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The cost of independent living in Hale is about $2,830 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 202 options. Read 1081 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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Photo of Whispering Hills Apartments
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.
Photo of Pinnacle Place
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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Photo of Avonlea Cottage of Quad Cities II
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: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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: 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+ Only minutes from Dubuque and historic Galena, Village Green is located on a quiet street and offers independent living in the comfort of a small town atmosphere. Enjoy a community with indoor mail delivery, planned social activities, and laundry facilities. Small pets...
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Cost of independent living in Hale, IA

The average cost of senior living in Hale is $2,830 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cascade, IA with an average of $2,251 per month.

Independent living costs in Hale, IA, vs. nearby cities

Hale, IA
$2,830/mo
$2,830/mo
$2,906/mo

Independent living costs in Hale, IA, vs. state and national averages

Hale, IA
$2,830/mo
$3,268/mo
U.S. national average
$4,157/mo

Independent living costs in Hale, IA, vs. other senior living options

$4,361/mo
Independent Living
$2,830/mo

Independent living costs in Hale, IA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,915/mo
Studio
$4,960/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,250/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,181/mo

Senior living costs in Hale vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Hale, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHale, IAIowaU.S.
Independent Living$2,830/mo$3,268/mo$4,157/mo
Assisted Living$4,346/mo$4,481/mo$4,702/mo
Memory Care$4,361/mo$4,485/mo$4,951/mo
Independent Living
Hale, IA:$2,830/mo
Iowa:$3,268/mo
U.S.:$4,157/mo
Assisted Living
Hale, IA:$4,346/mo
Iowa:$4,481/mo
U.S.:$4,702/mo
Memory Care
Hale, IA:$4,361/mo
Iowa:$4,485/mo
U.S.:$4,951/mo
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Independent living costs in Hale, IA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Hale and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Hale, IA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Hale have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Hale, IA$3,160/mo$2,856/mo+10.6%
Iowa$2,681/mo$2,601/mo+3.1%
National$3,246/mo$3,151/mo+3.0%
Hale, IA
2024 average cost:$3,160/mo
2023 average cost:$2,856/mo
Percent change:+10.6%
Iowa
2024 average cost:$2,681/mo
2023 average cost:$2,601/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
National
2024 average cost:$3,246/mo
2023 average cost:$3,151/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Hale

Recent reviews for independent living in Hale

Boyson Heights Senior Living in Cedar Rapids, IA

5.0
The staff is very easy to work with. They treat our father with respect and seem to really care about him. We can call anytime and get any questions answered. His room is always clean. We had his 90th birthday family party at the facility, which worked out wonderfully. We would definitely ...
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Brown Deer Place in Coralville, IA

4.0
I would recommend if the person had severe dementia, they are very friendly the only complaint she has is that the food is not very good.

Cedar Village Senior Residences in Cedar Rapids, IA

4.0
My love one is doing fine since her move to this community. We have not had any problems, or concerns. We do feel she is safe, and in good hands. They have a kind, friendly staff. They do a good job with the cleanliness around the community. Everything is going well, and this is probably would ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming community atmosphere. Many reviews highlight the warm and inviting nature of the communities, with residents feeling at home and making new friends. At Legacy Pointe, residents appreciate the welcoming attitude of neighbors and staff, who go above and beyond to make newcomers feel comfortable. At Boyson Heights Se ...
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Delicious and varied meal options. Quality food is a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction. For example, at Oak Park Place - Dubuque, residents enjoy the variety of meal choices and appreciate that special requests are accommodated. At Legacy Pointe, the food is described as delicious, and staff members ensure that ...
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Engaging and diverse activity offerings. Engaging and diverse activities cater to various interests and keep residents active and social. At Walden Place Senior Living, residents participate in activities like beanbag baseball and Bible study, while at Oak Park Place - Dubuque, residents attend ice cream socials and play pub games. ...
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Helpful and caring staff. Residents express their gratitude for the helpful and caring staff at their communities. For example, at Boyson Heights Senior Living, staff members are described as kind and responsive, while at Holiday Palmer Hills, residents appreciate the professionalism and attentiveness of the staff. T ...
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Thoughtfully designed living spaces. Residents value the thoughtful design of their living spaces, noting the cleanliness and comfort of their apartments. At Cottage Grove Place, a CCRC, residents are pleased with the broad range of services offered within one location, from independent living to skilled care. At Oak Park Place ...
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Modernized and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities. For example, at The Fountains, residents praise the cleanliness of the facility and its comfortable surroundings. At Holiday Palmer Hills, residents appreciate the recent renovations and enjoy the modernized common a ...
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Hale independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hale independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hale, 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 Hale 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 Hale partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hale, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.4%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21.5%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
18.2%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Hale 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 Hale communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hale, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
13.8%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
19.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.4%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hale 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 Hale offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hale, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
28.2%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.7%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.9%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.4%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.4%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.5%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.2%
38.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.2%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.9%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
30.9%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
16.6%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.2%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.7%
46.5%
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