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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Calmar, IA
Assisted living costs in Calmar average about $3,938 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 59 communities in Calmar. Our detailed directory has 39 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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I would strongly recommend it. We picked this community because it was small and did not have very many people. My dad has social anxiety and Alzheimer's. He needed a place, where he can't get lost, and a...
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.
Arlington Place at Oelwein is located in beautiful Northeast Iowa and offers Independent Living Townhomes, Assisted Living and Memory Care apartments. Positioned on the West side of Oelwein near secluded woodlands and peaceful residential neighborhoods. Arlington Place has been providing...
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Our father needed more assistance in his day to day life. He was living in Iowa and choosing Harmony Place meant he would be closer to family. It was a lot of work getting him into a different state but the...
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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All the staff at Traditions were so helpful. Even staff I haven’t gotten to meet and work behind the scenes have been amazing. My father in law loves his new place and has great things to say about everyone...
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.
Traditions of Preston is a senior living home in Preston, Minnesota offering both memory care and assisted living care. We pride ourselves on offering plenty of enrichment and high quality opportunities for each of our residents. Our community is unique and feels as if it were its own family,...
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My family and loved one had a great experience with the community. The staff and residents are friendly. The community is clean. The staff was willing to get to know the residents and do special things...
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.
Park Lane Estates is an assisted living community, with beautiful landscaped grounds, gardens, and walkways, located in Preston, Minnesota. Outdoor enthusiasts know Preston better as 'America's Trout Capital,' while others come to Preston to visit Preston Overlook, Mystery Cave State Park, or the...
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Staff at Whispering Willow were wonderful with my Dad during his short stay. Both staff and the other residents were kind and encouraging. Dad even found a brother and sister he knew, who he spent time with...
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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Staff are very kind and professional. The only things that we felt was not great. Food. They served cold plates a lot. The pricing went up several times. A couple months after they got there they were...
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.
Garden View Place Assisted Living and Memory Care Community is a staple in Northeast Iowa for seniors who value independence, freedom of choice, and the company of those who share common values and lifestyles. Our friendly and caring staff is here to make life a little easier and a lot more...
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A quiet and personal hallway and room
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 are so welcoming at Maplecrest Manor. The resident-s company is always welcomed by the staff team . The community is very caring. The food seems very good and there are always snacks available...
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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.
Parkview opened in Fairbank in 2004. Fairbank is a small community that has everything that bigger communities offer without the hassel or cost. Fairbank offers a grocery store with deli, bank, post office, gas station, as well as several churches and parks. We are close enough to Oelwein which...
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Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Why Choose Maple Memory Lane?There is nothing more important than knowing you are making the right decision for your loved one. Finding a place that honors their privacy and independence, but also ensures their safety and well-being can become a tasking decision; but we are here to help. Maple...
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
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.
Whispering Willow Assisted Living and Memory Wing opened its doors in 2008 to provide assistance and care to elders desiring some assistance to help enjoy their lives. Our location at 601 Dawn Avenue in Fredericksburg Iowa is on the edge of town allowing a peaceful and relaxing environment...
Provides: Assisted 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.
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, Home 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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Cost of assisted living in Calmar, IA
The average cost of senior living in Calmar is $3,938 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Jackson Junction, IA with an average of $3,252 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Calmar, IA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Calmar, IA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Calmar, IA by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Calmar, IA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Calmar
Recent reviews for assisted living in Calmar
Harmony Place
5.0
We choose Harmony Place due to the very friendly staff and the cleanliness of the facility.
Due to our experience here so far, we would definitely recommend this facility to other families who are looking.
Whispering Willow in Fredericksburg, IA
4.5
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 think it tastes good.
Garden View Place in Monona, IA
4.8
The facility and staff are wonderful. Our problem came with getting my parents to reach out to them when they needed something. They are to used to doing for themselves. Staff has been very good at checking in and encouraging them to ask for help when they need it.
They raised prices a couple ...
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Calmar assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Calmar assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Calmar, 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 Calmar 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 Calmar that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Calmar, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
26.7%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
8.9%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.1%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.8%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
24.4%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
2.2%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.8%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
17.8%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
22.2%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Calmar 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 Calmar Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Calmar, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
28.9%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
15.6%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
17.8%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
8.9%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Calmar 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 Calmar partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Calmar, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
8.9%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
4.4%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
6.7%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
2.2%
35.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Calmar 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 Calmar communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Calmar, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
2.2%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
6.7%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
17.8%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.7%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Calmar 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 Calmar offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Calmar, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
8.9%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.1%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
6.7%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
26.7%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
24.4%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
15.6%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
2.2%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.1%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
13.3%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
24.4%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
4.4%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6.7%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
13.3%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Calmar
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 Calmar protect seniors.
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