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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Bridgeport, IA

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The cost of independent living in Bridgeport is about $4,146 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 13 options. Read 30 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.

As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Pella, Ottumwa and Oskaloosa.

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Photo of Homestead of Oskaloosa
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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.
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.
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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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,...
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My mom unexpectedly went from mild dementia to moderate and started wandering and eloping. We are private pay while in the Medicaid look back period and have been struggling to find anything in our budget....
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.
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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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.
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: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Benton Place Apartments is an affordable and pleasant senior housing community located in the charming city of Albia in Monroe County, Iowa. Albia is a quiet but active community with friendly citizens. Albia hosts many different community events, such as shows and farmer's markets. Must-sees are...
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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.
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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 independent living in Bridgeport, IA

The average cost of senior living in Bridgeport is $4,146 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lovilia, IA with an average of $2,911 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Bridgeport, IA vs. nearby cities

Bridgeport, IA
$4,146/mo
$4,232/mo
$3,797/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Bridgeport, IA vs. the state and national average

Bridgeport, IA
$4,146/mo
$3,200/mo
U.S. national average
$4,149/mo

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

$5,329/mo
Independent Living
$4,146/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Bridgeport, IA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,988/mo
Studio
$5,799/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,961/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,936/mo

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Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Bridgeport

Recent reviews for independent living in Bridgeport

River Valley Place of Ottumwa

4.0
the atmosphere is beautiful. the rooms are really clean, they try really hard to plan activities for the residents. the food is decent and the director was really easy to work with. we just felt like it wasn't a good placement for my loved one due to a combination of things. they seemed short ...
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Independence Village of Pella

5.0
I feel welcome everyday and feel at home living in this community. You have the freedom to be independent and to participate in a variety of activities of your choosing.

Homestead of Oskaloosa

5.0
Everything has been top notch! The meals are good. The facility is very clean, someone is always cleaning. The staff calls mom by name and are so caring. Moving in was wonderful and a simple process. We are so happy she is with Homestead!

Bridgeport independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bridgeport independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bridgeport, 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 Bridgeport 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 Bridgeport partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bridgeport, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
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Availability of select dining options in Bridgeport 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 Bridgeport communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bridgeport, IANational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
12.5%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
25%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bridgeport 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 Bridgeport offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bridgeport, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
25%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.5%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
12.5%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
25%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
12.5%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
46.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions

Independence Village of Pella, Homestead of Oskaloosa and Homestead of Albia are the top-rated independent living facilities near Bridgeport, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 13 independent living facilities near Bridgeport, Iowa. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Bridgeport, Iowa is Independence Village of Pella. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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