Elite Lodge of Ashworth

Elite Lodge of Ashworth

Overview of Elite Lodge of Ashworth

Elite Lodge of Ashworth is an independent living community in West Des Moines, IA. Independent living here means private living with community services but no daily care, so it may suit a resident who manages personal care independently and wants access to shared activities. A one-bedroom layout can work well for someone living alone, while a two-bedroom layout can accommodate a couple moving together.

There is plenty to do on the property. Residents can swim in the indoor heated pool or exercise in the fitness center, and the libraries, bridge club, and book club offer spaces for reading, organized card games, and discussion activities. The landscaped grounds cover 11 acres, providing outdoor space on site, and pets are allowed. A Walk Score of 41 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride; a resident who no longer drives would need transportation for those trips.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #111 / 222Walk Score — State benchmarked This independent living community is ranked 111th out of 222 independent living communities 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 compare like with like: every independent living community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Independent living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
41 / 100

About This Community

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price
$1,500/Month

Safety & Compliance

Safety FeaturesState-of-the-art safety features available.

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

6 services
Catering for Private Events
24-Hour SecurityListed as: 24-hour front desk with security
MaintenanceListed as: Utilities included (water, electric, sewer, trash)
Utilities Included
Errands & ShoppingListed as: Weekly grocery outings
TransportationListed as: Transportation for medical and private appointments (fee)

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed
HousekeepingYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Patio
Salon
Parking
Library
Computers
Fitness Center
Wi-Fi
Courtyard
Garden
Game Room
Swimming Pool
Bay Windows
Spacious Bath with Safety Features
Direct Tv with 50 Channels
11-Acre Landscaped Campus
Full-Service Lounge
Private Dining Room
Emergency Call System
Activities
Bridge Club
Book Club
Water Exercise/Aquatics
Card Games
Biking On Trails
Golf
Evening Activities

Dining & Nutrition

InfoSourced directly from the team at Elite Lodge of Ashworth.

Buffet service.

  • Private dining room for family events.

Room Accommodations

Building TypeSingle-story
Room Types
1 Bedroom 1 Bedroom + Den 2 Bedroom
In-Room Features
Heating And Air Conditioning In Each Suite Substantial Closet Space Full Kitchen Washer And Dryer Hookups In Suite

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Address 3.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from West Des Moines's city center to Elite Lodge of Ashworth's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Independent Living around West 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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
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.
Cedar Ridge Village
IL
AL
NH
SNF
West Des Moines (Heritage Bend)
40
Facility 40
IA AVG 76
Rank #127 / 165
Yes
5
Facility 5
IA AVG 43
Rank #210 / 222
1 Bed / 2 Bed
5
Facility 5
IA AVG 15
Rank #94 / 131
95.0%
Facility 95.0%
IA AVG 63.2%
Rank #9 / 154
A+16
3
Facility 3
IA AVG 6
Rank #57 / 155
1
Facility 1
IA AVG 1
Rank #104 / 155
Edgewater, a WesleyLife Community for Healthy Living
IL
ADC
AL
MC
NH
SNF
West Des Moines
40
Facility 40
IA AVG 76
Rank #127 / 165
Yes
7
Facility 7
IA AVG 43
Rank #205 / 222
1 Bed / 2 Bed-
97.5%
Facility 97.5%
IA AVG 63.2%
Rank #8 / 154
-22
3
Facility 3
IA AVG 6
Rank #57 / 155
5
Facility 5
IA AVG 1
Rank #147 / 155
Elite Lodge of Ashworth
IL
West Des Moines (The Lodge Of Ashworth)-Yes
41
Facility 41
IA AVG 43
Rank #111 / 222
1 Bed / 2 Bed------
Woodlands Creek Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
Clive-Yes
19
Facility 19
IA AVG 43
Rank #180 / 222
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
23
Facility 23
IA AVG 15
Rank #31 / 131
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Fairmeadows Village
IL
West Des Moines-Yes
27
Facility 27
IA AVG 43
Rank #162 / 222
1 Bed / 2 Bed
32
Facility 32
IA AVG 15
Rank #9 / 131
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Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other IA independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Iowa

Elite Lodge of Ashworth is located in West Des Moines, 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 Elite Lodge of Ashworth

What neighborhood is Elite Lodge of Ashworth in?

Elite Lodge of Ashworth is in the The Lodge of Ashworth neighborhood of West Des Moines.

Is Elite Lodge of Ashworth in a walkable area?

Elite Lodge of Ashworth has a walk score of 41. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are pets allowed at Elite Lodge of Ashworth?

Yes, Elite Lodge of Ashworth allows residents to bring their pets.

How much does Elite Lodge of Ashworth cost per month?

Pricing at Elite Lodge of Ashworth starts at $400 per month, with rates varying by floorplan and additional care needs.

Are there photos of Elite Lodge of Ashworth?

Yes — there are 14 photos of Elite Lodge of Ashworth in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Elite Lodge of Ashworth provide?

Elite Lodge of Ashworth offers Independent Living.

What is the address of Elite Lodge of Ashworth?

Elite Lodge of Ashworth is located at 909 Ashworth Rd, West Des Moines, IA 50265.

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