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The cost of independent living in Saylor is about $3,098 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 82 options. Read 677 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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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.
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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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My parents are at Senior Suites and I’ve known other people that Have lived there for years and it’s very caring ..wonderful place ..the food is great it’s always clean ...friendly ..we love it
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.
Senior Suites of Urbandale is located in a quiet residential Urbandale neighborhood (northwest suburb of Des Moines).  The Suites is our assisted living community, while the Veranda is our licensed memory loss center in a residential care setting.  Available to you are many living...
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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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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.
Virginia Park Apartments is a lovely, contemporary two-story building surrounded by a spacious, open lawn, which boasts mature trees and colorful flower gardens. This community is located just minutes from downtown Des Moines. Within walking distance is a grocery store and convenience store. The...
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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.
Shelly Rose Estates is a high-quality senior housing community located in the Midwestern city of Des Moines, Polk County, Ohio. Des Moines offers many opportunities to experience cultural activities and events, such as attending the Des Moines Symphony and visiting the many local art galleries...
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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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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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.
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My mom has been thrilled with the staff and all of the social activities! She's made many new friends and enjoys her time there.
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+ Southridge Village II, located on a quiet cul-de-sac, is convenient to grocery shopping, and within blocks of a regional mall and a local pharmacy. Enjoy your independence in a great apartment home that includes utilities, plus air conditioning, generous closet space and...
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Designed for persons: 62+ An affordable apartment community located on a quiet cul-de-sac in Des Moines. Each apartment home features generous closet space, great views, plus all utilities and air conditioning are included. Southridge Village is within blocks of shopping, a regional mall and a...
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Valley West Apartments has been a part of the West Des Moines Community since 1979. The community is designated for 62 and older or disability person. This apartment communities rent and deposit is based off of the residents income.Valley West Apartments is located off of University Avenue....
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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.
Cummins Village is nestled away from the hectic mainstream on a quiet cul-de-sac, yet just minutes away from all your needs. We offer spacious one-bedroom apartments designed for comfortably accommodating those who are 55+. Income restrictions do apply.Apartments are approximately 562 sq.ft.,...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Saylor, IA

The average cost of senior living in Saylor is $3,098 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Valeria, IA with an average of $2,806 per month.

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

Saylor, IA
$3,098/mo
$3,133/mo
$3,028/mo

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

Saylor, IA
$3,098/mo
$3,225/mo
U.S. national average
$4,048/mo

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

$4,486/mo
Independent Living
$3,098/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,180/mo
Studio
$5,141/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,904/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,441/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,329/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Saylor over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Saylor

Recent reviews for independent living in Saylor

Elite Lodge of Ashworth in West Des Moines, IA

3.8
We chose The Lodge of Ashworth Inc. because during the tour we were impressed with how clean it was and they had availability at the perfect time. They also remodeled her apartment before she moved in so she was able to pick things like her paint colors. The best part about the community is that ...
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Edencrest at Beaverdale in Des Moines, IA

5.0
Fun, vibrant, safe and clean. The staff treat your parent/family member with respect and kindness. Not a cold sterile old folks home. A place they can still be adults and not just another number.

Independence Village of Waukee

4.6
Love my apartment. Love the staff. Very friendly environment, very beautiful place to live. I feel very welcome. I just love this place. Best part of my day is my conversations with receptionist.

Saylor independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Saylor independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Saylor, 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 Saylor 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 Saylor partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.1%
20.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21.2%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
19.7%
30.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.2%
33.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.5%
8.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Saylor 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 Saylor communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
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Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.3%
43%
Room service
Room service
28.8%
36.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Saylor 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 Saylor offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
34.8%
44.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.2%
28%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.7%
32.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.9%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.9%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.4%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.8%
42.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.2%
37.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.8%
41.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.4%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
31.8%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
24.2%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.9%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Glen Meadows Retirement, Attivo Trail Waukee and Holiday Illahee Hills are the top-rated independent living facilities near Saylor, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 82 independent living facilities near Saylor, Iowa. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Saylor, Iowa are Independence Village of Ames, Independence Village of Waukee and Independence Village of Ankeny. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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