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This facility was built and designed for people with memory loss. No detail was missed. This facility was in western Iowa and was the only facility that catered to this specific issue .Our coordinator with A...
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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Choose this facility because it was a little smaller. My folks lived on a farm and then small town so a larger facility would be overwhelming. I think they try really hard but are short staffed like...
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.
Allen Place is a senior living community in Atlantic Iowa near the Nishna Hills Golf Club. Our community has a wonderful view of the lush green rolling hills but we are close enough to town for frequent outings to restaurants, shopping and our local farmers market. We also take regular visits to...
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My mother was recently put into this nursing home because of her advanced Dementia. At first I was terrified but when I was welcomed by the staff at Oakland Manor I felt so much better about my decision....
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.
The heart of a community here in Oakland Iowa is its people. Oakland Heights offers assisted living in a safe, nurturing cozy neighborhood. Our rural setting is quite and relaxing. You will find spacious, private apartments, delicious dining, and beautiful community spaces. At Oakland Manor we...
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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.
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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.
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, 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
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, 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, Home 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.
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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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, 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.

Cost of assisted living in Harlan, IA

The average cost of senior living in Harlan is $4,219 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hancock, IA with an average of $3,142 per month.

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

Harlan, IA
$3,767/mo
$4,579/mo

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

Harlan, IA
$3,767/mo
$4,353/mo
U.S. national average
$4,515/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,767/mo
$3,767/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,825/mo
Studio
$4,680/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,083/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,000/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Harlan over time

Harlan, IAIA stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Harlan, 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 Harlan.

What families are saying about assisted living in Harlan

Recent reviews for assisted living in Harlan

Oakland Heights Assisted Living

4.8
Recently my father has been needing more help and we have looked at several assisted living places. We have had such a positive experience in a very difficult time. Thank you Oakland Assisted Living, we look forward to moving forward with you.

Hansen House Harlan

5.0
Very clean and a kind, helpful and friendly staff. New construction, great reviews, and the administration is also.

Allen Place in Atlantic, IA

4.6
The staff at Allen Place have been very friendly and respectful to my parents. Carts were available for the move in process. My parents said that the food is very good. I have heard no complaints from my parents. Allen Place was a good fit for my dad who likes to walk, being able to walk indoors ...
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Harlan assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Harlan assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Harlan, 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 Harlan 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 Harlan that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Harlan, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
21.4%
43.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
64.3%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
64.3%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
28.6%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.4%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
64.3%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
21.4%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
28.6%
44.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Harlan 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 Harlan Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Harlan, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
28.6%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
21.4%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
28.6%
34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.3%
11.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Harlan 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 Harlan partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Harlan, IANational
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
7.1%
29.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Harlan 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 Harlan communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Harlan, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.3%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
29.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
14.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Harlan 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 Harlan offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Harlan, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
21.4%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.4%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.6%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
21.4%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
28.6%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.4%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.3%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
21.4%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
21.4%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.1%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
21.4%
38.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Harlan

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 Harlan protect seniors.

Learn about Iowa Assisted Living regulations

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Allen Place, Hansen House Harlan and Oakland Heights Assisted Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Harlan, Iowa. See full list of communities.

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