Nestled in the heart of Norwalk, Edencrest at The Legacy stands as a beacon of warmth, comfort, and exceptional care for seniors seeking a vibrant community to call home. Combining state-of-the-art amenities with a compassionate staff, Edencrest offers an unparalleled senior living experience.
A Community Built on Care
At Edencrest at The Legacy, the emphasis is on creating a nurturing environment where residents feel like family. The dedicated team goes above and beyond to ensure everyone’s needs are met with personalized attention from assisted living to memory care resources. The team of professionals are on site 24/7 to provide individualized services, fitness therapy classes, curated meals and enriching activities every day. A recent family representative wrote,
“Edencrest at The Legacy gets 5 stars in all categories. What sticks out the most about the facility is the caring staff who communicate with the residents and their families. I have many friends and extended family members who are here. I would highly recommend them.”
Another resident review emphasizes the welcoming atmosphere and the staff’s dedication:
“We chose Edencrest at The Legacy because the director made us a part of the family the second that we walked in for our tour. All of the residents and staff were very friendly and welcoming.”
Exceptional Amenities for a Fulfilling Lifestyle
Edencrest at The Legacy offers a variety of amenities designed to enrich the lives of its residents:
- Restaurant-Style Dining: Residents enjoy daily meals served in a restaurant-style setting, with the flexibility to choose from daily specials or alternative menu options. Edencrest has culinary experts hired to make each season’s menu a little different from the next.
- Engaging Activities: A diverse range of activities, including exercise classes, social events, and outings, ensures residents have ample opportunities to stay active and connected.
- On-Site Salon: The convenience of an in-house beauty and barber service allows residents to look and feel their best without leaving the community.
- Pet-Friendly Environment: Our pets are family. Understanding the joy pets bring, Edencrest welcomes furry companions, ensuring residents can continue cherished relationships with their pets.
Tailored Care Options
Recognizing that each resident’s needs are unique, Edencrest provides a spectrum of care options:
- Assisted Living: Residents maintain their independence while receiving support with daily activities as needed. Services include utilities, basic cable, Wi-Fi, daily meals, medication management, and a variety of daily activities.
- Memory Care: For those facing memory challenges with Parkinsons and similar diagnosis, specialized care units offer a secure environment with 24/7 support, housekeeping, laundry services, and personalized emergency call systems.
- Respite Care: Short-term care options provide families with flexibility and peace of mind, knowing their loved ones are in capable and caring hands.
Embracing the Norwalk Community
Edencrest’s location in Norwalk offers residents the charm of a close-knit community with the conveniences of modern living. Norwalk is renowned for its excellent schools, great golf, beautiful parks, and vibrant local events from Elizabeth Holland Park to the city’s main street. The city boasts three golf courses, including The Legacy Golf Club and Echo Valley, providing scenic views and recreational opportunities no matter your age.
Families can explore a variety of activities such as fishing, basketball, baseball, softball, soccer, disc golf, skateboarding, and playgrounds. Norwalk’s parks offer a diverse range of recreational opportunities for all ages and all of it is just a ten-minute drive to Des Moines.
As seen recently on KCCI’s This is Iowa, Judi, an Edencrest resident, worked with Bellflower Florist, a Norwalk owned and operated business. Together, they helped Judi fulfill her Eden Endeavor wish of creating floral arrangements like she used to do for her career.

A Locally Owned, Operated Community
The positive experiences of residents and their families speak volumes about the quality of life at Edencrest. Highmark Senior Living is the proud manager of all 10 Edencrest locations throughout Central Iowa, working with over 300 Edencrest associates. All Edencrest properties are constructed, owned, operated and managed locally by Hubbell and Highmark, one of the few properties to do so in the state of Iowa.
Join the Edencrest Family
Choosing a senior living community is a significant decision, and Edencrest at The Legacy strives to make that choice easier by offering a harmonious blend of compassionate care, enriching amenities, and a vibrant community atmosphere. Whether you’re seeking a supportive environment for yourself or a loved one, Edencrest welcomes you to experience the warmth and excellence that define their community.
For more information or to schedule a tour with a lunch on Edencrest, visit their website at Edencrest at The Legacy. Discover why so many have chosen Edencrest at The Legacy as their preferred senior living community in Norwalk, Iowa.



