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The cost of independent living in Jamison is about $3,168 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 158 options. Read 1336 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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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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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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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.
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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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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.
Photo of AHEPA 192 Senior Apartments
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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My husband and I have lived here for over three and a half years. We have a very clean and comfortable surroundings. The staff goes above and beyond to make sure The Village stay safe and clean.
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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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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I've lived here less than a year, which has been an interesting year for everyone. It was handled well by everyone. I plan to live here the rest of my life.
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.
Kennybrook Village is a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) in Grimes, Iowa. Located near the entrance of the Kennybrook Estates Subdivision, Kennybrook Village is the first community of its kind in the Grimes area. A CCRC is a campus that is tailored to the needs of senior adults who...
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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.
Spurgeon Manor offers many levels of care: townhouses, independent apartment living, residential care, skilled and intermediate nursing care, including an Alzheimer’s unit. Residents currently living in our townhouses and independent apartments are privileged to preferential access to...
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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.
Photo of The Willows Assisted Living/The Evergreens
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: 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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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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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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The rooms are nice, you can bring your own furniture so you can make it feel like home.
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.
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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.
The Estates of Pella is a Vintage Cooperative Community that offers 22 thoughtfully designed individual homes perfectly located in the heart of Bos Landen Golf Course. This community will feature a private entrance, clubhouse for entertaining, fitness center, pickleball court, outdoor pool, and...
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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.
Photo of Pella Manor
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.
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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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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.

Cost of independent living in Jamison, IA

The average cost of senior living in Jamison is $3,168 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Milo, IA with an average of $2,502 per month.

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

Jamison, IA
$3,168/mo
$3,112/mo

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

Jamison, IA
$3,168/mo
$3,268/mo
U.S. national average
$4,161/mo

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

$5,419/mo
Independent Living
$3,168/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,564/mo
Studio
$5,284/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,532/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,920/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,369/mo

Senior living costs in Jamison 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: Jamison, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeJamison, IAIowaU.S.
Independent Living$3,168/mo$3,268/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living$5,217/mo$4,480/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$5,419/mo$4,485/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Jamison, IA:$3,168/mo
Iowa:$3,268/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Jamison, IA:$5,217/mo
Iowa:$4,480/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Jamison, IA:$5,419/mo
Iowa:$4,485/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
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Independent living costs in Jamison, IA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Jamison 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 Jamison, IA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Jamison 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
Jamison, IA$2,409/mo$2,629/mo-8.4%
Iowa$2,739/mo$2,661/mo+2.9%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Jamison, IA
2024 average cost:$2,409/mo
2023 average cost:$2,629/mo
Percent change:-8.4%
Iowa
2024 average cost:$2,739/mo
2023 average cost:$2,661/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Jamison

Recent reviews for independent living in Jamison

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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Bishop Drumm Retirement Center in Johnston, IA

5.0
My dad is doing really good after picking this community from the list we got from A Place For Mom. He is enjoying the meals they make. He has tried some activities and he knows some people who live here. The staff has been great. I cant tell he is happy and when he calls he tells me good ...
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Thomas Place at Waukee

5.0
A Place for Mom was very empathetic and determined to find a solution for my Mom. They were extremely helpful throughout the entire process. Thank you so much!

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at different communities, such as Copper Shores Village, Holiday Illahee Hills, and Independence Village of Pella, where residents appreciate the warm welcome and support they receive.
Varied activities and social opportunities. Reviews highlight the importance of activities and social opportunities at communities like Copper Shores Village, Holiday Illahee Hills, and Independence Village of Pella, where residents engage in a range of activities, from exercise classes to book clubs, keeping them active and engaged.
Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Cleanliness and upkeep are important to many residents, as mentioned in reviews for communities like Independence Village of Des Moines, Holiday Illahee Hills, and Independence Village of Waukee, where the facilities are kept in excellent condition, both inside and out.
Affordable pricing and value for money. Reviews for communities like Independence Village of Des Moines, Holiday Illahee Hills, and Attivo Trail Waukee mention the reasonable pricing and good value that comes with living there, including meals and various amenities.
Sense of community and belonging. Residents at communities such as Independence Village of Pella, Holiday Illahee Hills, and Glen Meadows Retirement share how they feel welcomed and included, forming friendships and feeling at home in their new community.
Flexible apartment sizes and options. Many reviews mention the variety of apartment sizes and options available at communities like Holiday Illahee Hills, Attivo Trail Waukee, and Independence Village of Des Moines, allowing residents to choose the living space that best suits their needs
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Jamison independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Jamison independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Jamison, 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 Jamison 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 Jamison partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Jamison, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
17.2%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
17.2%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.9%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Jamison 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 Jamison communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Jamison, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
30.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Jamison 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 Jamison offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Jamison, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
34.4%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.2%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.8%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.2%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.1%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.4%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.5%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
36.9%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
23%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.4%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.9%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Independence Village of Pella, CopperWood Senior Living at Prairie Trail and Glen Meadows Retirement are the top-rated independent living facilities near Jamison, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 158 independent living facilities near Jamison, Iowa. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Jamison, Iowa is Independence Village of Pella. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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