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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 49 independent living facilities in Gibbsville, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Merle Hay, Waveland Park and Waveland Woods.
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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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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.
Meadowview of Johnston is an inviting senior living community staffed by caring, compassionate individuals. Nestled on five acres near Merle Hay Road, the community has many conveniences nearby, but it feels more secluded than that, backing up to a trail and pasture.Whether residents need...
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My parents are at Senior Suites and I’ve known other people that Have lived there for years and it’s very caring ..wonderful place ..the food is great it’s always clean ...friendly ..we love it
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.
Senior Suites of Urbandale is located in a quiet residential Urbandale neighborhood (northwest suburb of Des Moines).  The Suites is our assisted living community, while the Veranda is our licensed memory loss center in a residential care setting.  Available to you are many living...
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I was pleasantly surprised how comfortable I felt living at Oakwood. The Owners are very nice and respond to requests quickly. There is an on site manager who is very good.
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.
Oakwood Terrace Apartments is designed for people who are 55 years of age or older, or person with disabilities.Oakwood Terrace Apartments has a beautiful outdoor setting with many shade trees and benches as well as a gazebo to add to your outdoor enjoyment.Each of our four buildings has it own...
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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.
Senior Living Apartments in AnkenyConnect55+ Ankeny, in Ankeny, Iowa combines maintenance-free senior living with modern amenities and state-of-the-art facilities. The modern, pet-friendly Connect55+ senior housing community includes a cozy library, a welcoming community room, and spacious...
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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
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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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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, 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.
Perry Lutheran Homes Eden Acres Campus is located on the rich plains of Perry, Iowa 25 miles NW of Des Moines. Eden Acres is like a close-nit community of extended friends and family and has been part of the Perry community since 1957.In 2014, we opened a new, 72,000 square feet nursing, memory...
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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.
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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Valley West Apartments has been a part of the West Des Moines Community since 1979. The community is designated for 62 and older or disability person. This apartment communities rent and deposit is based off of the residents income.Valley West Apartments is located off of University Avenue....
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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...
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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...
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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.
55 + Community in Beaverdale!Gorgeous community and homes located in the best area of Des Moines!We offer 1, 2 and 3 bedroom homes with all kitchen appliances included. ElevatorStackable Washer and dryer connections in most units.Community Room hosts many resident activities.Fitness space and...
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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.
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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.
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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.

Cost of independent living in Gibbsville, IA

The average cost of senior living in Gibbsville is $3,136 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Urbandale, IA with an average of $3,037 per month.

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

Gibbsville, IA
$3,136/mo
$3,121/mo
$3,196/mo

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

Gibbsville, IA
$3,136/mo
$3,193/mo
U.S. national average
$4,029/mo

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

$4,733/mo
Independent Living
$3,136/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,570/mo
Studio
$5,192/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,070/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,395/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,229/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Gibbsville over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Gibbsville

Recent reviews for independent living in Gibbsville

Holiday Illahee Hills in Urbandale, IA

4.5
The staff are very kind and pay attention to him when he goes to meals & activities! The food is good portions & mostly all good. The lettuce salads are very good. It would be nice to have cheeseburgers, chicken breasts, and hot turkey and roast beef sandwich with mashed potatoes and gravy also ...
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Elite Lodge of Ashworth in West Des Moines, IA

3.8
We chose The Lodge of Ashworth Inc. because during the tour we were impressed with how clean it was and they had availability at the perfect time. They also remodeled her apartment before she moved in so she was able to pick things like her paint colors. The best part about the community is that ...
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Addington Place of Des Moines

5.0
My aunt was at Addington Place of Des Moines and my mom resides at Addington Place of Des Moines. I can’t say enough positive comments about Addington Place of Des Moines. They really do a good job making sure the residence are well taken care of. I know it’s hard leaving your family member ...
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Gibbsville independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gibbsville independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gibbsville, 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 Gibbsville 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 Gibbsville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gibbsville, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.4%
19.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
32.6%
No sugar
No sugar
26.2%
30.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.8%
31.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Gibbsville 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 Gibbsville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gibbsville, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
34.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
41.6%
Room service
Room service
40.5%
35.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gibbsville 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 Gibbsville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gibbsville, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
43.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.8%
27%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.7%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.2%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.1%
48%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
53%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.6%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.1%
36.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.2%
39.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.8%
45.7%
Live performances
Live performances
52.4%
45.3%
Dances
Dances
26.2%
30.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
52.4%
38.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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45.2%
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Holiday Illahee Hills, Attivo Trail Waukee and Glen Meadows Retirement are the top-rated independent living facilities near Gibbsville, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 49 independent living facilities near Gibbsville, Iowa. See the full list.

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