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Assisted living costs in Paton average about $4,601 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 95 communities in Paton. Our detailed directory has 857 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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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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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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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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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, 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.
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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
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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
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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: 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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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
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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.
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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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, 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.
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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.
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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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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, 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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Provides: Assisted Living, Home 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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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
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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.
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
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Paton, IA

The average cost of senior living in Paton is $4,601 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Somers, IA with an average of $3,740 per month.

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

Paton, IA
$4,601/mo
$4,502/mo
$4,945/mo

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

Paton, IA
$4,601/mo
$4,401/mo
U.S. national average
$4,624/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,601/mo
$4,601/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,760/mo
Studio
$5,497/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,829/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,047/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$1,075/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Paton over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Paton, IA

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What families are saying about assisted living in Paton

Recent reviews for assisted living in Paton

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.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Attentive and accommodating staff. Reviews consistently mention the friendly and helpful nature of the staff at various communities, bending rules to ensure resident happiness. For example, at Independence Village of Waukee, the staff go the extra mile to accommodate residents' needs and are responsive to their concerns. At In ...
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Active and varied social activities. Activities were a key feature mentioned in many reviews, with families praising the wide range of offerings at communities like Independence Village of Waukee and Independence Village of Ames. Residents engage in social events, movie nights, museum outings, gardening classes, and more, helpi ...
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Thoughtfully designed apartment spaces. Reviews often mention the cleanliness and comfort of the private living spaces at communities. For instance, at Independence Village of Ankeny, residents enjoy large and well-appointed apartments with balconies, while at Woodlands Creek Senior Living, the facility's clean and modern design i ...
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Quality and variety of dining options. Throughout reviews, quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. For example, at Rock Creek Senior Living, the executive chef prepares delicious meals, while at Independence Village of Waukee, residents appreciate the choice of menus and ...
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Access to on-site health care services. Several reviews mention the importance of having health care services on-site, as seen at Independence Village of Waukee, where residents receive skilled nursing care, and at Independence Village of Ames, where a doctor is available. On-site care ensures peace of mind for families and provid ...
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Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Many reviews highlight the friendly and welcoming atmosphere of the communities, where residents feel at home. For instance, at Woodlands Creek Senior Living, the Woodlands Creek family becomes an extension of residents' families, while at Edencrest at Green Meadows, the staff go out of thei ...
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Paton review score based on 189 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 189 reviews of 85 Paton assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Paton 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

Paton review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
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8.1
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Review subcategories for Paton 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 189 reviews of 85 Paton assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Paton 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.
Paton, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.1
Value for cost*
3.7
4.1
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Paton assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Paton assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Paton, 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 Paton 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 Paton that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Paton, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
45.9%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25.9%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.1%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50.6%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.2%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.6%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
47.1%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
49.4%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Paton 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 Paton Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Paton, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
43.5%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30.6%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
44.7%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.1%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Paton 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 Paton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Paton, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.2%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.4%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.1%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.9%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Paton 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 Paton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Paton, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.1%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
30.6%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.8%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Paton 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 Paton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Paton, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.2%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.9%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.2%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.8%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.2%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.8%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.1%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.2%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.8%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
38.8%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
22.4%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.2%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.1%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Paton

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 Paton protect seniors.

Learn about Iowa Assisted Living regulations

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There are 95 assisted living facilities near Paton, Iowa. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Paton, Iowa are Independence Village of Waukee, Independence Village of Ames and Independence Village of Ankeny. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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