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The cost of independent living in Wald is about $2,888 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 174 options. Read 951 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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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.
Designed for persons: 62+ Luther Towers is a bit of nature in the city. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac with easy access to area shops, banks and clinics. This community has planned social activities and a service coordinator to assist with individual needs. In addition the apartment community is a...
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My dad is pretty independent so I don't know about the care services and I haven't heard anything about the activities. They're very friendly and helpful and they seem very concerned. We had to work through...
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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.
Designed for persons: 62+ Spring Village is an affordable apartment community located in a quiet residential neighborhood in Davenport. Come and enjoy the great benefits of living here. Spring Village is close to grocery shopping, clinics and banks, and has planned social activities, on-site...
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.
St. Katherine's Apartments is a senior housing community located in beautiful Davenport, Scott County, Iowa. Our peaceful neighborhood is located near the Mississippi River and is surrounded by at least four picturesque parks. Situated between Chicago and Des Moines, Davenport is a convenient...
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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: 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.
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+ Enjoy the perks of living at Spruce Hills Village. Situated in a quiet residential neighborhood, yet conveniently located near shopping and clinics. This one bedroom apartment community has renovated apartments, planned social activities, on-site library, indoor mail...
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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: 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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Luther Knoll is an "independent lifestyle" low-income (subsidized) senior community, meaning that there are income and equity requirements. Such are beyond the scope of this review. The minimum age to be...
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+ At Luther Knoll, you can't help but feel at home. Spacious one bedroom apartments that are designed for carefree living with features like generous closet space, walk-in showers and paid utilities including central air. This apartment community offers elevator service,...
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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.
Designed for persons: 62+ When maintaining an independent lifestyle is important, consider Luther Heights. Located just steps from shopping and banking, this one bedroom apartment community is also a meal site location. Luther Heights has an on-site beauty salon, laundry facilities, many planned...
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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.
Designed for persons: 62+ Welcome to Luther Manor! Located just steps from shopping and banking. This one bedroom apartment community is a meal site location. Enjoy social activities and exercise classes in the community room, as well as convenient city bus service and on-site beauty/barber shop....
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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.
Located in the vibrant Quad Cities, The Suites of Bettendorf is conveniently located at 2592 Middle Road, near the intersection of Middle Road & Spruce Hills Dr. It’s walkability to nearby amenities makes this the perfect place to call home.A thoughtfully designed, 3-story building is...
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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.
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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
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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.
Rock Ridge Residential Care is set in the heart of Iowa between Cedar Rapids and Vinton IA on a quiet country side where your senior loved ones can enjoy the fresh air and peace that comes with being out on a secluded residence. Finding the right residential/assisted living facility can be a...
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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, 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: 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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My husband lived at Highland Ridge for a few months and I think he got along okay. He did get in the cabinet one day and drank about a half bottle of hand sanitizer. They did call me and say they were...
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.

Cost of independent living in Wald, IA

The average cost of senior living in Wald is $2,888 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Calamus, IA with an average of $2,373 per month.

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

Wald, IA
$2,888/mo
$2,912/mo
$2,936/mo

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

Wald, IA
$2,888/mo
$3,228/mo
U.S. national average
$4,053/mo

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

$4,354/mo
Independent Living
$2,888/mo

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

Semi-Private
$8,850/mo
Studio
$5,108/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,782/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,299/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Wald over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Wald

Recent reviews for independent living in Wald

Brown Deer Place in Coralville, IA

4.0
I would recommend if the person had severe dementia, they are very friendly the only complaint she has is that the food is not very good.

Cedar Village Senior Residences in Cedar Rapids, IA

4.0
My love one is doing fine since her move to this community. We have not had any problems, or concerns. We do feel she is safe, and in good hands. They have a kind, friendly staff. They do a good job with the cleanliness around the community. Everything is going well, and this is probably would ...
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Terrace Glen Village in Marion, IA

5.0
Moved in day one! No regrets. I'm not interested in facade and opulence. All I need is kindness and respect. Showered with both here.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Welcoming and friendly residents. Many reviews highlight the sense of camaraderie among residents at various communities, such as Legacy Pointe, Oak Park Place - Dubuque, and Holiday Palmer Hills. Residents express appreciation for the welcoming nature of their fellow community members and the sense of family they've forme ...
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Highly helpful and caring staff. Numerous reviews mention the dedication and support of the staff at communities like Boyson Heights Senior Living, Walden Place Senior Living, and Holiday Palmer Hills. Families and residents express their gratitude for the staff's attentiveness and compassion towards their needs.
Diverse activities fostering socializing. Activities play a significant role in residents' experiences at different communities, such as The Fountains, Legacy Pointe, and Cottage Grove Place, a CCRC. Residents enjoy the wide range of activities offered, from religious services to musical entertainment, and feel more engaged and ac ...
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Delicious meals tailored to dietary needs. Quality meals are a common theme in reviews for communities like Oak Park Place - Dubuque, Boyson Heights Senior Living, and Walden Place Senior Living. Residents express their satisfaction with the taste and variety of meals, as well as the accommodations for dietary restrictions and indi ...
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Thoughtful, considerate living spaces. Reviews often mention the comfort and thoughtfulness of living spaces at communities like Park Vista - North Hill, Legacy Pointe, and Oak Park Place - Dubuque. Residents appreciate the cleanliness and upkeep of their apartments and common areas, enhancing their overall sense of well-being. ...
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Communicative and inclusive community environment. Clear and consistent communication is valued in reviews for communities such as Legacy Pointe, Boyson Heights Senior Living, and Walden Place Senior Living. Residents and families feel reassured and involved in their care, ensuring a strong sense of connection to their community.
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Wald independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wald independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wald, 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 Wald 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 Wald 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
15.2%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20.3%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
17.7%
30.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.4%
33.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Wald 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 Wald communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wald, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.6%
36%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.2%
43%
Room service
Room service
20.3%
36.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.4%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wald 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 Wald offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wald, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
28.5%
44.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.4%
28%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.5%
32.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.6%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.4%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.1%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25.9%
42.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19.6%
37.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
24.1%
41.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
31%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
17.7%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.3%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookstone of Aledo, Holiday Palmer Hills and Cottage Grove Place, a CCRC are the top-rated independent living facilities near Wald, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 174 independent living facilities near Wald, Iowa. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Wald, Iowa are Brookstone of Aledo and Holiday Palmer Hills. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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