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The cost of independent living in Sunshine is about $3,868 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 54 options. Read 156 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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Last Updated: 11/14/24
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Photo of Prairie Village-Knoxville
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.
Photo of St. Andrews Apartments at Kirksville
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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 Oakwood Terrace
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Oakwood Terrace senior housing is in Princeton town, Mercer County, Missouri. The low-income housing is only a two-hour drive Northeast of Kansas City. The 55+ who are looking for convenient onsite accommodation will be attracted to our all bills paid 35 senior apartments. From our apartments,...
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Photo of Westview Acres Care Ctr
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.
Photo of The Estates of Pella
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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.
The Estates of Pella is a Vintage Cooperative Community that offers 22 thoughtfully designed individual homes perfectly located in the heart of Bos Landen Golf Course. This community will feature a private entrance, clubhouse for entertaining, fitness center, pickleball court, outdoor pool, and...
Photo of Fair Haven East
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.
Photo of Pella Manor
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.
Photo of Hilltop Manor
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 Pella Regional Health Ctr
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.
Photo of Evelyn's Guest 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.

Cost of independent living in Sunshine, IA

The average cost of senior living in Sunshine is $3,868 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Allerton, IA with an average of $2,694 per month.

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

Sunshine, IA
$3,868/mo
$3,868/mo

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

Sunshine, IA
$3,868/mo
$3,200/mo
U.S. national average
$4,149/mo

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

$4,892/mo
Independent Living
$3,868/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,669/mo
Studio
$5,569/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,613/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,764/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Sunshine over time

Sunshine, IAIA stateNational

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What families are saying about independent living in Sunshine

Recent reviews for independent living in Sunshine

Homestead of Knoxville Assisted Living

5.0
I would highly recommend Homestead. I would be happy to live there if I ever become unable to care for myself. The kitchen around mealtime smelled wonderful. Lots of areas to gather and socialize. Wide hallways with sitting areas spaced out so you can rest if you have a long trek to the mess ...
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Homestead of Centerville

5.0
Homestead of Centerville was the ideal place for my mother. The staff was professional, personable, and aimed to please at any time of day or night. The facility is clean, well lit and maintained, and free of odor and clutter. When mom required adapted assistance, the staff was willing to ...
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River Valley Place of Ottumwa

4.0
the atmosphere is beautiful. the rooms are really clean, they try really hard to plan activities for the residents. the food is decent and the director was really easy to work with. we just felt like it wasn't a good placement for my loved one due to a combination of things. they seemed short ...
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Sunshine independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sunshine independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sunshine, 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 Sunshine 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 Sunshine partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sunshine, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
8.1%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
5.4%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
8.1%
30.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.7%
8.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Sunshine 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 Sunshine communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sunshine, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
2.7%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
10.8%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
13.5%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
2.7%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sunshine 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 Sunshine offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sunshine, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
13.5%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10.8%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
8.1%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
16.2%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
21.6%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
18.9%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.9%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
8.1%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10.8%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
10.8%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
13.5%
46.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.8%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
16.2%
45.8%
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There are 54 independent living facilities near Sunshine, Iowa. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Sunshine, Iowa is Independence Village of Pella. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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