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10 Best Nursing Homes in Lyon County, IA

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Lyon County is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 76 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Lyon County, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Lyon County is about $3,638, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 63 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Lyon County, IA

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Photo of The Inn on Westport
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They were quick to include her and make her feel at home. Activities , such as quilting, card nights, church, live music, and the food. She loved that the dining room had table cloths and they could sit...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Welcome to The Inn on Westport.  We offer everything desired for the active senior lifestyles, including truly private apartments at affordable prices for the Independent Retirees, those desiring Assisted Living services, and for those in need of Respite Care. We are conveniently...
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We chose Ponderosa Lodge due to the value for the money as well as availability when we needed it. It has been a positive experience.
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.
At Ponderosa Lodge Senior Living we acknowledge that every individual requires different levels of care at varying points of their lives. We are dedicated to providing specialized care specifically tailored to each resident’s unique needs throughout the aging experience. Our levels of care...
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Photo of Golden Horizons of Worthington
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My grandmother lives at Golden Horizons and she loves it! The administrator Cherry is an exceptional person. She truly cares about her residents and staff. Though like everybody else, they are short of help...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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.
Add: Our beautiful and modern new Memory Care community opened in June of 2021. This spacious community provides a peaceful and warm environment to enjoy the comforts at home with proper safety and care measures. The architectural design suites residents who are more prone to wandering, anxiety...
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The overall experience was very good and the community is very clean. The staff are friendly and caring and do provide great care to the residents . The meals were good and they have a variety. The...
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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Photo of Bavarian Meadows Assisted Living
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My Dad was known for referring to, and introducing himself as, the "Ol'Geezer" and this facility is "Ol'Geezer" recommended! Bavarian Meadows was a huge blessing to my Dad in the last months of his life. The...
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.
Bavarian Meadows where our tenants are “Living their best life!'...We encourage you to engage in the life-enriching programs and activities that are offered at Bavarian. Our activity program is designed to meet your interests and hobbies. You can join in a card or BINGO game, enjoy coffee chats...
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This transition has been difficult for my mom as she suffers from paranoia but we have found the staff at New Perspectives in Cloquet to be so wonderful! They truly care for my mom and want her to have to...
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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I think it is a wonderful place. I would highly recommend it. The layout is great. The room size my mom has is good. They have outdoor space for the residents to use. They have a wonderful woodshop. They...
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.
Washington Crossing is Sioux Falls' premier independent senior living community. We are a local, independently owned and operated company with long standing ties to the Sioux Falls community. We take great pride in providing clean, comfortable retirement living to folks that want to be surrounded...
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My mother is doing well here in this community, and I'am comfortable with her move here. I haven't had any issues with this community so far. I know she is safe, and in good hands. The staff has been kind,...
Provides: Memory Care
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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 Edgewood Vista Memory Care in Sioux Falls! Edgewood's Memory Care community in Sioux Falls is a welcoming community completely focused on providing familiarity, compassion, appropriate support and care. Residents live safely and comfortably in a home-like environment. Edgewood also...
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The model of the memory care hou1se is based on knowing each resident as a person first and foremost, and meeting them wherever they are on their memory care journey. My grandfather was a resident at...
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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There is no other Assisted Living comparable...This is a family taking care of your family..
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.
Family Oriented and dedicated to the well being of Seniors since 1982, the K_NOPF family takes pride in improving lifestyles for those persons that need assistance. K_NOPF Assistant Living Center is more then just a company, We are a family. A family that shares your concerns in your retirement...
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They are easy to work with. They listen to the family members as well as the patient. They communicate back to family members. The food was good. The room sizes are really good. They have outdoor space for...
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.
Photo of Premier Estates Rock Rapids Assisted Living
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
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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
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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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: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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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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.
Photo of Adrian Country Living Cottages
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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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.

Cost of nursing homes in Lyon County, IA

The average cost of senior living in Lyon County is $3,638 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sioux Center, IA with an average of $3,544 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Lyon County, IA vs. nearby counties

Lyon County, IA
$3,638/mo
$3,826/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Lyon County, IA vs. the state and national average

Lyon County, IA
$3,638/mo
$4,405/mo
U.S. national average
$4,861/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Lyon County vs. other types of senior living

$3,608/mo
Nursing Homes
$3,638/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Lyon County, IA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,715/mo
Studio
$4,318/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,566/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,069/mo

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Lyon County

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Lyon County

Washington Crossing in Sioux Falls, SD

4.5
I like the feeling of the hominess here and my apt is very nice, the staff is very nice and they are attentive too. I enjoy going to the dining room for my meals and they offer 4 choices at each meal which is nice. I really like living in this community.

StoneyBrook Suites Sioux Falls

5.0
Our family feels that Stoneybrook Suites is a very good choice at a great price point.

Ponderosa Lodge Senior Living in Sioux Falls, SD

5.0
The whole staff of Ponderosa Lodge Senior Living Center were and are extremely helpful. The Community Resource Director was especially helpful in numerous ways. This included setting up assessments, medical appointments, good communication throughout the process of being placed, getting some ...
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Lyon County nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lyon County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lyon County, 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 Lyon County 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 Lyon County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Lyon County, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
16.9%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
3.4%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.6%
26.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.3%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
16.9%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
6.8%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.3%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
10.2%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
16.9%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Lyon County 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 Lyon County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Lyon County, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
16.9%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
8.5%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
11.9%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
6.8%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lyon County 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 Lyon County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lyon County, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
6.8%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
8.5%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
8.5%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.9%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Lyon County 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 Lyon County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lyon County, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
5.1%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
8.5%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
8.5%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
1.7%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lyon County 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 Lyon County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lyon County, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
10.2%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
6.8%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
6.8%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
20.3%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
11.9%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
18.6%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
8.5%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
5.1%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10.2%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
10.2%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
11.9%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
5.1%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.2%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
8.5%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Inn on Westport, Ponderosa Lodge Senior Living and Golden Horizons of Worthington are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Lyon County, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 76 nursing homes facilities near Lyon County, Iowa. See the full list.

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