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Assisted living costs in Robison Whitaker Acres average about $4,397 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 9 communities in Robison Whitaker Acres. Our detailed directory has 139 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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Within two months we have moved my Mom into Copperwood's Memory Care and my Dad into Copperwood's Assisted Living. Although this process has been one of the most difficult and stressful in our family, the...
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.
Where Life Feels Familiar—and New Friendships BeginAt CopperWood Senior Living in Ankeny, we believe aging well means staying socially connected and genuinely cared for. In our hospitality-focused community—set in the walkable Prairie Trail neighborhood—residents enjoy purposeful living, vibrant...
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Very expensive when we didn't require much care. My mom would not leave her apartment so didn't receive a lot of care. Just meds and meals. My dad cleaned and did her laundry at their home. The apartment was...
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.
Welcome to Independence Village of Ames! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include assisted living, memory care and respite care. Throughout each service level, we...
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Windsor Manor staff feel like family. They get to know you on a personal level. They go above and beyond the expected, always. I would highly recommend them to others looking to place a loved one. Her time...
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.
Live the life at Windsor Manor Nevada! Experience the best of retirement living with the helpful support you need 24 hours a day. Our seniors love their spacious apartment homes with country views. They also enjoy time with their neighbors and friends in our beautiful community and blooming...
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It’s been a wonderful experience for my grandma. The care for my grandma is priority and Bickford of Ames has continuously shown her exceptionally good care and kindness. I would recommend Bickford of Ames...
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.
If you think there’s not much going on in a senior living community, you’ve never been to Bickford. Imagine your loved one enjoying delicious, scratch-made meals, having a friendly caregiver always nearby, and a calendar chock-full of social activities. Our family of caregivers will do whatever...
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It's a very nice place. I'm hearing their food is not always the best. It's like a senior living apartment and you add amenities you need for cost beyond your rent. You can add up to 2 meals a day, house...
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.
The Rose of Ames Affordable Assisted Living community is located in Ames, Iowa. The community has 56 units situated in a tranquil residential neighborhood on the border of Ames in Story County. It is also located in a part that has low crime rates making it quite safe for residents. The Mary...
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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.
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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
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.
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
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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Cost of assisted living in Robison Whitaker Acres, IA

The average cost of senior living in Robison Whitaker Acres is $4,397 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Valeria, IA with an average of $4,360 per month.

Assisted living costs in Robison Whitaker Acres, IA, vs. nearby cities

Robison Whitaker Acres, IA
$4,397/mo
$4,377/mo
$4,601/mo

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

Robison Whitaker Acres, IA
$4,397/mo
$4,480/mo
U.S. national average
$4,698/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,397/mo
$4,397/mo

Assisted living costs in Robison Whitaker Acres, IA, by floor plan type

Studio
$5,669/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,914/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,030/mo

Senior living costs in Robison Whitaker 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: Robison Whitaker Acres, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRobison Whitaker Acres, IAIowaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,397/mo$4,480/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,397/mo$4,485/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living$3,370/mo$3,268/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Robison Whitaker Acres, IA:$4,397/mo
Iowa:$4,480/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Robison Whitaker Acres, IA:$4,397/mo
Iowa:$4,485/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Robison Whitaker Acres, IA:$3,370/mo
Iowa:$3,268/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Assisted living costs in Robison Whitaker Acres, IA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Robison Whitaker 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Robison Whitaker Acres, IA$2,929/mo$4,702/mo-37.7%
Iowa$4,339/mo$4,560/mo-4.9%
National$4,708/mo$4,538/mo+3.7%
Robison Whitaker Acres, IA
2024 average cost:$2,929/mo
2023 average cost:$4,702/mo
Percent change:-37.7%
Iowa
2024 average cost:$4,339/mo
2023 average cost:$4,560/mo
Percent change:-4.9%
National
2024 average cost:$4,708/mo
2023 average cost:$4,538/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Robison Whitaker 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 Robison Whitaker Acres.

What families are saying about assisted living in Robison Whitaker Acres

Recent reviews for assisted living in Robison Whitaker 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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Robison Whitaker Acres review score based on 26 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 26 reviews of 8 Robison Whitaker Acres assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Robison Whitaker 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

Robison Whitaker Acres review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Robison Whitaker Acres, IA8 facilities
8.6
Maxwell, IA19 facilities
8.6
Cambridge, IA17 facilities

Review subcategories for Robison Whitaker 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 26 reviews of 8 Robison Whitaker Acres assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Robison Whitaker 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.
Robison Whitaker Acres, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.1
Friendliness
4.3
4.2
Care services
4.0
3.8
Staff
4.2
4.0
Meals & dining
4.2
3.7
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
2.3
3.7
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Robison Whitaker Acres assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Robison Whitaker Acres assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Robison Whitaker 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 Robison Whitaker 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 Robison Whitaker 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
62.5%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
37.5%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
87.5%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
50%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
87.5%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.5%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.5%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Robison Whitaker 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 Robison Whitaker Acres Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Robison Whitaker Acres, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25%
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
25%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Robison Whitaker 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 Robison Whitaker Acres partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Robison Whitaker Acres, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
12.5%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.5%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Robison Whitaker 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 Robison Whitaker Acres communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Robison Whitaker Acres, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
25%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Robison Whitaker 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 Robison Whitaker Acres offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
37.5%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.5%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.5%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.5%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.5%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.5%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
37.5%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
25%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Robison Whitaker 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 Robison Whitaker Acres protect seniors.
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