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Assisted living costs in Otter Creek average about $3,481 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 18 communities in Otter Creek. Our detailed directory has 137 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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Photo of Trustwell Living at Eagle Pointe Place
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The staff has always been friendly and helpful whenever we have been there. They gave my mother in law extra attention the first few days to help her become confident and comfortable in her new home. This...
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.
Trustwell Living at Eagle Pointe Place is a Senior Living Community located in Dubuque, Iowa. We are on the end of a residential street in the northwest corner of town just south of the Dubuque Soccer Complex. We are minutes away from Dubuque's beautiful parks, accessible fishing piers and the...
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For the activities, they are really isn't as many as I hoped initially because of the director being on a leave of absence. And the overall experience was all right. Value for the money it is a costly...
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.
Here in Dubuque, Iowa lies a gem in senior living communities. Oak Park Place not only offers assisted living, but independent living, and memory care as well. Our goal here is to better the lives of our residents. Striving to keep them active, we offer countless opportunities to enhance and...
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I was in charge of my Uncle's care. I was not happy with the care he was receiving at an assisted living facility in Davenport Iowa, so I moved him to Clover Ridge Place in Maquoketa. I was very glad I did....
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.
Clover Ridge Place is located in the small rural community of Maquoketa, Iowa. Our community is located on a hill that overlooks the beautiful city of Maquoketa with acres of Iowa timber directly behind us. Clover Ridge Place has been in operation since May 4, 2000. In 2009 we were named, 'Iowa...
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I visited a friend at Ahva Living and found the staff to be very friendly, courteous and helpful. Ahva is a beautiful building with a historic value that lends to a very homelike environment. The residents...
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.
Ahva Living of East Dubuque was originally built as a school in 1893. This historic building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1982. The architecture is a Romanesque Revival style that is captivating. The last graduating class was in 1978. Residents and families can...
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Sunset Park has been a blessing for my mom. The staff is caring, compassionate and attentive to my mom’s needs. The activities are engaging. It is clean and decorated so it ‘feels like home’.
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.
Sunset Park Place Retirement Community is conveniently located in a quiet residential valley in the heart of the growing Tri-State area (Iowa/Wisconsin/Illinois), close to area hospitals, medical clinics and shopping. We have been an established presence in Eastern Iowa since 1996, providing...
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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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Riverbend has been a great place for our mom! She has independent living that is surrounded by a supporting staff, great neighbors, and the essentials one needs in a community filled environment. The staff...
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
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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.
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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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Photo of The Rose of Dubuque
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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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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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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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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 Prairie Ridge of Galena
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Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
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.
Prairie Ridge of Galena is the area's premier Independent Living and Memory Care community. Located in beautiful and historic Galena, Illinois, our state-of-the-art building began welcoming residents in August 2017. Residents of Prairie Ridge can expect the very best in retirement living; from...

Cost of assisted living in Otter Creek, IA

The average cost of senior living in Otter Creek is $3,481 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Farley, IA with an average of $3,207 per month.

Assisted living costs in Otter Creek, IA, vs. nearby cities

Otter Creek, IA
$3,481/mo
$3,481/mo
$3,963/mo

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

Otter Creek, IA
$3,481/mo
$4,480/mo
U.S. national average
$4,703/mo

Assisted living costs in Otter Creek, IA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,481/mo
$3,481/mo

Assisted living costs in Otter Creek, IA, by floor plan type

Studio
$4,215/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,161/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,412/mo

Senior living costs in Otter Creek 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: Otter Creek, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOtter Creek, IAIowaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,481/mo$4,480/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$3,481/mo$4,485/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living$1,938/mo$3,268/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Otter Creek, IA:$3,481/mo
Iowa:$4,480/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Otter Creek, IA:$3,481/mo
Iowa:$4,485/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Otter Creek, IA:$1,938/mo
Iowa:$3,268/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
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Assisted living costs in Otter Creek, IA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Otter Creek 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 Otter Creek, IA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Otter Creek 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
Otter Creek, IA$4,549/mo$3,945/mo+15.3%
Iowa$4,973/mo$4,425/mo+12.4%
National$5,091/mo$4,794/mo+6.2%
Otter Creek, IA
2024 average cost:$4,549/mo
2023 average cost:$3,945/mo
Percent change:+15.3%
Iowa
2024 average cost:$4,973/mo
2023 average cost:$4,425/mo
Percent change:+12.4%
National
2024 average cost:$5,091/mo
2023 average cost:$4,794/mo
Percent change:+6.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Otter Creek, 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 Otter Creek.

What families are saying about assisted living in Otter Creek

Recent reviews for assisted living in Otter Creek

River Bend Retirement Community in Cascade, IA

5.0
Approximately 5 years ago my parents spent a few months in this facility as one recuperated from surgery. At that time we were pleased by the facility & the care they received. As it became apparent to my siblings & myself that care was once again needed River Bend was the only place we ...
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Clover Ridge Place in Maquoketa, IA

4.8
We picked this community, because of the favorable reputation, and locality.It's nice people here. The staff, especially the older ones is very caring and helpful. The young ones have a lot to learn yet!

Oak Park Place - Dubuque

4.3
To be real honest they are in some ways the same as everyone else - struggle with staffing - turn over issues - the people are fine and seam to treat their clients well - they treat me fine and are helpful when needed - so I rated them a 4 mainly due to their shortage of personnel and turnover ...
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Otter Creek review score based on 41 family reviews

7.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 41 reviews of 15 Otter Creek assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Otter Creek 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

Otter Creek review score compared against nearby cities

7.0
Otter Creek, IA15 facilities
6.1
Zwingle, IA6 facilities
7.5
La Motte, IA69 facilities

Review subcategories for Otter Creek 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 41 reviews of 15 Otter Creek assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Otter Creek 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.
Otter Creek, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.3
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
4.3
4.0
Meals & dining
3.9
3.7
Activities
3.9
3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.7
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Otter Creek assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Otter Creek assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Otter Creek, 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 Otter Creek 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 Otter Creek 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
40%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
6.7%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
33.3%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.7%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
40%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Otter Creek 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 Otter Creek Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Otter Creek, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
46.7%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.3%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
6.7%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Otter Creek 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 Otter Creek partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Otter Creek, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.7%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Otter Creek 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 Otter Creek communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Otter Creek, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
6.7%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.3%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Otter Creek 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 Otter Creek offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Otter Creek, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.7%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.7%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
20%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Otter Creek

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