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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Plano, IA

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The cost of independent living in Plano is about $3,839 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 57 options. Read 184 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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Photo of Prairie Village-Knoxville
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.
Photo of The Kindred House of Ottumwa
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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.
At The Kindred House, we pride ourselves on providing the best level of service and care for each of our residents. We understand the needs, desires, and goals of our residents are specific to each individual. While other senior assisted living facilities are owned by large corporations focused...
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 Evelyn's Guest Home
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 The Estates of Pella
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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 Estates of Pella is a Vintage Cooperative Community that offers 22 thoughtfully designed individual homes perfectly located in the heart of Bos Landen Golf Course. This community will feature a private entrance, clubhouse for entertaining, fitness center, pickleball court, outdoor pool, and...
Photo of Fair Haven East
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 Pella Manor
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.
Photo of St. Andrews Apartments at Kirksville
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Photo of Hilltop Manor
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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Photo of Pella Regional Health Ctr
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 Legacy House
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 Candleridge Apartments
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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 Plano, IA

The average cost of senior living in Plano is $3,839 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Allerton, IA with an average of $2,694 per month.

Independent living costs in Plano, IA, vs. nearby cities

Plano, IA
$3,839/mo
$3,771/mo

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

Plano, IA
$3,839/mo
$3,268/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

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

$4,730/mo
Independent Living
$3,839/mo

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

Semi-Private
$1,500/mo
Studio
$4,612/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,896/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,361/mo

Senior living costs in Plano 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: Plano, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typePlano, IAIowaU.S.
Independent Living$3,839/mo$3,268/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$4,687/mo$4,480/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,730/mo$4,485/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Plano, IA:$3,839/mo
Iowa:$3,268/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Plano, IA:$4,687/mo
Iowa:$4,480/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Plano, IA:$4,730/mo
Iowa:$4,485/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Plano

Recent reviews for independent living in Plano

River Valley Place of Ottumwa

5.0
My mom unexpectedly went from mild dementia to moderate and started wandering and eloping. We are private pay while in the Medicaid look back period and have been struggling to find anything in our budget. River valley was our blessing and we are able to cover the majority of her care while ...
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Homestead of Centerville

4.6
The office staff was very good with paper work at admission and accommodating with our move-in. The nurses have all been great and responsive to my loved one's needs. The cna's are caring with the residents. I have not eaten there, but the meals look very good. I have only been there during ...
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Homestead of Knoxville Assisted Living

5.0
I would highly recommend Homestead. I would be happy to live there if I ever become unable to care for myself. The kitchen around mealtime smelled wonderful. Lots of areas to gather and socialize. Wide hallways with sitting areas spaced out so you can rest if you have a long trek to the mess ...
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Plano independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Plano independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Plano, 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 Plano 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 Plano partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Plano, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
10.5%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
13.2%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
5.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.6%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Plano 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 Plano communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Plano, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
5.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
13.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
18.4%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Plano 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 Plano offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Plano, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
18.4%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10.5%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
18.4%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
26.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
23.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.7%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
10.5%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
13.2%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
15.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
18.4%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
5.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.5%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
18.4%
46.4%
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