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Assisted living costs in Iowa average about $3,806 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 11 communities in Iowa. Our detailed directory has 109 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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Photo of Brookdale Lake Charles
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22 Floor plans available
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9.3
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31 reviews
9.3
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31 reviews
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It is not perfect, but has some of the best caregivers who really want to work with senior citizens. But, be prepared because you will not get to sit and soak. Brookdale has a busy schedule from exercise to...
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.
Redefine your independence with the care you need when you need it.We can help you with the little things—like simple housekeeping and meals—and with bathing and getting dressed, too. With adult residential care and memory care on one campus, we customize your care to meet your individual needs....
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Photo of The Verandah Retirement Community
1616 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.9
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34 reviews
8.9
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34 reviews
5 star
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3 star
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Mom has a good relationship with the nurses and caregivers. She's also met the people in food services and enjoys the variety of meals. She especially enjoys being able to order from a menu if she doesn't...
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.
Start an exciting new chapter in your life at The Verandah. As Lake Charles’ premier senior retirement community, we offer both affordable Senior Living Starting at $2,700 (Independent Living) and $3,250 (Assisted Living). Our lovely location is in the beautiful neighborhood of Graywood, just...
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Photo of Sage Oak Assisted Living and Memory Care of Lake Charles
22 Photos available
8.0
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11 reviews
8.0
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11 reviews
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91%
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My husband was only there six weeks. Those six weeks were great. The food was awesome and he enjoyed it. As a spouse, I was invited to eat with him often. The care was great. The residents were encouraged...
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 The Gardens Assisted Living
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3 reviews
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Things they do well at: The staff at The Gardens assisted living is very helpful and they will work with you to help provide your love ones with a comfortable environment. Areas for improvements: I think...
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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1.0
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4 reviews
1.0
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4 reviews
5 star
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Staff is always so pleasant, upbeat, and helpful at Stonebridge! You can tell they're happy to be there. I would rate them at a 10 if I could! Dining is fabulous. The food always smells so wonderful. I've...
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.
Celebrating life and new beginnings is something that happens every day at Stonebridge Place. While our residents receive assistance they need and develop new friendships, your loved one will have access to special programs and services leading to a rich and fulfilling life. We provide a positive...
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8.7
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25 reviews
8.7
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25 reviews
5 star
72%
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4%
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We feel like it has improved with the new director. We have been pleased. My main suggestion would be to try to separate the living arrangements according to capabilities of the patrons.
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.
Sabine Place is located in Orange, Texas. We are conveniently located on the beautiful Texas and Louisiana border with easy access to I-10. With the many lakes and forests surrounding Orange, there are ample opportunities for nature walks, bird watching and water recreation. Orange also has many...
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Photo of Villa Maria Retirement Ctr
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.
Photo of Kingsley Place At Lake Charles
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.
Searching for the right assisted living community may raise many questions that need immediate answers. At Kingsley Place at Lake Charles, we understand and we can help. There comes a time when a little help with simple everyday activities can make a big difference in how much you or your loved...
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My mother-in-law was a resident at Golden Years Assisted Living facility in Orange on Highway 62. She received the best care ever. The homey atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the facility was spotlessly...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential 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.
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Cost of assisted living in Iowa, LA

The average cost of senior living in Iowa is $3,806 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include DeRidder, LA with an average of $3,326 per month.

Assisted living costs in Iowa, LA, vs. nearby cities

Iowa, LA
$3,806/mo
$4,007/mo
$4,317/mo

Assisted living costs in Iowa, LA, vs. state and national averages

Iowa, LA
$3,806/mo
U.S. national average
$4,740/mo

Assisted living costs in Iowa, LA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,806/mo
$3,928/mo

Assisted living costs in Iowa, LA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,290/mo
Studio
$4,260/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,838/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,502/mo

Senior living costs in Iowa 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: Iowa, LA
Column state: Louisiana
Column national: U.S.
Community typeIowa, LALouisianaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,806/mo$4,183/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$3,928/mo$4,133/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living$3,862/mo$3,821/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Iowa, LA:$3,806/mo
Louisiana:$4,183/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Iowa, LA:$3,928/mo
Louisiana:$4,133/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Iowa, LA:$3,862/mo
Louisiana:$3,821/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Assisted living costs in Iowa, LA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Iowa 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.

Iowa, LALA stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Iowa, LA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Iowa 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
Iowa, LA$3,640/mo$3,674/mo-0.9%
Louisiana$4,326/mo$3,799/mo+13.9%
National$5,129/mo$4,794/mo+7.0%
Iowa, LA
2024 average cost:$3,640/mo
2023 average cost:$3,674/mo
Percent change:-0.9%
Louisiana
2024 average cost:$4,326/mo
2023 average cost:$3,799/mo
Percent change:+13.9%
National
2024 average cost:$5,129/mo
2023 average cost:$4,794/mo
Percent change:+7.0%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Iowa, LA

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 Iowa.

What families are saying about assisted living in Iowa

Recent reviews for assisted living in Iowa

The Verandah Retirement Community in Lake Charles, LA

4.6
I would tell them my Mother is taken very good care of and the staff is phenomenal. I would highly recommend The Verandah to any one that has an elderly loved one that needs that extra bit of assistance in their golden years.I picked Verandah after visiting several facilities and much prayer . ...
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Sage Oak Assisted Living and Memory Care of Lake Charles

4.9
I moved into Sage Oak because I wasn’t happy with my situation at another local community. The staff at Sage Oak is more cheerful and more helpful than where I was before. And the food is GREAT – I can’t pick a favorite, because I haven’t had the same thing twice! My advice to anyone ...
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Sabine Place in Orange, TX

5.0
I have a parent here and I am so glad I chose Sabine Place. It is on the smaller side which is what I was looking for. All the residents know each other. The Executive Director, [name removed] is always willing to help if and when needed. The Activities Director has activities planned ...
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Iowa assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Iowa assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Iowa, 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 Iowa 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 Iowa that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Iowa, LANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
44.4%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
22.2%
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
77.8%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
55.6%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
44.4%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Iowa 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 Iowa Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Iowa, LANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
77.8%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
55.6%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.7%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.1%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Iowa 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 Iowa partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Iowa, LANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
44.4%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.4%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Iowa 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 Iowa communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Iowa, LANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.2%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.4%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.2%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Iowa 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 Iowa offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Iowa, LANational
Activity director
Activity director
55.6%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.2%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.1%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.6%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.4%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.4%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.4%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
55.6%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
44.4%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.6%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Iowa

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 Louisiana assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Iowa protect seniors.
Learn about Louisiana assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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