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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Buffalo Heights, IA

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Assisted living costs in Buffalo Heights average about $5,334 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 74 communities in Buffalo Heights. Our detailed directory has 782 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Davenport, Moline and Muscatine.

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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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.
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 Liberty Village
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
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.
We began our quest into senior living because of our love for our beloved mother, Mary Bickford, whose needs became too great for us to manage.  As we researched senior living options, we were shocked at our findings.  The options offered too much or too little — none met her needs and...
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Clean environment. Nice personnel nice room size. I would recommend.
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.
Legacy Estates of Monmouth Legacy Estates of Monmouth is an assisted living community that is available to those seniors who are looking to call Monmouth, IL their home. This large and comfortable community offers a home in a growing city that is full of prosperity and good things. Legacy Estates...
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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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My loved one has the biggest smile on his face and they're always glad to see him! The therapists are doing the best they can to get him moving on his own. He's worn out every day and that's a testament! The...
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.
Choosing a healthcare and rehabilitation center for yourself or your loved one is one of the most important decisions you can make. You want someone who is caring, knowledgeable, and accessible; someone willing to take the time to go over all your options and treat you as a person. With the...
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Photo of Woodridge Supportive Living Galesburg
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 Kensington of Galesburg
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.
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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.
Photo of Mercy Hospital
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 Pathways Adult Day Health 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 Sunrise Terrace
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 Courtyard Estates Of Knoxville
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.
Photo of Resthave Home
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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Morrison Manor was the best fit for [name removed] as there were only 12 residents at this Memory Care Facility. He had his own large room which accommodated his family when we all visited. The facility...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
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 Cherry Ridge and Hallmark Care Center
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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 CorporationHallmark 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 individuals we...

Cost of assisted living in Buffalo Heights, IA

The average cost of senior living in Buffalo Heights is $5,334 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Muscatine, IA with an average of $4,593 per month.

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

Buffalo Heights, IA
$5,334/mo
$5,482/mo
U.S. national average
$5,909/mo

Assisted living costs in Buffalo Heights, IA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,334/mo
$6,798/mo

Assisted living costs in Buffalo Heights, IA, by floor plan type

Studio
$4,542/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,080/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,840/mo

Senior living costs in Buffalo Heights 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: Buffalo Heights, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBuffalo Heights, IAIowaU.S.
Assisted Living$5,334/mo$5,482/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$6,798/mo$6,790/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living$2,995/mo$2,852/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
Buffalo Heights, IA:$5,334/mo
Iowa:$5,482/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Buffalo Heights, IA:$6,798/mo
Iowa:$6,790/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Buffalo Heights, IA:$2,995/mo
Iowa:$2,852/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
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Assisted living costs in Buffalo Heights, IA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Buffalo Heights 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.

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Assisted living cost trends in Buffalo Heights, IA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Buffalo Heights 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 average 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
Buffalo Heights, IA$5,474/mo$5,046/mo+8.5%
Iowa$5,219/mo$4,926/mo+6.0%
National$5,408/mo$5,128/mo+5.5%
Buffalo Heights, IA
2024 average cost:$5,474/mo
2023 average cost:$5,046/mo
Percent change:+8.5%
Iowa
2024 average cost:$5,219/mo
2023 average cost:$4,926/mo
Percent change:+6.0%
National
2024 average cost:$5,408/mo
2023 average cost:$5,128/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Buffalo Heights, 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 Buffalo Heights.

What families are saying about assisted living in Buffalo Heights

Recent reviews for assisted living in Buffalo Heights

Overlook Village in Moline, IL

5.0
Overlook Village has been a godsend for my family. My parents moved to assisted living last year when they were both in failing health and just floundering in their condo. They have now had 3 great meals and have help taking their medications every day. Dad enjoys Men’s Club outings and Happy ...
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Prairie Hills at Tipton

4.4
What we like the most about the Prairie Hills at Tiptin community is the convenience, the openings for respite care and the friendly staff members they have there. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to others.

Fort Armstrong in Rock Island, IL

5.0
I have lived at The Fort Armstrong for almost 5 years and do not regret my choice in moving here. I enjoy the live music and outings we go on.

Buffalo Heights review score based on 254 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 254 reviews of 74 Buffalo Heights assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Buffalo Heights 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

Buffalo Heights review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Buffalo Heights, IA74 facilities
8.1
Clinton, IA63 facilities
8.1
Muscatine, IA86 facilities

Review subcategories for Buffalo Heights 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 254 reviews of 74 Buffalo Heights assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Buffalo Heights 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.
Buffalo Heights, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
3.4
Friendliness
4.0
3.4
Care services
3.6
3.1
Staff
3.9
3.3
Meals & dining
3.4
3.0
Activities
3.6
3.0
Value for cost*
3.5
3.1
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Buffalo Heights assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buffalo Heights assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buffalo Heights, 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 Buffalo Heights 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 Buffalo Heights that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Buffalo Heights, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
48.6%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
17.6%
34.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.3%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.6%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
55.4%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20.3%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.9%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
41.9%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
43.2%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Buffalo Heights 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 Buffalo Heights Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Buffalo Heights, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
47.3%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
29.7%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
45.9%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.9%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Buffalo Heights 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 Buffalo Heights partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Buffalo Heights, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.6%
28.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.4%
42.2%
No sugar
No sugar
24.3%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.8%
19.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Buffalo Heights 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 Buffalo Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Buffalo Heights, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
17.6%
32.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
25.7%
38%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.5%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buffalo Heights 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 Buffalo Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buffalo Heights, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
39.2%
47.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.6%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.3%
31.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.4%
50.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.9%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.7%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.1%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
24.3%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40.5%
48%
Live performances
Live performances
40.5%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
23%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.7%
25.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.8%
47.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Buffalo Heights

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 Buffalo Heights protect seniors.
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Brookstone of Aledo, The Fountains and StoryPoint Silvis are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Buffalo Heights, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 74 assisted living facilities near Buffalo Heights, Iowa. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Buffalo Heights, Iowa is Brookstone of Aledo. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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