Edencrest at The Legacy
Welcoming residents and guests in its scenic facade, Edencrest at the Legacy is a distinct senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care. A care team consisting of kind and well-trained professionals readily helps residents with their daily living activities and personal needs to ensure their comfort. Residents flourish and enjoy a fun-filled life with accessible amenities and compassionate care all around.
Mingle with friends and gain meaningful experiences with a full slate of exciting events and wellness programs, focusing on residents’ aspirations and strengths. Meals are important to keep residents healthy, hence, delicious home-cooked meals are served to foster familiarity and meet dietary needs. The community strives to create a haven for residents to make every moment of their best years memorable.
About this community
Occupancy
Edencrest at The Legacy is administrated by Anna Austin.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 2-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Edencrest at The Legacy
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, citation, 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.
Since 2018 vs. Iowa state average
Deficiencies
Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.
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Total deficiencies
| 3 | 27 | This facility has 89% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (3 vs. IA avg 27). Click this badge to view the full Iowa ranking.↓ 89% better |
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Deficiencies per year
| 0.4 | 3.4 | This facility has 88% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (0.4 vs. IA avg 3.4). Click this badge to view the full Iowa ranking.↓ 88% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 0.4 | 1.8 | This facility has 78% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (0.4 vs. IA avg 1.8). Click this badge to view the full Iowa ranking.↓ 78% better |
Inspections
State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.
| Metric | This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
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Total inspections
| 8 | 15 | This facility has 47% fewer total inspections than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (8 vs. IA avg 15). Click this badge to view the full Iowa ranking.↓ 47% better |
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Iowa
Edencrest at The Legacy is located in Norwalk, Iowa.
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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.
— 3.64 miles to nearest hospital (Hy-Vee Pharmacy)
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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 state health department records, Edencrest at The Legacy's license number is S0372.
When does Edencrest at The Legacy's license expire?
According to state health department records, Edencrest at The Legacy's license expires on April 30, 2026.
What is the occupancy rate at Edencrest at The Legacy?
Edencrest at The Legacy's occupancy is 35%.
What is the best email address for Edencrest at The Legacy?
The team at Edencrest at The Legacy can be reached at [email protected].
Who is the administrator of Edencrest at The Legacy?
Anna Austin is the administrator of Edencrest at The Legacy.
How many beds does Edencrest at The Legacy have?
Edencrest at The Legacy has 80 beds.
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