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10 Best Independent Living Communities in What Cheer, IA
The cost of independent living in What Cheer is about $5,617 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 12 options. Read 27 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 Oskaloosa, Montezuma and Sigourney.
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8.9
Review score
3 reviews
Over all very pleased. Staff is great. I have and will continue to recommend. Almost [Cost Removed] increase in January. Others have said they do increase every year.
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.
As we turn the pages of our lives – growing up, working, experiencing loves and losses, raising our own children – we all experience times when we need a little extra help. At Maple Ridge Assisted Living, we have created an environment which combines and celebrates these memorable aspects of...
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5.7
Review score
24 reviews
My mom unexpectedly went from mild dementia to moderate and started wandering and eloping. We are private pay while in the Medicaid look back period and have been struggling to find anything in our budget....
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.
River Valley Place is a senior living community that provides a home away from home for seniors in Ottumwa, Iowa. We offer a variety of services and amenities to meet the needs of our residents, including:• Restaurant-style dining• Life-enrichment activities• Flexible TransportationWe offer both...
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, 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...
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.
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.
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Cost of independent living in What Cheer, IA
The average cost of senior living in What Cheer is $5,617 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Millersburg, IA with an average of $2,684 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in What Cheer, IA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in What Cheer, IA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in What Cheer vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in What Cheer, IA by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in What Cheer
Recent reviews for independent living in What Cheer
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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Homestead of Oskaloosa
5.0
Everything has been top notch! The meals are good. The facility is very clean, someone is always cleaning. The staff calls mom by name and are so caring.
Moving in was wonderful and a simple process. We are so happy she is with Homestead!
What Cheer independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in What Cheer independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in What Cheer, 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 What Cheer 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 What Cheer partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
What Cheer, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
20.1%
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Availability of select dining options in What Cheer 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 What Cheer communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
What Cheer, IANational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
12.5%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
12.5%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in What Cheer 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 What Cheer offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
What Cheer, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
12.5%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.5%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
12.5%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
25%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
12.5%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.5%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
12.5%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
12.5%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
12.5%
46.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
12.5%
45.7%
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Homestead of Oskaloosa, River Valley Place of Ottumwa and Sigourney Care Ctr are the top-rated independent living facilities near What Cheer, Iowa. See full list of communities.
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