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The cost of independent living in Lost Nation is about $2,850 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 204 options. Read 1115 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: 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.
At Bickford, we believe the golden years should be golden. Your loved one will be immersed in a world of homemade culinary delights, continuous caregiver companionship, and a myriad of enjoyable social engagements. Our commitment to their best life is unwavering, powered by our renowned...
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Overall I have been happy with my experience at Village Place. I have a large studio apartment and I really like the layout of it. There are plenty of activities provided for residents. We have a new...
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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 Villages at Marion features three types of apartment living.  Located near shopping and restaurants, Village Place Independent Living is next to Thomas Park, in Marion, Iowa.  This peaceful setting offers residents casual living and an opportunity to maintain long-term friendships...
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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.
Thomas Grove Assisted Living and Memory Care offers a peaceful atmosphere for residents. Thomas Grove Assisted Living and Memory Care features a walking path that winds around the buildings and leads to Thomas Park, where wildlife such as deer and turkeys can often be seen.
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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.
Welcome to Coralville Senior Residences! Come join us and surround yourself with the warm, friendly atmosphere of home. Coralville Senior Residences have easy access to shopping, golf courses, parks, libraries, interstate highways, and is nestled amongst mature trees. The lifestyle is quiet and...
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I would say that they are a very pleasant place but not equipped to deal with people with aggression. They could not handle my loved ones aggression so they evicted him after a little over a month. Tt was...
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.
Discover Keystone Place at Forevergreen, a new rental independent living and assisted living community:* Monthly rental with no large entrance fee or buy in* Spacious, well-appointed one and two bedroom/two bathroom independent living apartment homes complete with full kitchens* Exceptional...
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Mom unfortunately passed away last month at the Gardens. They took very good care of her. Everyone was friendly, caring and Mom felt each one was her friend. I would definitely recommend this facility to...
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.
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Riverbend has been a great place for our mom! She has independent living that is surrounded by a supporting staff, great neighbors, and the essentials one needs in a community filled environment. The staff...
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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Morrison Manor was the best fit for [name removed] as there were only 12 residents at this Memory Care Facility. He had his own large room which accommodated his family when we all visited. The facility...
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: 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.
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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.
Located in Maquoketa, Iowa, Hurst Hotel Apartments offer senior citizens independent and assisted living. These apartments offer more than just a place for your loved one to rest their head, Hurst Hotel Apartments presents a setting that fosters interaction and a community feel. There is a...
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.
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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.
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.
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Grand Haven is a 53 apartment community that offers both independent and assisted living options. Our Individualized service plan is tailored to your needs. Independent and Assisted living apartments are mixed throughout the building. The services come to your door. You can choose from...
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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.
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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.
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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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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+ Near everything and far from ordinary, Luther Crest features one bedroom apartment homes with great conveniences for carefree living! This apartment community is close to shopping, clinics and banks. Enjoy the meal site, elevator service, indoor mail delivery, a spacious...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Lost Nation, IA

The average cost of senior living in Lost Nation is $2,850 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wheatland, IA with an average of $2,352 per month.

Independent living costs in Lost Nation, IA, vs. nearby cities

Lost Nation, IA
$2,850/mo
$3,026/mo

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

Lost Nation, IA
$2,850/mo
$3,296/mo
U.S. national average
$4,211/mo

Independent living costs in Lost Nation, IA, vs. other senior living options

$4,431/mo
Independent Living
$2,850/mo

Independent living costs in Lost Nation, IA, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,675/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,921/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,537/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,126/mo

Senior living costs in Lost Nation 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: Lost Nation, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLost Nation, IAIowaU.S.
Independent Living$2,850/mo$3,296/mo$4,211/mo
Assisted Living$4,415/mo$4,518/mo$4,752/mo
Memory Care$4,431/mo$4,523/mo$5,014/mo
Independent Living
Lost Nation, IA:$2,850/mo
Iowa:$3,296/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
Assisted Living
Lost Nation, IA:$4,415/mo
Iowa:$4,518/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Memory Care
Lost Nation, IA:$4,431/mo
Iowa:$4,523/mo
U.S.:$5,014/mo
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Independent living costs in Lost Nation, IA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Lost Nation 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.

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Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Lost Nation, IA$3,031/mo$2,856/mo+6.1%
Iowa$2,620/mo$2,549/mo+2.8%
National$3,244/mo$3,154/mo+2.8%
Lost Nation, IA
2024 average cost:$3,031/mo
2023 average cost:$2,856/mo
Percent change:+6.1%
Iowa
2024 average cost:$2,620/mo
2023 average cost:$2,549/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,244/mo
2023 average cost:$3,154/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in Lost Nation

Recent reviews for independent living in Lost Nation

Boyson Heights Senior Living in Cedar Rapids, IA

5.0
The staff is very easy to work with. They treat our father with respect and seem to really care about him. We can call anytime and get any questions answered. His room is always clean. We had his 90th birthday family party at the facility, which worked out wonderfully. We would definitely ...
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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and caring staff. Several reviews from communities such as Boyson Heights Senior Living, Holiday Palmer Hills, and Walden Place Senior Living mention the kindness and helpfulness of the staff, making new residents and their families feel welcome and assisting them with various needs. They also establish lon ...
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Wide range of offered activities. Communities like Legacy Pointe, Oak Park Place - Dubuque, and Walden Place Senior Living provide numerous activities for residents, including religious services, social events, musical entertainment, and even rosary sessions. These activities help residents stay engaged and active.
Comfortable and clean living spaces. Reviews from Trustwell Living at Eagle Pointe Place, The Fountains, and Cottage Grove Place, a CCRC highlight the comfort and cleanliness of the living spaces. Residents appreciate the spacious apartments and the regular cleaning services.
Nourishing meals and dining experiences. Communities such as Boyson Heights Senior Living, Holiday Palmer Hills, and Legacy Pointe offer delicious meals that meet residents' dietary needs and preferences. The dining experiences are a source of enjoyment and socialization for many.
Sense of community and inclusivity. Reviews from various communities like Legacy Pointe, Oak Park Place - Dubuque, and Holiday Palmer Hills mention the sense of camaraderie and inclusivity among residents. They watch out for each other and create a warm, friendly environment.
Proactive and attentive care. Communities like The Fountains, Boyson Heights Senior Living, and Legacy Pointe have dedicated staff to ensure residents' well-being and safety. They proactively attend to their needs and address concerns to create a comfortable, secure living experience.
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Lost Nation independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lost Nation independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lost Nation, 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 Lost Nation 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 Lost Nation partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lost Nation, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.7%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20.8%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
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31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18%
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Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Lost Nation 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 Lost Nation communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lost Nation, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.2%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.2%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
18.6%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lost Nation 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 Lost Nation offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lost Nation, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
28.4%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.5%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.2%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.2%
43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.6%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23%
42.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.6%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
30.6%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
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33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Holiday Palmer Hills, Grand Living at Indian Creek and Cottage Grove Place, a CCRC are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lost Nation, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 204 independent living facilities near Lost Nation, Iowa. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Lost Nation, Iowa is Holiday Palmer Hills. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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