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The cost of independent living in York Center is about $2,916 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 133 options. Read 980 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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My father resided in the Regency wing of the EWR memory care facility. He had Alzheimer's and was a very special person. The care staff treated him as such and were excellent at managing his behaviors and...
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.
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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, 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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
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, 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.
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, 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.
Windsor Manor Shenandoah is an assisted living facility located in Shenandoah, Iowa. At this facility there are 40 apartments that are one or two bedrooms and have 1 bathroom. Each one has their own kitchen or kitchenette. Our staff is available for the residents 24 hours a day, 7 days per week....
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Provides: Assisted Living, Home Care
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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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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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.
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My Mom was diagnosed with Alzheimer's over 7 years ago. My Dad is 93, she is 90; they have been married for 69 years. Thanks to my amazing siblings, we were able to keep Mom at home until recently. While it...
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: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally 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.
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.
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.
Cost of independent living in York Center, IA
The average cost of senior living in York Center is $2,916 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Neola, IA with an average of $1,864 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in York Center, IA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in York Center, IA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in York Center
Recent reviews for independent living in York Center
Nye Square in Fremont, NE
4.0
Fremont Nebraska Nye Court I would rate them as a 4 for those categories. We had a really good experience. My mom was there about 8 months.
The staff was very knowledgeable and caring towards the residents. They kept the residents rooms and commons areas very clean . Admissions was very easy ...
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Risen Son Christian Village in Council Bluffs, IA
4.8
We have no problem with the community, they people there are very nice. Our only issues would be the communication regarding our loved one. Sometimes it is hard to get information and updates but we think that could be because of covid. We would definitely recommend this community to others. ...
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Bailey Pointe at Miracle Hills in Omaha, NE
5.0
We've utilized The Waterford for respite stays, and we loved it. We would have put my loved one there long-term except they don't have memory care. Even though the building is old, the people were so nice. The care was great. And the food was good.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Exceptional and dedicated staff. Numerous reviews from Bloomfield express appreciation for the warm and caring nature of the staff at Bloomfield Senior Living. One particular tour guide, [name removed], went above and beyond to make prospective residents feel welcome and valued.
Variety of activities for social engagement. Residents at Bloomfield enjoy a wide range of activities, including puzzles, card games, and community events. These activities have introduced residents to new friends and helped foster a sense of community.
Well-maintained common areas and apartments. Reviews from Crown Pointe Retirement Community and Maple Ridge Retirement Community highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of the common areas and apartments at their respective communities. Residents enjoy living in well-maintained environments.
Flexible dining options. At Bloomfield, residents have the freedom to choose when they want to eat in the dining room or use their own kitchens. This flexibility allows for personalized dining experiences based on individual preferences.
Community atmosphere. Reviews from Bloomfield, Maple Ridge Retirement Community, and Holiday Rolling Hills Ranch mention the friendly and caring community atmosphere at their respective senior living facilities. Residents look out for one another and enjoy socializing with their neighbors.
High-quality meals. Several reviews for Bloomfield praise the delicious meals provided at the community. The flexibility to choose when to eat and the high-quality food make mealtimes a highlight for residents.
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York Center independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in York Center independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in York Center, 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 York Center 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 York Center partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
York Center, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.9%
20.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15.3%
33.7%
No sugar
No sugar
11.9%
30.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
17.8%
33%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
0.8%
8.6%
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Availability of select dining options in York Center 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 York Center communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
York Center, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
24.6%
35.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.1%
42.9%
Room service
Room service
27.1%
36.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.3%
17.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in York Center 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 York Center offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
York Center, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
33.9%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.4%
28%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.8%
32.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.5%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39%
48.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50.8%
53.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.4%
42.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.9%
37.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.1%
41%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.9%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
38.1%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
23.7%
32.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.4%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.3%
46%
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