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Grand Living At Tower Place
Grand Living at Tower Place is an assisted living community in West Des Moines, Iowa, in an average walkable neighborhood where some daily errands can be finished on foot. Operating for five years, it’s housed in a mid-rise building. It offers an array of housing configurations: studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units to cater to different preferences and care needs. The 76-bed facility currently maintains a 47 percent occupancy rate, with 36 residents in place. This lower occupancy may give new families a chance to tour the home and experience the setting with more availability and attention to queries.
The Iowa authorities’ regulatory inspections have identified areas for improvement across policies and procedures, including medication management, emergency response protocols, background verification processes, and activity programming. These are operational areas that families must discuss directly with management during a tour to know how it’s addressing and fortifying such practices.
An in-person visit by prospective residents and their families would be valuable to learn about the specific services, care offerings, amenities, dining, and daily activities offered at Grand Living at Tower Place, plus to better understand its approach to resident support and engagement.
Community insights.
About this community
Grand Living At Tower Place is administered by Angela Boyd.
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.
• State violations (14% above) 2 Better Metrics better than Iowa average:
• Violations (70% below)
• Violations per inspection (38% below)
Violations
| This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Violations
| 8 | 27 | This facility has 70% fewer violations than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (8 vs. IA avg 27).↓ 70% better |
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State violations
| 8 | 7 | This facility has 14% more state violations than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (8 vs. IA avg 7).↑ 14% worse |
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Violations per inspection
| 1.1 | 1.76 | This facility has 38% fewer violations per inspection than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (1.1 vs. IA avg 1.76).↓ 38% 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?
Minimum Age: 55 Years Old
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 bed / 2 bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
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0.9 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from West Des Moines's city center to Grand Living At Tower Place'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 |
| 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 |
| Grand Living At Tower Place | AL IL MC | West Des Moines | 76
Facility
76
IA AVG
72
Rank
#125 / 403 | Yes |
63
Facility
63
IA AVG
47
Rank
#134 / 504 | Studio / 1 bed / 2 bed | 5
Facility
5
IA AVG
19
Rank
#233 / 286 |
47.4%
Facility
47.4%
IA AVG
67%
Rank
#279 / 362 | - | 7 | 3
Facility
3
IA AVG
7
Rank
#93 / 299 | 1
Facility
1
IA AVG
0.9
Rank
#205 / 299 |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Iowa
Grand Living At Tower Place is located in West Des Moines, Iowa.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Grand Living At Tower Place
Is Grand Living At Tower Place in a walkable area?
Grand Living At Tower Place has a walk score of 63. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
What is the license number of Grand Living At Tower Place?
According to IA state health department records, Grand Living At Tower Place's license number is S0443.
When does Grand Living At Tower Place's license expire?
According to IA state health department records, Grand Living At Tower Place's license expires on April 2, 2027.
What is the occupancy rate at Grand Living At Tower Place?
Grand Living At Tower Place's occupancy is 47%.
How long has Grand Living At Tower Place been in business?
Grand Living At Tower Place has been operating for approximately 5 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Grand Living At Tower Place?
Yes, Grand Living At Tower Place allows residents to bring their pets.
What is the best email address for Grand Living At Tower Place?
The team at Grand Living At Tower Place can be reached at aboyd@grandliving.com.
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