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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Old Peru, IA
If you’re looking for independent living in the Old Peru 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 Old Peru. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 29 independent living facilities in Old Peru, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Commerce and Commerce.
You may also consider nearby communities such as West Des Moines, West Des Moines and Indianola.
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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.
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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: Senior Apartments
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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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of independent living in Old Peru, IA
The average cost of senior living in Old Peru is $4,211 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include St. Charles, IA with an average of $2,765 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Old Peru, IA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Old Peru, IA by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Old Peru
Recent reviews for independent living in Old Peru
Holland Farms in Norwalk, IA
4.8
We were looking for a space where my Grandma would be able to maintain her feeling of independence while being able to make friends her own age. She lost her best friend last summer, and she has been struggling with the adjustment. We wanted to see her make connections and friendships again. ...
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Edencrest at The Legacy in Norwalk, IA
5.0
When Mom was there, the staff was awesome. They did a fantastic job. The staffing has changed since then, so I can't say now. But I would say to check them out. It seemed like she was home. Her dementia escalated quickly, so she was only there for a month, but [names removed] were like family.
Bickford of West Des Moines
3.8
The staff members at Bickford are wonderful, they really try to make the residents feel comfortable and in that home setting. Our loved one is still adjusting so she has not participated in the activities or eaten in the dining room yet, but she is really enjoying the meals. We would recommend ...
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Old Peru independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Old Peru independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Old Peru, 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 Old Peru 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 Old Peru partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Old Peru, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19.4%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.1%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
12.9%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.1%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.2%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Old Peru 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 Old Peru communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Old Peru, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
19.4%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
25.8%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.4%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Old Peru 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 Old Peru offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Old Peru, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
22.6%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.9%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.4%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
32.3%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.5%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
35.5%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.6%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.6%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.5%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
35.5%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
19.4%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.4%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.5%
40%
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Glen Meadows Retirement, Holland Farms and Bickford of West Des Moines are the top-rated independent living facilities near Old Peru, Iowa. See full list of communities.
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