About Edencrest at The Tuscany

Opening in the summer of 2021, our community proudly represents the flagship location of an award-winning brand known for excellence and compassion in senior living. We are honored to offer a full spectrum of lifestyle options, including independent living, assisted living, closer care, and memory care — all thoughtfully designed to support the needs of every resident. With both connected and detached garages available, our residents enjoy the convenience and comfort of modern living in a safe, elegant environment that feels like home.

What sets our community apart is our commitment to going above and beyond traditional senior living standards. Our goal is to deliver exceptional care and service while helping residents protect their financial well-being. We believe that the retirement you’ve worked so hard for should be both fulfilling and sustainable. Our experienced coordinator team — with over 50 years of combined expertise in senior living — ensures that every detail, from daily activities to personalized care plans, is managed with professionalism, warmth, and integrity.

Our brand has proudly been recognized as Cityview’s “Best Senior Living Community” for four consecutive years — a testament to our dedication to quality, hospitality, and resident satisfaction. Each day, we strive to deliver “Red Carpet Service,” creating an environment where every resident feels valued, cared for, and celebrated.

For more details, our community stands as a new benchmark in senior living — combining innovation, affordability, and heartfelt service to create a place where seniors can thrive and families can find peace of mind.

Care and support at Edencrest at The Tuscany

Care available at Edencrest at The Tuscany, Altoona, IA, includes:

  • Assisted Living: Help from trained staff with daily activities such as bathing, dressing and medication, in a social community setting.
  • Independent Living: Maintenance-free living for active older adults who don’t need daily care, with dining and activities on site.
  • Memory Care: Secure, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia, with structured daily routines.

On the healthcare side, the community lists diabetic care, support for higher care needs, incontinence care, medication management and care for residents who are non-ambulatory. During a visit, ask how the team builds and reviews each resident’s care plan.

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Homes, features and common spaces

Floor plans include one-bedroom, two-bedroom and studio apartments, with private bathrooms. Amenities include ground-floor apartments, private patios, decks or balconies, full kitchens, bathtubs, wheelchair-accessible showers, kitchenettes and air conditioning. Shared spaces such as a meeting room, outdoor seating areas, an indoor atrium, a beauty salon, a central fireplace and a barber shop give residents room to relax and socialize.

Dining at Edencrest at The Tuscany

Daily meals are included as part of community life, with anytime dining, guest meals for visiting family, international cuisine, meals prepared by a professional chef, restaurant-style dining and room service. Dietary options include low-sodium, no-sugar and vegetarian meals. Residents can also dine at a bar or pub, a café or bistro and a private dining room for family occasions.

Everyday life at Edencrest at The Tuscany

Residents can stay active and social with Bible study group, BBQs or picnics, other religious services, educational speakers / life long learning, cooking club, sensory-based programs, trivia games, devotional activities offsite and intergenerational programs, among 40 listed activities. The community also arranges trips and outings. On-site recreation includes an arts and crafts center, a fitness center, a game room, a Jacuzzi, a piano or organ and raised garden beds. Practical services include a visiting beautician, help with grocery shopping and errands, housekeeping and laundry service.

Edencrest at The Tuscany is pet friendly, and cats and dogs are welcome. For getting around, the community offers complimentary transportation and transportation for an extra fee.

Senior living near Edencrest at The Tuscany in Altoona, IA

Edencrest at The Tuscany is located at 1600 8th St SE, Altoona, IA 50009. Before you decide, explore senior living across Iowa, including typical costs and what to look for.

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Helpful guides for families

Questions to ask when you visit Edencrest at The Tuscany

  • What is included in the monthly fee, and what costs extra?
  • How are care needs assessed, and how often is the care plan reviewed?
  • What dementia training do memory care staff receive, and how are secure areas managed?
  • What is the staff-to-resident ratio during the day and overnight?
  • Can we join for a meal or an activity during the visit?

Frequently asked questions about Edencrest at The Tuscany

What types of care does Edencrest at The Tuscany offer?
Edencrest at The Tuscany offers assisted living, independent living and memory care in Altoona, IA. Contact the community through this page to confirm current availability for each level of care.

What apartment types are available at Edencrest at The Tuscany?
Edencrest at The Tuscany offers one-bedroom, two-bedroom and studio apartments. Availability changes often, so request current floor plans and pricing through this page.

Does Edencrest at The Tuscany allow pets?
Yes. Edencrest at The Tuscany is listed as pet friendly, with cats and dogs welcome. Ask the community about size limits, fees and pet policies before moving in.

Does Edencrest at The Tuscany provide transportation?
Edencrest at The Tuscany offers complimentary transportation and transportation for an extra fee. Confirm schedules and any costs for appointments and outings with the community.

Where is Edencrest at The Tuscany located?
Edencrest at The Tuscany is at 1600 8th St SE, Altoona, IA 50009, in Altoona, Iowa.

How much does Edencrest at The Tuscany cost?
Pricing at Edencrest at The Tuscany depends on the apartment type and level of care needed. Use the contact form on this page to request current pricing and availability. It is free and there is no obligation.

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Healthcare

  • Diabetic Care
  • High Acuity Care
  • Incontinence Care
  • Medication Management
  • Memory Care
  • Non-Ambulatory Care
  • Staffing & Ancillary Services

Additional Information about Edencrest at The Tuscany

Rooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Studio

Amenities

  • Air Conditioned
  • Bath Tubs
  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Full kitchen
  • Ground Floor Units
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Kitchenette
  • Private patio, deck, or balcony
  • Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet

Dining Venues

  • Bar or Pub
  • Café or Bistro
  • Private Dining Room

Meals

  • Anytime Dining
  • Guest Meals
  • International Cuisine
  • Low / No Sodium
  • Meals Provided
  • No Sugar
  • Professional Chef
  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • Room Service
  • Vegetarian

Shared Spaces

  • Barber Shop
  • Beauty Salon
  • Central Fireplace
  • Computer or Media Center
  • Indoor Atrium
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Library
  • Meeting Room
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • Outside Patio
  • Private Bath
  • TV Lounge

Services

  • Beautician
  • Grocery Shopping and Errands
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning

Recreation

  • Arts and Crafts Center
  • Fitness Center
  • Game Room
  • Jacuzzi
  • Piano or Organ
  • Raised Garden Beds

Activities

  • Activities Off-site
  • Activities On-site
  • Art Classes
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Bible Study Group
  • Birthday Parties
  • Book Club
  • Bridge Club
  • Cards / Pinochle Club
  • Christian Services
  • Cooking Classes
  • Cooking Club
  • Current Events Club
  • Dances
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Devotional Activities Offsite
  • Devotional Activities On-Site
  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • Gardening Club
  • Happy Hour
  • Holiday Parties
  • Intergenerational Programs
  • Karaoke
  • Light Therapy Programs
  • Live Dance or Theater Performances
  • Live Musical Performances
  • Live Well Programs
  • Men's Club
  • Montessori Programs
  • Other Religious Services
  • Pet-focused Programs
  • Protestant Services
  • Quilting or Sewing Club
  • Sensory-based Programs
  • Stretching Classes
  • Tai Chi
  • Trivia Games
  • Visiting Chaplain or Priest
  • Walking Club
  • Wii Bowling
  • Wine Tasting
  • Yoga / Chair Yoga

Languages

  • English

Transportation

  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Transportation at Cost

Parking

  • Covered Parking
  • Resident Parking
  • Uncovered Parking

Pets

  • Cats
  • Dogs
  • Pet Friendly

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