Luther Park/Rose Glen Apartments sits at 2824 E. 16th Street in Des Moines, right in a friendly and bustling neighborhood close to Stone Park, Gray's Lake Park, coffee shops, restaurants, pharmacies, and hospitals, so folks have everything nearby when they need it. The community has different living options with names like Rose Glen Apartments, Luther Park Apartments, The Gardens for assisted living, and a Trinity Center, all focused on helping seniors with whatever level of support they need, from independent apartments to assisted living, skilled nursing, memory care, and even student housing for those studying in health fields. The place works under Luther Care Services, and it cares deeply about Christian compassion with staff who are both kind and helpful, and everyone seems to mention how friendly people are here, including staff, residents, and visitors, so there's a real sense of welcome wherever you go.
Inside, you'll find apartments-one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and studio options-with things like walk-in closets, full kitchens, ensuite bathrooms, some with stackable washer/dryers, high ceilings, pantry space, and the option for a garage, and some apartments even offer secure entrances for extra peace of mind, while others give you access to conveniences like communal laundry rooms. All the buildings have wheelchair access, emergency call systems, health and wellness centers, accessible bathrooms, Wi-Fi, and DIRECTV, and utilities are included except for a telephone. For daily life, there's a dining room for meals, a coffee station, a sundry shop, family gathering areas, libraries with computers, lounges, and even a pool table and woodworking shop, with outdoor spaces like courtyards, gardens, gazebos, and spots for barbeques and gardening beds if you've got a green thumb. Someone looking to stay active can use the gym or join fitness programs, and the place is pet-friendly, which means your furry companions can come with you.
Care services cover assisted living for daily needs like bathing, dressing, and medication reminders or management, plus skilled nursing, memory care in environments made to reduce confusion and wandering, ambulatory care, and diabetic care, so folks who need a little more help are covered, and nurse staff are on-site around the clock. There are health programs, occupational and physiotherapy, and even speech therapy, plus housekeeping, help with meals and snacks, and on-campus spiritual activities from worship to Bible study, Rosary, and Communion services. Social and recreational events go on daily, and people often get together for card games or cultural, volunteer, and devotional activities both on- and off-campus, so there's plenty of company and engagement for anyone interested. Transportation is available for outings like shopping or eating out, and for those who want to stay connected, there's high-speed wireless internet throughout the community.
Security is a major point, with secure entrances and an emergency call system, and the team believes in making residents comfortable, safe, and happy. Personal touches, like letting residents decorate their living spaces with wall art and furniture, make it feel more like home. Meals are nutritious and made to make sure folks get proper vitamins and minerals, and friends and family can gather in the commons whenever they visit. Altogether, Luther Park/Rose Glen Apartments is a place where seniors can live as independently as they choose, get the support they need, and take part in an active, caring, and genuine community.
