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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Dinsdale, IA
The cost of independent living in Dinsdale is about $2,963 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 37 options. Read 119 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, 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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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
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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
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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.
At Fox Meadow Apartments you’ll find 40 – 1 and 2 bedroom apartments for those 55 and better. Located in a quiet residential neighborhood, Fox Meadow offers a secure and serene environment. Residents of Fox Meadow enjoy a friendly, caring environment where neighbors become friends.
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: 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.
Designed for persons: 62+ Capture the special small town feeling when you move into your one bedroom apartment home at Evans Village. Located on a quiet residential street, close to shopping and restaurants, this apartment community offers the conveniences of indoor mail service, laundry...
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Cost of independent living in Dinsdale, IA
The average cost of senior living in Dinsdale is $2,963 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dysart, IA with an average of $2,597 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dinsdale, IA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dinsdale, IA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Dinsdale, IA by room type
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Average cost of Independent Living in Dinsdale over time
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What families are saying about independent living in Dinsdale
Recent reviews for independent living in Dinsdale
Bridges in Waterloo, IA
5.0
Management staff A++ Very considerate & respectful. Dining room staff are patient with us as we ponder the menu. I enjoy the variety on the menu. I appreciate the various religious options.
Rosewood Estate in Waterloo, IA
5.0
They offers numerous levels of care. We love it. Nothing but good things to say about them. They live apartment style with a variety of all different levels of care. My loved one is able to keep her hobbies and bring them along with her.
CedarStone Senior Living in Cedar Falls, IA
5.0
The staff are very kind and helpful. They went out of their way to make [name removed].feel at home. The amenities are great. The facility is newer and very modern; kept clean. They have great activities and socials. I would highly recommend this location for anyone looking to move to assisted ...
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Dinsdale independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dinsdale independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dinsdale, 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 Dinsdale 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 Dinsdale partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dinsdale, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.2%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.2%
33.6%
No sugar
No sugar
18.2%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.2%
32.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.1%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Dinsdale 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 Dinsdale communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dinsdale, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.2%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.2%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
18.2%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.2%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dinsdale 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 Dinsdale offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dinsdale, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
21.2%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.1%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.1%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
24.2%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
30.3%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
24.2%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.2%
37.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.2%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
24.2%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
24.2%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
18.2%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.2%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
21.2%
45.8%
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Mallard Point Senior Living, CedarStone Senior Living and Birkwood Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dinsdale, Iowa. See full list of communities.
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