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My father in law was in pretty bad shape when he went there. They kept him in the assistant living. They would work with him and checked on him more than was required. They knew we could not afford 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.
River Valley Place in Fort Madison offers premier senior living options, including assisted living, assisted living memory care, and respite care. Our community fosters a welcoming and friendly environment where residents can truly thrive, feel at home, and form meaningful friendships.We provide...
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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.
First built in 1912, Sacred Heart Hospital quickly became an important member of the Fort Madison community; a place families counted on for service and caring. Today, that spirit of community service has been preserved as The Kensington, a proud landmark in southeast Iowa. Centrally...
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My mom is currently residing at Donnellson Health Center in Iowa. She is in their Northbrook memory care and has been for over a year. She is well taken care of and is treated like one of the family. My...
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.
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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.
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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Cost of assisted living in New Boston, IA

The average cost of senior living in New Boston is $4,901 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Stockport, IA with an average of $3,874 per month.

Assisted living costs in New Boston, IA, vs. nearby cities

New Boston, IA
$4,901/mo
$4,261/mo

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

New Boston, IA
$4,901/mo
$4,392/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in New Boston, IA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,901/mo
$4,901/mo

Assisted living costs in New Boston, IA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,895/mo
Studio
$4,869/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,286/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,747/mo

Senior living costs in New Boston 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: New Boston, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNew Boston, IAIowaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,901/mo$4,392/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,901/mo$4,394/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$4,901/mo$3,220/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
New Boston, IA:$4,901/mo
Iowa:$4,392/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
New Boston, IA:$4,901/mo
Iowa:$4,394/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
New Boston, IA:$4,901/mo
Iowa:$3,220/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in New Boston, IA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in New Boston and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in New Boston, IA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in New Boston have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
New Boston, IA$4,887/mo$6,245/mo-21.8%
Iowa$4,401/mo$4,316/mo+2.0%
National$4,607/mo$4,626/mo-0.4%
New Boston, IA
2024 average cost:$4,887/mo
2023 average cost:$6,245/mo
Percent change:-21.8%
Iowa
2024 average cost:$4,401/mo
2023 average cost:$4,316/mo
Percent change:+2.0%
National
2024 average cost:$4,607/mo
2023 average cost:$4,626/mo
Percent change:-0.4%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in New Boston, 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 New Boston.

What families are saying about assisted living in New Boston

Recent reviews for assisted living in New Boston

River Valley Place of Fort Madison

4.6
This was the first time we had had an experience with assistant living. After the first month we realized our dad probably needed more help than we realized. They were very helpful with us and kept him there. They helped us get extra help for him. He was a 94 year old. He really enjoyed all the ...
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Ridgeview Assisted Living in Burlington, IA

5.0
[name removed] loved it there. Staff was great. It was his home. The atmosphere was very bright and cheery, it felt very welcoming.

Addington Place of Burlington

5.0
I couldn't have found a better place. They are so caring and concerned, notify me every time my loved one is not feeling well and answer all of my questions. Worth every penny. I would absolutely recommend this facility to family and friends.

New Boston assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in New Boston assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in New Boston, 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 New Boston 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 New Boston that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
28.6%
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
28.6%
57.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
28.6%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
28.6%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in New Boston 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 New Boston Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
New Boston, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
28.6%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
14.3%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
28.6%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.3%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in New Boston 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 New Boston partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
New Boston, IANational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.3%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
14.3%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
36%
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Availability of select dining options in New Boston 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 New Boston communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
New Boston, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in New Boston 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 New Boston offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
New Boston, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.6%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.6%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
28.6%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
41.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.6%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
28.6%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.6%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in New Boston

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 New Boston protect seniors.
Learn about Iowa assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

River Valley Place of Fort Madison, The Kensington Senior Living at Fort Madison and Donnellson Health Ctr Inc are the top-rated assisted living facilities near New Boston, Iowa. See full list of communities.
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