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6 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Murray, IA

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Assisted living costs in Murray average about $6,408 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 6 communities in Murray. Our detailed directory has 7 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.

As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Creston, Winterset and Osceola.

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Photo of Homestead of Creston
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33 Floor plans available
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What we like the most about Homestead of Creston is that the staff consistently attempt to interact with mom even though she doesn't often acknowledge
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.
As we turn the pages of our lives – growing up, working, experiencing loves and losses, raising our own children – we all experience times when we need a little extra help. At Prairie View Assisted Living, we have created an environment which combines and celebrates these memorable aspects of...
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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.
40 miles from Des Moines and conveniently located near I-35 and Lakeside Hotel & Casino, Homestead of Osceola is a senior living community that offers residents high quality memory care and assisted living in Osceola, IA.What is assisted living? Assisted living is for those who can no longer...
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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 Winterset Madison Square
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.
Photo of Westview Acres Care Ctr
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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Cost of assisted living in Murray, IA

The average cost of senior living in Murray is $6,408 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Shannon City, IA with an average of $4,087 per month.

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

Murray, IA
$6,408/mo
$4,354/mo
$4,495/mo

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

Murray, IA
$6,408/mo
$4,401/mo
U.S. national average
$4,624/mo

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

Assisted Living
$6,408/mo
$6,408/mo

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

Studio
$6,653/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,920/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Murray, 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 Murray.

What families are saying about assisted living in Murray

Recent reviews for assisted living in Murray

Homestead of Creston

5.0
My loved one really enjoyed his experience at Homestead of Creston. He especially loved the staff and being teased by them. It was a great experience.

Murray assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Murray assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Murray, 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 Murray 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 Murray that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Murray, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
40%
52.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
40%
56.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40%
48%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Murray 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 Murray Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Murray, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
40%
51.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
40%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Murray 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 Murray partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Murray, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40%
26.8%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
36.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
40%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Murray 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 Murray communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Murray, IANational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
40%
35.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Murray 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 Murray offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Murray, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
20%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
20%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
40.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Murray

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 Murray protect seniors.

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Homestead of Creston, Homestead of Osceola and Evelyn's Guest Home are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Murray, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 6 assisted living facilities near Murray, Iowa. See the full list.

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