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Assisted living costs in University Park average about $4,801 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 17 communities in University Park. Our detailed directory has 160 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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It has been a very good experience. It is a very nice place. I love all of the people there. Very kind. Apartment sizes are great.
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 Maple Ridge Assisted Living, we have created an environment which combines and celebrates these memorable aspects of...
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This great place to live!! 5 on all. We have some fun times. Are very comfortable and well cared for. Yes, I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
Welcome to Independence Village of Pella! 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 independent living, assisted living and memory care. Throughout each service...
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What we like the most about the community is the cleanliness and security are good. Meals could use some help. Yes, we would recommend the River Valley Place of Ottumwa community to other families based on...
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.
River Valley Place is a senior living community that provides a home away from home for seniors in Ottumwa, Iowa. We offer a variety of services and amenities to meet the needs of our residents, including:• Restaurant-style dining• Life-enrichment activities• Flexible TransportationWe offer both...
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Homestead of Albia have taken excellent care of my mother in law. They provide many types of activities. My mother in law is able to go with staff to the store shopping, to the ice cream shop for a sweet...
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.
At Homestead of Albia, we strive to offer residents the care and personalized assistance they need. Care is offered around the clock, seven days a week, by our certified nursing staff. Beautiful, yet comfortable suites allow us to offer convenient assistance in your own personal environment,...
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
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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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The rooms are nice, you can bring your own furniture so you can make it feel like home.
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.
Photo of Pella Manor
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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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.
At The Kindred House, we pride ourselves on providing the best level of service and care for each of our residents. We understand the needs, desires, and goals of our residents are specific to each individual. While other senior assisted living facilities are owned by large corporations focused...

Cost of assisted living in University Park, IA

The average cost of senior living in University Park is $4,801 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Thornburg, IA with an average of $4,455 per month.

Assisted living costs in University Park, IA, vs. nearby cities

University Park, IA
$4,801/mo
$5,154/mo
$5,154/mo

Assisted living costs in University Park, IA, vs. state and national averages

University Park, IA
$4,801/mo
$4,480/mo
U.S. national average
$4,740/mo

Assisted living costs in University Park, IA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,801/mo
$4,801/mo

Assisted living costs in University Park, IA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$1,500/mo
Studio
$3,500/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,572/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,533/mo

Senior living costs in University Park 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: University Park, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeUniversity Park, IAIowaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,801/mo$4,480/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,801/mo$4,485/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living$3,701/mo$3,268/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
University Park, IA:$4,801/mo
Iowa:$4,480/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
University Park, IA:$4,801/mo
Iowa:$4,485/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Independent Living
University Park, IA:$3,701/mo
Iowa:$3,268/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Assisted living costs in University Park, IA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in University Park 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
University Park, IA$4,249/mo$6,170/mo-31.1%
Iowa$4,460/mo$4,413/mo+1.1%
National$4,585/mo$4,525/mo+1.3%
University Park, IA
2024 average cost:$4,249/mo
2023 average cost:$6,170/mo
Percent change:-31.1%
Iowa
2024 average cost:$4,460/mo
2023 average cost:$4,413/mo
Percent change:+1.1%
National
2024 average cost:$4,585/mo
2023 average cost:$4,525/mo
Percent change:+1.3%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in University Park, 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 University Park.

What families are saying about assisted living in University Park

Recent reviews for assisted living in University Park

Homestead of Oskaloosa

4.8
Over all very pleased. Staff is great. I have and will continue to recommend. Almost [Cost Removed] increase in January. Others have said they do increase every year.

Pennsylvania Place in Ottumwa, IA

4.9
They are very helpful at coordinating care. It's a very pleasant place to be. They have a daily activities schedule which include baking doggie cookies for the local pet shelter and other things. Communication between the community and myself is pretty good, they usually contact me with any ...
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Independence Village of Pella

5.0
It has been a great place to move our parent. There are several activities a day, the food is good, and the staff is very friendly! The physical therapy team has been very helpful for our parent to regain some strength & mobility. They are thriving there!

University Park review score based on 34 family reviews

8.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 34 reviews of 12 University Park assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The University Park 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

University Park review score compared against nearby cities

8.9
University Park, IA12 facilities
8.7
Oskaloosa, IA33 facilities
8.7
Beacon, IA33 facilities

Review subcategories for University Park 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 34 reviews of 12 University Park assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare University Park 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.
University Park, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.8
4.1
Friendliness
4.8
4.2
Care services
4.3
3.8
Staff
4.8
4.0
Meals & dining
4.3
3.7
Activities
4.8
3.7
Value for cost*
4.3
3.7
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University Park assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in University Park assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in University Park, 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 University Park 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 University Park 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
33.3%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
8.3%
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
41.7%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.7%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
33.3%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
25%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in University Park 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 University Park Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
University Park, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
33.3%
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
25%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
8.3%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in University Park 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 University Park partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
University Park, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
36.2%
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Availability of select dining options in University Park 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 University Park communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
University Park, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
8.3%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.7%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.3%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in University Park 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 University Park offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
University Park, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in University Park

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Homestead of Oskaloosa, Independence Village of Pella and River Valley Place of Ottumwa are the top-rated assisted living facilities near University Park, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 17 assisted living facilities near University Park, Iowa. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in University Park, Iowa is Independence Village of Pella. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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