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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Early, IA
Assisted living costs in Early average about $3,570 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 11 communities in Early. Our detailed directory has 8 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 moved my folks here to the ridge in Dec 2023. My dad passed in Feb 2024. During his short stay, the staff did everything they could to make my dad comfortable. They were always kind and compassionate to...
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.
At Holstein Senior Living and The Ridge our "red carpet hospitality" and our focus on making our residents dreams come true, to our exceptional healthcare services and team member's, our focus is always to embrace every moment. This philosophy starts our belief that our residents come first.
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The staff at this community were nice and helpful during dad's stay. They did try to accommodate his dietary needs. The community is clean and well maintained. They offer some daily activities, outings and...
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.
Golden Horizons of Ida Grove is an assisted living community located in the quiet town of Ida Grove, IA. This quaint community is located in the north eastern portion of Iowa with plenty of fresh farm air to go around. Ida Grove is a wonderful place to reside and it is also a great place for...
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I am so happy with this community the staff are wonderful. I get to have different choices for my meals. When i do receive my meals they are very tasty balanced meals and the temperature for them is great....
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.
Scuyler Place Assisted Living is designed for couples or individuals. Our staff provide provide a friendly atmosphere that will make you feel right at home. Activities are planned and designed to help prevent the isolation that can result from physical challenges. Feel the independence of your...
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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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Our family couldn’t be happier with the care, love, and friendships that mom is getting at Otsego. We are second generation I guess you would say as my grandmother was there for 7 years. Mom was happy with...
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
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, Nursing Homes
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.
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 CorporationWillow Dale Wellness Village 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...
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Cost of assisted living in Early, IA
The average cost of senior living in Early is $3,570 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Newell, IA with an average of $3,155 per month.
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What families are saying about assisted living in Early
Recent reviews for assisted living in Early
Otsego Place in Storm Lake, IA
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Both my Mother and now my Mother in law have been residents of Otsego Place. It has given my husband and I a great feeling of comfort knowing these two ladies had the best of care. The staff are like family, the food is excellent, and there are lots of activies for them to participate in. ...
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Early assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Early assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Early, 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 Early 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 Early that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Early, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
37.5%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
37.5%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
48%
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 Early 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 Early Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Early, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
37.5%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
12.5%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
37.5%
41%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Early 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 Early partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Early, IANational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
12.5%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
12.5%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Early 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 Early communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Early, IANational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
12.5%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
25%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Early 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 Early offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Early, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
37.5%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
25%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
12.5%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.5%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
12.5%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
12.5%
29.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Early
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 Early protect seniors.
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Holstein Senior Living, Golden Horizons of Ida Grove and Stonebridge Suites are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Early, Iowa. See full list of communities.
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