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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Exira, IA
Assisted living costs in Exira average about $4,147 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 45 communities in Exira. Our detailed directory has 83 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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First impression was great we think the staff team there does amazing work. When it comes to the value for cost we do think our loved one is in the best place he could be. We are still not able to come to...
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.
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My Mom was diagnosed with Alzheimer's over 7 years ago. My Dad is 93, she is 90; they have been married for 69 years. Thanks to my amazing siblings, we were able to keep Mom at home until recently. While it...
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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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.
The Gardens Retirement Community of Ocean Springs, Mississippi, offers all the amenities that every senior could enjoy. Our staff is here to help adjust to new living circumstances and offer a helping hand to adjust to the new setting. We have a passion for enriching the lives of seniors and...
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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: 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.
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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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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.
Cost of assisted living in Exira, IA
The average cost of senior living in Exira is $4,147 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Adair, IA with an average of $2,987 per month.
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Exira, IA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Exira
Recent reviews for assisted living in Exira
Oakland Heights Assisted Living
4.8
Recently my father has been needing more help and we have looked at several assisted living places. We have had such a positive experience in a very difficult time. Thank you Oakland Assisted Living, we look forward to moving forward with you.
Homestead of Creston
5.0
My loved one really enjoyed his experience at Homestead of Creston. He especially loved the staff and being teased by them. It was a great experience.
Arlington Place of Red Oak
5.0
I was at Arlington Place of Red Oak for a short stay. In that amount of time, everything at this facility seemed fine in every aspect! I think that everything was great. I would recommend this facility to others.
Exira assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Exira assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Exira, 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 Exira 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 Exira that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Exira, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
41.7%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
11.1%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.4%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
44.4%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.8%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.2%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
38.9%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
38.9%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Exira 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 Exira Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Exira, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
41.7%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
22.2%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
33.3%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
8.3%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Exira 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 Exira partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Exira, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19.4%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.7%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
19.4%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
35.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.8%
14%
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Availability of select dining options in Exira 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 Exira communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Exira, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.1%
30.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.8%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
27.8%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Exira 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 Exira offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Exira, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
38.9%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.2%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.7%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.1%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.7%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
13.9%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.2%
37.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
36.1%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
29.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.9%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Exira
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 Exira protect seniors.
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