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The cost of independent living in Wallingford is about $2,952 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 18 options. Read 8 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.

As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Spirit Lake, Spencer and Okoboji.

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Keelson was very accommodating to my sister's needs. She felt almost immediately at home and seems to have fitted in well. Keelson communicates her needs to us. I would recommend Keelson to other...
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.
Keelson Harbour is an Assisted Living Community located in Spirit Lake, Dickinson County, Iowa. Our beautiful property is located on a quiet hill with easy access to nearby lakes. Residents enjoy an on-site pond, complete with growing ducklings and their families. With many nearby attractions,...
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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: 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.
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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
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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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Cost of independent living in Wallingford, IA

The average cost of senior living in Wallingford is $2,952 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Armstrong, IA with an average of $1,874 per month.

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

Wallingford, IA
$2,952/mo

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

Wallingford, IA
$2,952/mo
$3,219/mo
U.S. national average
$4,033/mo

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

$3,761/mo
Independent Living
$2,952/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,500/mo
Studio
$5,500/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,367/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,700/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Wallingford

Recent reviews for independent living in Wallingford

Keelson Harbour in Spirit Lake, IA

3.9
I am no expert on what care should be like. I see people that are in pretty bad shape that require a lot of attention, in my opinion, questionable if they shouldn't be in skilled nursing instead. But what do I know!! Most of the workers try hard to be accommodating, but the shortage of help puts ...
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Wallingford independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wallingford independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wallingford, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dining options in Wallingford 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 Wallingford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wallingford, IANational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
10%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
10%
36.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wallingford 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 Wallingford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wallingford, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
10%
44.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
10%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
10%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
10%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
10%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
10%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
10%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
10%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
10%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
10%
45.7%
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Keelson Harbour, Hofstader Residential Home and Windsor Manor AL are the top-rated independent living facilities near Wallingford, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 18 independent living facilities near Wallingford, Iowa. See the full list.

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