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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Ulmer, IA

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The cost of independent living in Ulmer is about $3,939 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 61 options. Read 66 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: 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 McCord Manor of Storm Lake
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.
McCord Manor of Storm LakeMcCord Manor of Storm Lake is a senior housing complex in the beautiful city of Storm Lake, Iowa. Storm Lake is a wonderful community located in Buena Vista County. Sitting beside the lake where the city got its name, Storm Lake has a bustling but relaxing community with...
Photo of Willow Dale Wellness Village Care Center
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
About ABCM CorporationWillow Dale Wellness Village is owned by ABCM Corporation, Hampton, IA. ABCM is a multi-facility provider offering top-quality, long-term care services unmatched in the state of Iowa. We believe in a Person Directed Care approach to long-term care, encouraging the...
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 Ever Greene Ridge
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
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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
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.
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.
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.
Photo of Wahkonsa Manor
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.
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 Greenleaf Retirement Community
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 Grandview Health 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.
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 Elm Crest Retirement Community
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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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 Country View Estates Inc
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 Ulmer, IA

The average cost of senior living in Ulmer is $3,939 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Willey, IA with an average of $3,058 per month.

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

Ulmer, IA
$3,939/mo
$3,707/mo
$4,053/mo

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

Ulmer, IA
$3,939/mo
$3,268/mo
U.S. national average
$4,160/mo

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

$4,412/mo
Independent Living
$3,939/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,975/mo
Studio
$4,549/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,080/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,543/mo

Senior living costs in Ulmer 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: Ulmer, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeUlmer, IAIowaU.S.
Independent Living$3,939/mo$3,268/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living$4,412/mo$4,480/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$4,412/mo$4,485/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Ulmer, IA:$3,939/mo
Iowa:$3,268/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Ulmer, IA:$4,412/mo
Iowa:$4,480/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Ulmer, IA:$4,412/mo
Iowa:$4,485/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Ulmer

Recent reviews for independent living in Ulmer

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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The Gardens of Cherokee

5.0
Overall experience - outstanding and everything else from the cleanliness, the staff, the quality of care, meals, activities and value for cost has been superb. My brother has moved from the Gardens this month. If it was not for the care that his [name removed] did for him and the care of the ...
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Hansen House Harlan

5.0
This facility was built and designed for people with memory loss. No detail was missed. This facility was in western Iowa and was the only facility that catered to this specific issue .Our coordinator with A Place for Mom was amazing. He listened to our concerns and what we were looking for and ...
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Ulmer independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ulmer independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ulmer, 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 Ulmer 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 Ulmer partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ulmer, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
6.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
9.1%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
9.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
13.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Ulmer 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 Ulmer communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ulmer, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
4.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
13.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
15.9%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.6%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ulmer 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 Ulmer offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ulmer, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
27.3%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.6%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
29.5%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
25%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20.5%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
13.6%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
15.9%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
11.4%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.9%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22.7%
46.4%
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