10 Best Independent Living Communities in Joice, IA

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The cost of independent living in Joice is about $2,669 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 65 options.

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Joice Independent Living Facilities | 177 Reviews

Cost of independent living in Joice, IA

The average cost of senior living in Joice is $2,669 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Forest City, IA with an average of $2,587 per month.

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

Joice, IA

$2,669/mo

Iowa state

$2,925/mo

U.S. national average

$3,520/mo

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

Assisted Living

$4,924/mo

Memory Care

$6,788/mo

Independent Living

$2,669/mo

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

1 Bedroom

$2,651/mo

2 Bedroom

$3,313/mo

Senior living costs in Joice 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: Joice, IA

Column state: Iowa

Column national: U.S.

Community type	Joice, IA	Iowa	U.S.
Independent Living	$2,669/mo	$2,925/mo	$3,520/mo
Assisted Living	$4,924/mo	$5,505/mo	$5,830/mo
Memory Care	$6,788/mo	$6,921/mo	$6,999/mo

Independent Living

Joice, IA:$2,669/mo

Iowa:$2,925/mo

U.S.:$3,520/mo

Assisted Living

Joice, IA:$4,924/mo

Iowa:$5,505/mo

U.S.:$5,830/mo

Memory Care

Joice, IA:$6,788/mo

Iowa:$6,921/mo

U.S.:$6,999/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Joice

Recent reviews for independent living in Joice

Oak Park Place - Albert Lea

4.4

They really try and involve the community and their decorations are beautiful. The facility is very nice and clean and always decorated. As far as improving, on the memory care side, I have seen no activities with those residents. And with memory care it may be difficult, but they have puzzles ...

Ecumen CountrySide in Owatonna, MN

5.0

My loved one is currently resident at Ecumen CountrySide and everything has been great for her so far. We have had a great experience as my loved one has transitioned from her home to Assisted Living. We have appreciated everything as we navigate through this life changing time in my loved one's ...

TimberCrest at Glen Oaks in Clear Lake, IA

5.0

I highly recommend this community to anyone. The day I arrived I was warmly welcomed by everyone. It is Like being in a family. There is so much to do, and the apartments are large and well-planned.

Joice independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Joice independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Joice, 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 Joice 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 Joice partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.

Joice, IANational

Nutritionist / dietician

9.2%

21.2%

Low / no sodium

12.3%

35.7%

No sugar

12.3%

32%

Vegetarian

12.3%

34.8%

Pureed meals

7.7%

11.7%

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Availability of select dining options in Joice 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 Joice communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.

Joice, IANational

Professional chef

4.6%

37.6%

Restaurant style dining

10.8%

44.8%

Room service

12.3%

38.2%

Anytime dining

10.8%

17.8%

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Availability of select programs and activities in Joice 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 Joice offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.

Joice, IANational

Activity director

24.6%

46.5%

Pet-focused programs

7.7%

29.3%

Community service programs

12.3%

34.2%

Devotional activities on-site

30.8%

48.3%

Parties / BBQs / happy hour

24.6%

50.1%

Outings / off-site activities

38.5%

54.9%

Piano or organ

16.9%

44.2%

Arts and crafts center

9.2%

39.7%

Educational speakers / life long learning

10.8%

43%

Clubs / games / karaoke

20%

48.3%

Live performances

24.6%

48.1%

Dances

9.2%

34.3%

Fitness center

9.2%

40.7%

Fitness classes

16.9%

47.6%

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Frequently Asked Questions

South Grove Lodge Senior Living, Homestead of Mason City and TimberCrest at Glen Oaks are the top-rated independent living facilities near Joice, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 65 independent living facilities near Joice, Iowa. See the full list.

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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Joice, IA

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Cost of independent living in Joice, IA

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