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The cost of independent living in Slater is about $3,131 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 188 options. Read 1460 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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
If you are looking for a senior apartment for yourself or an elderly loved one, look no further. McCord Manor is sure to meet the needs of all seniors who are looking for a bit of assistance, if any, while still maintaining their independence. They have many amenities to help ensure that all...
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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.
Park View Senior Apartments are senior housing for those who are 62+ and/or disabled of any age. Located in Indianola, IA where small town meets city just miles South of Des Moines. Our community offers garden style entrances with carpeted studio and one bedroom apartments with fully furnished...
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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.
The Gardens Retirement Community of Ocean Springs, Mississippi, offers all the amenities that every senior could enjoy. Our staff is here to help adjust to new living circumstances and offer a helping hand to adjust to the new setting. We have a passion for enriching the lives of seniors and...
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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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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: 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.
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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, 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: 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: 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: 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.
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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.
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: 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.
CommonBond builds stable homes, strong futures, and vibrant communities. The Tallcorn has 49 affordable unique 1 & 2 bedroom urban loft style apartments. (minimum & maximum income qualifications apply)
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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.
Photo of The Willows Assisted Living/The Evergreens
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: 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
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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
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Home 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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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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.

Cost of independent living in Slater, IA

The average cost of senior living in Slater is $3,131 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Windsor Heights, IA with an average of $3,038 per month.

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

Slater, IA
$3,131/mo
$3,146/mo
$3,270/mo

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

Slater, IA
$3,131/mo
$3,292/mo
U.S. national average
$4,235/mo

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

$4,745/mo
Independent Living
$3,131/mo

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

Studio
$2,467/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,805/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,443/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$1,030/mo

Senior living costs in Slater 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: Slater, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSlater, IAIowaU.S.
Independent Living$3,131/mo$3,292/mo$4,235/mo
Assisted Living$4,724/mo$4,525/mo$4,777/mo
Memory Care$4,745/mo$4,530/mo$5,044/mo
Independent Living
Slater, IA:$3,131/mo
Iowa:$3,292/mo
U.S.:$4,235/mo
Assisted Living
Slater, IA:$4,724/mo
Iowa:$4,525/mo
U.S.:$4,777/mo
Memory Care
Slater, IA:$4,745/mo
Iowa:$4,530/mo
U.S.:$5,044/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Slater

Recent reviews for independent living in Slater

Elite Lodge of Ashworth in West Des Moines, IA

4.5
The Lodge is a friendly atmosphere all the units are different You design what you want nice wooded setting Does not have apartment feeling more homelike would definitely recommend the Lodge

Perry Lutheran Homes Spring Valley Campus

4.8
I have always been happy with the environment and helpful and friendly staff. The tenants seem happy to live there and enjoy all the activities they get to do. They enjoy going on outings too. Also live entertainment coming in most every week.

Bishop Drumm Retirement Center in Johnston, IA

5.0
My dad is doing really good after picking this community from the list we got from A Place For Mom. He is enjoying the meals they make. He has tried some activities and he knows some people who live here. The staff has been great. I cant tell he is happy and when he calls he tells me good ...
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Slater independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Slater independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Slater, 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 Slater 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 Slater partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Slater, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.4%
20.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.4%
35.3%
No sugar
No sugar
17%
31.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.1%
34.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.8%
11.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Slater 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 Slater communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Slater, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
19.7%
37.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
44.4%
Room service
Room service
26.5%
37.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17%
17.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Slater 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 Slater offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Slater, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
32%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15%
29.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.4%
33.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.1%
48.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.4%
49.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.5%
54.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32%
44%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.2%
39.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.2%
42.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.7%
48%
Live performances
Live performances
35.4%
47.7%
Dances
Dances
23.1%
33.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32%
40.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32%
47.3%
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Cedars Assisted Living, Attivo Trail Waukee and StoryPoint Ankeny are the top-rated independent living facilities near Slater, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 188 independent living facilities near Slater, Iowa. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Slater, Iowa is StoryPoint Ankeny. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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