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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Woodland Hills, IA
The cost of independent living in Woodland Hills is about $3,049 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 48 options. Read 171 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 Des Moines, West Des Moines and Ankeny.
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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.
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.
Elsie Mason Manor is a senior housing community that is located in the city of Des Moines Iowa. Our community is located in Polk County, which is an urban county. That is a beautiful city that is ideal for a getaway for the family and friends of the residents in our community. There are many...
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.
Ligutti TowerLigutti Tower is located in Des Moines, the capital city of the state of Iowa. The most populous city of the state, it is also the county seat of Polk County. You will find Ligutti Tower in the heart of downtown, close to fantastic dining, theaters, shopping, transportation and more....
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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Walden Point promotes choice, dignity and independence by providing a quality affordable assisted living housing option for persons age 65 and older. Walden Point offers private full sized apartments paired with the support of 24 hour on-site staff. Some of the amenities available at Walden Point...
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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I think things have turned out very well at Corinthian Gardens, my loved one really seems to have settled in well and is enjoying herself! It's a very friendly community, and she's really enjoying being able...
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.
Corinthian GardensCorinthian Gardens is an affordable, safe senior housing community located in friendly Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa. You’ll never run out of things to do here. You can visit the farmers market, spend an afternoon in Des Moines’ lush botanical gardens, or take a walking tour of...
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.
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.
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Cost of independent living in Woodland Hills, IA
The average cost of senior living in Woodland Hills is $3,049 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pleasantville, IA with an average of $2,568 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Woodland Hills
Recent reviews for independent living in Woodland Hills
Elite Lodge of Ashworth in West Des Moines, IA
3.8
We chose The Lodge of Ashworth Inc. because during the tour we were impressed with how clean it was and they had availability at the perfect time. They also remodeled her apartment before she moved in so she was able to pick things like her paint colors. The best part about the community is that ...
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Edencrest at Beaverdale in Des Moines, IA
5.0
Fun, vibrant, safe and clean. The staff treat your parent/family member with respect and kindness. Not a cold sterile old folks home. A place they can still be adults and not just another number.
Rock Creek Senior Living in Ankeny, IA
5.0
I would recommend this facility to others. All interactions that I have had with all of the staff have been great. Also, my mother has not had a complaint that she has told me about. So everything good. I can't rate the meals or activities as I haven't personally been involved with those.
Woodland Hills independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Woodland Hills independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Woodland Hills, 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 Woodland Hills 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 Woodland Hills partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Woodland Hills, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.8%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
11.8%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
8.8%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.7%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.9%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Woodland Hills 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 Woodland Hills communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Woodland Hills, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.7%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
17.6%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
20.6%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.7%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Woodland Hills 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 Woodland Hills offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Woodland Hills, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
20.6%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.7%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.8%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
32.4%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
23.5%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
32.4%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.5%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.8%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.7%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.5%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
20.6%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
17.6%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.5%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20.6%
45.7%
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Glen Meadows Retirement, Attivo Trail Waukee and Holiday Illahee Hills are the top-rated independent living facilities near Woodland Hills, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 48 independent living facilities near Woodland Hills, Iowa. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Woodland Hills, Iowa are Independence Village of Waukee and Independence Village of Ankeny. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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