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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Hard Scratch, IA
If you’re looking for assisted living in Hard Scratch, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Hard Scratch or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Hard Scratch.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Hard Scratch for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 13 assisted living facilities in the Hard Scratch area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like The Fort Omaha, Woodhurst and RANA, Redick Ave.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Missouri Valley, Minden and Moorhead.
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9.0
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14 reviews
I truly believe that if we hadn't found Country House for my mom, she wouldn't be with us anymore. The prior facility she was living in didn't give her the attention and care she needed and I honestly...
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.
CountryHouse in Council Bluffs was designed and is staffed specifically to benefit individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia. From our many years of experience working with those needing memory care and their families, we know that consistency, security, comfort and...
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2 reviews
This facility was built and designed for people with memory loss. No detail was missed. This facility was in western Iowa and was the only facility that catered to this specific issue .Our coordinator with A...
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.
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I would recommend to others. They have been very helpful. We picked this community because it's a very nice, and friendly community.
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.
1- and 2-BR affordable assisted living in spacious private apartments with 24-hour monitoring and assisted living services available on-site; social programming in beautifully appointed community areas, including central dining. Attractive landscaped grounds include patios, water features, and...
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27 reviews
Was very thankful to Amelia House for taking Mom on. I think she was a difficult case with her issues, but she could walk to dining room and back so that helped her stay. The place and Mom's room was always...
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.
We are proud to offer seniors a suite of assisted care services that make everyday living in their home in our community easier and more enjoyable. We provide housekeeping, laundry, meal service, activities and much more to create a vibrant environment for our residents. Contact us for more...
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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.
Just 10 minutes north of Omaha, Autumn Pointe is a locally owned and operated assisted-living residence that’s perfect for the person desirous of quality and affordable accommodations in a safe small-town atmosphere. At the same time, our proximity to Omaha allows all the advantages that being...
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Carter Place is filled with a skilled, caring and friendly staff. The rooms are comfortable, well maintained and clean. They offer a wide array of activities for all to enjoy. The facility is sized right,...
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.
Carter Place is located in the quiet countryside just outside of Blair, Nebraska. We offer assisted living with all of the comforts of home. Your health and safety is our top priority:On site 24 hour a day Registered NurseShort term care availableAssistance with medication and daily...
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I visited a bunch of places and this community is better than all the rest. All other places that I have seen are like prisons for old people. The staff are very friendly and knowledgeable. They are also...
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.
Hansen house is a residential care home located in the serene city of Council Bluffs, Iowa which is the county seat for Pottawattamie County. Strategically located in close proximity to the home are a number of major healthcare providers in the area, as well as churches, parks and drug stores....
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.
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, 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.
“Great Friends, Great times and a Great Place to Call Home” More than a motto for Bethany Heights, this is our goal for every resident. If you are searching for a home for your loved one where they can live independently in a safe, friendly atmosphere, look no further! At Bethany Heights, we...
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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Cost of assisted living in Hard Scratch, IA
The average cost of senior living in Hard Scratch is $3,778 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Persia, IA with an average of $3,189 per month.
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What families are saying about assisted living in Hard Scratch
Recent reviews for assisted living in Hard Scratch
Hansen House in Council Bluffs, IA
4.0
My dad is doing very well since moving here. He really likes the residents he has already made some friends. He is doing some of the activities. He is really liking the food which was a concern in the beginning but that has worked out well. The staff is very good they are polite and friendly ...
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Hansen House Harlan
5.0
Very clean and a kind, helpful and friendly staff. New construction, great reviews, and the administration is also.
Amelia Senior Living in Council Bluffs, IA
5.0
I want to thank everyone at Amelia but especially [name removed] for doing such a phenomenal job. They made our whole experience so easy, and stressful. [name removed] communicated and helped me every step of the way. It is clean, with a warm feel about it. My mom has had nothing but good things ...
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Hard Scratch assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hard Scratch assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hard Scratch, 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 Hard Scratch 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 Hard Scratch that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Hard Scratch, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66.7%
51.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
58.3%
56.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
41.7%
29.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
58.3%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
58.3%
52.9%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Hard Scratch 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 Hard Scratch Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Hard Scratch, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
50.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.3%
31.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.7%
40.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
33.3%
13.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Hard Scratch 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 Hard Scratch partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hard Scratch, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
8.3%
26.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
34.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Hard Scratch 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 Hard Scratch communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hard Scratch, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
8.3%
30.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.7%
41.1%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
34.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hard Scratch 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 Hard Scratch offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hard Scratch, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
58.3%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
30.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
29.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.3%
48%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75%
51.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
40.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
33.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.7%
36.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.7%
45.5%
Live performances
Live performances
58.3%
45.8%
Dances
Dances
25%
28.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8.3%
23.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.3%
44.7%
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State regulations for assisted living in Hard Scratch
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 Hard Scratch protect seniors.
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CountryHouse at Council Bluffs, Hansen House Harlan and The Rose of Council Bluffs are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Hard Scratch, Iowa. See full list of communities.
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