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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Linn County, IA
The cost of independent living in Linn County is about $3,420 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 40 options. Read 278 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 Cedar Rapids, North Liberty and Marion.
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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: 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+ 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...
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: 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
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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 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
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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: 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.
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...
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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...
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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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The facility was good, the food was very good and they offered a good variety. The rooms were average size and were enough for him. It's a small facility and he received more attention. I would...
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.
Asbury house is independent living, for seniors 50 years plus. We have fourteen apartments, which very in square footage. We have one-bedroom apartments, single efficiency, double efficiency and several suites. All the apartments are located on the first floor, all apartments have a full bath,...
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
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.
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: 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.
Cost of independent living in Linn County, IA
The average cost of senior living in Linn County is $3,420 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Anamosa, IA with an average of $2,929 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Linn County
Recent reviews for independent living in Linn County
Cottage Grove Place, a CCRC in Cedar Rapids, IA
4.7
It seems like all of the staff is very friendly and helpful. The food I‘ve had was good. They offer plenty of activities, and they have a broad range of services, from independent living to skilled care, right there at one location. They had the best cost profile of the places that we looked ...
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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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Terrace Glen Village in Marion, IA
5.0
Moved in day one! No regrets. I'm not interested in facade and opulence. All I need is kindness and respect. Showered with both here.
Linn County independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Linn County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Linn County, 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 Linn County 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 Linn County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Linn County, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
19.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.5%
33.1%
No sugar
No sugar
17.5%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
17.5%
32.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.5%
7.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Linn County 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 Linn County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Linn County, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
35.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30%
42.1%
Room service
Room service
25%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.5%
16.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Linn County 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 Linn County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
35%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
27.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
31.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.5%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.5%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.5%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30%
40.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
37.5%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
22.5%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.5%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cottage Grove Place, a CCRC, The Views of Cedar Rapids and Boyson Heights Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Linn County, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 40 independent living facilities near Linn County, Iowa. See the full list.
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