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Edencrest at The Tuscany
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Altoona, IA
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Edencrest at The Tuscany

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Altoona, IA
1600 8Th St Se, Altoona, IA 50009 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Edencrest at the Tuscany

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Have a peaceful retirement with Edencrest at the Tuscany, an outstanding senior living community in Altoona, IA, that offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. With its commitment to enhancing residents’ quality of life, a reliable and highly skilled team cares for their personal needs and other responsibilities 24/7. A resident-centered approach is also utilized for residents to live their lives to the fullest.

Fostering a nurturing and inviting environment, enriching social programs, and fun activities are orchestrated for residents’ happiness and wellness. Here, delectable and nutritious meals are served to meet dietary needs and tastes. Filled with beautiful scenery and tranquil walking trails, residents live a serene lifestyle while receiving the utmost care they deserve.

Facility Direct Line (515) 412-5115
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By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 40 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.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info An established community with some operational experience and growing routines. Rank #233 / 286Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 233rd 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.
5 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #442 / 504Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 442nd 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.
14 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy between 85% and 95% suggests balanced demand. Rank #35 / 362Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 35th out of 362 homes we track in Iowa for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Iowa average, with its Statewide rank out of 362. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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.
93% This home usually has limited availability
Higher than the Iowa average: 75.4%
Occupied beds
37 / 40

About this community

License Details

StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 7, 2025
ExpirationJanuary 7, 2027
CountyPolk
License NumberS0450
Year Opened06/01/2021

Ownership & Operating Entity

Edencrest at The Tuscany is administered by Nancy Hamilton.

Safety & Compliance

Safety FeaturesWalk-in showers with grab bars.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Email nancy.hamilton@storypoint.com
Fax5156309586

Additional Policies & Features

HousekeepingYes
Utilities IncludedYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Wi-Fi
Cable Tv
Housekeeping
Laundry
Emergency Call System
Recreation Area
Fitness Center
Courtyard
Walking Paths
Garden
Salon
Pet Friendly
Home Cooked Meals Served Daily
Specific ProgramsIndividualized Service Plans, Senior Wellness Programs, Fitness Classes

Pricing & Financial Information

IL$3,900 per month
AL$4,750 per month
MC$6,700 per month

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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 Info 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 1 Worse Metrics worse than Iowa average:
• State violations (57% above) 2 Better Metrics better than Iowa average:
• Violations (59% below)
• Violations per inspection (9% below)

Violations Info Violations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityIA Averagevs. IA Avg
Violations Info 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. 1127 This facility has 59% fewer violations than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (11 vs. IA avg 27).↓ 59% better
State violations Info Part of the Violations total above — the share cited under Iowa state licensing requirements. Federal + state add up to the total. 117 This facility has 57% more state violations than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (11 vs. IA avg 7).↑ 57% worse
Violations per inspection Info Average violations per inspection. 1.61.76 This facility has 9% fewer violations per inspection than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (1.6 vs. IA avg 1.76).↓ 9% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityIA Averagevs. IA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 713 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
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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Exercise Programs

Managed by Madison Zierath

Interim Executive Director

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Edencrest at The Tuscany

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Address 1.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Altoona's city center to Edencrest at The Tuscany's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Des Moines

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.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
Count of incident-based investigations (e.g. reported events) in the regulatory record for the reporting period.
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
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
Edencrest at The Tuscany
AL
IL
MC
RC
Altoona
40
Facility 40
IA AVG 72
Rank #323 / 403
Yes
14
Facility 14
IA AVG 47
Rank #442 / 504
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
5
Facility 5
IA AVG 19
Rank #233 / 286
92.5%
Facility 92.5%
IA AVG 67%
Rank #35 / 362
-7
4
Facility 4
IA AVG 7
Rank #125 / 299
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 299
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Iowa

Edencrest at The Tuscany is located in Altoona, Iowa.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Iowa.

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Elderly Waiver

Iowa Medicaid Elderly Waiver

Age 65+
General Iowa resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
IA

Rural focus; waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home care (5-7 hours/day) Meals ($6/meal) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($60/day)

Iowa Family Caregiver Support

IA NFCSP

Age Caregiver of someone 60+
General Iowa resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
IA

Limited slots; rural emphasis.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$60/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Iowa Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Iowa resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
IA

Three tiers; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Iowa PACE

Age 55+
General Iowa resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, Medicaid-eligible
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
IA

Limited to western Iowa (e.g., Council Bluffs); expanding slowly.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy Respite

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Iowa VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Iowa resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
IA

High veteran demand in rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Able Up Iowa

Able Up Iowa

Age 65+ or disabled
General Iowa resident, ability to repay loan, need for assistive tech or mods.
Income Limits (2025) No strict limit; must demonstrate repayment capacity.
Asset Limits Not specified; credit-based.
IA

Loans up to $25,000; statewide via Easterseals partnership.

Benefits
Loans for wheelchairs Ramps Walk-in tubs (~$500-$10,000 avg.) Reducing reliance on paid care

Frequently Asked Questions about Edencrest at The Tuscany

Is Edencrest at The Tuscany in a walkable area?

Edencrest at The Tuscany has a walk score of 14. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Edencrest at The Tuscany?

According to IA state health department records, Edencrest at The Tuscany's license number is S0450.

When does Edencrest at The Tuscany's license expire?

According to IA state health department records, Edencrest at The Tuscany's license expires on January 7, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at Edencrest at The Tuscany?

Edencrest at The Tuscany's occupancy is 93%.

How long has Edencrest at The Tuscany been in business?

Edencrest at The Tuscany has been operating for approximately 5 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Does Edencrest at The Tuscany have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Edencrest at The Tuscany on this page.

Are pets allowed at Edencrest at The Tuscany?

Yes, Edencrest at The Tuscany allows residents to bring their pets.

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