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The price is a little high but we do think it is worth it. This community just made our loved one very comfortable, the staff are really personable. They know your name and who you belong to and we would...
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Ellen Kennedy Living Center has done well in our experience. You could do a lot worse than this community. I believe this community has better value for what you pay, you are getting good value overall. ...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Ellen Kennedy Living Center is an assisted living community located in the picturesque Midwestern town of Dyersville, Iowa. Outside the immediate vicinity of large cities like Cedar Rapids and Des Moines, Ellen Kennedy Living Center residents enjoy the charming view of unbroken plains with...
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The people are very friendly. Communication could be better between the staff and the patient/family. The care is generally good, although they're short-staffed like every place right now, so the wait time...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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I'm so glad that the family chose this community for my in-laws. Its been wonderful so far. The staff is caring and attentive. They wanted to stay close to friends and family. They still are driving but if...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Arlington Place of Grundy Center is professionally managed by Senior Housing Companies. We are committed to providing Red Carpet Treatment for everyone who lives, works and visits Arlington Place. Red Carpet Treatment is more than simple hospitality, it's our way of life. Our 'Resident First'...
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My mom recently moved into this community. So far the experience has been going great. The staff know how to keep the facility clean. My mom has plenty of options to choose for her meals and it seems to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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The staff has been communicating well with the family they are very friendly. My mother really enjoys her meals the portions and taste seems good. There are a few activities that she has been engaging in...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Cedar Vale Assisted Living opened it's doors in 2005 to serve those in Nashua, Iowa by providing them with a beautiful place to live set back off the road surrounded by trees in a more peaceful atmosphere.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
About ABCM CorporationGrandview Health Care Center is owned by ABCM Corporation, Hampton, IA. ABCM is a multi-facility provider offering top-quality, long-term care services unmatched in the state of Iowa. We believe in a Person Directed Care approach to long-term care, encouraging the...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Rock Ridge Residential Care is set in the heart of Iowa between Cedar Rapids and Vinton IA on a quiet country side where your senior loved ones can enjoy the fresh air and peace that comes with being out on a secluded residence. Finding the right residential/assisted living facility can be a...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
At Ridgeway Place residents enjoy all the comforts of home in a beautiful, safe neighborhood setting, conveniently located near shopping centers, churches and medical clinics. With 96 units, Ridgeway Place offers a customized blend of independence that respects the needs of residents and...

Cost of assisted living in Buchanan County, IA

The average cost of senior living in Buchanan County is $4,209 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Independence, IA with an average of $3,312 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Buchanan County, IA vs. nearby counties

Buchanan County, IA
$4,209/mo
$4,152/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Buchanan County, IA vs. the state and national average

Buchanan County, IA
$4,209/mo
$4,363/mo
U.S. national average
$4,583/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Buchanan County vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,209/mo
$4,230/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Buchanan County, IA by room type

Semi-Private
$3,738/mo
Studio
$5,145/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,815/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,527/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,600/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Buchanan County over time

Buchanan County, IAIA stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Buchanan County, IA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Buchanan County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Buchanan County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Buchanan County

Terrace Glen Village in Marion, IA

5.0
Moved in day one! No regrets. I'm not interested in facade and opulence. All I need is kindness and respect. Showered with both here.

Parker Place in Parkersburg, IA

5.0
That they were very helpful getting him settled in when admitted. In contact with me on his likes on what to do n to keep busy, etc. I'd give a positive experience and recommend taking a look at. We picked this community, because they had a shared room price, friendly staff on tour, clean. ...
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Arlington Place at Oelwein

4.9
A parent has been a resident here for over 1 year and I couldn't be happier with the place. It is a safe and beautiful facility with caring and competent staff. The family feels supported and informed, and included in decision making. There are constant opportunities for activities to enrich ...
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Buchanan County review score based on 69 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 69 reviews of 96 Buchanan County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Buchanan County review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Buchanan County review score compared against nearby cities

7.2
Buchanan County, IA96 facilities
9.0
Independence, IA8 facilities
7.2
Winthrop, IA105 facilities

Review subcategories for Buchanan County assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 69 reviews of 96 Buchanan County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Buchanan County resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
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Cleanliness
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4.5
Friendliness
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4.6
Care services
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Staff
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4.5
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Buchanan County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buchanan County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buchanan County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Buchanan County assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Buchanan County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
36.5%
51.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
12.5%
33%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.8%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.9%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
40.6%
56.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.7%
29.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.9%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
36.5%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Buchanan County assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Buchanan County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Buchanan County, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
37.5%
50.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
26%
31.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
32.3%
40.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Buchanan County assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Buchanan County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Buchanan County, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.7%
26.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
17.7%
39.1%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
36.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.6%
34.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.1%
12.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Buchanan County assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Buchanan County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
11.5%
30.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20.8%
41.1%
Room service
Room service
26%
34.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buchanan County assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Buchanan County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
26%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.8%
30.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.7%
29.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.5%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34.4%
48%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
51.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.3%
40.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.7%
33.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.9%
36.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.1%
45.5%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
45.8%
Dances
Dances
15.6%
28.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.6%
23.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Buchanan County

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Iowa assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Buchanan County protect seniors.

Learn about Iowa Assisted Living regulations

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Cottage Grove Place, a CCRC, Arlington Place at Oelwein and Corridor Crossing Place are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Buchanan County, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 113 assisted living facilities near Buchanan County, Iowa. See the full list.

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