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10 Best Nursing Homes in Cool, IA
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Cool nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Cool, IA may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.
We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Cool or another care type is right for you. Browse 158 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Cool.
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Perry Lutheran Homes Eden Acres Campus is located on the rich plains of Perry, Iowa 25 miles NW of Des Moines. Eden Acres is like a close-nit community of extended friends and family and has been part of the Perry community since 1957.In 2014, we opened a new, 72,000 square feet nursing, memory...
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Cost of nursing homes in Cool, IA
The average cost of senior living in Cool is $4,646 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Milo, IA with an average of $4,146 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Cool, IA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Cool
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Cool
The Bridges at Ankeny
4.8
My mom stayed at The Bridges for her rehab after her shoulder surgery. The therapy team was amazing and always took the time with her. She is grateful to have recovered and is back home. But, if we need to go somewhere in the future THE BRIDGES IS WHERE WE WOULD GO!!
Addington Place of Des Moines
5.0
My aunt was at Addington Place of Des Moines and my mom resides at Addington Place of Des Moines.
I can’t say enough positive comments about Addington Place of Des Moines. They really do a good job making sure the residence are well taken care of. I know it’s hard leaving your family member ...
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Bishop Drumm Retirement Center in Johnston, IA
5.0
My dad is doing really good after picking this community from the list we got from A Place For Mom. He is enjoying the meals they make. He has tried some activities and he knows some people who live here. The staff has been great. I cant tell he is happy and when he calls he tells me good ...
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Cool nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cool nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cool, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Cool nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Cool that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Cool, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
38.6%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
21.8%
9.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.1%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
92.1%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
48.5%
9.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
26.7%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90.1%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40.6%
7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
45.5%
17.3%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Cool nursing homes
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Cool Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Cool, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
41.6%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31.7%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.6%
5.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.9%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Cool nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Cool partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cool, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20.8%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20.8%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
19.8%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
19.8%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Cool nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Cool communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cool, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20.8%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.7%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
32.7%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.8%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cool nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Cool offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cool, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
35.6%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.8%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.8%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.6%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.6%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.6%
6.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.7%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.8%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.7%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.6%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
38.6%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
20.8%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.7%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.6%
0.4%
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Independence Village of Pella, Copper Shores Village and Independence Village of Ankeny are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Cool, Iowa. See full list of communities.
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