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Edencrest at The Legacy
Edencrest at the Legacy sits in Norwalk, Iowa, offering a full care continuum under one roof. It provides assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care, giving families flexibility if a loved one’s needs shift over time. Administrator Anna Austin leads the operation, which opened in 2018. The two-story building holds 80 beds with housing in studio, one-, and two-bedroom layouts. With 28 beds occupied, current occupancy is at 35 percent.
While the neighborhood isn’t especially walkable, with a Walk Score of 29, the home operates an on-site transportation service so occupants don’t need to rely on family or personal vehicles for appointments and outings. Fitness and recreation are offered in-house, and the facility welcomes pets, so residents can bring along a beloved dog or cat. That matters more than it might seem if a pet is part of someone’s daily life and comfort. Built for continuity is Edencrest at the Legacy. An occupant can move in needing minimal support for daily activities and stay through a transition to memory care without changing addresses. Between on-site transportation and organized recreation, the community fills gaps that a car-dependent neighborhood would otherwise create.
The breadth of care levels in one location simplifies future planning, noteworthy for families exploring choices in central Iowa.
Community insights.
About this community
Edencrest at The Legacy is administered by Anna Austin.
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.
• Violations (89% below)
• State violations (57% below)
• Violations per inspection (77% below)
Violations
| This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
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Violations
| 3 | 27 | This facility has 89% fewer violations than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (3 vs. IA avg 27).↓ 89% better |
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State violations
| 3 | 7 | This facility has 57% fewer state violations than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (3 vs. IA avg 7).↓ 57% better |
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Violations per inspection
| 0.4 | 1.76 | This facility has 77% fewer violations per inspection than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (0.4 vs. IA avg 1.76).↓ 77% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
| 7 | 13 | This facility has had 46% fewer total inspections than the Iowa average (7 vs. IA avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 46% fewer |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 2-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Edencrest at The Legacy
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1.8 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Norwalk's city center to Edencrest at The Legacy'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.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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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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| Edencrest at Beaverdale | AL IL MC RC | Des Moines (Beaverdale) | 160
Facility
160
IA AVG
72
Rank
#16 / 403 | Yes |
76
Facility
76
IA AVG
47
Rank
#70 / 504 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 8
Facility
8
IA AVG
19
Rank
#200 / 286 |
39.4%
Facility
39.4%
IA AVG
67%
Rank
#327 / 362 | A+ | 13 | 10
Facility
10
IA AVG
7
Rank
#237 / 299 | 1
Facility
1
IA AVG
0.9
Rank
#205 / 299 |
| Holland Farms | AL IL MC RC | Norwalk | 116
Facility
116
IA AVG
72
Rank
#45 / 403 | Yes |
38
Facility
38
IA AVG
47
Rank
#304 / 504 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms | 5
Facility
5
IA AVG
19
Rank
#233 / 286 |
38.8%
Facility
38.8%
IA AVG
67%
Rank
#331 / 362 | - | 8 | 3
Facility
3
IA AVG
7
Rank
#93 / 299 | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.9
Rank
#1 / 299 |
| MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Jordan Creek | AL MC RC | West Des Moines | 93
Facility
93
IA AVG
72
Rank
#79 / 403 | Yes |
58
Facility
58
IA AVG
47
Rank
#168 / 504 | Studio / 1 bed / 2 bed | 7
Facility
7
IA AVG
19
Rank
#211 / 286 |
58.1%
Facility
58.1%
IA AVG
67%
Rank
#220 / 362 | - | 7 | 6
Facility
6
IA AVG
7
Rank
#175 / 299 | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.9
Rank
#1 / 299 |
| Edencrest at The Legacy | AL IL MC RC | Norwalk | 80
Facility
80
IA AVG
72
Rank
#105 / 403 | Yes |
29
Facility
29
IA AVG
47
Rank
#371 / 504 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 8
Facility
8
IA AVG
19
Rank
#200 / 286 |
35.0%
Facility
35.0%
IA AVG
67%
Rank
#341 / 362 | - | 7 | 5
Facility
5
IA AVG
7
Rank
#150 / 299 | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.9
Rank
#1 / 299 |
| Valley View Village | AL HOS IL MC NH RC SNF | Des Moines (Fairmont Park) | 79
Facility
79
IA AVG
72
Rank
#117 / 403 | Yes |
38
Facility
38
IA AVG
47
Rank
#304 / 504 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 54
Facility
54
IA AVG
19
Rank
#3 / 286 |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
IA AVG
67%
Rank
#1 / 362 | - | 27 | 7
Facility
7
IA AVG
7
Rank
#191 / 299 | 2
Facility
2
IA AVG
0.9
Rank
#236 / 299 |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Iowa
Edencrest at The Legacy is located in Norwalk, Iowa.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Edencrest at The Legacy
Is Edencrest at The Legacy in a walkable area?
Edencrest at The Legacy has a walk score of 29. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of Edencrest at The Legacy?
According to IA state health department records, Edencrest at The Legacy's license number is S0372.
What is the occupancy rate at Edencrest at The Legacy?
Edencrest at The Legacy's occupancy is 35%.
How long has Edencrest at The Legacy been in business?
Edencrest at The Legacy has been operating for approximately 8 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Edencrest at The Legacy?
Yes, Edencrest at The Legacy allows residents to bring their pets.
What is the best email address for Edencrest at The Legacy?
The team at Edencrest at The Legacy can be reached at Anna.Austin@edencrestliving.com.
Who is the administrator of Edencrest at The Legacy?
Anna Austin is the administrator of Edencrest at The Legacy.
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