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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Gray, IA
The cost of independent living in Gray is about $3,455 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 46 options. Read 66 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 Carroll, Denison and Harlan.
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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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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.
The Gardens Retirement Community of Ocean Springs, Mississippi, offers all the amenities that every senior could enjoy. Our staff is here to help adjust to new living circumstances and offer a helping hand to adjust to the new setting. We have a passion for enriching the lives of seniors and...
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
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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.
Griswold is the premier assisted living community of Cass County. Our safe, residential environment is staffed by an expert team that provides support and assistance when you need it. Our goal is to promote your independence and the quality of life you desire. You will have many choices whether...
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, Independent 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.
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.
About ABCM CorporationWillow Dale Wellness Village is owned by ABCM Corporation, Hampton, IA. ABCM is a multi-facility provider offering top-quality, long-term care services unmatched in the state of Iowa. We believe in a Person Directed Care approach to long-term care, encouraging the...
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
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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: 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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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.
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...
Cost of independent living in Gray, IA
The average cost of senior living in Gray is $3,455 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kirkman, IA with an average of $2,540 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Gray, IA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Gray, IA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Gray
Recent reviews for independent living in Gray
Oakland Heights Assisted Living
4.8
Recently my father has been needing more help and we have looked at several assisted living places. We have had such a positive experience in a very difficult time. Thank you Oakland Assisted Living, we look forward to moving forward with you.
Lakeside Village in Panora, IA
5.0
They were incredibly helpful to me and our family. When my loved one was first checked in, [name removed] the nurse highly recommend we put her in Hospice. That was a shock to us, but when she fully explained it we agreed. It was absolutely the right thing to do. Her dementia was much worse than ...
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Rolling Meadows Senior Living in Carroll, IA
4.0
Seem to be a lot of “turnover” staff these post few months. Hopefully this will all make things better. Food is good some days, and not so good other days. I like living here and the staff that stayed are great. Would like a few more activities – more variety. And I love the van rides and ...
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Gray independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gray independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gray, 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 Gray 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 Gray partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gray, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.5%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15.8%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
15.8%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.4%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.6%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Gray 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 Gray communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gray, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
7.9%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
18.4%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
21.1%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.2%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gray 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 Gray offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gray, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
31.6%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.4%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.2%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.5%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.9%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
39.5%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.3%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.8%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.1%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
26.3%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
28.9%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
13.2%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.8%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
26.3%
45.7%
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