Luther Park Community

Q: What neighborhood is Luther Park Community in?

Luther Park Community is in the Union Park neighborhood.

Q: Is Luther Park Community in a walkable area?

Luther Park Community has a walk score of 45. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Q: Are there photos of Luther Park Community?

Yes — there are 5 photos of Luther Park Community in the photo gallery on this page.

Q: What is the address of Luther Park Community?

Luther Park Community is located at 1555 Hull Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316.

Q: What is the phone number of Luther Park Community?

(515) 262-5639 will put you in contact with the team at Luther Park Community.

Q: Is Luther Park Community Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Luther Park Community is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

Overview of Luther Park Community

Luther Park Community is a senior living community in Des Moines. It serves occupants across a full spectrum of care needs, from independent living to skilled nursing and Alzheimer’s care. Set in a quiet residential neighborhood about 2.4 miles from downtown, the three-story community offers floor plans ranging from studios to two-bedroom apartments. Unit sizes span 517 to 1,050 square feet, so residents can find a layout that fits their space needs.

The home highlights care and independence. Daily life includes a hair salon, outdoor living spaces, an exercise room, and a library, with nutritious meals and transportation to outings integrated into the schedule. Pets are allowed, which matters to many occupants wanting their animal companions around. Central to the daily experience are fitness and recreational activities, alongside the attentive support each resident receives following their care level. The facility’s location scores 45 on the walkability scale, meaning some walkable nearby services, and most errands and appointments require a drive. For visiting families and friends, the residential setting offers a quieter pace than busier commercial areas, with easy access to local parks, shopping, dining, and hospitals nearby.

When considering the facility, families may want to tour the floor plans, observe daily activities and meal service, and discuss the care tier and housing option that best match their family member’s needs and preferences.

Facility Direct Line (515) 262-5639

Walk Score: 45 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Room Sizes: 517 / 622 / 751 / 879 / 1,050 sq. ft

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: 3-story

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Luther Park Community

2.4 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Des Moines's city center to Luther Park Community's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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CMS & IA Dept. of Health data


Cedar Ridge Village	NH AL IL SNF	West Des Moines (Heritage Bend)	40 Facility 40 IA AVG 71 Rank #324 / 406	95.0% Facility 95.0% IA AVG 64.7 Rank #17 / 379	+47%	5.14 Facility 5.14 IA AVG 4.30 Rank #39 / 245	+11%	+20%	$0 Facility $0 IA AVG $53.4k Rank #1 / 251	20 Facility 20 IA AVG 21.7 Rank #144 / 244	5.0 Facility 5.0 IA AVG 4.1 Rank #169 / 244	-	38	A+	5 Facility 5 IA AVG 45 Rank #488 / 528	Central Iowa Hospital Corporation	$7.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023 Facility $7.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023 IA AVG $7.0M Rank #90 / 246	$3.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023 Facility $3.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023 IA AVG $3.1M Rank #102 / 246	53%Fiscal year ending 12/2023 Facility 53%Fiscal year ending 12/2023 IA AVG 46.3% Rank #164 / 246	165790
Edgewater, a WesleyLife Community for Healthy Living	NH ADC AL IL MC SNF	West Des Moines	40 Facility 40 IA AVG 71 Rank #324 / 406	97.5% Facility 97.5% IA AVG 64.7 Rank #8 / 379	+51%	4.89 Facility 4.89 IA AVG 4.30 Rank #51 / 245	+14%	+14%	$0 Facility $0 IA AVG $53.4k Rank #1 / 251	7 Facility 7 IA AVG 21.7 Rank #36 / 244	1.8 Facility 1.8 IA AVG 4.1 Rank #19 / 244	-	39	-	7 Facility 7 IA AVG 45 Rank #482 / 528	Edgewater, A Wesley Active Life Community, LLC	$6.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023 Facility $6.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023 IA AVG $7.0M Rank #5 / 246	$8.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023 Facility $8.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023 IA AVG $3.1M Rank #14 / 246	127.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023 Facility 127.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023 IA AVG 46.3% Rank #241 / 246	165597
Arbor Springs-West Des Moines	NH MC RC SNF	West Des Moines	56 Facility 56 IA AVG 71 Rank #233 / 406	94.6% Facility 94.6% IA AVG 64.7 Rank #22 / 379	+46%	7.26 Facility 7.26 IA AVG 4.30 Rank #1 / 245	-19%	+69%	$0 Facility $0 IA AVG $53.4k Rank #1 / 251	15 Facility 15 IA AVG 21.7 Rank #109 / 244	3.0 Facility 3.0 IA AVG 4.1 Rank #78 / 244	2	53	A+	30 Facility 30 IA AVG 45 Rank #368 / 528	Integro Healthcare Holdings LLC	$7.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023 Facility $7.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023 IA AVG $7.0M Rank #110 / 246	$4.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023 Facility $4.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023 IA AVG $3.1M Rank #91 / 246	65%Fiscal year ending 12/2023 Facility 65%Fiscal year ending 12/2023 IA AVG 46.3% Rank #68 / 246	165548
Harmony West Des Moines	NH AL HOS PC RESC RC SNF	West Des Moines	55 Facility 55 IA AVG 71 Rank #239 / 406	95.6% Facility 95.6% IA AVG 64.7 Rank #13 / 379	+48%	3.73 Facility 3.73 IA AVG 4.30 Rank #191 / 245	+53%	-13%	$8.2k Facility $8.2k IA AVG $53.4k Rank #158 / 251	31 Facility 31 IA AVG 21.7 Rank #185 / 244	6.2 Facility 6.2 IA AVG 4.1 Rank #208 / 244	1	53	-	9 Facility 9 IA AVG 45 Rank #470 / 528	-	$4.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023 Facility $4.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023 IA AVG $7.0M Rank #169 / 246	$2.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023 Facility $2.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023 IA AVG $3.1M Rank #191 / 246	56%Fiscal year ending 12/2023 Facility 56%Fiscal year ending 12/2023 IA AVG 46.3% Rank #189 / 246	165450

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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).

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.

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).

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).

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

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

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.

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

What neighborhood is Luther Park Community in?

Luther Park Community is in the Union Park neighborhood.

Is Luther Park Community in a walkable area?

Luther Park Community has a walk score of 45. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are there photos of Luther Park Community?

Yes — there are 5 photos of Luther Park Community in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Luther Park Community?

Luther Park Community is located at 1555 Hull Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316.

What is the phone number of Luther Park Community?

(515) 262-5639 will put you in contact with the team at Luther Park Community.

Is Luther Park Community Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Luther Park Community is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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Overview of Luther Park Community