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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Pottawattamie County, IA
The cost of independent living in Pottawattamie County is about $2,952 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 151 options. Read 940 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 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...
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.
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.
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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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.
“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...
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: 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.
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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The community is a very nice place, and the staff seems to really care. I would recommend this community to others.
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.
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...
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.
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.
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: 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: 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.
Live well at Nobility Point, a community of 62+ senior apartments in Omaha, Nebraska. Nobility Point offers spacious one and two-bedroom homes supplied with stainless steel appliances, an in-home washer and dryer, and ample closet space. Residents also enjoy our 24-hour fitness center, community...
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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.
Griswold is the premier assisted living community of Cass County. Our safe, residential environment is staffed by an expert team that provides support and assistance when you need it. Our goal is to promote your independence and the quality of life you desire. You will have many choices whether...
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.
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...
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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.
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...
Provides: Assisted 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.
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.
What kind of healthcare are you looking for -- long-term nursing services? a little help with day-to-day activities? specialized care for a loved one showing signs of Alzheimer’s disease? Regardless of the level of care you need, our goal is to provide dignified, personal care assistance in a...
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: 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: 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.
Kovar Court Senior Care is a wonderful community located in serene Missouri Valley, Iowa. This well regarded location offers the finest in independent senior living for those who are looking to maintain control of their lives. With an emphasis on independent living, Kovar Court is the ideal...
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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.
Cost of independent living in Pottawattamie County, IA
The average cost of senior living in Pottawattamie County is $2,952 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Minden, IA with an average of $2,054 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Pottawattamie County, IA vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Pottawattamie County, IA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Pottawattamie County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Pottawattamie County, IA by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Pottawattamie County
Recent reviews for independent living in Pottawattamie County
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
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.
Astoria Senior Living Omaha
4.6
The staff is friendly, location is convenient, it's very clean, the food is excellent, and the staff is quite flexible with eating times. There is ample opportunity for people to take part in numerous activities. I get somewhat frustrated with the response tome to questions/concerns we have had. ...
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Pottawattamie County independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Pottawattamie County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Pottawattamie County, 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 Pottawattamie County 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 Pottawattamie County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Pottawattamie County, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.8%
19.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.4%
33.1%
No sugar
No sugar
10.6%
30.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
32.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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7.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Pottawattamie County 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 Pottawattamie County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Pottawattamie County, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.7%
35.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.3%
42.2%
Room service
Room service
25%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.8%
16.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Pottawattamie County 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 Pottawattamie County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Pottawattamie County, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
31.1%
43.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.5%
27.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.4%
31.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.2%
47.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.6%
48.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.2%
53.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.8%
41.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22%
36.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25.8%
40.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31.1%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
34.8%
45.8%
Dances
Dances
22%
31.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.2%
39%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.1%
45.7%
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Bloomfield, Maple Ridge Retirement Community and Westgate Assisted Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Pottawattamie County, Iowa. See full list of communities.
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