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2121 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.8
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73 reviews
9.8
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73 reviews
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The staff treats the residents with patience, respect, and dignity. I have worked at many facilities and had loved ones and friends who I visited often. I have never seen residents treated with such dignity...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Discover the sweet life at Marquis Place of Elkhorn, offering Assisted Living and Memory Care services in Elkhorn, Nebraska. Our property invites residents to come together and enjoy the luxury of spacious apartments. Each of our units combines the very best safety features along with...
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33 Floor plans available
9.6
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131 reviews
9.6
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131 reviews
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66%
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This facility has worked well for my dad. Mainly because he stays active even at 92. Dad is in a studio apt and he says that's all he needs. Since dad does not like to prepare meals the dining room...
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.
Discover the good life at Crown Pointe, where the most sought after Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care services in Omaha, Nebraska, can be found in abundance. Our warm and inviting community is filled with potential friends and comforts to help residents enjoy every moment of...
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9.6
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21 reviews
9.6
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21 reviews
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The transportation service has been very helpful to get my dad to medical appointments. His medication adherence has improved since moving in.
Provides: Assisted 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.
10-Time Winner of 'Omaha's Best Assisted Living' Award from Omaha Magazine, Westgate Assisted Living has a sparkling reputation! We are also a 4-Time winner of The Reader's Choice Award and a Bronze National Quality Award winner! Westgate is Certified A+ by the BBB. We are nestled in a quiet,...
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1515 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
9.3
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32 reviews
9.3
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32 reviews
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Physically the building and layout is very nice. With a few exceptions the staff are very friendly and good with the residents. The staff don't always pay sufficient attention to the specific needs of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
At Cedarhurst of La Vista, we are driven by our mission to be a real, true friend to every member of our community. Our goal is to create a space where our residents enjoy an empowering blend of the independence they want, with the assistance they need in both our assisted living and memory care...
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9.2
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15 reviews
9.2
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We love the care she is getting at Hansen House!!! Thank you for suggesting this to us!!! They keep her busy and she has never had a meltdown there like she did at Heritage. Thank you very much.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Hansen house is a residential care home located in the serene city of Council Bluffs, Iowa which is the county seat for Pottawattamie County. Strategically located in close proximity to the home are a number of major healthcare providers in the area, as well as churches, parks and drug stores....
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9.2
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53 reviews
9.2
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53 reviews
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Staff are caring and compassionate! The daily activities keeps my MIL busy and active! This facility made a huge difference in her life and in ours knowing she is cared for! We love the one to one attention...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Cedar Creek of Prairie Meadows is home to 66 Memory Care apartments specifically designed to meet the needs of individuals living with Alzheimer’s and related memory loss. This community is staffed with a friendly and expertly-trained team dedicated to the preservation of the dignity and...
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8.9
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3 reviews
8.9
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One main thing is that they were able to work with [name removed] budget. We had a lot of difficulty placing her because of that.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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8.9
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29 reviews
8.9
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You walk in the door it's nice and quiet everyone is busy doing their jobs everybody if you have a question they will answer it if they don't. Know the answer they will find out for you
Provides: Assisted 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.
We are proud to offer seniors a suite of assisted care services that make everyday living in their home in our community easier and more enjoyable. We provide housekeeping, laundry, meal service, activities and much more to create a vibrant environment for our residents. Contact us for more...
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11 Photo available
99 Floor plans available
8.9
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38 reviews
8.9
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I am very happy here. We have breakfast and lunch, lunch can be enough to also have some for dinner. We go to various local restaurants and different business , always interesting trips. They provide us with...
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.
Proudly serving the Bellevue community for over 13 years,we have genuine affection for our residents. Come see why Richmont Village is the best and most affordable Independent Living in he area. There is no reason to spend your retirement years alone and inactive. If you are an active senior...
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1717 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.7
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31 reviews
8.7
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31 reviews
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This place is perfect for me in terms of my safety and comfort. The food is nothing to write home about. However, it is a healthy diet and sometimes just delicious. I have found the staff and residence to be...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Remington Heights Retirement in Omaha, Nebraska, is the ideal community for seniors seeking an active and rewarding retirement.Offering both independent living and assisted living, Remington Heights focuses on providing each resident with an enriching lifestyle.With delicious meal options, an...
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Photo of Hickory Villa
44 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
8.6
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10 reviews
8.6
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10 reviews
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The environment is very laid back, there are lots of families coming and going. The apartments are basic, but very nice. The dining experience is always busy and friendly.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Hickory Villa offers intimate assisted living apartments in a bright, airy neighborhood with spacious grounds and warm caregivers. Hickory Villa is a faith-based nonprofit organization. Across all our communities, faith is a cornerstone of how we operate, which means everything we do is in...
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66 Photos available
8.6
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26 reviews
8.6
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26 reviews
5 star
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Very helpful with drug dispensary. Brought the right dose multiple times each day when I was not available to monitor. The food was great. Nice variety as well as quality. Took care of laundry weekly but...
Provides: Assisted 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.
WELCOME TO BAILEY POINTE ASSISTED LIVING AT ROXBURY PARKBailey Pointe Assisted Living at Roxbury Park provides expert, compassionate care in a home-like environment tucked away in picturesque Southwest Omaha. At our community, you can enjoy the best of the Omaha area while receiving comfortable,...
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1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.5
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7 reviews
8.5
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7 reviews
5 star
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The staff and directors have gone above and beyond with the transition of my dad to this facility. The residents are always friendly and they have adequate activities to keep them entertained daily. I feel...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
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66 Photos available
8.3
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63 reviews
8.3
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63 reviews
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I would absolutely recommend to others. Mom says the food is amazing and she's had great experiences since moving in. Mom is very introverted and they've done an excellent job inviting her to participate in...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Brighton Gardens provides assisted living in an apartment-style setting that offers the simple pleasures - nutritious food, comfortable surroundings, and the support of a warm, caring and competent staff. Our Skilled Nursing Center emphasizes resident care and dignity in private or shared...
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1919 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.2
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Everyone was very friendly and provided lots of information and were very helpful in the decision and moving process. The rooms are nicer and the house much more interesting than the other memory care...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
CountryHouse in Omaha was designed and is staffed specifically for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia. From our many years of experience working with those needing memory care and their families, we know that consistency, security, comfort and a sense of...
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8.2
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19 reviews
8.2
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What they could improve on would be more outings, but yes we would recommend Bickford of Omaha Hickory to other families based on the experience we have had so far.
Provides: Assisted 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.
If you've yet to witness a vibrant senior living environment, it's high time you visited Bickford. From appetizing, home-cooked meals to the reassuring presence of our compassionate caregivers, your loved one is in for a treat. Our activity calendar is bursting at the seams, ensuring they're...
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8.0
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11 reviews
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Choose this facility because it was a little smaller. My folks lived on a farm and then small town so a larger facility would be overwhelming. I think they try really hard but are short staffed like...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Allen Place is a senior living community in Atlantic Iowa near the Nishna Hills Golf Club. Our community has a wonderful view of the lush green rolling hills but we are close enough to town for frequent outings to restaurants, shopping and our local farmers market. We also take regular visits to...
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8 reviews
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Mom has lived at Homestead a year and a half now, the staff are loving and caring people. The residents come first for all. Management staff ate kind, welcoming and always available to listen. If...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Reed Place is a pet friendly senior living community where our goal is to offer our residents the opportunity to thrive in mind and body by providing compassionate assistance in their daily routines only when needed. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a...
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8.0
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We chose Parsons House because they were the only ones who were willing to accept my son. They have been great to work with and very accommodating. I would recommend them to others who are looking
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Nestled in the quiet neighborhood of Champions Run, directly across the street from St. Vincent de Paul parish, Parsons House on Eagle Run is Omaha’s leading assisted living and memory care facility. We are a family owned property with long ties to the Omaha community. Kim Reeves and her husband,...
Photo of Elk Ridge Village
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8.0
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5 on all. Great experience. Staff is awesome. I definitely would recommend this community to other families. My dad has passed away, but while he was there they took amazing care of him!!
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.
Overlooking a 60 acre lake, Elk Ridge Village includes Independent Apartments, Assisted Living Residences, Alzheimer's Care Suites, Villas, and a beautiful Clubhouse. Elk Ridge Village On The Lake is located near the west edge of the Omaha metropolitan area in the beautiful Elk Ridge neighborhood...
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8.0
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The amenities are wonderful, the apartments are spacious. The kitchen is often short staffed and this can lead to longer wait times for meals. The maintenance staff can also take awhile to fill requests. The...
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.
For The Brant at Gretna, senior living is synonymous with living well. From our calendar of in-community events to our wellness programs and lifestyle models of care tailored to each resident's needs—including independent living, assisted living and specialized memory care–we serve the residents...
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Photo of Silver Ridge Assisted Living Gretna
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8.0
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15 reviews
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What we like the most about the community is the closeness kindness great great dinners the outside pond grills benches gazebo very refreshing. Yes, we would recommend Hillcrest Silver Ridge community to...
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.
SilverRidge is located in Gretna, NE, right underneath the old water tower, next to the high school. We have been part of the community for 16 years and love being a part of this small but growing community. We are a family owned and operated business. Lisa Sedlacek-Arp is the Assistant Executive...
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8.0
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Rolling Meadows gets 5 stars all around! The staff are all very approachable with any questions or concerns that we have had. The main things that stuck out about them over other places we initially...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Swan Place is located in the picturesque small town of Carroll, Iowa. We are on the east end of town just one block south of Northeast Park. Our beautiful community evokes images of country living, with its large front porch and white picket fence in front. We have two enclosed courtyards where...
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77 Photos available
7.7
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8 reviews
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Staff has been great. My Dad likes the food. Wish they had a Diabetic menu in addition to regular food. He can pick and choose, but he won't do that. Great experience so far and price has worked well with...
Provides: Assisted 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.
1- and 2-BR affordable assisted living in spacious private apartments with 24-hour monitoring and assisted living services available on-site; social programming in beautifully appointed community areas, including central dining. Attractive landscaped grounds include patios, water features, and...
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In the year and a half my mom has been there, there have been 2 directors and going on their 3rd nurse. I would like to see more activities after regular hours and on weekends. It is very expensive.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
CountryHouse in Council Bluffs was designed and is staffed specifically to benefit individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia. From our many years of experience working with those needing memory care and their families, we know that consistency, security, comfort and...
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Cost of assisted living in Shelby, IA

The average cost of senior living in Shelby is $4,255 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Persia, IA with an average of $3,212 per month.

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

Shelby, IA
$4,255/mo
$3,869/mo
$4,288/mo

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

Shelby, IA
$4,255/mo
$4,392/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,255/mo
$4,220/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,411/mo
Studio
$4,873/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,581/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,130/mo

Senior living costs in Shelby 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: Shelby, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShelby, IAIowaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,255/mo$4,392/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,220/mo$4,394/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$2,889/mo$3,220/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Shelby, IA:$4,255/mo
Iowa:$4,392/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Shelby, IA:$4,220/mo
Iowa:$4,394/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Shelby, IA:$2,889/mo
Iowa:$3,220/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Shelby, IA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Shelby 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 Shelby, IA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Shelby 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Shelby, IA$2,253/mo$4,366/mo-48.4%
Iowa$5,108/mo$4,809/mo+6.2%
National$5,262/mo$4,976/mo+5.7%
Shelby, IA
2024 average cost:$2,253/mo
2023 average cost:$4,366/mo
Percent change:-48.4%
Iowa
2024 average cost:$5,108/mo
2023 average cost:$4,809/mo
Percent change:+6.2%
National
2024 average cost:$5,262/mo
2023 average cost:$4,976/mo
Percent change:+5.7%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Shelby, 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 Shelby.

What families are saying about assisted living in Shelby

Recent reviews for assisted living in Shelby

Amelia Senior Living in Council Bluffs, IA

4.4
Was very thankful to Amelia House for taking Mom on. I think she was a difficult case with her issues, but she could walk to dining room and back so that helped her stay. The place and Mom's room was always clean. At First the staff was great!!!! Then ownership changed and the really good ...
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Risen Son Christian Village in Council Bluffs, IA

4.8
We have no problem with the community, they people there are very nice. Our only issues would be the communication regarding our loved one. Sometimes it is hard to get information and updates but we think that could be because of covid. We would definitely recommend this community to others. ...
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Bailey Pointe at Miracle Hills in Omaha, NE

5.0
We've utilized The Waterford for respite stays, and we loved it. We would have put my loved one there long-term except they don't have memory care. Even though the building is old, the people were so nice. The care was great. And the food was good.

Shelby review score based on 227 family reviews

8.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 227 reviews of 90 Shelby assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shelby 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

Shelby review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Shelby, IA90 facilities
8.5
Minden, IA6 facilities
8.0
Tennant, IA108 facilities

Review subcategories for Shelby 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 227 reviews of 90 Shelby assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Shelby 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.
Shelby, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.1
Friendliness
4.3
4.2
Care services
3.9
3.8
Staff
4.1
4.1
Meals & dining
3.9
3.7
Activities
4.0
3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Shelby assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shelby assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shelby, 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 Shelby 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 Shelby that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shelby, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
21.1%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.3%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.9%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
53.3%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.3%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.4%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
43.3%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
53.3%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shelby 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 Shelby Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shelby, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.9%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
45.6%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.9%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shelby 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 Shelby partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shelby, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.4%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
17.8%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
14.4%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.3%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
1.1%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Shelby 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 Shelby communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shelby, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
32.2%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.2%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shelby 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 Shelby offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shelby, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
42.2%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.1%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.1%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.2%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.6%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.4%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.8%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.7%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.1%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
46.7%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
27.8%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.4%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Shelby

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Marquis Place, Crown Pointe Retirement Community and Westgate Assisted Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Shelby, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 107 assisted living facilities near Shelby, Iowa. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Shelby, Iowa are Marquis Place and Crown Pointe Retirement Community. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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