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Frequently Asked Questions
Answers about assisted living and memory care at 3801 Grand in Des Moines, Iowa: pricing, what is included, care, daily life and moving in. Questions not answered here? Call (515) 729-6801.
Location & Campus
Where is 3801 Grand located?
3801 Grand is at 3801 Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50312, in the Grand & Ingersoll area. It is close to Ingersoll Avenue restaurants and shops and an easy drive to metro shopping.
What levels of care does 3801 Grand offer?
3801 Grand offers all-inclusive assisted living, Enhanced Independence (a discounted program within assisted living), memory supportive care in our Terrace Suites wing, and respite stays. Independent living is on the same campus at Sage Independence (sageindependence.com).
How many apartments are at 3801 Grand?
3801 Grand has 53 apartments: 41 assisted living apartments and 12 memory care apartments.
What hospitals are near 3801 Grand?
Methodist downtown is 5 to 10 minutes away. Methodist West, Mercy West Des Moines, Mercy downtown and Iowa Lutheran are about 15 minutes away. All major clinic systems are easy to reach.
Pricing
How much does assisted living cost at 3801 Grand?
2026 all-inclusive monthly rates for assisted living: Studio $5,500, Alcove $5,650, One Bedroom $5,900, Large One Bedroom $6,700, and Two Bedroom $7,000 to $8,000.
How much does memory care cost at 3801 Grand?
2026 all-inclusive monthly rates for memory care: Memory Care Studio $7,100 and Memory Care One Bedroom $7,500.
What is included in the monthly rate?
The monthly rate includes medication management, 24/7 caregiving staff, three meals a day, laundry, housekeeping, social activities and events, transportation, cable, internet and utilities. There are no care-level add-ons or extra service charges.
Does 3801 Grand charge an entrance fee or community fee?
No. 3801 Grand never charges an entrance fee, community fee, service-level fee or by-the-minute care charges.
What other fees are there?
There is a $2,000 security deposit. Couples sharing an apartment pay a second person fee of $1,000 per month.
Can I lock in 2026 pricing?
Yes. Reserve your apartment by December 31, 2026, and move in by February 1, 2027, to lock in 2026 pricing. Call (515) 729-6801 to reserve.
What is Enhanced Independence?
Enhanced Independence is a program within assisted living for people who need minimal care but benefit from medication management, three meals a day and the social setting. After an assessment by the Director of Nursing, qualifying residents receive a $700 per month discount.
What payment types does 3801 Grand accept?
3801 Grand accepts private pay, long-term care insurance and VA Aid & Attendance. We do not accept the Iowa Medicaid Elderly Waiver.
Care
What memory care does 3801 Grand offer?
Our Terrace Suites wing serves people in the later stages of dementia. With only 12 apartments, it is a small, close-knit setting with dedicated long-term staff, its own social programming and dining, and all-inclusive pricing.
Does 3801 Grand offer respite or short-term stays?
Yes. Respite stays have a 10-day minimum and are $200 per day.
Is a nurse available at 3801 Grand?
Trained caregiving staff are on site 24/7, and a nurse is on call. Our Director of Nursing, Bridget Baker, BSN, was named 2026 Nurse of the Year by the Iowa Assisted Living Association.
Daily Life
How many meals are included?
Three meals a day are included, served restaurant-style and prepared by our Executive Chef.
Is transportation provided?
Yes. 3801 Grand provides free transportation for medical appointments, individual errands and group outings.
What activities are offered?
Our Wellness Director leads entertainers, guest speakers, outings, crafts, happy hour, seated fitness and balance classes, Tai Chi and walking groups. There is also an on-campus wellness center.
Moving In & Policies
What does the move-in process look like?
A prospective resident completes an application for admission, which includes a background check and permission to contact their health provider. After an in-person nursing assessment, someone who meets Iowa's standard for assisted living works with Connie Bever, Director of Marketing, on a move-in plan.
Do residents bring their own furniture?
Yes. Residents furnish their own apartments.
Are there visiting hours?
No. Visitors are welcome at any time, and residents are free to leave for extended trips.
Can couples live together at 3801 Grand?
Yes. When a couple needs different levels of care, where they live is decided together with our Director of Nursing. A couple can live together in memory care even if one spouse does not need memory care or assisted living.
Is 3801 Grand smoke-free?
Yes. The building is strictly non-smoking.
Recognition & Tours
Has 3801 Grand won any awards?
3801 Grand was named Best Assisted Living by U.S. News & World Report (2022-23). Our Director of Nursing, Bridget Baker, BSN, was named 2026 Nurse of the Year by the Iowa Assisted Living Association.
How do I schedule a tour of 3801 Grand?
Call (515) 729-6801 for flexible tour scheduling, or email cbever@newburyliving.com. Office hours are 8 AM to 4 PM.