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My husband lived at Highland Ridge for a few months and I think he got along okay. He did get in the cabinet one day and drank about a half bottle of hand sanitizer. They did call me and say they were...
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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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My husband lived at Highland Ridge for a few months and I think he got along okay. He did get in the cabinet one day and drank about a half bottle of hand sanitizer. They did call me and say they were...
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.
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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.
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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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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
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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 Lutheran Living Senior Campus!Nestled in the lush fields of Muscatine, Iowa, we provide you with residences,services, and conveniences for a full life today and the full continuum of health care and rehabilitation to support you into the future. Lutheran Living is the onlyContinuing...
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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.
Income based housing for the elderly may trigger visions of run down properties and poor living conditions but this definitely does not describe the Muscatine Tower Apartments, which is located in Muscatine, IA and run by the Seldin Company. This river front property has spacious apartments that...
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.
Cost of independent living in Washington County, IA
The average cost of senior living in Washington County is $3,313 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Washington, IA with an average of $1,552 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Washington County, IA vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Washington County, IA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Washington County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Washington County, IA by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Washington County
Recent reviews for independent living in Washington County
Brown Deer Place in Coralville, IA
4.0
I would recommend if the person had severe dementia, they are very friendly the only complaint she has is that the food is not very good.
Cedar Village Senior Residences in Cedar Rapids, IA
4.0
My love one is doing fine since her move to this community. We have not had any problems, or concerns. We do feel she is safe, and in good hands. They have a kind, friendly staff. They do a good job with the cleanliness around the community. Everything is going well, and this is probably would ...
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Regency Heights in Iowa City, IA
4.0
Mom is doing very well here she has settled in nicely. She has wonderful friendly neighbors. Her apartment is good she has washer dryer inside her apartment which is wonderful. The staff is friendly and nice. The community itself does not offer any sort of activities but the residents make their ...
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Washington County independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Washington County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Washington County, 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 Washington County 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 Washington County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Washington County, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.8%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
13.4%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
11.6%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.4%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Washington County 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 Washington County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Washington County, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.2%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
17.1%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
15.2%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.7%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Washington County 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 Washington County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Washington County, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
18.3%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10.4%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.6%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
23.8%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20.7%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
24.4%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
17.1%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.5%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
19.5%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
18.9%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
11%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.2%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
18.9%
40%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Stirlingshire of Coralville, Grand Living at Bridgewater and Cottage Grove Place, a CCRC are the top-rated independent living facilities near Washington County, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 142 independent living facilities near Washington County, Iowa. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Washington County, Iowa are Walden Place Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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