About Assisted LivingAssisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.Complete guide to assisted livingBest of 2024 Assisted Living Winners
About Memory CareMemory 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. Complete guide to memory careBest of 2024 Memory Care Winners
About Independent LivingIndependent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to independent livingBest of 2024 Independent Living Winners
About Senior LivingSenior living is a term used to describe various housing and care options for older adults from maintenance-free, 55+ facilities for active seniors, to secure, fully staffed facilities for seniors with Alzheimer's or dementia.
Complete guide to senior livingFind senior living facilities near you
About Nursing HomesNursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.Complete guide to Nursing Homes
About Home Care Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home. Complete guide to home careBest of 2024 Home Care Winners
About Senior ApartmentsSenior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to Senior Apartments
About Care HomesResidential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.Complete guide to care homes
Veteran ResourcesVA benefits for long-term care, such as Aid and Attendance benefits, can help eligible veterans and their surviving spouses pay for senior care.Guide to VA benefits for long-term care
More About Veterans Benefits
Senior Living Awards
How Our Service Works
Caregiver ResourcesAdd Review(866) 374-4058
Talk to a local advisor for FREE
10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Western, IA
If you’re looking for assisted living in Western, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Western or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Western.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Western for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 15 assisted living facilities in the Western area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Louisa, Worthington Acres and Lincolnway Village.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Iowa City, Cedar Rapids and Coralville.
Western assisted living facilities | 143 reviews
Showing 15 communities
Last Updated: 7/3/24
Sort by
Filter by
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1212 Photos available
9.0
Review score
43 reviews
I have been very pleased. My husband had to be in another facility for 9 days before I found Corridor Crossing Place. It was a huge facility, no windows, no outdoor area and cost more, I was very happy that...
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.
Our goal is to create an environment that makes you feel at home! We invite you to continue to share experiences and make new memories, while being part of a community that truly cares. Enjoy your private apartment and let us take care of housekeeping, cooking & laundry. Your friends are...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1010 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
9.3
Review score
13 reviews
I would recommend Cottage Grove Place. The housekeeping could be quite a bit better. The staff was overall great. The move-in process was superb. Their communication was great. The meals seemed to be very...
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.
Cottage Grove Place is a continuing care retirement community dedicated to providing the highest-quality care to our residents. Our community offers independent living, assisted living, assisted living memory care, skilled nursing care, rehabilitation and low stimulus care; the right kind of care...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1919 Photos available
8.9
Review score
35 reviews
They know the residents by name, they all seem to take part in the care and socialization of the residents. Very friendly and personable
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.
The Views Senior Living is proud to be locally owned! For over 15 years, The Views has built a reputation of trusted quality care as the premier assisted living provider in Cedar Rapids and innovative leaders in a one-of-a-kind healing design memory care program.Their current locations, RidgeView...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1212 Photos available
8.6
Review score
33 reviews
I would say that they are a very pleasant place but not equipped to deal with people with aggression. They could not handle my loved ones aggression so they evicted him after a little over a month. Tt was...
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.
Discover Keystone Place at Forevergreen, a new rental independent living and assisted living community:* Monthly rental with no large entrance fee or buy in* Spacious, well-appointed one and two bedroom/two bathroom independent living apartment homes complete with full kitchens* Exceptional...
99 Photos available
6.5
Review score
4 reviews
The people are very friendly. Communication could be better between the staff and the patient/family. The care is generally good, although they're short-staffed like every place right now, so the wait time...
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1515 Photos available
Pricing promotion
5 star
50%
4 star
50%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
The price is a little high but we do think it is worth it. This community just made our loved one very comfortable, the staff are really personable. They know your name and who you belong to and we would...
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.
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.
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.
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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.
Evergreen Estates is and has been locally owned and managed by experienced caring staff since 1993. Decisions about our organization are made locally by our owner and in the best interest of those whose care we have been entrusted. Our team is a group of professionals who believe we have more...
Our free advisors can help
- Compare local facilities
- Determine care type
- Schedule tours
- Evaluate pricing
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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.
Evergreen Estates is and has been locally owned and managed by experienced caring staff since 1993. Decisions about our organization are made locally by our owner and in the best interest of those whose care we have been entrusted. Our team is a group of professionals who believe we have more...
5 star
100%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
-Very satisfied -Like the 24hr nurse and activities are tops -It's like one big extended family - many friends -Very top staff -They allow my husband to do indoor and outdoor gardening! -Play much...
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.
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.
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.
Viewing 1-15 out of 15 communities
Cost of assisted living in Western, IA
The average cost of senior living in Western is $4,602 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Martelle, IA with an average of $4,237 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Western, IA vs. nearby cities
Western, IA
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Western, IA vs. the state and national average
Western, IA
U.S. national average
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Western vs. other types of senior living
Assisted Living
Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Western, IA by room type
Semi-Private
Studio
1 Bedroom
2 Bedroom
Average cost of Assisted Living in Western over time
Western, IAIA stateNational
Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Western, 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 Western.
Private income options in Iowa
Find ways to combine private income sources to pay for assisted living.
VA benefits in Iowa
Learn how ample VA benefits can help veterans and their spouses pay for assisted living.
Medicare and Medicaid in Iowa
Consider Medicaid and/or Medicare to reduce assisted living costs.
What families are saying about assisted living in Western
Recent reviews for assisted living in Western
Brown Deer Place in Coralville, IA
4.0
I would recommend if the person had severe dementia, they are very friendly the only complaint she has is that the food is not very good.
Terrace Glen Village in Marion, IA
5.0
Moved in day one! No regrets. I'm not interested in facade and opulence. All I need is kindness and respect. Showered with both here.
Cottage Grove Place, a CCRC in Cedar Rapids, IA
4.5
All staff of the staff is friendly, not just the marketing people. Multiple levels of care make it easy to move from one to another as needed. A surprising number of staff have worked there for many years which speaks well of the management. And I think the cost is very reasonable and ...
Read more
Western review score based on 27 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 27 reviews of 15 Western assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Western 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
Western review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Western 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 27 reviews of 15 Western assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Western 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.Western, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.5
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.0
Value for cost*
4.3
4.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
Western assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Western assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Western, 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 Western 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 Western that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Western, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
53.3%
51.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20%
33%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
53.3%
56.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20%
29.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
53.3%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
46.7%
52.9%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Western 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 Western Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Western, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
53.3%
50.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
26.7%
31.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
33.3%
40.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
13.3%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Western 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 Western partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Western, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.7%
26.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
39.1%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
36.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
34.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.7%
12.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dining options in Western 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 Western communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Western, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.7%
30.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
41.1%
Room service
Room service
40%
34.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
17.3%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select programs and activities in Western 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 Western offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Western, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
46.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.7%
30.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
29.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.3%
48%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.3%
51.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.3%
40.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.7%
33.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
36.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.3%
45.5%
Live performances
Live performances
53.3%
45.8%
Dances
Dances
26.7%
28.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.7%
23.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.3%
44.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
State regulations for assisted living in Western
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 Western protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cottage Grove Place, a CCRC, Legacy Pointe and Stirlingshire of Coralville are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Western, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 15 assisted living facilities near Western, Iowa. See the full list.
More questions?
Ask an A Place for Mom local advisor at no cost.
Assisted Living in Cities Near Western
- Iowa City, Iowa
- Cedar Rapids, Iowa
- Coralville, Iowa
- Center Point, Iowa
- Mount Vernon, Iowa
- Lisbon, Iowa
- Marion, Iowa
- Middle Amana, Iowa
- North Liberty, Iowa
- Amana, Iowa
- Hiawatha, Iowa
- University Heights, Iowa
- Solon, Iowa
- West Branch, Iowa
- Mechanicsville, Iowa
- Robins, Iowa
- Marengo, Iowa
- Newhall, Iowa
- Alburnett, Iowa
- Central City, Iowa
More options near Western, Iowa
The information contained on this page is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical, legal or financial advice or create a professional relationship between A Place for Mom and the reader. Always seek the advice of your health care provider, attorney or financial advisor with respect to any particular matter, and do not act or refrain from acting on the basis of anything you have read on this site. Links to third-party websites are only for the convenience of the reader; A Place for Mom does not endorse the contents of the third-party sites.
Back to top