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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Lucas, IA
Assisted living costs in Lucas average about $4,630 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 101 communities in Lucas. Our detailed directory has 1018 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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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.
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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.
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.
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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...
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Cost of assisted living in Lucas, IA
The average cost of senior living in Lucas is $4,630 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Allerton, IA with an average of $3,413 per month.
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Lucas, IA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Lucas
Recent reviews for assisted living in Lucas
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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Edencrest at Beaverdale in Des Moines, IA
5.0
Fun, vibrant, safe and clean. The staff treat your parent/family member with respect and kindness. Not a cold sterile old folks home. A place they can still be adults and not just another number.
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Wide range of engaging activities. Residents across multiple communities appreciate the diverse selection of activities offered, which cater to various interests and abilities. At Edencrest at Riverwoods, for instance, residents can join in on activities like Wii bowling, crafts, and outings to local attractions. At Independen ...
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Friendly and helpful staff. Staff members are consistently described as kind, caring, and dedicated to providing excellent service. At Independence Village of Pella, for example, the staff is praised for their attentiveness and ability to accommodate individual needs, while at Copper Shores Village, residents appreciat ...
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Well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities, including the private rooms, common areas, and outdoor spaces. At Rock Creek Senior Living, the modern, clean feel of the facility is noted, while at Homestead of Knoxville Assisted Living, the staff is commended for ...
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Gradual care options for varying needs. Several communities, such as Independence Village of Waukee and Homestead of Creston, offer care options that allow for gradual transitions, ensuring that residents receive the appropriate level of support as their needs change. This is a major factor in the peace of mind for families and th ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. Many residents express satisfaction with the quality of the food and the flexibility of meal options. At Independence Village of Pella, for example, the fantastic dining options are highlighted, while at Independence Village of Ankeny, residents appreciate the accommodations made for dietary ...
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Strong sense of community. Several reviews mention the strong sense of community within the facilities, with residents making friendships and feeling welcomed and supported. At Vintage Hills of Indianola, for instance, residents are described as family, while at Woodlands Creek Senior Living, the staff is praised for ...
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Lucas review score based on 226 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 226 reviews of 83 Lucas assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Lucas 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
Lucas review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Lucas 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 226 reviews of 83 Lucas assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Lucas 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.Lucas, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
3.9
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.1
Value for cost*
3.9
4.1
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Lucas assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lucas assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lucas, 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 Lucas 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 Lucas that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Lucas, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
48.2%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
26.5%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
59%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.7%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.4%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50.6%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
51.8%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Lucas 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 Lucas Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Lucas, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50.6%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
37.3%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
53%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.5%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lucas 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 Lucas partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lucas, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24.1%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
24.1%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
24.1%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
24.1%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.4%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Lucas 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 Lucas communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lucas, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.5%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
38.6%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.1%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lucas 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 Lucas offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lucas, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
43.4%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.7%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.1%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.2%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49.4%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.3%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.7%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.4%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
44.6%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
26.5%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.7%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.8%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Lucas
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 Lucas protect seniors.
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Independence Village of Pella, Independence Village of Waukee and Independence Village of Ankeny are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Lucas, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 101 assisted living facilities near Lucas, Iowa. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Lucas, Iowa are Independence Village of Pella, Independence Village of Waukee and Independence Village of Ankeny. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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