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The cost of independent living in Wellman is about $2,830 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 36 options. Read 205 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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Photo of Regency Heights
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.
Designed for persons: 62+ Located in the heart of downtown Iowa City adjacent to the Johnson County Senior Center, these beautifully designed apartment homes are close to all your needs. For your convenience, Ecumenical Towers offers indoor mail service, laundry facilities, elevator, social...
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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.
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, 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 CorporationManor House Care Center 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 individuals we...
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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 Jefferson Point
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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Cost of independent living in Wellman, IA

The average cost of senior living in Wellman is $2,830 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Washington, IA with an average of $1,447 per month.

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

Wellman, IA
$2,830/mo
$2,719/mo
$3,424/mo

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

Wellman, IA
$2,830/mo
$3,268/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

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

$4,546/mo
Independent Living
$2,830/mo

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

Studio
$5,283/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,036/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,298/mo

Senior living costs in Wellman 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: Wellman, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWellman, IAIowaU.S.
Independent Living$2,830/mo$3,268/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$4,546/mo$4,480/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,546/mo$4,485/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Wellman, IA:$2,830/mo
Iowa:$3,268/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Wellman, IA:$4,546/mo
Iowa:$4,480/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Wellman, IA:$4,546/mo
Iowa:$4,485/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Wellman, IA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Wellman and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Wellman, IA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Wellman have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Wellman, IA$2,716/mo$2,199/mo+23.5%
Iowa$2,576/mo$2,310/mo+11.5%
National$3,058/mo$2,897/mo+5.6%
Wellman, IA
2024 average cost:$2,716/mo
2023 average cost:$2,199/mo
Percent change:+23.5%
Iowa
2024 average cost:$2,576/mo
2023 average cost:$2,310/mo
Percent change:+11.5%
National
2024 average cost:$3,058/mo
2023 average cost:$2,897/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Wellman

Recent reviews for independent living in Wellman

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.

Regency Heights in Iowa City, IA

4.0
Mom is doing very well here she has settled in nicely. She has wonderful friendly neighbors. Her apartment is good she has washer dryer inside her apartment which is wonderful. The staff is friendly and nice. The community itself does not offer any sort of activities but the residents make their ...
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Keystone Place at Forevergreen in North Liberty, IA

5.0
I lived in and worked in 5 other states before moving here to work in the school system 40 years ago. It was the best move. The school systems are very good. Working conditions are good, short travel time and good people to work with. Medical facilities excellent. Four season bring good living, ...
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Wellman independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wellman independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wellman, 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 Wellman 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 Wellman partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wellman, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
8.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
17.6%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
14.7%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.9%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Wellman 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 Wellman communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wellman, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
20.6%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.8%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wellman 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 Wellman offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wellman, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
17.6%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.8%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.6%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
29.4%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
26.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
29.4%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
17.6%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.8%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20.6%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
20.6%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
14.7%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.5%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
23.5%
46.4%
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