The Best Senior Living Communities in West Des Moines, IA

"We toured the MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Jordan Creek and my grandmother liked it. It was the newest of all the places we visited. You get the sense of community, but it was more like a hotel atmosphere where she could get room serv..."

"Bickford of West Des Moines was very, very nice. Of the two places we looked at, that was actually the bigger of the rooms. That was a very good-sized room. They said they do quite a bit of activities for them. The staff was all very nice, very cheer..."

"We toured the Elite Lodge of Ashworth. We liked the facility, we liked the people, and we liked the floor plans. The staff was very nice, very good, very helpful, and very pleasant. The one that we liked was a one-bedroom plus a den. We had lunch whe..."

Glen Meadows Retirement is West Des Moines, Iowa’s premier independent living community. The community comprises 119 apartments for adults 55 and over — including studio apartments, one, two, and three-bedroom suites, and a variety of floor plans. Glen Meadows Retirement is all-inclusive, providing five-star services on a month-to-month basis. A single monthly charge includes all services, utilities, phone, cable, and internet. Spacious common areas feature a 150-seat state-of-the-art theater, library, billiards and game room, conversation areas with fireplaces, concierge lounge with bar, flat-screen TV, game tables, superb fitness and exercise room facilities, spa area, laundry facility, and business center. Residents savor the variety found in an industry-first all-inclusive Freedom Dining Program. With three fresh chef-prepared meals daily, residents can choose from a variety of menu options and dining experiences with flexible hours. Coffee, juice, ice cream, and snacks are available all day. Weekly housekeeping service is provided, along with transportation to and from appointments and shopping trips. Numerous planned activities, social events, and travel opportunities abound. Live-in managers and concierge and valet services are available 24/7, ensuring resident safety. Every resident receives an emergency alert pendant, guaranteeing peace of mind to friends and family that their loved ones are protected during emergencies. Pets are warmly welcome at Glen Meadows Retirement, with no additional pet deposit. A guest suite is available for residents’ family members to reserve for visits. A travel program whisks residents to any of Resort Lifestyle Communities’ other properties, where they can reserve a guest suite free for one week — meals included. Fitness and wellness programs including aerobics, weight lifting, yoga, walking clubs, sittercises, and many more boost resident wellness. A beauty salon/barber shop is close on the property. Residents can participate in a book club, bridge and poker games, or go on excursions to museums, cultural events, and casinos. Residents often say they wish they would have made the move sooner—those who make the move while they are still healthy tend to retain, or even improve, their health living in an independent retirement community like Glen Meadows. Socialization, security, and peace of mind are vital benefits provided to all residents. Socializing not only contributes to a longer, happier life, but also improves cognitive performance. Building a circle of support with new friends at Glen Meadows will enrich your life in countless ways. Visit Glen Meadows soon!

"Both my parents live at Grand Living at Tower Place, but my dad is in assisted living. They live together, but my mom is in independent living. When we came in, they gave us a nice tour. They explained the different room options, the meals, and the m..."

"The therapy here helped me get back home. I went from a wheelchair to walking with a cane. My medication was managed well. ..."