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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Portsmouth, IA

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The cost of independent living in Portsmouth is about $3,035 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 139 options. Read 1107 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 father resided in the Regency wing of the EWR memory care facility. He had Alzheimer's and was a very special person. The care staff treated him as such and were excellent at managing his behaviors and...
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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My mom has only been there two weeks, but excellent food, way more than anyone could two outside areas. The parking is great. There is a covered entrance. The same nurse is there 5 days a week and very...
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, 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: 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.
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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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, 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.
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
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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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They did a great job, she loved the Wellington, she was there for almost 15 years. They had studios, one bedroom and two bedroom apartments, we were in the two bedroom and it was very nice, it's very similar...
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.
The Wellington welcomes you home to a truly independent style of retirement living with all of the services and amenities to help ease the challenges of daily life. Located in Papillion, adjacent to Midlands Hospital, our studio, one and two-bedroom apartments feature fully equipped kitchens,...
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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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Photo of Assisted Living At Lakeside Village
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, 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.
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.
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.
Photo of Orchard Village Townhomes
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.
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.
Photo of Willow Dale Wellness Village Care Center
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.
About ABCM CorporationWillow Dale Wellness Village is owned by ABCM Corporation, Hampton, IA. ABCM is a multi-facility provider offering top-quality, long-term care services unmatched in the state of Iowa. We believe in a Person Directed Care approach to long-term care, encouraging the...
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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
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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, Memory Care
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.
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Cost of independent living in Portsmouth, IA

The average cost of senior living in Portsmouth is $3,035 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Neola, IA with an average of $2,019 per month.

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

Portsmouth, IA
$3,042/mo
$3,002/mo
$3,050/mo

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

Portsmouth, IA
$3,042/mo
$3,268/mo
U.S. national average
$4,161/mo

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

$4,495/mo
Independent Living
$3,042/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,508/mo
Studio
$4,903/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,713/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,351/mo

Senior living costs in Portsmouth vs. state and national costs

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Column destination: Portsmouth, IA
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Independent Living$3,042/mo$3,268/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living$4,495/mo$4,480/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$4,495/mo$4,485/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Portsmouth, IA:$3,042/mo
Iowa:$3,268/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Portsmouth, IA:$4,495/mo
Iowa:$4,480/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Portsmouth, IA:$4,495/mo
Iowa:$4,485/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Portsmouth

Recent reviews for independent living in Portsmouth

Amelia Senior Living in Council Bluffs, IA

4.4
Was very thankful to Amelia House for taking Mom on. I think she was a difficult case with her issues, but she could walk to dining room and back so that helped her stay. The place and Mom's room was always clean. At First the staff was great!!!! Then ownership changed and the really good ...
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Chapters Living of Council Bluffs

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

5.0
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.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Exceptional and dedicated staff. Many reviews mention the warm and welcoming nature of the staff at Bloomfield. Residents and their families express appreciation for the genuine care and personal attention they receive from community staff members, who go above and beyond to make everyone feel at home.
Flexible and customizable dining plans. Reviews highlight the diverse dining options at Bloomfield, with optional plans allowing residents to choose when and what they eat. Residents enjoy the high-quality meals, accommodating staff, and variety of dining areas, including the underground parking and lovely courtyard.
Supportive and caring community atmosphere. Several reviews mention the friendly and inclusive environment at Bloomfield, where residents look out for one another and help each other out. The welcoming atmosphere, combined with the wide range of activities and services, make it a true community for seniors.
Thoughtfully designed apartments. Residents at Bloomfield appreciate the well-maintained and spacious apartments, which come in various sizes to suit different needs. Features like full-sized apartments, grab bars, and updated bathrooms contribute to the overall comfort and convenience for seniors.
Engaging and diverse social activities. Residents of Bloomfield enjoy a rich and fulfilling social life, with numerous activities to choose from. Puzzles, card games, social events, and outings create opportunities for residents to connect and engage with one another, fostering a strong sense of community.
Prompt and effective maintenance and repairs. Reviews for Bloomfield consistently praise the quick response and high quality of maintenance and repairs. Residents and their families appreciate the attention to detail and the staff's commitment to keeping the community clean, updated, and well-maintained.
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Portsmouth independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Portsmouth independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Portsmouth, 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 Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Portsmouth, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.1%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
12.7%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
1.7%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Portsmouth, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
26.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Portsmouth, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
33.1%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24.6%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.9%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.8%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29.7%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
36.4%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
22.9%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.7%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.6%
46.4%
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