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Assisted living costs in Bucknell average about $4,393 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 83 communities in Bucknell. Our detailed directory has 460 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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From previous experience I knew I wanted to live in a continuing care retirement community and wanted to be closer to family. I toured several communities in central Iowa but when I visited Park Centre I...
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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The rooms are nice, you can bring your own furniture so you can make it feel like home.
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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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.
Photo of Homestead of Knoxville Memory Care
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Photo of Prairie Village-Knoxville
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.
Photo of Fair Haven East
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.
Photo of Pella Manor
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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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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Photo of Corydon Nursing and Rehab Ctr
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.
Photo of Ridgewood Nursing and Rehab Ctr
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.
Photo of Mary's Home
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.
Photo of Shirlee's Retirement Home
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Shirlee's Retirement Home offers a lot of services for the elderly in Indianola, Iowa. Not only are they focused on their nursing home, but also have assisted living, senior community, and is a micro community. The nursing home facility of Shirlee's Retirement Home offers help to those in need on...
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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.
At The Kindred House, we pride ourselves on providing the best level of service and care for each of our residents. We understand the needs, desires, and goals of our residents are specific to each individual. While other senior assisted living facilities are owned by large corporations focused...
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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, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes, Senior Apartments
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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.
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Active. Engaged. Pursuing the full richness of life. It doesn’t just happen by itself. It’s a choice those who live at The Village make. They choose to be passionate, not passive. They embrace being participants, not just spectators, wrapping their arms around opportunity and adventure. Because...
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.
Photo of Carlisle Center for Assisted Living
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Provides: Assisted Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Photo of Evelyn's Guest Home
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
Care types provided by this community
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.
Photo of Westview Acres Care Ctr
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.

Cost of assisted living in Bucknell, IA

The average cost of senior living in Bucknell is $4,393 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Russell, IA with an average of $4,263 per month.

Assisted living costs in Bucknell, IA, vs. nearby cities

Bucknell, IA
$4,392/mo
$4,665/mo
$5,871/mo

Assisted living costs in Bucknell, IA, vs. state and national averages

Bucknell, IA
$4,392/mo
$4,480/mo
U.S. national average
$4,703/mo

Assisted living costs in Bucknell, IA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,392/mo
$4,403/mo

Assisted living costs in Bucknell, IA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,011/mo
Studio
$5,280/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,397/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,538/mo

Senior living costs in Bucknell vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Bucknell, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBucknell, IAIowaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,392/mo$4,480/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$4,403/mo$4,485/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living$4,165/mo$3,268/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Bucknell, IA:$4,392/mo
Iowa:$4,480/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Bucknell, IA:$4,403/mo
Iowa:$4,485/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Bucknell, IA:$4,165/mo
Iowa:$3,268/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
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Assisted living costs in Bucknell, IA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Bucknell and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Bucknell, IAIA stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Bucknell, IA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Bucknell have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Bucknell, IA$4,897/mo$5,307/mo-7.7%
Iowa$5,091/mo$4,947/mo+2.9%
National$5,322/mo$5,061/mo+5.2%
Bucknell, IA
2024 average cost:$4,897/mo
2023 average cost:$5,307/mo
Percent change:-7.7%
Iowa
2024 average cost:$5,091/mo
2023 average cost:$4,947/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
National
2024 average cost:$5,322/mo
2023 average cost:$5,061/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Bucknell, 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 Bucknell.

What families are saying about assisted living in Bucknell

Recent reviews for assisted living in Bucknell

The Rose of East Des Moines

4.8
We are very happy with The Rose of East Des Moines. They are clean and the staff is very friendly. We thought the medicaid thing would be easier to do, that has added a little extra expense. The nurses are fantastic, the care is great. The activities have a really great variety, Wii Bowling, ...
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Courtyard Estates at Hawthorne Crossing in Bondurant, IA

5.0
The community at the Courtyard Estates at Hawthorne Crossing is wonderful. My loved one is enjoying the variety of meals served. The community has a wide range of great activities for the residents to enjoy and participate in. The community is very welcoming and feels like home. The staff have ...
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Homestead of Centerville

4.6
The office staff was very good with paper work at admission and accommodating with our move-in. The nurses have all been great and responsive to my loved one's needs. The cna's are caring with the residents. I have not eaten there, but the meals look very good. I have only been there during ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming atmosphere. Several reviews mention the friendly and inviting atmosphere at various communities, such as Independence Village and Homestead, where staff members go above and beyond to make residents and their families feel at home. One reviewer for Independence Village shares that the staff recognized her m ...
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Individualized care and attention. Reviews for communities like Independence Village and Homestead highlight the importance of individualized care for residents. Staff members at these communities take the time to understand each resident's unique needs and provide care plans tailored to their specific situations. For example, at ...
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High-quality dining options. Throughout the reviews, residents and their families express appreciation for the delicious and well-prepared meals offered at communities like Independence Village and Homestead. Chefs at these facilities accommodate various dietary restrictions and preferences, ensuring that residents look for ...
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Engaging activities and social opportunities. Communities like Independence Village and Homestead provide numerous activities and opportunities for socialization, which residents and their families greatly enjoy. Activities include exercise classes, crafts, afternoon outings, bible study, and even ice cream shop visits. These offerings help ...
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Professional and supportive staff. Reviews consistently mention the professional and supportive nature of staff members at communities like Independence Village and Homestead. Staff are responsive to residents' needs and communicate effectively with families, creating a sense of trust and confidence. For instance, at Independence ...
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Beautiful and well-maintained facilities. Communities like Independence Village and Homestead take pride in their beautiful and well-maintained facilities. Residents and their families appreciate the clean and cozy common areas, which are regularly decorated for holidays and seasons. Additionally, staff ensure that residents' apartments ...
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Bucknell review score based on 96 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 96 reviews of 60 Bucknell assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Bucknell 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

Bucknell review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Bucknell, IA60 facilities
8.2
Melrose, IA65 facilities
9.1
Lovilia, IA16 facilities

Review subcategories for Bucknell 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 96 reviews of 60 Bucknell assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Bucknell 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.
Bucknell, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.1
Friendliness
4.3
4.2
Care services
4.0
3.8
Staff
4.2
4.0
Meals & dining
3.9
3.7
Activities
4.1
3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.7
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Bucknell assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bucknell assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bucknell, 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 Bucknell 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 Bucknell that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Bucknell, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
36.7%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
16.7%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.7%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
48.3%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.7%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
36.7%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
38.3%
52.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Bucknell 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 Bucknell Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Bucknell, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
43.3%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Bucknell 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 Bucknell partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bucknell, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.7%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
18.3%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
13.3%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.3%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Bucknell 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 Bucknell communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bucknell, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.7%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
30%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.3%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bucknell 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 Bucknell offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bucknell, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
35%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.3%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.7%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.7%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.3%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
31.7%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
18.3%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Bucknell

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Iowa assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Bucknell protect seniors.
Learn about Iowa assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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