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The cost of independent living in Lewis is about $2,480 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 99 options. Read 325 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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I do not recommend moving during a pandemic, but moving to a place as well-run, friendly and helpful as The Arboretum Village was an excellent decision for me. I suggest starting a search as early as...
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.
FREE Enhanced Cable: The Arboretum provides free cable with up to 104 channels including the Big Ten Network, ESPN and Hallmark channels. Each resident also receive two mini cable boxes. Additional boxes are available for a small fee from the cable provider.
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My wife and I are very pleased with the place. We like the location, it is near a park, a fire station for emergencies and the other residents are friendly. I should add that the facility has been sold to...
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.
Tregaron Senior Residences is a 55 or better independent living, tax credit community that accepts Section 8 vouchers. This community has 1 and 2 bedroom apartments that feature a fully equipped kitchen with microwave, washer and dryer hook ups and central A/C. Don't fret about rising energy...
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I have lived here for 8 mos. I as amazed when I first saw my appartment. It appeared t have been completely remodled. Everything was completely clean, fresh and absolutely new looking. the tenants are very...
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.
Mission House Vue Apartments is a senior apartment community for people who are age 62 and over and for the disabled under age 62. The apartments are 1 bedroom units with income based rent. The property has an elevator and secured entrance with inside laundry, mail boxes and garbage...
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.
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...
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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, 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.
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
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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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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.
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.
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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Loess Hills Estates has been around and providing excellent care since 1961. This is a place that offers many different living situations for residents. Located in Glenwood, IA this is a place that can provide the relaxed environment that many people are looking for in the retirement years. This...
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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.
“Great Friends, Great times and a Great Place to Call Home” More than a motto for Bethany Heights, this is our goal for every resident. If you are searching for a home for your loved one where they can live independently in a safe, friendly atmosphere, look no further! At Bethany Heights, we...
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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.
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Everything about our experiance with this care giver was great. Staff, kitchen, room and all were the best.
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.
Vintage Park is committed to providing a lifestyle of dignity, privacy, and choice; to offer a safe, secure, homelike environment-to help fill the needs of our area residents through a supportive team approach.Vintage Park Apartments is designed to meet the desires of each tenant by considering...
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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: 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: 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.
Windsor Manor Shenandoah is an assisted living facility located in Shenandoah, Iowa. At this facility there are 40 apartments that are one or two bedrooms and have 1 bathroom. Each one has their own kitchen or kitchenette. Our staff is available for the residents 24 hours a day, 7 days per week....
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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.
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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: 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: 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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Cost of independent living in Lewis, IA

The average cost of senior living in Lewis is $2,480 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Macedonia, IA with an average of $2,094 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lewis, IA vs. nearby cities

Lewis, IA
$2,480/mo
$3,239/mo
$2,631/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lewis, IA vs. the state and national average

Lewis, IA
$2,480/mo
$3,200/mo
U.S. national average
$4,149/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lewis vs. other types of senior living

$4,012/mo
Independent Living
$2,480/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Lewis, IA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,208/mo
Studio
$4,883/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,167/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,223/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Lewis

Recent reviews for independent living in Lewis

Risen Son Christian Village in Council Bluffs, IA

4.8
We have no problem with the community, they people there are very nice. Our only issues would be the communication regarding our loved one. Sometimes it is hard to get information and updates but we think that could be because of covid. We would definitely recommend this community to others. ...
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Via Christe Assisted Living and Memory Care in Omaha, NE

5.0
Our mother has only been at Via Christe for a week and a half but it has been a wonderful experience so far! {name removed} worked with us and moms doctor to sort out medications. Mom loves her room and has started to participate in the daily activities. Everyone has been friendly and welcoming. ...
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Mable Rose Estates in Bellevue, NE

5.0
Our loved one lived at Hillcrest Mable Rose, and we couldn't have been happier with the place! It was a beautiful community, they took great care of the residents, and they did a wonderful job with the meals! We had no complaints at all with the services they provided! The only issue we had was ...
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Lewis independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lewis independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lewis, 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 Lewis 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 Lewis partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lewis, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
8.5%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
8.5%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
7.3%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.2%
32.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
1.2%
8.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Lewis 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 Lewis communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lewis, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
13.4%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.2%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
18.3%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lewis 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 Lewis offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lewis, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
24.4%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.1%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.2%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.2%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
29.3%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40.2%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
24.4%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
13.4%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
15.9%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
24.4%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
28%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
13.4%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.3%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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