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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Homestead, IA
The cost of independent living in Homestead is about $3,104 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 41 options. Read 261 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 Iowa City, Cedar Rapids and Marion.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Evergreen Estates is and has been locally owned and managed by experienced caring staff since 1993. Decisions about our organization are made locally by our owner and in the best interest of those whose care we have been entrusted. Our team is a group of professionals who believe we have more...
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.
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-Very satisfied -Like the 24hr nurse and activities are tops -It's like one big extended family - many friends -Very top staff -They allow my husband to do indoor and outdoor gardening! -Play much...
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: 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.
Our Story….In 1887, Cedar Rapids widow, Catherine Hinkley, knocked on the door of her neighbor, Elsie Stewart, and asked if she could live with them. She was not looking for a handout, she offered to pay them $1 per week for her room and board. Soon others came to the Stewarts’ door with...
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.
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
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.
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My Husband had passed away and my family wanted me to be where I could interact with others. I really believe God led me here as every where we looked was no vacancy, one facility said try Irving Point I am...
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.
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
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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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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+ Located in the heart of downtown Iowa City adjacent to the Johnson County Senior Center, these beautifully designed apartment homes are close to all your needs. For your convenience, Ecumenical Towers offers indoor mail service, laundry facilities, elevator, social...
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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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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+ This fifty four unit apartment community is nestled away from the hectic mainstream, yet just minutes from all your needs. Five Seasons Senior Housing offers spacious one bedroom apartment homes for those age 62 or better that meet federal income guidelines. Utilities...
Cost of independent living in Homestead, IA
The average cost of senior living in Homestead is $3,104 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Williamsburg, IA with an average of $2,413 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Homestead, IA vs. nearby cities
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What families are saying about independent living in Homestead
Recent reviews for independent living in Homestead
Corridor Crossing Place in Cedar Rapids, IA
5.0
I have been very pleased. My husband had to be in another facility for 9 days before I found Corridor Crossing Place. It was a huge facility, no windows, no outdoor area and cost more, I was very happy that this fit what I had hoped for him. Aspects I most like are the small size with small ...
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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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Homestead independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Homestead independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Homestead, 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 Homestead 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 Homestead partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Homestead, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.8%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
17.1%
33.6%
No sugar
No sugar
12.2%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.6%
32.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.4%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Homestead 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 Homestead communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Homestead, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
19.5%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
24.4%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
22%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.8%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Homestead 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 Homestead offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Homestead, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
24.4%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19.5%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.5%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
29.3%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34.1%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
31.7%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.8%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.2%
37.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
24.4%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31.7%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
29.3%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
14.6%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.4%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.3%
45.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Stirlingshire of Coralville, Grand Living at Bridgewater and Cottage Grove Place, a CCRC are the top-rated independent living facilities near Homestead, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 41 independent living facilities near Homestead, Iowa. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Homestead, Iowa is Walden Place Senior Living. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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