About Edencrest at Timberline

Welcome to Edencrest at Urbandale, our seventh location serving the Des Moines metropolitan area. Conveniently located just half a mile west of Des Moines Christian School, this small-to-medium-sized community provides a warm, welcoming environment designed to meet the diverse needs of seniors at every stage of life. Edencrest at Urbandale offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite Care, and end-of-life care, ensuring residents can age in place comfortably while receiving the support and services they need.

Our community prides itself on personalized care delivered with compassion and professionalism. Residents can enjoy daily activities, social opportunities, and engaging programs that promote physical, emotional, and cognitive wellness. Whether it’s fitness classes, arts and crafts, group outings, or quiet moments in our cozy common areas, there are countless ways to stay active, connected, and fulfilled.

Edencrest has earned recognition as the "Best Senior Living Community" in central Iowa by Cityview Magazine for six consecutive years, a testament to our commitment to excellence in care, hospitality, and resident satisfaction. Our team is dedicated to creating a home-like atmosphere where every resident feels valued, supported, and inspired to live life to the fullest.

For more details, Edencrest at Urbandale offers a continuum of care and a range of thoughtfully designed amenities that make daily living both convenient and enjoyable. From well-appointed apartments to compassionate caregiving, residents can experience a vibrant and secure lifestyle tailored to their individual needs.

Care and support at Edencrest at Timberline

Families considering Edencrest at Timberline can choose from:

  • 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.

Health and wellness support listed for this community includes diabetic care, support for higher care needs, incontinence care, medication management and care for residents who are non-ambulatory. It is worth asking how care plans are reviewed and how often they are updated.

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Homes, features and common spaces

Floor plans include one-bedroom, two-bedroom and studio apartments, as well as semi-private rooms, with private bathrooms. Apartments and the building offer private patios, decks or balconies, kitchenettes, full kitchens, air conditioning, bathtubs, accessible design and Wi-Fi and high-speed internet. Shared spaces such as a barber shop, a butterfly or hummingbird garden, a central fireplace, a library, a meeting room and outdoor seating areas give residents room to relax and socialize.

Dining at Edencrest at Timberline

Meals are provided for residents, with anytime dining, guest meals for visiting family, international cuisine, meals prepared by a professional chef, restaurant-style dining and room service. Special diets are catered for, including gluten-free, kosher, low-sodium, no-sugar, pureed and vegetarian meals. Other dining spaces include a bar or pub, a café or bistro and a private dining room for family occasions.

Lifestyle and activities

Activities include light therapy programs, karaoke, reminiscence programs, Bible study group, stretching classes, intergenerational programs, community service organizations, wine tasting and trivia games, among 37 listed activities. Off-site outings are organized too. Facilities for recreation include an arts and crafts center, a fitness center, a game room, a Jacuzzi and raised garden beds. Services such as a visiting beautician, help with grocery shopping and errands, housekeeping and laundry service are available.

Edencrest at Timberline is pet friendly, and cats and dogs are welcome. For getting around, the community offers complimentary transportation, easy access to public transit and transportation for an extra fee.

Senior living near Edencrest at Timberline in Urbandale, IA

Edencrest at Timberline is located at 14001 Douglas Parkway, Urbandale, IA 50323. Before you decide, explore senior living across Iowa, where you can compare communities statewide.

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Helpful guides for families

Questions to ask when you visit Edencrest at Timberline

  • 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 Timberline

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

What apartment types are available at Edencrest at Timberline?
Edencrest at Timberline offers one-bedroom, two-bedroom and studio apartments, as well as semi-private rooms. Availability changes often, so request current floor plans and pricing through this page.

Does Edencrest at Timberline allow pets?
Yes. Edencrest at Timberline 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 Timberline provide transportation?
Edencrest at Timberline offers complimentary transportation, easy access to public transit and transportation for an extra fee. Confirm schedules and any costs for appointments and outings with the community.

Where is Edencrest at Timberline located?
Edencrest at Timberline is at 14001 Douglas Parkway, Urbandale, IA 50323, in Urbandale, Iowa.

How much does Edencrest at Timberline cost?
Pricing at Edencrest at Timberline 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.

To ask about pricing, availability or a tour of Edencrest at Timberline, use the contact form on this page. SeniorCare.Services is free for families, with no obligation.


Healthcare

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

Additional Information about Edencrest at Timberline

Rooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Semi-Private
  • Studio

Amenities

  • Air Conditioned
  • Bath Tubs
  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Full kitchen
  • Garden View
  • 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
  • Gluten-free
  • Guest Meals
  • International Cuisine
  • Kosher
  • Low / No Sodium
  • Meals Provided
  • No Sugar
  • Professional Chef
  • Pureed Meals
  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • Room Service
  • Vegetarian

Shared Spaces

  • Barber Shop
  • Beauty Salon
  • Butterfly garden / Hummingbird garden
  • Central Fireplace
  • Computer or Media Center
  • Indoor Atrium
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Library
  • Main Street Shops
  • 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
  • Raised Garden Beds

Activities

  • Activities Off-site
  • Activities On-site
  • Art Classes
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Bible Study Group
  • Birthday Parties
  • Book Club
  • Brain fitness / Dakim
  • Bridge Club
  • Cards / Pinochle Club
  • Catholic Services
  • Christian Services
  • Community Service Organizations
  • Community Service Programs
  • Cooking Classes
  • Dances
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • Forever Fit
  • 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
  • Pet-focused Programs
  • Reminiscence Programs
  • Sensory-based Programs
  • Stretching Classes
  • Trivia Games
  • Walking Club
  • Wii Bowling
  • Wine Tasting
  • Yoga / Chair Yoga

Languages

  • English

Transportation

  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Property Convenient to Public Transit
  • Transportation at Cost

Parking

  • Covered Parking
  • Resident Parking
  • Uncovered Parking

Pets

  • Cats
  • Dogs
  • Pet Friendly

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