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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Hamilton County, IA

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Assisted living costs in Hamilton County average about $4,681 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 76 communities in Hamilton County. Our detailed directory has 442 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
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 CorporationDumont Wellness 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
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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, 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.
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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
Care types provided by this community
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.
At Almost Like Home, we believe a smaller home-like setting is often the best solution for someone with increasing memory loss. This environment helps to minimize confusion and give the resident a sense of security.We excel in providing consistent on-site 24 hour care by a staff that receives...
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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
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.
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
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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, 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 CorporationConcord 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 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.
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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 Hamilton County, IA

The average cost of senior living in Hamilton County is $4,681 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Alden, IA with an average of $3,228 per month.

Assisted living costs in Hamilton County, IA, vs. nearby counties

Hamilton County, IA
$4,681/mo
$4,547/mo

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

Hamilton County, IA
$4,681/mo
$4,480/mo
U.S. national average
$4,703/mo

Assisted living costs in Hamilton County, IA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,681/mo
$4,703/mo

Assisted living costs in Hamilton County, IA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,260/mo
Studio
$5,753/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,765/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,439/mo

Senior living costs in Hamilton County 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: Hamilton County, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHamilton County, IAIowaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,681/mo$4,480/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$4,703/mo$4,485/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living$3,597/mo$3,268/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Hamilton County, IA:$4,681/mo
Iowa:$4,480/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Hamilton County, IA:$4,703/mo
Iowa:$4,485/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Hamilton County, IA:$3,597/mo
Iowa:$3,268/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
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Assisted living costs in Hamilton County, IA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Hamilton County 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.

Hamilton County, IAIA stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Hamilton County, IA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Hamilton County 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
Hamilton County, IA$5,016/mo$4,827/mo+3.9%
Iowa$5,102/mo$5,027/mo+1.5%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Hamilton County, IA
2024 average cost:$5,016/mo
2023 average cost:$4,827/mo
Percent change:+3.9%
Iowa
2024 average cost:$5,102/mo
2023 average cost:$5,027/mo
Percent change:+1.5%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Hamilton County, 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 Hamilton County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Hamilton County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Hamilton County

Perry Lutheran Homes Spring Valley Campus

4.8
I have always been happy with the environment and helpful and friendly staff. The tenants seem happy to live there and enjoy all the activities they get to do. They enjoy going on outings too. Also live entertainment coming in most every week.

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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Parker Place in Parkersburg, IA

5.0
That they were very helpful getting him settled in when admitted. In contact with me on his likes on what to do n to keep busy, etc. I'd give a positive experience and recommend taking a look at. We picked this community, because they had a shared room price, friendly staff on tour, clean. ...
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Hamilton County review score based on 103 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 103 reviews of 61 Hamilton County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Hamilton County 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

Hamilton County review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Hamilton County, IA61 facilities
8.4
Kamrar, IA74 facilities
8.0
Blairsburg, IA7 facilities

Review subcategories for Hamilton County 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 103 reviews of 61 Hamilton County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Hamilton County 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.
Hamilton County, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.2
Care services
3.7
3.8
Staff
3.9
4.0
Meals & dining
3.6
3.7
Activities
3.4
3.7
Value for cost*
3.0
3.7
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Hamilton County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hamilton County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hamilton County, 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 Hamilton County 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 Hamilton County 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
44.3%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
24.6%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.7%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.4%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
49.2%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
24.6%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.7%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
45.9%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
44.3%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Hamilton County 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 Hamilton County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Hamilton County, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
41%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
24.6%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
41%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.1%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Hamilton County 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 Hamilton County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hamilton County, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.3%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21.3%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
21.3%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.9%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.2%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Hamilton County 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 Hamilton County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hamilton County, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.8%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.9%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
26.2%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.4%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hamilton County 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 Hamilton County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hamilton County, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
32.8%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.3%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34.4%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
39.3%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.9%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.3%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.2%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.8%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
34.4%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
21.3%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.6%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
24.6%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Hamilton County

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