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The cost of independent living in Mineola is about $2,903 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 145 options. Read 935 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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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...
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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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My mom is a resident at Ridgewood Senior Living. The cook, [name removed], is amazing and goes above and beyond for the residents. The food could be of better quality. The staff that cares for my mom is...
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.
Welcome Home to Ridgewood Active Retirement Community! Overlooking miles of country side, Ridgewood Active Retirement Community includes Villa Homes, Independent Living Apartments, Assisted Living Apartments, Memory Care Suites and a beautiful Clubhouse. The Ridgewood Community is just minutes...
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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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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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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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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...
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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.
Bellevue Place 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: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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.
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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The community is a very nice place, and the staff seems to really care. I would recommend this community to others.
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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.
Fox Run Assisted Living Community is located on the 16th hole of Fox Run Golf Course in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Fox Run is where you can enjoy a life of beauty and independence.With 66 spacious apartments, Fox Run offers five convenient floor plans that range from 436 to 983 square feet at one low...
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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: 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, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
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, 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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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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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: 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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I'm really pleased with the communication from the staff to the family. This was a good choice for my loved one. The activities when they are able to have the residents participate; the community keeps...
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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
1 bedroom apartments for Seniors 62 and OlderRent is base on incomeUtilities PAIDControlled access buildingIndoor MailboxesOn-site laundry facilitiesCommunity RoomClose to busline Easy interstate access
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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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 Mineola, IA

The average cost of senior living in Mineola is $2,903 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Minden, IA with an average of $2,054 per month.

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

Mineola, IA
$3,053/mo
$3,158/mo

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

Mineola, IA
$3,053/mo
$3,180/mo
U.S. national average
$4,145/mo

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

$4,345/mo
Independent Living
$3,053/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,430/mo
Studio
$4,615/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,112/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,618/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Mineola

Recent reviews for independent living in Mineola

Nye Square in Fremont, NE

4.0
Fremont Nebraska Nye Court I would rate them as a 4 for those categories. We had a really good experience. My mom was there about 8 months. The staff was very knowledgeable and caring towards the residents. They kept the residents rooms and commons areas very clean . Admissions was very easy ...
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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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Bailey Pointe at Miracle Hills in Omaha, NE

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We've utilized The Waterford for respite stays, and we loved it. We would have put my loved one there long-term except they don't have memory care. Even though the building is old, the people were so nice. The care was great. And the food was good.

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Exceptional and welcoming staff. Many reviews from Bloomfield mention the outstanding and friendly nature of the staff at the community, with several residents and families praising individual staff members for their warm and caring approach. The community's ambassador, [name removed], was particularly highlighted for her gen ...
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Flexible dining options and excellent food. Reviews for Bloomfield emphasize the quality and flexibility of the community's dining options, with residents expressing their appreciation for the delicious meals and the freedom to choose when and what to eat. The optional dining plan and high-quality dishes, prepared by experienced chefs, ...
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Active and engaging community life. The vibrant community life at Bloomfield is a major draw for many residents, with a diverse range of activities available to cater to various interests. From card games and puzzles to social events and outings, there's always something going on to help residents stay engaged and active.
Well-maintained facilities and grounds. The cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities and grounds are consistently noted in reviews for Bloomfield, with residents expressing their satisfaction with the community's commitment to maintaining a pleasant and welcoming environment. The attractive buildings and well-manicured gardens contr ...
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Friendly and supportive resident community. Reviews for Bloomfield highlight the friendly and supportive nature of the resident community, with several residents commenting on the welcoming atmosphere and the caring attitude of their fellow residents. The strong sense of community fostered by the residents and staff is a major selling p ...
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Accessible and helpful staff. Reviews for Bloomfield mention the accessibility and helpfulness of the staff, with several residents praising the willingness of the staff to go the extra mile to accommodate their needs and provide assistance when required. Whether it's a simple request or a more complex issue, the staff are ...
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Mineola independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mineola independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mineola, 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 Mineola 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 Mineola partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mineola, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.9%
19.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15.9%
33.1%
No sugar
No sugar
11.9%
30.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.3%
32.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Mineola 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 Mineola communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mineola, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
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35.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31.7%
42.2%
Room service
Room service
26.2%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mineola 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 Mineola offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mineola, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
32.5%
43.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.2%
27.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.3%
31.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46%
47.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.1%
48.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49.2%
53.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31%
41.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.8%
36.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.8%
40.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
37.3%
45.8%
Dances
Dances
23.8%
31.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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39%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Bloomfield, Maple Ridge Retirement Community and Westgate Assisted Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Mineola, Iowa. See full list of communities.

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