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StoryPoint Riverwoods, IA

By StoryPoint Group

“About a mile to Ewing Park's woodlands and about 6 miles from MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, residents enjoy personalized support and chef-prepared meals.”
Type of Living: Assisted LivingMemory Care
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Assisted Living With Everyday Comfort in Des Moines, Iowa

Welcome to StoryPoint Riverwoods, formerly Edencrest at Riverwoods, where assisted living and memory care are thoughtfully designed around comfort, engagement, and daily connection. Residents enjoy a welcoming atmosphere where support feels natural and meaningful relationships are part of everyday life. With inviting community spaces, enriching experiences, and compassionate employees, we create an environment where residents and families can feel supported and at ease.

Our assisted living neighborhood provides respectful assistance tailored to each resident’s needs while encouraging confidence and independence. Our memory care neighborhood offers a secure environment designed to support familiarity, routine, and emotional well-being. Through engaging experiences, chef-prepared meals, and compassionate employees who take time to understand each resident personally, families can feel confident knowing their loved one is supported with warmth and dignity.

Set on the south side of Des Moines along East Park Avenue, the community sits close to a few longtime local favorites. Blank Park Zoo is nearby and an easy yes when grandchildren come to visit. Ewing Park is closer still, where the lilac arboretum draws people out every spring and shaded picnic areas make a comfortable stop on a warm afternoon. Downtown stays within easy reach for an appointment or a family dinner.

Living with More Independence

Living with More Support

Assisted Living

From help with medication to support with daily activities, coordinating appointments, and more, assisted living offers 24-hour assistance.


Starting at
$4,350 / mo
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Memory Care

Designed for those experiencing dementia or other memory impairments, our licensed and secured memory care neighborhood offers specially trained employees, intentional programming, unique community features, and more.


Starting at
$7,500 / mo
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Community Highlights

Where Everyday Life Happens

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Activities and Amenities

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Personalized Dining

Our Executive Chef creates unique, locally-sourced meal options based on your preferences and feedback.

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Spacious, Open-Concept Apartments

Spacious, open-concept apartments designed for comfort and independence. Schedule a tour to see them in person.

Floor plans are not to scale and are shown for comparative purposes only. Actual apartment floor plans may have minor variations.

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Assisted Living

The Little Italy - Studio

  • Studio
    Layout
  • 1
    Bath
  • 350
    Sq Ft
  • Pet
    Friendly
A studio apartment offered for assisted living. A well-organized layout makes the most of every corner, with room for the things that matter most.
Assisted Living

The Jasper - 1 Bed, 1 Bath

  • 1
    Bed
  • 1
    Bath
  • 470
    Sq Ft
  • Pet
    Friendly
A one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment offered for assisted living. With a separate bedroom and a comfortable living area, this floor plan gives you a bit more room to spread out.
Assisted Living

The Macrai - 2 Bed, 2 Bath

  • 2
    Bed
  • 2
    Bath
  • 710
    Sq Ft
  • Pet
    Friendly
A two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment offered for assisted living. Two private bedrooms and a shared living area leave room for guests, hobbies, or a home office.
Memory Care

The Little Italy - Studio

  • Studio
    Layout
  • 1
    Bath
  • 350
    Sq Ft
A studio apartment designed for memory care. A calm, familiar setting with everything close at hand and comfort in mind.

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Reviews & Recognition

Loved by Residents and Families

For over 40 years, our communities have been recognized for the experiences we create for residents, families, and community members alike. See what residents and families share about life at StoryPoint Riverwoods, including meaningful feedback and recognition the community has earned.

5.0
Based on Friends and Family
AI Summary of Reviews

Residents and families describe a welcoming community that feels like family from the first day, where lifelong friendships take root and mornings feel like a resort vacation. Reviews highlight a gentle, kind atmosphere, a beautiful setting, and team members who go above and beyond at every turn. Many share deep gratitude for the trust and goodwill the community has earned.

Riverwoods is a hidden gem in the South Des Moines area. From the welcoming receptionist who greets residents and visitors each morning, to the dedicated activities staff who keep everyone engaged throughout the day, to the exceptional caregivers who go above and beyond to ensure every resident feels valued, comfortable, and at home—every detail reflects a true sense of community. It truly has a family feel, where each person makes a difference every single day. I can’t say enough about how warm and welcoming this community is, and I would confidently recommend Riverwoods to any of my loved ones.
allyson
What we like the most about the Edencrest at Riverwoods community is the friendliness of the staff and their willingness to make my mom as comfortable as possible in her last days.
Carla
So far so good. Dad seems safe and happy. It's a small, kind community. The rooms are decent, bedroom has a queen bed comfortably and the living room has a couch and chair. Activities tend to be mostly cards and other games, and occasional performances especially around the holidays.
Sarah
Very good.
Peter W
I would recommend to others. Its close to other family members, and the staff are all very friendly.
Anonymous Author
I would recommend to others. Its close to other family members, and the staff are all very friendly
Anonymous Author

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Military Discount — 5% Off

Special Military Savings

We honor the service and sacrifice of our veterans with an exclusive 5% discount on your lease for the entire duration of your stay.

Available to all veterans and surviving spouses with proof of military service.

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Whether you've lived in the area your whole life or you're just moving to town, we know you'll feel right at home here. Give us a call or schedule a tour to see what makes life at our community so special.

StoryPoint Riverwoods, IA

Address

2210 E Park Ave.
Des Moines, IA 50320

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515-316-4399

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Living with Independence

This blends active adult, independent living, and enhanced living — a home that lets you keep your independence while support quietly grows if you ever need it. This blends active adult, independent living, and enhanced living — a home that lets you keep your independence while support quietly grows if you ever need it. This blends active adult, independent living, and enhanced living — a home that lets you keep your independence while support quietly grows if you ever need it.

  • Active Adult Living: Active adult living is designed with your ideal retirement as our top priority. If you love being around like-minded individuals and meeting new people, you'll be right at home with us. Experience an independent, resident-led, carefree, and maintenance-free lifestyle.
  • Independent Living: From maintenance-free living to convenient amenities and more, everything is designed to help you spend your days exactly as you want to.
  • Enhanced Living: Unique to StoryPoint Group communities, enhanced living gives you the flexibility to enjoy greater independence while adding personalized support where it makes a difference. If your needs change, services can be added or adjusted over time to help shape support around your life.
  • Active Adult: Active adult living was designed with your ideal retirement as our top priority. If you love being around like-minded individuals and meeting new people, you'll be right at home with us. Experience an independent, resident-led, carefree and maintenance-free lifestyle.
  • Independent Living: From maintenance-free living to convenient amenities and more, everything is designed to help you spend your days exactly as you want to.
  • Enhanced Living: Unique to StoryPoint Group communities, enhanced living gives you or your loved one the flexibility to enjoy greater independence while adding personalized support where it makes a difference. If needs change, services can be added or adjusted over time to help shape support.
  • Active Adult: Active adult living is designed with your ideal retirement as our top priority. If you love being around like-minded individuals and meeting new people, you'll be right at home with us. Experience an independent, resident-led, carefree, and maintenance-free lifestyle.
  • Independent Living: From maintenance-free living to convenient amenities and more, everything is designed to help you spend your days exactly as you want to.
  • Enhanced Living: Unique to StoryPoint Group communities, enhanced living gives you the flexibility to enjoy greater independence while adding personalized support where it makes a difference. If your needs change, services can be added or adjusted over time to help shape support around your life.

We Found Your Match

Living with More Support

This blends assisted living, memory care, and respite care with hands-on, around-the-clock support in a home built for that season of life.

  • Assisted Living: From medication management and support with activities of daily living (ADLs) to coordinating appointments and more, assisted living provides 24-hour assistance.
  • Memory Care: Designed for those experiencing dementia or other memory impairments, our licensed and secured memory care neighborhood offers specially trained employees, intentional programming, unique community features, and more.
  • Respite Care: Our respite program is designed for those who are in need of temporary care. Whether that means assisting individuals with regaining their strength post-surgery or providing some extra care for those who are recovering from a hospital visit, we’re here with the support our residents need. In addition to care, our respite program offers spacious apartments and access to all of our community’s services and amenities.
  • Assisted Living: From medication management and support with activities of daily living (ADLs) to coordinating appointments and more, assisted living provides 24-hour assistance.
  • Memory Care: Designed for those experiencing dementia or other memory impairments, our licensed and secured memory care neighborhood offers specially trained employees, intentional programming, unique community features, and more.
  • Respite Care: Our respite program is designed for those who are in need of temporary care. Whether that means assisting individuals with regaining their strength post-surgery or providing some extra care for those who are recovering from a hospital visit, we’re here with the support our residents need. In addition to care, our respite program offers spacious apartments and access to all of our community’s services and amenities.
  • Assisted Living: From medication management and support with activities of daily living (ADLs) to coordinating appointments and more, assisted living provides 24-hour assistance.
  • Memory Care: Designed for those experiencing dementia or other memory impairments, our licensed and secured memory care neighborhood offers specially trained employees, intentional programming, unique community features, and more.
  • Respite Care: Our respite program is designed for those who are in need of temporary care. Whether that means assisting individuals with regaining their strength post-surgery or providing some extra care for those who are recovering from a hospital visit, we’re here with the support our residents need. In addition to care, our respite program offers spacious apartments and access to all of our community’s services and amenities.

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