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

Located in a quiet residential area in Des Moines, IA, Luther Park Community is an excellent senior living community that offers a spectrum of care options, including independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and Alzheimer’s care. Luther Park Community aims to deliver its residents a service that will enhance their lifestyle while giving them the liberty to maintain a sense of individuality and freedom as they receive additional support. The community offers floor plans ranging from loft to two-bedroom apartments and quality health services, ensuring residents a better quality of life in a comfortable environment.

Luther Park Community believes every resident is entitled to feel safe and cared for while maintaining their independence for as long as possible. To achieve this, the community offers a full range of amenities and engaging recreational activities, including a hair salon, cozy outdoor living spaces, a library, an exercise room, nutritious meals, and transportation to outings. From the pleasant and welcoming environment to the compassionate interactions between residents and the community’s team, Luther Park Community provides seniors with a genuine feeling of community where they are prioritized and cared for.

(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

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12.2 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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4 facilities compared · CMS & IA Dept. of Health data


Cedar Ridge Village		NH AL IL	West Des Moines (Heritage Bend)	40 Facility 40 IA AVG 71 Rank #325 / 407	95.0% Facility 95.0% IA AVG 75.4% Rank #24 / 407	+26%	5.14 Facility 5.14 IA AVG 4.30 Rank #40 / 249				+11%	+20%	$0 Facility $0 IA AVG $53.4k Rank #1 / 255	20 Facility 20 IA AVG 21.7 Rank #149 / 250	5.0 Facility 5.0 IA AVG 4.1 Rank #174 / 250	-	39	A+	5 Facility 5 IA AVG 45 Rank #488 / 528	Central Iowa Hospital Corporation	$7.4M Facility $7.4M IA AVG $7.0M Rank #89 / 251	$3.9M Facility $3.9M IA AVG $3.1M Rank #102 / 251	53% Facility 53% IA AVG 46.3% Rank #164 / 251	165790
Edgewater, a WesleyLife Community for Healthy Living		NH ADC AL IL MC	West Des Moines	40 Facility 40 IA AVG 71 Rank #325 / 407	97.5% Facility 97.5% IA AVG 75.4% Rank #16 / 407	+29%	4.89 Facility 4.89 IA AVG 4.30 Rank #52 / 249				+14%	+14%	$0 Facility $0 IA AVG $53.4k Rank #1 / 255	7 Facility 7 IA AVG 21.7 Rank #38 / 250	1.8 Facility 1.8 IA AVG 4.1 Rank #20 / 250	-	39	-	7 Facility 7 IA AVG 45 Rank #482 / 528	Edgewater, A Wesley Active Life Community, LLC	$6.6M Facility $6.6M IA AVG $7.0M Rank #5 / 251	$8.4M Facility $8.4M IA AVG $3.1M Rank #14 / 251	127.5% Facility 127.5% IA AVG 46.3% Rank #246 / 251	165597
Arbor Springs-West Des Moines		NH MC RC	West Des Moines	56 Facility 56 IA AVG 71 Rank #234 / 407	94.6% Facility 94.6% IA AVG 75.4% Rank #29 / 407	+25%	7.26 Facility 7.26 IA AVG 4.30 Rank #1 / 249				-19%	+69%	$0 Facility $0 IA AVG $53.4k Rank #1 / 255	15 Facility 15 IA AVG 21.7 Rank #113 / 250	3.0 Facility 3.0 IA AVG 4.1 Rank #81 / 250	2	51	A+	30 Facility 30 IA AVG 45 Rank #368 / 528	Integro Healthcare Holdings LLC	$7.0M Facility $7.0M IA AVG $7.0M Rank #111 / 251	$4.6M Facility $4.6M IA AVG $3.1M Rank #91 / 251	65% Facility 65% IA AVG 46.3% Rank #69 / 251	165548
Pine Acres Rehabilitation & Care Center	-	NH AL	West Des Moines (Office Park Road)	140 Facility 140 IA AVG 71 Rank #23 / 407	57.9% Facility 57.9% IA AVG 75.4% Rank #243 / 407	-23%	3.34 Facility 3.34 IA AVG 4.30 Rank #234 / 249	-	-	-	+9%	-22%	$353.1k Facility $353.1k IA AVG $53.4k Rank #255 / 255	100 Facility 100 IA AVG 21.7 Rank #250 / 250	8.3 Facility 8.3 IA AVG 4.1 Rank #236 / 250	11	85	-	25 Facility 25 IA AVG 45 Rank #398 / 528	Leibel Gutman	$9.5M Facility $9.5M IA AVG $7.0M Rank #56 / 251	$6.1M Facility $6.1M IA AVG $3.1M Rank #40 / 251	63.6% Facility 63.6% IA AVG 46.3% Rank #106 / 251	165350

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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