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The cost of independent living in Nichols is about $2,571 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 155 options.

Read 1264 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Iowa City, North Liberty and Coralville.

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Photo of Bickford of Moline
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7.0
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My sister likes it there. I just want to make her happy in the time she has left. Help always friendly. She is well taken care of. I had supper with her, food was good! [Name Removed] is there for me, when I...
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.
Bickford isn’t just another senior living community. Our caregiver family is committed to ensuring that every resident lives their most fulfilling life. Here, your loved one will savor meals made from scratch, always have a dedicated caregiver by their side, and enjoy a vibrant social calendar.A...
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Photo of Heritage Woods of Moline
2121 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
5 star
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My sister received amazing care at Heritage Woods of Moline. She was a little nervous about meeting new people and fitting in. On the day she moved in those feelings were gone. Everyone was so welcoming...
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.
The Heritage Woods of Moline assisted lifestyle community is located in beautiful Moline, IL. This area is known for its natural beauty and a never ending list of things to do. The Riverside Park houses a number of outdoor activities to participate in. There is a water park and walking trails...
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4 star
14%
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Mom loves it at Ridgeview Assisted Living and her opinion is the most important opinion. Two months prior to moving she was 100% NOT going to move to assisted living!! Dad’s health was declining and she...
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.
The Views of Burlington provides a full range of services for older adults. In addition to assisted living services provided at RidgeView, skilled nursing, long-term care, and hospice services are provided at adjacent OakView Nursing & Rehab.We are proud to be independently owned and have...
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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.
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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 to Lutheran Living Senior Campus!Nestled in the lush fields of Muscatine, Iowa, we provide you with residences,services, and conveniences for a full life today and the full continuum of health care and rehabilitation to support you into the future. Lutheran Living is the onlyContinuing...
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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.
Income based housing for the elderly may trigger visions of run down properties and poor living conditions but this definitely does not describe the Muscatine Tower Apartments, which is located in Muscatine, IA and run by the Seldin Company. This river front property has spacious apartments that...
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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.
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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+ Located in the heart of downtown Iowa City adjacent to the Johnson County Senior Center, these beautifully designed apartment homes are close to all your needs. For your convenience, Ecumenical Towers offers indoor mail service, laundry facilities, elevator, social...
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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
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.
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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.
Photo of Emerson Point
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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
Care types provided by this community
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
Care types provided by this community
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
Care types provided by this community
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
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.
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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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
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.
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.
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of The Estates of North Liberty
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44 Floor plans available
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.
Located in one of Iowa’s fastest growing counties, The Estates of North Liberty will be conveniently located at 175 S. Jones Blvd. This patio-home cooperative will sit on 8 acres and include 30 individual homes meeting the Universal Design concept. Also, inside this private, gated community...

Cost of independent living in Nichols, IA

The average cost of senior living in Nichols is $2,571 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include West Liberty, IA with an average of $2,571 per month.

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

Nichols, IA
$2,571/mo
$2,852/mo
U.S. national average
$3,532/mo

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

$7,559/mo
Independent Living
$2,571/mo

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

Studio
$2,798/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,783/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,249/mo

Senior living costs in Nichols 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: Nichols, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNichols, IAIowaU.S.
Independent Living$2,571/mo$2,852/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living$4,593/mo$5,482/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$7,559/mo$6,790/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Nichols, IA:$2,571/mo
Iowa:$2,852/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
Nichols, IA:$4,593/mo
Iowa:$5,482/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Nichols, IA:$7,559/mo
Iowa:$6,790/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Nichols

Recent reviews for independent living in Nichols

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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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.

Nichols independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Nichols independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Nichols, 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 Nichols 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 Nichols partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Nichols, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.3%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.6%
35.8%
No sugar
No sugar
18.7%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.3%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.5%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Nichols 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 Nichols communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Nichols, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.1%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.1%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
20.6%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.3%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Nichols 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 Nichols offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Nichols, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
29.7%
46.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19.4%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.5%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.4%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34.2%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
43.2%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25.8%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19.4%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25.2%
43.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31.6%
48.4%
Live performances
Live performances
31%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
19.4%
34.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.2%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.3%
47.7%
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Brookstone of Aledo, Holiday Palmer Hills and The Fountains are the top-rated independent living facilities near Nichols, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 155 independent living facilities near Nichols, Iowa. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Nichols, Iowa are Brookstone of Aledo and Holiday Palmer Hills. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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