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Assisted living costs in Oakland Acres average about $4,701 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 106 communities in Oakland Acres. Our detailed directory has 983 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, 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.
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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.
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...
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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: 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, 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.
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Northridge Village has light, cheerful apartments with a convenient kitchen. There is a "family feel" with residents sincerely interested in being helpful and caring. We appreciate people in the medical...
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.
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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.
Heartwood House is an assisted living community located in the lovey and quaint city of Ames, Story County, Iowa. Ames is a picturesque midwestern town with lots of green grass, trees, and wide streets. This college town is actually considered to be one of the best college towns in the United...
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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.
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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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.
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.

Cost of assisted living in Oakland Acres, IA

The average cost of senior living in Oakland Acres is $4,701 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Colfax, IA with an average of $4,166 per month.

Assisted living costs in Oakland Acres, IA, vs. nearby cities

Oakland Acres, IA
$4,701/mo
$4,822/mo
$4,448/mo

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

Oakland Acres, IA
$4,701/mo
$4,480/mo
U.S. national average
$4,705/mo

Assisted living costs in Oakland Acres, IA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,701/mo
$4,726/mo

Assisted living costs in Oakland Acres, IA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,356/mo
Studio
$5,627/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,790/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,248/mo

Senior living costs in Oakland Acres 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: Oakland Acres, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOakland Acres, IAIowaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,701/mo$4,480/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$4,726/mo$4,485/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living$3,214/mo$3,268/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Oakland Acres, IA:$4,701/mo
Iowa:$4,480/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Oakland Acres, IA:$4,726/mo
Iowa:$4,485/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Oakland Acres, IA:$3,214/mo
Iowa:$3,268/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
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Assisted living costs in Oakland Acres, IA, over time

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

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Assisted living cost trends in Oakland Acres, IA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Oakland Acres 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Oakland Acres, IA$5,175/mo$5,001/mo+3.5%
Iowa$5,102/mo$5,027/mo+1.5%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Oakland Acres, IA
2024 average cost:$5,175/mo
2023 average cost:$5,001/mo
Percent change:+3.5%
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 Oakland Acres, 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 Oakland Acres.

What families are saying about assisted living in Oakland Acres

Recent reviews for assisted living in Oakland Acres

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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Northridge Village in Ames, IA

5.0
Northridge VIllage is a very professionally run community with compassionate, efficient personnel. The atmosphere is friendly and welcoming for residents' demeanors and outlooks. The healthful meals are tasty, nicely varied and attractive and we appreciate the cleanliness of handling foodstuffs. ...
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The Rose of East Des Moines

4.8
We are very happy with The Rose of East Des Moines. They are clean and the staff is very friendly. We thought the medicaid thing would be easier to do, that has added a little extra expense. The nurses are fantastic, the care is great. The activities have a really great variety, Wii Bowling, ...
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Oakland Acres review score based on 233 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 233 reviews of 86 Oakland Acres assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Oakland Acres 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

Oakland Acres review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Oakland Acres, IA86 facilities
8.5
Kellogg, IA121 facilities
8.4
Grinnell, IA89 facilities

Review subcategories for Oakland Acres 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 233 reviews of 86 Oakland Acres assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Oakland Acres 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.
Oakland Acres, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
4.0
4.0
Meals & dining
3.7
3.7
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.4
3.7
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Oakland Acres assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Oakland Acres assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Oakland Acres, 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 Oakland Acres 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 Oakland Acres 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
46.5%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
23.3%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.5%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
55.8%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.2%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.5%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
44.2%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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52.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Oakland Acres 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 Oakland Acres Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Oakland Acres, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
46.5%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.7%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
48.8%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.3%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Oakland Acres 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 Oakland Acres partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Oakland Acres, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.3%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.1%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
22.1%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.6%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.8%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Oakland Acres 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 Oakland Acres communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Oakland Acres, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.1%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.9%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
33.7%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.6%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Oakland Acres 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 Oakland Acres offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Oakland Acres, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
39.5%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.9%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.3%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.7%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.9%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.7%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.9%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.4%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.5%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
39.5%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
26.7%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.2%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Oakland Acres

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

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Windsor Manor Grinnell, Independence Village of Pella and CopperWood Senior Living at Prairie Trail are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Oakland Acres, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 106 assisted living facilities near Oakland Acres, Iowa. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Oakland Acres, 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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