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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Bridgewater, IA
The cost of independent living in Bridgewater is about $3,156 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 46 options. Read 228 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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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, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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.
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, 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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Spurgeon Manor offers many levels of care: townhouses, independent apartment living, residential care, skilled and intermediate nursing care, including an Alzheimer’s unit. Residents currently living in our townhouses and independent apartments are privileged to preferential access to...
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So far I'm pleased with this place. Everyone is very friendly, and there are plenty of activities to keep you entertained. It's a very pleasant place to live. The only complaint I have is that I've had a...
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.
Sugarcreek Senior ApartmentsSugarcreek Senior Apartments is a senior housing community situated in the lovely city of Waukee, Dallas County, Iowa. Waukee is a community full of activity and recreational opportunities. The numerous festivals and celebrations hosted each year will delight residents...
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.
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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.
Windsor Manor Shenandoah is an assisted living facility located in Shenandoah, Iowa. At this facility there are 40 apartments that are one or two bedrooms and have 1 bathroom. Each one has their own kitchen or kitchenette. Our staff is available for the residents 24 hours a day, 7 days per week....
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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
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.
Cost of independent living in Bridgewater, IA
The average cost of senior living in Bridgewater is $3,156 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Stuart, IA with an average of $1,886 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Bridgewater, IA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Bridgewater, IA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Bridgewater
Recent reviews for independent living in Bridgewater
Independence Village of Waukee
4.6
Love my apartment. Love the staff. Very friendly environment, very beautiful place to live. I feel very welcome. I just love this place. Best part of my day is my conversations with receptionist.
Thomas Place at Waukee
5.0
A Place for Mom was very empathetic and determined to find a solution for my Mom. They were extremely helpful throughout the entire process. Thank you so much!
Alice Place Apartments in Waukee, IA
5.0
Nicely designed and decorated property has very liveable units and lots of amenities (library, TV/theater room, game room, exercise facility, lobby/lounge, public kitchen/meeting room. The social community is friendly and welcoming, with lots of activities and opportunities to interact and ...
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Bridgewater independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bridgewater independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bridgewater, 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 Bridgewater 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 Bridgewater partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bridgewater, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.6%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
13.5%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
13.5%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.2%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.4%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Bridgewater 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 Bridgewater communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bridgewater, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
13.5%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.7%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
29.7%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.2%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bridgewater 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 Bridgewater offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bridgewater, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
35.1%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.7%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.2%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.8%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.6%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.1%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.3%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.8%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
40.5%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
24.3%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.3%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.1%
45.7%
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Attivo Trail Waukee, Independence Village of Waukee and Thomas Place at Waukee are the top-rated independent living facilities near Bridgewater, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 46 independent living facilities near Bridgewater, Iowa. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Bridgewater, Iowa is Independence Village of Waukee. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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