The Gardens

The Gardens is an assisted living facility in Des Moines, IA. It operates as part of Luther Park Community, a nonprofit senior living organization that has served older Iowans for over 100 years. The facility provides daily assistance to seniors who need support with daily activities, fostering a sense of community. Luther Park Community offers a continuum of care that includes independent retirement apartments for adults 55+, long-term and skilled nursing care, and memory care services. The memory care program is designed to provide a safe, structured environment with predictable routines to lower stress for residents with dementia. The organization’s mission is to empower each person to thrive, treating them with dignity and Christian compassion.

The Gardens sits at 2910 E 16th St in a quiet residential area on the east side of Des Moines. It is located about a quarter of a mile from the Luhrs Athletic Complex and roughly three-tenths of a mile from the Viking Theater. The facility is also within half a mile of the Grand View University Library, sitting near major thoroughfares such as East 14th Street and East Euclid Avenue. This placement provides residents with access to local cultural and educational resources while remaining in a residential setting.

Luther Park Community has maintained its operations for generations, focusing on high-quality health services and continual upkeep of its buildings. The organization treats every resident as family, aiming to help seniors maintain their independence for as long as possible. The Gardens holds a rating of 3.30 based on 3 reviews.

The Gardens provides assisted living in Des Moines, IA, offering daily assistance and a structured environment for seniors within a community that has served the area for over a century.

Services:

• Assisted Living
• Independent Living Apartments
• Long Term & Skilled Care
• Memory Care
• Volunteer Resources