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Assisted living costs in Mingo average about $4,813 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 124 communities in Mingo. Our detailed directory has 1305 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: 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.
Photo of Legacy Pointe of Waukee
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, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes, 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.
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.
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Active. Engaged. Pursuing the full richness of life. It doesn’t just happen by itself. It’s a choice those who live at The Village make. They choose to be passionate, not passive. They embrace being participants, not just spectators, wrapping their arms around opportunity and adventure. Because...
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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.
Photo of Fair Haven East
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.
Photo of Hilltop Manor
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.
Photo of Shirlee's Retirement Home
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.
Shirlee's Retirement Home offers a lot of services for the elderly in Indianola, Iowa. Not only are they focused on their nursing home, but also have assisted living, senior community, and is a micro community. The nursing home facility of Shirlee's Retirement Home offers help to those in need on...
Photo of Pella Manor
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.
Photo of Prairie Village-Knoxville
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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Photo of Homestead of Knoxville Memory Care
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Photo of Timberland Village
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.
Photo of Cedar Place
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, 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.
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, 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, Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
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
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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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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.
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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The rooms are nice, you can bring your own furniture so you can make it feel like home.
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.
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.

Cost of assisted living in Mingo, IA

The average cost of senior living in Mingo is $4,813 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Colfax, IA with an average of $4,167 per month.

Assisted living costs in Mingo, IA, vs. nearby cities

Mingo, IA
$4,813/mo
$4,360/mo
$4,167/mo

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

Mingo, IA
$4,813/mo
$4,480/mo
U.S. national average
$4,703/mo

Assisted living costs in Mingo, IA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,813/mo
$4,837/mo

Assisted living costs in Mingo, IA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,294/mo
Studio
$5,713/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,992/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,384/mo

Senior living costs in Mingo 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: Mingo, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMingo, IAIowaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,813/mo$4,480/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$4,837/mo$4,485/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living$2,877/mo$3,268/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Mingo, IA:$4,813/mo
Iowa:$4,480/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Mingo, IA:$4,837/mo
Iowa:$4,485/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Mingo, IA:$2,877/mo
Iowa:$3,268/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
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Assisted living costs in Mingo, IA, over time

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

Mingo, IAIA stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Mingo, IA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Mingo 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
Mingo, IA$5,290/mo$5,301/mo-0.2%
Iowa$5,102/mo$5,027/mo+1.5%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Mingo, IA
2024 average cost:$5,290/mo
2023 average cost:$5,301/mo
Percent change:-0.2%
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 Mingo, 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 Mingo.

What families are saying about assisted living in Mingo

Recent reviews for assisted living in Mingo

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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Edencrest at Timberline in Urbandale, IA

4.4
Included in the price is transportation to social or medical events. They attempt to get input for social events and the menu from residents. The staff regardless of position chip in where needed to meet the needs of residents. The assistance given those in assisted living is defined in an ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at their community. At Homestead of Oskaloosa, the staff is described as 'top notch' and 'always calling mom by name.' Residents of Independence Village of Pella appreciate the staff's willingness to go the extra mile and th ...
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Wide range of activities. Residents find joy in the variety of activities offered at their communities, from musical performances to outings and group exercises. At Edencrest at Beaverdale, the staff organizes activities that cater to different interests and keep residents engaged. Families of Independence Village of ...
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Delicious meals and dining experiences. Nutritious and tasty meals are a high priority for many residents and their families. At Rock Creek Senior Living, the restaurant-style dining and 'great food' are mentioned frequently. The dedicated chefs at Independence Village of Ankeny cater to individual dietary needs and preferences, e ...
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Thoughtful accommodations and care. The communities provide thoughtful accommodations tailored to the needs of their residents. At Independence Village of Pella, the staff are praised for their attentiveness and ability to adapt to residents' changing needs. Families of Copper Shores Village appreciate the staff's responsiveness ...
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Community atmosphere and socialization. Living in a community setting fosters socialization and a sense of belonging among residents. At MorningStar at Jordan Creek, families valued the 'family' feel of the community and the opportunity for their loved ones to build friendships. At Homestead of Knoxville Assisted Living, residents ...
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Access to on-site health care services. Having health care services available on-site is essential for many residents and their families. At Independence Village of Waukee, the presence of a doctor on site and skilled nursing care are significant factors in their decision to move their loved one to the community. Families of Copper ...
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Mingo review score based on 302 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 302 reviews of 102 Mingo assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Mingo 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

Mingo review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Mingo, IA102 facilities
8.2
Valeria, IA12 facilities
7.8
Colfax, IA7 facilities

Review subcategories for Mingo 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 302 reviews of 102 Mingo assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Mingo 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.
Mingo, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.2
Care services
3.7
3.8
Staff
4.0
4.0
Meals & dining
3.6
3.7
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.5
3.7
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Mingo assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mingo assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mingo, 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 Mingo 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 Mingo that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Mingo, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
47.1%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25.5%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.1%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
58.8%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.1%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
48%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
52.9%
52.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Mingo 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 Mingo Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Mingo, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
48%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
37.3%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.7%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mingo 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 Mingo partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mingo, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.5%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
24.5%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
22.5%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.4%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.9%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Mingo 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 Mingo communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mingo, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25.5%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.2%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
37.3%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.5%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mingo 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 Mingo offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mingo, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
43.1%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.5%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.5%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.1%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.2%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.4%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.1%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
44.1%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
29.4%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.2%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Mingo

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

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Independence Village of Pella, CopperWood Senior Living at Prairie Trail and Independence Village of Waukee are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Mingo, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 124 assisted living facilities near Mingo, Iowa. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Mingo, Iowa are Independence Village of Pella and Independence Village of Ames. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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