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Assisted living costs in Farlin average about $4,762 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 89 communities in Farlin. Our detailed directory has 775 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
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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.
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
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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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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.
At Windsor Manor Webster City, we believe that remaining connected to friends and loved ones, as well as the community and world at large, is a vital part of thriving as an older adult. We strive to diminish limitations by encouraging activity that stimulates the mind as well as the body, and we...
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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.
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Northridge Village has light, cheerful apartments with a convenient kitchen. There is a "family feel" with residents sincerely interested in being helpful and caring. We appreciate people in the medical...
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.
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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.
Heartwood House is an assisted living community located in the lovey and quaint city of Ames, Story County, Iowa. Ames is a picturesque midwestern town with lots of green grass, trees, and wide streets. This college town is actually considered to be one of the best college towns in the United...
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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.
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I've lived here less than a year, which has been an interesting year for everyone. It was handled well by everyone. I plan to live here the rest of my life.
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.
Kennybrook Village is a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) in Grimes, Iowa. Located near the entrance of the Kennybrook Estates Subdivision, Kennybrook Village is the first community of its kind in the Grimes area. A CCRC is a campus that is tailored to the needs of senior adults who...
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.
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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: 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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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, 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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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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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.
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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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My parents are at Senior Suites and I’ve known other people that Have lived there for years and it’s very caring ..wonderful place ..the food is great it’s always clean ...friendly ..we love it
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.
Senior Suites of Urbandale is located in a quiet residential Urbandale neighborhood (northwest suburb of Des Moines).  The Suites is our assisted living community, while the Veranda is our licensed memory loss center in a residential care setting.  Available to you are many 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 Farlin, IA

The average cost of senior living in Farlin is $4,762 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Farnhamville, IA with an average of $3,827 per month.

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

Farlin, IA
$4,762/mo
$4,530/mo
$4,687/mo

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

Farlin, IA
$4,762/mo
$4,405/mo
U.S. national average
$4,626/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,762/mo
$4,762/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,840/mo
Studio
$5,550/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,030/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,151/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$1,075/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Farlin over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Farlin, 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 Farlin.

What families are saying about assisted living in Farlin

Recent reviews for assisted living in Farlin

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!!

Meadowview of Johnston

4.4
The staff has been helpful for me when I have requested some changes to areas that I use. Housekeeping was just here to vacuum my apartment. We have been able to meet many of the residence here and they have been cordial to me and my wife. I'm not surprised that some are not happy with some ...
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Rock Creek Senior Living in Ankeny, IA

5.0
I would recommend this facility to others. All interactions that I have had with all of the staff have been great. Also, my mother has not had a complaint that she has told me about. So everything good. I can't rate the meals or activities as I haven't personally been involved with those.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Several reviews from Walnut Ridge, Independence Village of Ames, and Independence Village of Waukee praise the friendly and helpful nature of the staff at their communities. Residents and their families appreciate the approachable and caring demeanor of the staff members, who go the extra ...
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Varied activities and community events. Reviews for Independence Village of Ames, Independence Village of Waukee, and Independence Village of Ankeny mention the wide range of activities and community events that keep residents engaged and active. From movie nights and crafts to outings and exercise classes, there's always someth ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Numerous reviews across communities, including Rock Creek Senior Living, Independence Village of Ankeny, and MorningStar at Jordan Creek, highlight the importance of cleanliness and upkeep in their overall satisfaction with their living situation. Residents and their families appreciate th ...
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Flexible and accommodating care plans. Residents and their families at Woodlands Creek Senior Living, Independence Village of Waukee, and Independence Village of Ankeny share their appreciation for the flexible and accommodating care plans offered by their communities. Staff members work with each individual to create a customi ...
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Access to health care services on-site. Reviews for MorningStar at Jordan Creek, Independence Village of Waukee, and Rock Creek Senior Living reveal the importance of having health care services available on-site. Residents and their families feel reassured knowing that they have access to medical professionals and support when ...
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Communication between families and staff. Several families express their gratitude for the open and consistent communication they receive from their loved ones' communities, as seen in reviews for Independence Village of Ankeny, Independence Village of Waukee, and Independence Village of Ames. Clear and frequent updates on care an ...
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Farlin review score based on 158 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 158 reviews of 78 Farlin assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Farlin 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

Farlin review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Farlin, IA78 facilities
8.0
Jefferson, IA106 facilities
8.0
Churdan, IA8 facilities

Review subcategories for Farlin 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 158 reviews of 78 Farlin assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Farlin 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.
Farlin, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.1
Value for cost*
3.6
4.1
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Farlin assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Farlin assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Farlin, 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 Farlin 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 Farlin that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
44.9%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
26.9%
33.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.6%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
48.7%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.2%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.4%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.2%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
47.4%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Farlin 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 Farlin Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
43.6%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
29.5%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
43.6%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Farlin 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 Farlin partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19.2%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20.5%
40.1%
No sugar
No sugar
17.9%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.6%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.4%
14.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Farlin 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 Farlin communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
19.2%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
30.8%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.9%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Farlin 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 Farlin offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
39.7%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19.2%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.4%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.7%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.5%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.5%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.8%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.9%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.9%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.5%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
38.5%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
20.5%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.9%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Farlin

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 Farlin protect seniors.

Learn about Iowa Assisted Living regulations

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There are 89 assisted living facilities near Farlin, Iowa. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Farlin, Iowa are Independence Village of Waukee, Independence Village of Ames and Independence Village of Ankeny. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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