bank
    1.3 miles away
    Journey Credit Union
    1.8 miles away
    Capitol View Credit Union
    1.9 miles away

    Hospitals

    Iowa Lutheran Hospital
    1.3 miles away
    MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
    2.0 miles away
    Broadlawns Medical Center
    2.2 miles away
    Iowa Methodist Medical Center
    2.8 miles away
    VA Medical Center
    3.3 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Walgreens
    1.2 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    1.4 miles away
    Hy-Vee Pharmacy
    1.4 miles away
    Hammer Pharmacy
    2.3 miles away
    Broadlawns Medical Center Pharmacy
    2.4 miles away

    Dentists

    Primary Health Care Dental
    3.9 miles away
    Ingersoll Family Dentistry
    4.0 miles away
    Joe's Square
    4.0 miles away
    Beaver Avenue Dental
    4.0 miles away
    Mosier Dental
    4.1 miles away

    Parks

    Union Park
    0.8 miles away
    Birdland Park
    1.0 miles away
    Belle M. Turner Park
    1.1 miles away
    Martin Luther King Jr. Park
    1.2 miles away
    Fairmont Park
    1.3 miles away

    None Found

    Shopping

    Merle Hay Mall
    5.5 miles away
    Haymarket Mall
    5.5 miles away
    Southridge Mall
    6.7 miles away
    Valley West Mall
    8.1 miles away
    Jordan Creek Town Center
    11.3 miles away

    Culture

    Viking Theater
    0.2 miles away
    Prairie Meadows Riviera Amphitheater
    1.7 miles away
    Simon Estes Amphitheater
    2.6 miles away
    Civic Center of Greater Des Moines
    2.7 miles away
    Vaudeville Mews
    2.9 miles away

    Restaurants

    Student Dining Center
    0.3 miles away
    Village Inn
    0.5 miles away
    Iowa Beef Steak House
    0.6 miles away
    El Rodeo
    0.6 miles away
    Captain Roy's
    1.2 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of IA. It is a large-sized community with 100 total beds.

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