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It has been a very good experience. It is a very nice place. I love all of the people there. Very kind. Apartment sizes are great.
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.
As we turn the pages of our lives – growing up, working, experiencing loves and losses, raising our own children – we all experience times when we need a little extra help. At Maple Ridge Assisted Living, we have created an environment which combines and celebrates these memorable aspects of...
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What we like the most about the community is the cleanliness and security are good. Meals could use some help. Yes, we would recommend the River Valley Place of Ottumwa community to other families based on...
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.
River Valley Place is a senior living community that provides a home away from home for seniors in Ottumwa, Iowa. We offer a variety of services and amenities to meet the needs of our residents, including:• Restaurant-style dining• Life-enrichment activities• Flexible TransportationWe offer both...
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I would recommend to others. Pennsylvania Place staff were always willing to listen to our needs. The staff at Pennsylvania Place were all very helpful, and made Mom feel at home, and gave her needed...
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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Homestead of Albia have taken excellent care of my mother in law. They provide many types of activities. My mother in law is able to go with staff to the store shopping, to the ice cream shop for a sweet...
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.
At Homestead of Albia, we strive to offer residents the care and personalized assistance they need. Care is offered around the clock, seven days a week, by our certified nursing staff. Beautiful, yet comfortable suites allow us to offer convenient assistance in your own personal environment,...
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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.
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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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Cost of assisted living in Avery, IA

The average cost of senior living in Avery is $5,530 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hamilton, IA with an average of $4,392 per month.

Assisted living costs in Avery, IA, vs. nearby cities

Avery, IA
$5,530/mo
$5,530/mo
$5,201/mo

Assisted living costs in Avery, IA, vs. state and national averages

Avery, IA
$5,530/mo
$4,392/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in Avery, IA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,530/mo
$5,530/mo

Assisted living costs in Avery, IA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,988/mo
Studio
$5,529/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,292/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,289/mo

Senior living costs in Avery vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Avery, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAvery, IAIowaU.S.
Assisted Living$5,530/mo$4,392/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,530/mo$4,394/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,500/mo$3,220/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Avery, IA:$5,530/mo
Iowa:$4,392/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Avery, IA:$5,530/mo
Iowa:$4,394/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Avery, IA:$3,500/mo
Iowa:$3,220/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Avery, 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 Avery.

What families are saying about assisted living in Avery

Recent reviews for assisted living in Avery

Homestead of Centerville

4.6
The office staff was very good with paper work at admission and accommodating with our move-in. The nurses have all been great and responsive to my loved one's needs. The cna's are caring with the residents. I have not eaten there, but the meals look very good. I have only been there during ...
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Homestead of Oskaloosa

4.8
Over all very pleased. Staff is great. I have and will continue to recommend. Almost [Cost Removed] increase in January. Others have said they do increase every year.

Pennsylvania Place in Ottumwa, IA

4.9
They are very helpful at coordinating care. It's a very pleasant place to be. They have a daily activities schedule which include baking doggie cookies for the local pet shelter and other things. Communication between the community and myself is pretty good, they usually contact me with any ...
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Avery assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Avery assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Avery, 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 Avery 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 Avery that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Avery, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
22.2%
53.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
44.4%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
11.1%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
22.2%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
11.1%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Avery 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 Avery Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Avery, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
33.3%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
22.2%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
33.3%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.1%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Avery 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 Avery partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Avery, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.2%
27.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Avery 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 Avery communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Avery, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.1%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
11.1%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
22.2%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Avery 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 Avery offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Avery, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.1%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.1%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
22.2%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
22.2%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.2%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.2%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.2%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
22.2%
47.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22.2%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Avery

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Iowa assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Avery protect seniors.
Learn about Iowa assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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