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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Council Bluffs, IA
The cost of independent living in Council Bluffs is about $2,749 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 46 options. Read 291 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 Omaha, Papillion and Gretna.
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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: 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.
1 bedroom apartments for Seniors 62 and OlderRent is base on incomeUtilities PAIDControlled access buildingIndoor MailboxesOn-site laundry facilitiesCommunity RoomClose to busline Easy interstate access
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Bellevue Place Apartments is a senior apartment community for people who are age 62 and over and for the disabled under age 62. The apartments are 1 bedroom units with income based rent. The property has an elevator and secured entrance with inside laundry, mail boxes and garbage...
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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.
Live well at Nobility Point, a community of 62+ senior apartments in Omaha, Nebraska. Nobility Point offers spacious one and two-bedroom homes supplied with stainless steel appliances, an in-home washer and dryer, and ample closet space. Residents also enjoy our 24-hour fitness center, community...
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, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
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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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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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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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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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Welcome Ralston House, an elegant and cozy senior community for now for those 55 and over. Conveniently located just off of 72nd & L Street, Omaha, Nebraska with easy access to the Interstate 80, shopping, restaurants, and entertainment.Spacious one and two bedroom apartments all with modern...
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I'm really pleased with the communication from the staff to the family. This was a good choice for my loved one. The activities when they are able to have the residents participate; the community keeps...
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.
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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.
Cost of independent living in Council Bluffs, IA
The average cost of senior living in Council Bluffs is $2,749 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Neola, IA with an average of $1,864 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Council Bluffs, IA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Council Bluffs, IA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Council Bluffs
Recent reviews for independent living in Council Bluffs
Risen Son Christian Village in Council Bluffs, IA
4.8
We have no problem with the community, they people there are very nice. Our only issues would be the communication regarding our loved one. Sometimes it is hard to get information and updates but we think that could be because of covid. We would definitely recommend this community to others. ...
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Bailey Pointe at Miracle Hills in Omaha, NE
5.0
We've utilized The Waterford for respite stays, and we loved it. We would have put my loved one there long-term except they don't have memory care. Even though the building is old, the people were so nice. The care was great. And the food was good.
Marquis Place in Elkhorn, NE
4.3
The marketing director was very instrumental in the choice to place our long time friend at Marquis Place! She has continued to be a bright spot for us when we visit! Her friendliness and sense of humor is very welcome!
I have made friends with several residents in my time at weekly visits to ...
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Council Bluffs independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Council Bluffs independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Council Bluffs, 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 Council Bluffs 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 Council Bluffs partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Council Bluffs, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7.1%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
7.1%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
4.8%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.9%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Council Bluffs 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 Council Bluffs communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Council Bluffs, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.7%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.8%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
16.7%
36.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Council Bluffs 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 Council Bluffs offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Council Bluffs, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
23.8%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.1%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.2%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.2%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.3%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.8%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
28.6%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.8%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.6%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bloomfield, Westgate Assisted Living and Crown Pointe Retirement Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Council Bluffs, Iowa. See full list of communities.
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