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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Jefferson, IA
If you’re looking for independent living in the Jefferson area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Jefferson. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
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Overall it is positive, very caring manager & staff home feeling vibe. It is clean but sometimes there is a urine smell. 98 percent friendly always have a couple that hearts aren't in it Quality of care is...
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.
At Bickford, we believe the golden years should be golden. Your loved one will be immersed in a world of homemade culinary delights, continuous caregiver companionship, and a myriad of enjoyable social engagements. Our commitment to their best life is unwavering, powered by our renowned...
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I am basing this off of the memory Care unit since Mom has been there the longest. They're willing to work with families on where to place residents and how to care for each individual resident. With the...
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.
Edencrest at Siena Hills Assisted Living and Memory Care is your community of choice in Ankeny! We are committed to providing Red Carpet Treatment for everyone who lives, works, and visits Siena Hills. Red Carpet Treatment is more than simple hospitality; it is our way of life! Our 'Resident...
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My parents love it there. The staff is very friendly and very accommodating. The apartment is beautiful. The only reason I rated activities down a little is because we thought there would be...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Ramsey Village Continuing Care Retirement Community located on 10-acres of beautiful landscapped land provides a full range of choices for today's seniors. Choosing a senior living community represents a lifestyle choice and we understand that our residents are choosing much more than a...
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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.
Explore the comforts of small-town senior living at Addington Place of Carroll. Quiet surroundings near the edge of town create this community’s peaceful retirement setting without sacrificing quick access to Carroll’s conveniences.Addington Place of Carroll provides personalized assisted living...
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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.
Hancock Apartments is a senior housing complex located in the city of Boone which is the county seat of Boone County, Iowa. With a real community feel in a comfortable neighborhood, Hancock Apartments is a wonderful choice for your new place of residence. Boone is a small but interesting city...
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Adel Assisted Living was very easy to work with and everyone was very friendly and helpful. It is nice and quiet but they do have activities. The fact they have 24 hour medical personnel available is a...
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.
Located in a quiet neighborhood in the City of Adel, these apartments feature spacious living accommodations in a relaxing atmosphere. The 24-unit project at Adel Assisted Living also offers community areas for socializing and delicious meals. Wesley Services provides 24 hour on-site staff to...
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The staff are nice and helpful. My mother in law is enjoying some of the daily activities offered. The food is good and they offer god sized portions. They do keep the community clean. I would recommend...
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 Rose of Ames Affordable Assisted Living community is located in Ames, Iowa. The community has 56 units situated in a tranquil residential neighborhood on the border of Ames in Story County. It is also located in a part that has low crime rates making it quite safe for residents. The Mary...
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Mother had progressive dementia, she was a handfull for the staff. The staff was very patient with her. Mother made no complaints about the facility. Mom was always a social person, as her disease progressed...
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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.
Why settle for the ordinary in senior living when Bickford offers so much more? Freshly crafted meals, a dedicated caregiver always within reach, and a world of exciting activities await your loved one. Our commitment? Making sure they’re able to embrace life to the fullest, every single day....
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My mother has recently made the move into this community and I have no complaints of how things are going for her. The staff have been helpful with the transition and where very professional throughout the...
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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.
Alice Place Apartments is a brand new complex located on the Eastern edge of Waukee. We offer 1 and 2 bedroom units with all appliances. This includes the washer/dryer, stove, refrigerator, dishwasher and microwave in each unit. Each resident is given a storage unit at no charge and has access to...
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I am so happy with this community the staff are wonderful. I get to have different choices for my meals. When i do receive my meals they are very tasty balanced meals and the temperature for them is great....
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.
Scuyler Place Assisted Living is designed for couples or individuals. Our staff provide provide a friendly atmosphere that will make you feel right at home. Activities are planned and designed to help prevent the isolation that can result from physical challenges. Feel the independence of your...
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Friendliness of staff. 4 Nurses don't have time for residents or resident's family. Neither does executive director. They don't return phone calls. Meals and dining - Breakfast the best. Lunch and Dinner...
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.
Edencrest at Green Meadows is professionally managed by Senior Housing Companies.We are committed to providing Red Carpet Treatment for everyone who lives, works, and visits Green Meadows. Enjoy peace of mind and a wide variety of all-inclusive amenities when you reserve your apartment today. Ask...
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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.
Edgewater, a WesleyLife community, is characterized by quality that is second to none and our commitment to making every part of life a positive experience.We believe that: Real Wellness promotes good health for your entire mind, body and spirit.True Hospitality encourages personal choice and...
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This is a great opportunity for a parent or a loved one to go to. They are very welcome and open with the residents as well as the family. My mother is very happy there and it was the best place for her to...
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.
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The Lodge is a friendly atmosphere all the units are different You design what you want nice wooded setting Does not have apartment feeling more homelike would definitely recommend the Lodge
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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.
The Lodge of Ashworth was the first resort retirement community to emerge in Iowa. The Lodge offers one, two and three bedroom suites with unique and interesting floor plans. The Lodge is close to shopping, churches, and community amenities and services. The resort setting and appeal of The...
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I thinks so far it's been good. It's clean and the staff are pretty friendly. The food seems to be pretty good. The weekends can get a little difficult because there are less staff on duty. I don't think...
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.
Our Assisted Living facility at 3801 Grand features 60 private apartments. We offer all-inclusive service, allowing residents to continue their daily routine, while receiving additional care from our 24-hour staff. Medication management and personal care are included in the monthly rent. There...
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They are doing great, they are happy with the community. I don't have any complaints about anything.
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.
Live the life at Windsor Manor! Experience the best of retirement living with the helpful support you need 24 hours a day. Our seniors love their spacious apartment homes with country views. They also enjoy time with their neighbors and friends in our beautiful community and blooming courtyard...
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My father moved in the summer of [date removed] before Covid locked everything down so we had a chance to get him settled in. During the pandemic when we were not able to visit, staff kept us up to date....
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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.
Reed Place is a pet friendly senior living community where our goal is to offer our residents the opportunity to thrive in mind and body by providing compassionate assistance in their daily routines only when needed. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a...
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Greenfield Manor is in a smaller town and it is a smaller facility and I think those do better than some of the larger facilities. I thought they did a very good job. My sister did not agree with some of...
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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.
Welcome to Greenfield Assisted Living Community. Greenfield is the premier assisted living community of Adair County. Our safe, residential environment is staffed by an expert team that provides support and assistance when you need it. Our goal is to promote your independence and the quality of...
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I am happy for the care that is received from this community. The staff are caring and attentive to the residents. The menu offers alot of healthy meals that she is enjoying. The activities are helpful for...
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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 Rose of East Des Moines is an independent living community located in Des Moines, IA. Des Moines is a part of the counties of Polk and Warren. Centrally located in downtown Des Moines, residents have easy access to hospitals, parks, shopping, and fine dining. Just about anything residents...
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The friendliness of the staff gets a 5+. It is a great place. People are amazing. It is beautiful, they have just remodeled, painted and new carpet. Wish there were more variety of activities. It is...
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.
ENJOY THE BENEFITS OF RENTAL!Experience for yourself the active retirement lifestyle at Walnut Ridge. Designed for those looking to enjoy life, surrounded by great neighbors and friends in an impressive setting.Walnut Ridge provides the ultimate in retirement living for those ages 55 and better...
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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 Gardens Retirement Community of Ocean Springs, Mississippi, offers all the amenities that every senior could enjoy. Our staff is here to help adjust to new living circumstances and offer a helping hand to adjust to the new setting. We have a passion for enriching the lives of seniors and...
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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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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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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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.
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...
Cost of independent living in Jefferson, IA
The average cost of senior living in Jefferson is $3,334 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dawson, IA with an average of $1,973 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Jefferson, IA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Jefferson, IA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Jefferson
Recent reviews for independent living in Jefferson
Elite Lodge of Ashworth in West Des Moines, IA
3.8
We chose The Lodge of Ashworth Inc. because during the tour we were impressed with how clean it was and they had availability at the perfect time. They also remodeled her apartment before she moved in so she was able to pick things like her paint colors. The best part about the community is that ...
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Edencrest at Beaverdale in Des Moines, IA
5.0
Fun, vibrant, safe and clean. The staff treat your parent/family member with respect and kindness. Not a cold sterile old folks home. A place they can still be adults and not just another number.
Rock Creek Senior Living in Ankeny, IA
5.0
I would recommend this facility to others. All interactions that I have had with all of the staff have been great. Also, my mother has not had a complaint that she has told me about. So everything good. I can't rate the meals or activities as I haven't personally been involved with those.
Jefferson independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Jefferson independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Jefferson, 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 Jefferson 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 Jefferson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
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Availability of select dining options in Jefferson 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 Jefferson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
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Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Jefferson 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 Jefferson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
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Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
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Community service programs
Community service programs
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Devotional activities on-site
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Parties / BBQs / happy hour
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Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
27.8%
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Piano or organ
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Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
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Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
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Clubs / games / karaoke
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Live performances
Live performances
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Dances
Dances
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Attivo Trail Waukee, Independence Village of Waukee and Glen Meadows Retirement are the top-rated independent living facilities near Jefferson, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 163 independent living facilities near Jefferson, Iowa. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Jefferson, Iowa are Independence Village of Waukee, Independence Village of Ames and Independence Village of Ankeny. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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