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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Sulphur Springs, IA

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The cost of independent living in Sulphur Springs is about $3,111 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 49 options.

Read 54 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Storm Lake, Cherokee and Lake View.

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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
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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: 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
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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: 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: 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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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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My Mom was diagnosed with Alzheimer's over 7 years ago. My Dad is 93, she is 90; they have been married for 69 years. Thanks to my amazing siblings, we were able to keep Mom at home until recently. While it...
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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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
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.
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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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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.
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: 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
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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
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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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.

Cost of independent living in Sulphur Springs, IA

The average cost of senior living in Sulphur Springs is $3,111 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Spencer, IA with an average of $2,619 per month.

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

Sulphur Springs, IA
$3,111/mo
$2,925/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Sulphur Springs, IA, vs. other senior living options

$6,276/mo
Independent Living
$3,111/mo

Independent living costs in Sulphur Springs, IA, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,069/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,013/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,709/mo

Senior living costs in Sulphur Springs 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: Sulphur Springs, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSulphur Springs, IAIowaU.S.
Independent Living$3,111/mo$2,925/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$4,547/mo$5,505/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,276/mo$6,921/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Sulphur Springs, IA:$3,111/mo
Iowa:$2,925/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Sulphur Springs, IA:$4,547/mo
Iowa:$5,505/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Sulphur Springs, IA:$6,276/mo
Iowa:$6,921/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Sulphur Springs

Recent reviews for independent living in Sulphur Springs

Otsego Place in Storm Lake, IA

5.0
Both my Mother and now my Mother in law have been residents of Otsego Place. It has given my husband and I a great feeling of comfort knowing these two ladies had the best of care. The staff are like family, the food is excellent, and there are lots of activies for them to participate in. ...
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Bavarian Meadows Assisted Living in Remsen, IA

4.8
My dads time at Bavarian Meadows was absolutely phenomenal. It was so much more home-like and had a great atmosphere. If we had known years ago that they would have been affordable for dad, I would have tried to talk him into going here a lot sooner. In spite of everything, they were very good ...
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Rolling Meadows Senior Living in Carroll, IA

4.0
Seem to be a lot of “turnover” staff these post few months. Hopefully this will all make things better. Food is good some days, and not so good other days. I like living here and the staff that stayed are great. Would like a few more activities – more variety. And I love the van rides and ...
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Sulphur Springs independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sulphur Springs independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sulphur Springs, 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 Sulphur Springs 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 Sulphur Springs partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sulphur Springs, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
2%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
6.1%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
6.1%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
10.2%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Sulphur Springs 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 Sulphur Springs communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sulphur Springs, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
4.1%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
12.2%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.2%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sulphur Springs 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 Sulphur Springs offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sulphur Springs, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
18.4%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
4.1%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
8.2%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
20.4%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
18.4%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
16.3%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
12.2%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
6.1%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
8.2%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
14.3%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
18.4%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
6.1%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.2%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
14.3%
47.6%
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