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Assisted living costs in Cool average about $4,413 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 112 communities in Cool. Our detailed directory has 973 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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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.
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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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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, 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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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
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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.
Spurgeon Manor offers many levels of care: townhouses, independent apartment living, residential care, skilled and intermediate nursing care, including an Alzheimer’s unit. Residents currently living in our townhouses and independent apartments are privileged to preferential access to...
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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.
We credit our success to our dedicated and caring staff.  We serve our Seniors with compassion and love and accomplish this by working as one team with Seniors in mind.  Newton Village offers dining excellence.  The daily home cooked meals are served family style and include...
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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.
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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 The Willows Assisted Living/The Evergreens
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.
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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.
Nestled in the Northwest corner of Madrid, The Cedars has all the comforts you want in home. With its close proximity to the High Trestle Trail, Iowa Arboretum, and many other recreational activities, as well as raised gardens in the courtyard, and a beautifully landscaped seating area outside...
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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.
Perry Lutheran Homes Eden Acres Campus is located on the rich plains of Perry, Iowa 25 miles NW of Des Moines. Eden Acres is like a close-nit community of extended friends and family and has been part of the Perry community since 1957.In 2014, we opened a new, 72,000 square feet nursing, memory...
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Cost of assisted living in Cool, IA

The average cost of senior living in Cool is $4,413 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Milo, IA with an average of $4,025 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Cool, IA vs. nearby cities

Cool, IA
$4,413/mo
$4,025/mo

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

Cool, IA
$4,413/mo
$4,345/mo
U.S. national average
$4,726/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,413/mo
$4,420/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,228/mo
Studio
$5,329/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,679/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,894/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Cool over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Cool, 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 Cool.

What families are saying about assisted living in Cool

Recent reviews for assisted living in Cool

The Bridges at Ankeny

4.8
My mom stayed at The Bridges for her rehab after her shoulder surgery. The therapy team was amazing and always took the time with her. She is grateful to have recovered and is back home. But, if we need to go somewhere in the future THE BRIDGES IS WHERE WE WOULD GO!!

Bishop Drumm Retirement Center in Johnston, IA

5.0
My dad is doing really good after picking this community from the list we got from A Place For Mom. He is enjoying the meals they make. He has tried some activities and he knows some people who live here. The staff has been great. I cant tell he is happy and when he calls he tells me good ...
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Walnut Ridge in Clive, IA

5.0
The ideal place for mom. The facility and staff have been perfect. The move was seamless. Mom is happy!

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Friendly and helpful staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of staff members at various communities. For example, at Independence Village of Ankeny, the staff goes the extra mile to ensure resident satisfaction, and at Independence Village of Pella, they create a homelike environment where residents ...
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Varied activities to accommodate different interests. Communities offer a range of activities to cater to residents' diverse interests. At Independence Village of Ankeny, residents participate in games, arts and crafts, music performances, and outings to local attractions. Some communities, like Independence Village of Waukee, even have on-site ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Cleanliness and upkeep are essential factors in residents' overall satisfaction with their senior living community. At Homestead of Oskaloosa, everything from the staff to the building itself is described as 'top notch'. In addition, some communities, such as Rock Creek Senior Living, have m ...
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Flexible and accommodating care plans. Many communities offer customized care plans to meet residents' changing needs. At Independence Village of Pella, staff members adapt care plans as necessary to ensure that residents receive the right level of assistance. Families appreciate the flexibility of these arrangements, as seen in re ...
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Supportive and attentive care for dementia and memory care residents. Several communities excel in providing specialized care for memory care residents, ensuring their safety and well-being. At Copper Shores Village, employees are described as 'really great with dementia patients', and at Edencrest at Beaverdale, the community offers a vibrant and engaging env ...
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Welcoming and inclusive community atmosphere. Communities that foster a warm and welcoming atmosphere help residents feel at home. At Edencrest at Beaverdale, residents love sitting out front and watching the traffic go by, while at Independence Village of Pella, the staff and residents form close-knit communities where everyone feels v ...
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Cool review score based on 211 family reviews

7.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 211 reviews of 92 Cool assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Cool 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

Cool review score compared against nearby cities

7.7
Cool, IA92 facilities
4.6
Milo, IA6 facilities
5.5
New Virginia, IA13 facilities

Review subcategories for Cool 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 211 reviews of 92 Cool assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Cool 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.
Cool, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
3.8
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.1
Value for cost*
3.8
4.1
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Cool assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cool assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cool, 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 Cool 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 Cool that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Cool, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
42.4%
52%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
22.8%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.7%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
53.3%
56.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
29.3%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.7%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
44.6%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Cool 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 Cool Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Cool, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
45.7%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
34.8%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
46.7%
40.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.1%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Cool 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 Cool partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cool, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.8%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.8%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
21.7%
36.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.7%
34.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.6%
13.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Cool 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 Cool communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cool, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.8%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38%
41.6%
Room service
Room service
35.9%
35.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.7%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cool 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 Cool offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cool, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
39.1%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
30.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.2%
29.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.7%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.4%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.9%
52%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37%
40.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.2%
33.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.5%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.3%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
42.4%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
22.8%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.4%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.2%
45.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Cool

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 Cool protect seniors.

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