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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Wolf, IA
The cost of independent living in Wolf is about $3,534 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 10 options. Read 94 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 Ames, Jefferson and Boone.
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Good, my therapists are excellent. I'm not a fan of the pendants. Sometimes care staff makes me feel rushed when helping me. Food is excellent!
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.
Welcome to Independence Village! At Independence Village of Ames, we enjoy spending time getting to know our residents and helping them explore the best living options for each of their specific needs. We’re here to assist with daily tasks like housekeeping, getting ready for the day, or even...
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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.
Hancock Apartments is a senior housing complex located in the city of Boone which is the county seat of Boone County, Iowa. With a real community feel in a comfortable neighborhood, Hancock Apartments is a wonderful choice for your new place of residence. Boone is a small but interesting city...
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The staff are nice and helpful. My mother in law is enjoying some of the daily activities offered. The food is good and they offer god sized portions. They do keep the community clean. I would recommend...
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.
The Rose of Ames Affordable Assisted Living community is located in Ames, Iowa. The community has 56 units situated in a tranquil residential neighborhood on the border of Ames in Story County. It is also located in a part that has low crime rates making it quite safe for residents. The Mary...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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: 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.
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 Wolf, IA
The average cost of senior living in Wolf is $3,534 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Grand Junction, IA with an average of $2,738 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Wolf
Recent reviews for independent living in Wolf
Northridge Village in Ames, IA
5.0
Northridge VIllage is a very professionally run community with compassionate, efficient personnel. The atmosphere is friendly and welcoming for residents' demeanors and outlooks. The healthful meals are tasty, nicely varied and attractive and we appreciate the cleanliness of handling foodstuffs. ...
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Bickford of Ames
4.4
My experience has been really good. My mom like it. My mom likes the food. The staff is awesome. The room sizes are good, could be bigger, but there are plenty of common areas. They have a wonderful outdoor courtyard area for residents. Need more variety in the activities.
Independence Village of Ames
5.0
The food is extraordinarily good. The move in process was a bit bumpy, but not bad. The staff shine with affection and kindness. The overall cleanliness is great. I highly recommend this facility. The cost is bearable given what we are getting--great food, kind and competent staff, lots of ...
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Wolf independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wolf independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wolf, 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 Wolf 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 Wolf partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wolf, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
19.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.3%
33.1%
No sugar
No sugar
14.3%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
32.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
7.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Wolf 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 Wolf communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wolf, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
35.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.3%
42.1%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
16.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wolf 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 Wolf offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wolf, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
27.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
31.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
14.3%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.6%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
14.3%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.3%
40.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.6%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
28.6%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
14.3%
45.6%
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Independence Village of Ames, Bickford of Ames and Perry Lutheran Homes Spring Valley Campus are the top-rated independent living facilities near Wolf, Iowa. See full list of communities.
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