A WesleyLife Community for Healthy Living

Edgewater represents the pinnacle of continuing care retirement living in the Des Moines metro. Set on 50 stunning acres in West Des Moines, this award-winning WesleyLife community seamlessly blends the luxuries of modern resort living with the timelessness of Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired prairie design. The campus features lush natural areas, manicured gardens, and lively water features with tumbling waterfalls and natural ponds.

Located at 9225 Cascade Avenue, just a mile west of Jordan Creek Town Center, Edgewater offers the perfect balance of country serenity and city convenience. Whether you're seeking independent living in a villa or apartment, assisted living support, memory care, long-term care, or short-term rehabilitation, Edgewater provides the full continuum of care so you can age in place with confidence.

The WesleyLife Promise

Edgewater makes a promise to residents: if you deplete your financial resources through no fault of your own, you will never be asked to leave your home or experience a reduction in the degree of care you receive. This commitment provides invaluable peace of mind for residents and their families.

Levels of Care

Independent Living

Villas and apartments with maintenance-free living and resort amenities

Assisted Living

Brookside apartments with personalized daily support

Memory Support

Beacon Springs specialized care for memory conditions

Long-Term Care

The Cottages family-style skilled nursing households

Rehabilitation

Short-term rehab at the health center after hospitalization

World-Class Dining Experience

Edgewater has elevated dining to an art form with multiple venue options available 24 hours a day:

  • The Terrace — Formal restaurant dining with five-star cuisine and elegant atmosphere
  • StoneyBrook Bistro & Market — Casual fare with brick oven specialties and take-home options
  • The Overlook Pub — Social gathering spot with light fare and beverages

With flexible spending plan dollars, residents can choose how to allocate their dining and service preferences—a benefit unique to Edgewater.

Resort-Style Amenities

89° Saltwater Pool

Year-round heated saltwater pool for swimming and aquatics classes, with separate spa area for relaxation.

Day Spa

Full-service spa offering massage, salon services, and wellness treatments without leaving campus.

Performing Arts Center

Enjoy concerts, lectures, films, and live entertainment in the dedicated performance venue.

Fire Pit & Courtyards

Multiple outdoor gathering spaces including a fire pit, gardens, and paved walking paths throughout the 50-acre campus.

Fitness Center

State-of-the-art equipment and wellness programs designed for seniors at all fitness levels.

Community Garden

Residents can tend their own plots in the beautiful community garden spaces.

Living Options

Edgewater offers a variety of maintenance-free homes designed with granite countertops, custom-looking wood cabinetry, and your choice of patio or balcony as standard features:

  • Villas — Spacious single-family style homes with private garages
  • Apartment Homes — Various sizes with elegant finishes and beautiful campus views
  • Brookside Apartments — Assisted living residences with support services
  • Beacon Springs — Memory support community within a secure, homelike environment
  • The Cottages — Family-style skilled nursing households for long-term care

Edgewater uses an entry-fee model with a down payment that helps keep monthly fees lower while providing access to the full continuum of care.

Location & Accessibility

Edgewater's location offers the best of both worlds—50 acres of natural beauty just minutes from West Des Moines' finest amenities:

  • Jordan Creek Town Center — Iowa's premier shopping destination, just 2 miles away
  • Area golf courses — Multiple courses within easy driving distance
  • West Des Moines Medical Center — Convenient healthcare access nearby
  • Des Moines International Airport — Easy access for family visitors
  • Downtown Des Moines — Cultural attractions and entertainment options