Edencrest at Kettlestone
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Waukee, IA
Edencrest at Kettlestone
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Waukee, IA
Overview of Edencrest at Kettlestone
Enjoy care and support like no other with the distinguished senior living community of Edencrest at Kettlestone in Waukee, Iowa, offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Residents can rest assured of living their lives to the fullest with a care team caring for their needs and aspirations 24/7. Housekeeping and laundry are also handled by the community to provide residents more time to do the things they love.
A meticulously curated calendar of events and programs is orchestrated to encourage residents to live an active and well-connected lifestyle. Here, residents have delightful dining experiences with healthy and delicious meals catering to their dietary needs and tastes. Surrounded by scenic trails and a quiet neighborhood, the community creates an ideal setting for a wondrous retirement.
Capacity and availability
Residents per day
6
40-bed community Rank #323 / 403Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 323rd out of 403 homes we track in Iowa for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Iowa facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
2 years in operation Rank #259 / 286Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 259th out of 286 homes we track in Iowa for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Iowa facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score: 5 / 100 Rank #486 / 504Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 486th out of 504 homes we track in Iowa for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Iowa facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
IssuanceJanuary 6, 2024
CountyDallas
License NumberS0485
Year Opened06/01/2024
Edencrest at Kettlestone is administered by Miah Baum.
Emergency SystemsPersonal emergency call system.
Safety FeaturesWalk-in showers with grab bars.
Respite Care
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing
Fax5159812311
HousekeepingYes
Utilities IncludedYes
IL$3,900 per month
AL$4,700 per month
MC$5,600 per month
Inspection History
In Iowa, the Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing conducts unannounced health and safety surveys to monitor compliance and protect residents in long-term care settings.
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, violation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Iowa state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Overall vs. IA average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
3 Better
Metrics better than Iowa average:
• Violations (96% below)
• State violations (86% below)
• Violations per inspection (86% below)
• Violations (96% below)
• State violations (86% below)
• Violations per inspection (86% below)
Violations
| This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
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Violations
Total violations cited across all inspections on record. Iowa reports these as a federal and a state component, shown below; the two add up to this total.
| 1 | 27 | This facility has 96% fewer violations than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (1 vs. IA avg 27).↓ 96% better |
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State violations
Part of the Violations total above — the share cited under Iowa state licensing requirements. Federal + state add up to the total.
| 1 | 7 | This facility has 86% fewer state violations than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (1 vs. IA avg 7).↓ 86% better |
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Violations per inspection
Average violations per inspection.
| 0.3 | 2.1 | This facility has 86% fewer violations per inspection than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (0.3 vs. IA avg 2.1).↓ 86% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 4 | 13 | This facility has had 69% fewer total inspections than the Iowa average (4 vs. IA avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 69% fewer |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 2-story
Beauty Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Edencrest at Kettlestone
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2.8 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Waukee's city center to Edencrest at Kettlestone's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Info below is compiled from the IA Dept. of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing (DIAL), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
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Count of incident-based investigations (e.g. reported events) in the regulatory record for the reporting period.
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| The Bridges at Ankeny | AL NH | Ankeny (Centennial Pointe West) | 100
Facility
100
IA AVG
72
Rank
#68 / 403 | No |
5
Facility
5
IA AVG
47
Rank
#486 / 504 | - | 9
Facility
9
IA AVG
19
Rank
#192 / 286 |
84.0%
Facility
84.0%
IA AVG
67%
Rank
#98 / 362 | - | 26 | 10
Facility
10
IA AVG
7
Rank
#237 / 299 | 1
Facility
1
IA AVG
0.9
Rank
#205 / 299 |
| Suites of Ankeny | AL IL | Ankeny | 68
Facility
68
IA AVG
72
Rank
#170 / 403 | Yes |
52
Facility
52
IA AVG
47
Rank
#202 / 504 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 10
Facility
10
IA AVG
19
Rank
#187 / 286 |
47.1%
Facility
47.1%
IA AVG
67%
Rank
#282 / 362 | - | 5 | 1
Facility
1
IA AVG
7
Rank
#36 / 299 | 1
Facility
1
IA AVG
0.9
Rank
#205 / 299 |
| Mill Pond | AL IL MC NH SNF | Ankeny | 60
Facility
60
IA AVG
72
Rank
#213 / 403 | Yes |
16
Facility
16
IA AVG
47
Rank
#437 / 504 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 23
Facility
23
IA AVG
19
Rank
#106 / 286 |
98.3%
Facility
98.3%
IA AVG
67%
Rank
#6 / 362 | - | 18 | 5
Facility
5
IA AVG
7
Rank
#150 / 299 | 1
Facility
1
IA AVG
0.9
Rank
#205 / 299 |
| Edencrest at Kettlestone | AL IL MC | Waukee (Boone Township) | 40
Facility
40
IA AVG
72
Rank
#323 / 403 | Yes |
5
Facility
5
IA AVG
47
Rank
#486 / 504 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 2
Facility
2
IA AVG
19
Rank
#259 / 286 | - | - | 4 | 1
Facility
1
IA AVG
7
Rank
#36 / 299 | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.9
Rank
#1 / 299 |
| Independence Village of Ankeny | AL MC | Ankeny (Prairie Trail) | 20
Facility
20
IA AVG
72
Rank
#399 / 403 | Yes |
25
Facility
25
IA AVG
47
Rank
#397 / 504 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 14
Facility
14
IA AVG
19
Rank
#169 / 286 |
70.0%
Facility
70.0%
IA AVG
67%
Rank
#189 / 362 | A+ | 8 | 9
Facility
9
IA AVG
7
Rank
#225 / 299 | 2
Facility
2
IA AVG
0.9
Rank
#236 / 299 |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Iowa
Edencrest at Kettlestone is located in Waukee, Iowa.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Iowa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Edencrest at Kettlestone
What neighborhood is Edencrest at Kettlestone in?
Edencrest at Kettlestone is in the Boone Township neighborhood of Waukee.
Is Edencrest at Kettlestone in a walkable area?
Edencrest at Kettlestone has a walk score of 5. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the license number of Edencrest at Kettlestone?
According to IA state health department records, Edencrest at Kettlestone's license number is S0485.
How long has Edencrest at Kettlestone been in business?
Edencrest at Kettlestone has been operating for approximately 2 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Edencrest at Kettlestone?
Yes, Edencrest at Kettlestone allows residents to bring their pets.
What is the best email address for Edencrest at Kettlestone?
The team at Edencrest at Kettlestone can be reached at miah.baum@edencrestliving.com.
Who is the administrator of Edencrest at Kettlestone?
Miah Baum is the administrator of Edencrest at Kettlestone.
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