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8 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Elgin, IA

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Staff are very kind and professional. The only things that we felt was not great. Food. They served cold plates a lot. The pricing went up several times. A couple months after they got there they were...
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.
Garden View Place Assisted Living and Memory Care Community is a staple in Northeast Iowa for seniors who value independence, freedom of choice, and the company of those who share common values and lifestyles. Our friendly and caring staff is here to make life a little easier and a lot more...
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A quiet and personal hallway and room
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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The staff are so welcoming at Maplecrest Manor. The resident-s company is always welcomed by the staff team . The community is very caring. The food seems very good and there are always snacks available...
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, 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.
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: 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.
Photo of Maple Memory Lane
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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.
Why Choose Maple Memory Lane?There is nothing more important than knowing you are making the right decision for your loved one. Finding a place that honors their privacy and independence, but also ensures their safety and well-being can become a tasking decision; but we are here to help. Maple...
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
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 assisted living in Elgin, IA

The average cost of senior living in Elgin is $3,960 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Calmar, IA with an average of $3,198 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Elgin, IA vs. nearby cities

Elgin, IA
$3,960/mo
$4,013/mo
$3,682/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Elgin, IA vs. the state and national average

Elgin, IA
$3,960/mo
$4,353/mo
U.S. national average
$4,515/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Elgin vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,960/mo
$3,960/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Elgin, IA by room type

Studio
$4,735/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,393/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,700/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Elgin, IA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Elgin.

What families are saying about assisted living in Elgin

Recent reviews for assisted living in Elgin

Garden View Place in Monona, IA

4.8
The facility and staff are wonderful. Our problem came with getting my parents to reach out to them when they needed something. They are to used to doing for themselves. Staff has been very good at checking in and encouraging them to ask for help when they need it. They raised prices a couple ...
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Arlington Place at Oelwein

4.0
My brother and I were looking for an alternative living for our parents. They were doing well on their own but with neither of us living in town we were concerned about what would happen when they could no longer drive. The townhouse at Arlington Place fit the bill. They are independent but it ...
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Elgin assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elgin assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elgin, 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 Elgin assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Elgin that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Elgin, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
44.4%
43.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33.3%
28.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
77.8%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
77.8%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
44.4%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
11.1%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
77.8%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
22.2%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
33.3%
44.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Elgin assisted living

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 Elgin Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Elgin, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
44.4%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.3%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
33.3%
34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.2%
11.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Elgin assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Elgin partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Elgin, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.2%
22.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Elgin assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Elgin communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Elgin, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.1%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.2%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
44.4%
29.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.2%
14.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elgin assisted 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 assisted living communities in Elgin offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Elgin, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
11.1%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.4%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.1%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.4%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.4%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.4%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.4%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
44.4%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
11.1%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
38.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Elgin

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Iowa assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Elgin protect seniors.

Learn about Iowa Assisted Living regulations

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Arlington Place at Oelwein, Garden View Place and Copper Creek are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Elgin, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 8 assisted living facilities near Elgin, Iowa. See the full list.

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