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Assisted living costs in Vernon average about $4,827 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 11 communities in Vernon. Our detailed directory has 25 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.

As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Fairfield, Kahoka and West Point.

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Moved my mom to addington a little over a year ago. She is enjoying the socializing and I’m relieved to know there are people who are there to monitor Mom and make sure she’s safe. The staff know every...
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.
Addington Place of Fairfield Assisted Living and Memory Care- All the comforts of home...without the worry! Assisted Living is a special combination of housing, supportive services and health care designed to meet the individual needs of those who require help with activities of daily living...
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My mom lives at this wonderful facility. The satff is very responsive and caring. The facility is clean and well managed. My mother loves the food. She has actually improved in health since she now has a...
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.
Addington Place of Mount Pleasant is part of the Jaybird Senior Living family. We've been in business since 2005 offering senior care services to the Mount Pleasant area and surrounding communities. We offers "all the comforts of home without the worry" in a 46 apartment community. Residents...
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My mom is currently residing at Donnellson Health Center in Iowa. She is in their Northbrook memory care and has been for over a year. She is well taken care of and is treated like one of the family. My...
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
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
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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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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.
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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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Cost of assisted living in Vernon, IA

The average cost of senior living in Vernon is $4,827 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pulaski, IA with an average of $3,521 per month.

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

Vernon, IA
$4,827/mo
$4,901/mo
$4,886/mo

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

Vernon, IA
$4,827/mo
$4,401/mo
U.S. national average
$4,624/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,827/mo
$4,827/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,512/mo
Studio
$5,435/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,848/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,600/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Vernon over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Vernon, 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 Vernon.

What families are saying about assisted living in Vernon

Recent reviews for assisted living in Vernon

Addington Place of Mt Pleasant in Mount Pleasant, IA

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I am very happy with Addington Place of Mount Pleasant Iowa. My mother lives there and I have visited twice, from out of town. The staff are friendly, very clean facility, and the activities keep my mom enteratined. I also enjoyed a family activity. It was great fun.

Vernon assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Vernon assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Vernon, 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 Vernon 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 Vernon 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
22.2%
52.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
22.2%
56.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
22.2%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
11.1%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Vernon 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 Vernon Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Vernon, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
22.2%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
22.2%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
22.2%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.1%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Vernon 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 Vernon partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Vernon, IANational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
11.1%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
11.1%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.1%
35.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Vernon 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 Vernon communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Vernon, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.1%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.2%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
22.2%
35.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Vernon 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 Vernon offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Vernon, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
22.2%
45.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.2%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
22.2%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
22.2%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
22.2%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.2%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.1%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.2%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.2%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
22.2%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
22.2%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22.2%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Vernon

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 Vernon protect seniors.

Learn about Iowa Assisted Living regulations

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