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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Festina, IA
The cost of independent living in Festina is about $3,265 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 72 options. Read 78 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 Decorah, Cresco and Waukon.
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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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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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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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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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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.
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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.
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We have had a wonderful experience at Apple Valley Assited living. The staff is caring and kind and the facility is clean and smells great...very bright beautiful place. Mom enjoys the food and the people...
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: 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.
Designed for persons: 62+ Valley Apartments is nestled in the beautiful Mississippi River valley, close to natural areas and outdoor activities. Capture the special small town feeling at this one-bedroom apartment community. Enjoy the conveniences of indoor mail service, laundry facilities and...
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: 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: Assisted Living, Home 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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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 Festina, IA
The average cost of senior living in Festina is $3,265 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Jackson Junction, IA with an average of $2,963 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Festina
Recent reviews for independent living in Festina
Harmony Place
5.0
We choose Harmony Place due to the very friendly staff and the cleanliness of the facility.
Due to our experience here so far, we would definitely recommend this facility to other families who are looking.
Whispering Willow in Fredericksburg, IA
4.5
My mom recently moved into this community. So far the experience has been going great. The staff know how to keep the facility clean. My mom has plenty of options to choose for her meals and it seems to think it tastes good.
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.
Festina independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Festina independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Festina, 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 Festina 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 Festina partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Festina, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
7%
33.6%
No sugar
No sugar
8.8%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
5.3%
32.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Festina 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 Festina communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Festina, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
1.8%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
8.8%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
15.8%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Festina 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 Festina offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Festina, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
10.5%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
8.8%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
5.3%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
21.1%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
21.1%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
14%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
17.5%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
5.3%
37.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10.5%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
12.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
21.1%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
7%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8.8%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
12.3%
45.8%
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Arlington Place at Oelwein, Harmony Place and Traditions of Preston are the top-rated independent living facilities near Festina, Iowa. See full list of communities.
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