Edgewater, A Wesleylife Community

Edgewater, A Wesleylife Community brings decades of trusted senior care to one of the most vibrant suburbs in the Des Moines metro. Located along Cascade Avenue in West Des Moines, Iowa, Edgewater is part of the Wesleylife family of communities—a respected Iowa-based nonprofit organization with a long-standing mission rooted in faith, compassion, and whole-person wellness. Residents and families choose Edgewater knowing they are supported by a management team with deep roots in Iowa senior care and a genuine commitment to dignified living. Skilled nursing at Edgewater means access to around-the-clock licensed nursing care, physical and occupational therapy, post-acute rehabilitation, and personalized care planning. Whether a resident is recovering from surgery, managing a chronic condition, or requiring long-term nursing support, the clinical team at Edgewater works closely with families to deliver outcomes-focused care in a warm, home-like environment. West Des Moines is an exceptional location for seniors and the families who visit them. The community sits just minutes from Jordan Creek Town Center, one of Iowa's largest shopping destinations, offering easy access to dining, retail, and entertainment. Raccoon River Park—with its trails, lake, and open green spaces—provides a beautiful natural backdrop for walks and family outings. The area is well-served medically, with MercyOne West Des Moines Medical Center and UnityPoint Health – Iowa Methodist Medical Center both within a short drive, ensuring residents have rapid access to hospital-level care when needed. Families visiting loved ones at Edgewater will find no shortage of nearby dining options, from local favorites in the Valley Junction Historic District to casual chains along the EP True Parkway corridor. West Des Moines consistently ranks among Iowa's safest and most livable cities, making it a reassuring place for seniors to call home. At Edgewater, Wesleylife's philosophy of serving the whole person—body, mind, and spirit—shapes every interaction. Residents are treated as individuals with unique histories, preferences, and goals, not simply as patients. For families seeking skilled nursing care backed by an organization with proven Iowa roots, Edgewater is a community worth experiencing firsthand.