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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Brainard, IA
If you’re looking for assisted living in Brainard, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Brainard or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Brainard.
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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.
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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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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At Ridgeway Place residents enjoy all the comforts of home in a beautiful, safe neighborhood setting, conveniently located near shopping centers, churches and medical clinics. With 96 units, Ridgeway Place offers a customized blend of independence that respects the needs of residents and...
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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 assisted living in Brainard, IA
The average cost of senior living in Brainard is $3,934 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Calmar, IA with an average of $3,198 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Brainard, IA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Brainard, IA vs. the state and national average
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Brainard, IA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Brainard
Recent reviews for assisted living in Brainard
Harmony Place
5.0
We choose Harmony Place due to the very friendly staff and the cleanliness of the facility.
Due to our experience here so far, we would definitely recommend this facility to other families who are looking.
Whispering Willow in Fredericksburg, IA
4.5
My mom recently moved into this community. So far the experience has been going great. The staff know how to keep the facility clean. My mom has plenty of options to choose for her meals and it seems to think it tastes good.
Rosewood Estate in Waterloo, IA
4.9
We are very very happy here at Rosewood Estate. It is a unique model, because it allows you to choose how much care you want to use. They encourage you to use that level of care. The difference in the number of falls is radically different that at her prior facility. The staff members are just ...
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Brainard review score based on 27 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 27 reviews of 57 Brainard assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Brainard review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
Brainard review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Brainard assisted living
When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 27 reviews of 57 Brainard assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Brainard resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Brainard, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.3
4.6
Care services
3.7
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.5
Meals & dining
3.6
4.1
Activities
3.6
4.1
Value for cost*
3.7
4.1
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Brainard assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Brainard assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Brainard, 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 Brainard 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 Brainard that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Brainard, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
24.6%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
8.8%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.5%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.2%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
28.1%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
12.3%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.2%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
22.8%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
22.8%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Brainard 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 Brainard Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Brainard, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
24.6%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
17.5%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
26.3%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.3%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Brainard 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 Brainard partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Brainard, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.5%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
8.8%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
10.5%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
8.8%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.5%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Brainard 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 Brainard communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Brainard, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
7%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
12.3%
42%
Room service
Room service
21.1%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.3%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Brainard 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 Brainard offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Brainard, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
12.3%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.3%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.1%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
22.8%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
21.1%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.1%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
8.8%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
15.8%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
22.8%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
8.8%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.5%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
17.5%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Brainard
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 Brainard protect seniors.
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