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Assisted living costs in Cricket average about $4,709 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 72 communities in Cricket. Our detailed directory has 403 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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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.
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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.
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.
Photo of The Kindred House of Ottumwa
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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.
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 Sunnyslope 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.
Photo of Auburn Manor
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.
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, 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 CorporationManor House 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...
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, 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
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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: 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.
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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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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...
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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, 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.

Cost of assisted living in Cricket, IA

The average cost of senior living in Cricket is $4,709 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Chillicothe, IA with an average of $4,495 per month.

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

Cricket, IA
$4,709/mo
$5,871/mo
$5,871/mo

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

Cricket, IA
$4,709/mo
$4,480/mo
U.S. national average
$4,698/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,709/mo
$4,733/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,011/mo
Studio
$5,118/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,639/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,088/mo

Senior living costs in Cricket 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: Cricket, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCricket, IAIowaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,709/mo$4,480/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,733/mo$4,485/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living$4,190/mo$3,268/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Cricket, IA:$4,709/mo
Iowa:$4,480/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Cricket, IA:$4,733/mo
Iowa:$4,485/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Cricket, IA:$4,190/mo
Iowa:$3,268/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Assisted living costs in Cricket, IA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Cricket 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 Cricket, IA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Cricket 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
Cricket, IA$5,112/mo$5,103/mo+0.2%
Iowa$5,091/mo$4,947/mo+2.9%
National$5,322/mo$5,061/mo+5.2%
Cricket, IA
2024 average cost:$5,112/mo
2023 average cost:$5,103/mo
Percent change:+0.2%
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 Cricket, 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 Cricket.

What families are saying about assisted living in Cricket

Recent reviews for assisted living in Cricket

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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Homestead of Knoxville Assisted Living

5.0
I would highly recommend Homestead. I would be happy to live there if I ever become unable to care for myself. The kitchen around mealtime smelled wonderful. Lots of areas to gather and socialize. Wide hallways with sitting areas spaced out so you can rest if you have a long trek to the mess ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff. Many reviews mention the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff at different communities, such as Holland Farms and Independence Village. Residents and their families appreciate the kindness and attentiveness of the caregivers, making for a positive living experience.
Caring and attentive caregivers. Reviews for various communities, including Holland Farms and Independence Village, highlight the excellent care provided by the staff. Residents and their families express gratitude for the support and assistance offered, ensuring a sense of security and comfort.
Varied and engaging activities. Communities like Holland Farms and Independence Village offer a wide range of activities to cater to the interests of their residents. From social events and outings to hobbies and classes, these programs help residents stay active and engaged.
Well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of facilities at communities like Independence Village and Homestead of Centerville. The focus on maintaining a pleasant living environment is appreciated by residents and their families.
Individualized care plans. Several communities, including Homestead of Knoxville and Windsor Manor, are commended for their personalized approach to care. Staff members take the time to understand each resident's unique needs and create custom care plans.
Competent and responsive staff. Reviews for various communities, such as Independence Village and Homestead of Knoxville, highlight the competence and responsiveness of the staff. Families feel assured that their loved ones are well cared for and their concerns are addressed promptly.
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Cricket review score based on 94 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 94 reviews of 51 Cricket assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Cricket 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

Cricket review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Cricket, IA51 facilities
9.1
Bussey, IA15 facilities
9.1
Hamilton, IA17 facilities

Review subcategories for Cricket 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 94 reviews of 51 Cricket assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Cricket 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.
Cricket, 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
3.8
3.7
Activities
4.1
3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.7
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Cricket assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cricket assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cricket, 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 Cricket 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 Cricket that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Cricket, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
37.3%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
15.7%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
47.1%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.5%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
37.3%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
35.3%
52.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Cricket 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 Cricket Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Cricket, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
45.1%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.3%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
41.2%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.6%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Cricket 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 Cricket partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cricket, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19.6%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15.7%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
13.7%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
17.6%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Cricket 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 Cricket communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cricket, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
17.6%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25.5%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.6%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cricket 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 Cricket offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cricket, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
35.3%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.7%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.6%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.2%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.3%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.1%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.3%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.6%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.5%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.3%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
21.6%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.6%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Cricket

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 Cricket protect seniors.
Learn about Iowa assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Independence Village of Pella, Holland Farms and Addington Place of Des Moines are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Cricket, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 72 assisted living facilities near Cricket, Iowa. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Cricket, Iowa is Independence Village of Pella. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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