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The cost of independent living in Lincoln is about $3,363 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 13 options. Read 168 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Photo of Lincoln Court
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They were extremely caring and kind to both my mom and our family when she started to decline and when she passed. I highly recommend Lincoln Court to others looking.
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.
Lincoln Court Retirement Community encourages an active senior lifestyle that supports residents' privacy and dignity. Our senior apartments are considered the largest and most spacious in Idaho Falls. Lincoln Court provides Independent Living, Assisted Living and Respite services. Our community...
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Really came down to two very similar choices and one of the staff members was really good and probably gave MS the edge. And slightly cheaper. Overall it's been a good experience.
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.
Bonaventure Senior Living, Idaho Fall's premier senior living community, has been proudly serving the seniors in Idaho Falls and the surrounding area since 2009. Our beautiful new building and landscaped grounds are conveniently located near shopping, medical care, and easily accessible to all...
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All categories are great. We and mom is really happy with Fairwinds! The staff is too notch. I would be happy to be a reference.
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.
Fairwinds — Sand Creek Retirement Community, located in beautiful Idaho Falls, offers a unique combination of convenience, city-life, culture, and outdoor recreation. Fittingly, Idaho Falls has been featured in many publications' lists of 'best places to live.' We are situated near the city of...
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This is a good community for the care for my mom. The staff is friendly and caring. The menu could use little improvements. The community does have a few activities. This is a nice environment with 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.
About Gables of Ammon's Family and Home: Our Gables Family (staff) is the reason for our success. They live life with purpose, knowing that their service makes the difference in the lives of the individuals they serve. We strive to love and care for each individual as if they are part of our...
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The community has been great. Both in answering questions and in their care. It has been a great fit for my mother. There is probably always room for improvement but honestly we have been very happy.
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.
Parkwood Meadows Assisted Living Community has 44 studio, one, and two bedroom apartments nestled in a circular design around a central lobby and dining room area. Parkwood Meadows is located one block off from Woodruff Ave. in an area of other condominium and apartment complexes. Parkwood...
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The rooms that they provide the residents at Tambree Meadows community are pretty adequate and nice sized rooms. We would recommend this community to a family or friend.
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.
Tambree Meadows Assisted Living in Idaho Falls, ID helps adults transition from home to a safe dignified assisted living environment. Tambree Meadows Assisted Living is dedicated to providing an elegant, homelike, compassionate, and clean environment that promotes resident wellness. We offer...
Photo of The Gables of Idaho Falls Assisted Living
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I would tell others this is a very nice place. The cleanliness and administrator stand out to me to set The Gables apart from other communities. Painting, arts and crafts, and more are some of the...
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.
A great place to call home! At ALC, we honor the commitments we make to our residents and their families. Our goal is to enhance our resident’s quality of life by providing a warm, caring environment that fosters independence, dignity and choice of each resident. Our residents are often seen...
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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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My friend resided in Lily & Syringa in Idaho Falls for nearly 12 years. She had advanced Alzheimers. This is a small facility which allows the caregivers to give folks the attention they need. The staff...
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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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Liberty Square was built on the philosophy that living a long life should not mean 'getting old'. You've cared for others, earned a living, and maintained a home. We think you should be rewarded.Older people possess a gift. After a lifetime of caring for others, their time is finally their own....
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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.

Cost of independent living in Lincoln, ID

The average cost of senior living in Lincoln is $3,363 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hamer, ID with an average of $3,159 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lincoln, ID vs. nearby cities

Lincoln, ID
$3,363/mo
$3,363/mo
$3,363/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lincoln, ID vs. the state and national average

Lincoln, ID
$3,363/mo
$3,501/mo
U.S. national average
$4,033/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lincoln vs. other types of senior living

$3,493/mo
Independent Living
$3,363/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Lincoln, ID by room type

Semi-Private
$3,845/mo
Studio
$4,336/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,277/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,649/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Lincoln over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Lincoln

Recent reviews for independent living in Lincoln

Lily and Syringa in Idaho Falls, ID

5.0
After three months of in home and hospice care from Hands of Hope and family members, we were unable to care for our Dad in his home environment. We had to make the difficult decision to looked at facilities in the area to place him in. We as a family felt most impressed with Lilly and Syringa. ...
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Fairwinds - Sandcreek in Idaho Falls, ID

4.8
The Fairwinds facility itself is very nice, we were able to tour of our loved ones apartment before moving it and we were very taken away by it. The value for the money is completely worth it. The staff are also very friendly.

The Gables of Ammon

5.0
We picked this place because of the good, caring people here. They provide thoughtful care and really care about the residents. The building is not fancy looking; it is a pretty average looking community. The staff have been good to work with. They really takes the time to care for my mother and ...
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Lincoln independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lincoln independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lincoln, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lincoln independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Lincoln partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
45.5%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.5%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
45.5%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.5%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.1%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Lincoln independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Lincoln communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
27.3%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.5%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
54.5%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lincoln independent 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 independent living communities in Lincoln offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
54.5%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.4%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
45.5%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.5%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.5%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.5%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54.5%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
54.5%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.5%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.5%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
54.5%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
9.1%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.3%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Lincoln Court, MorningStar of Idaho Falls and Fairwinds - Sandcreek are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lincoln, Idaho. See full list of communities.

There are 13 independent living facilities near Lincoln, Idaho. See the full list.

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