Rose Of East Des Moines is a senior living community set along the banks of the Des Moines River at 1331 Idaho St, right in the heart of Des Moines, Iowa. The facility serves seniors aged 55 and older and offers several types of care including assisted living, memory care for those with Alzheimer's or dementia, independent living, skilled nursing care, home care, and even continuing care retirement services, which means people can age in place as their needs change, and it's all in one large three-story building with 128 beds. The apartments are private, available in studio, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom layouts, each with large windows letting in plenty of natural sunlight, neutral colors, air conditioning, ceiling fans, and spaces like walk-in closets, bathrooms with easy-access showers, and kitchens with dishwashers, disposal, and often an island or breakfast counter, so you can keep things organized and feel at home. There's laundry on every floor, and a walkway goes around the property, with pretty landscaped grounds, and both front and rear patios that have outdoor seating, fountains, a waterfall, and gardens, giving spots to sit outside and chat or watch the world go by.
The community focuses on providing care to moderate-to-low-income seniors and families, with management under Evergreen Real Estate Development Corporation, who specialize in affordable housing, and there's a dedicated admissions staff if you or your family want help figuring out what's best for your needs. Residents have access to assisted living services, meaning help is available for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and taking medication, but they can still keep their independence, and there's a team on-site 24/7 for emergencies, plus a 12-16 hour nursing service. For mental health, New Beginnings Counseling Service gives support, and there are healthcare options like an internal medicine clinic, along with a senior citizens' center or association, though not every service detail is spelled out.
Common spaces are designed for both comfort and activity-there's a big, bright dining room with meals focused on nutrition and social time, a library and reading area with a fireplace, a computer den, a sunroom with games, a game and card room with a beverage bar (think wood panel walls for a classic feel), and even a theater/chapel, plus craft rooms and a fitness area with everything from cycles to weights to a raised platform for group exercise, so there's always something happening, and residents like to organize their own social events. Outdoors, you've got patios, a wraparound veranda, and plenty of paths for walking. The grounds have trees, flowers, and places to relax. Inside, you'll find beauty and barber services, assisted bathing options like a whirlpool tub, and security features such as a 24-hour emergency call system so everyone's safe.
Rose Of East Des Moines is smack in a friendly neighborhood, surrounded by cafes, churches, restaurants, and parks, and it's close to the city's botanical gardens and has easy public transportation for seniors, so getting out and about is simple. The licensed facility has regular inspections to keep to state standards, and people rate the community at 9.1 out of 10, with comments about staff kindness and a culture where folks look after each other, share laughs, and stay active with plenty of different activities to fit all interests. All in all, Rose Of East Des Moines offers a wide range of senior care services in a welcoming, affordable, and well-kept environment right in the middle of Des Moines.
