Calvin Community

Calvin Community, located at 4210 Hickman Road in northwest Des Moines, is a nonprofit skilled nursing community with a long tradition of serving seniors in the greater Des Moines area with compassion, integrity, and faith-rooted values. As a nonprofit corporation, Calvin Community directs its resources and mission fully toward the wellbeing of the people in its care — a distinction families notice from the moment they walk through the door. The Hickman Road corridor in northwest Des Moines is one of the city's most established and convenient neighborhoods. Residents and families benefit from proximity to Merle Hay Mall, one of Des Moines's major retail centers, offering accessible shopping, dining, and services just a short drive away. The beloved Beaverdale neighborhood, known for its charming locally owned shops, restaurants, and strong community identity, is nearby and gives the area a distinctive warmth and character that feels far removed from generic urban sprawl. Drake University, one of Iowa's premier private universities, is also close at hand, bringing cultural programming, community events, and an energetic atmosphere to the surrounding neighborhoods. For healthcare, families are well-served by the Des Moines metro's robust medical infrastructure. UnityPoint Health – Iowa Methodist Medical Center and MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center are both accessible from northwest Des Moines, providing specialist and emergency care resources that coordinate smoothly with skilled nursing facilities like Calvin Community. Numerous primary care clinics and specialty practices along the Merle Hay Road corridor further support the everyday medical needs of residents and their families. Calvin Community's skilled nursing services are designed to meet each resident where they are — whether that means short-term rehabilitation after a hospitalization or compassionate long-term care for those with complex medical needs. The community's culture of respect, spiritual care, and genuine relationship-building makes it a valued and trusted choice for northwest Des Moines families seeking expert skilled nursing with a personal touch.