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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Calamus, IA

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They were very friendly on the independent side have an outstanding nurse and the food was good. The apartment sizes are good. You get wi-fi. And Tv. All utilities are also included. There is a difference...
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.
Those looking for a quality care home for their senior should look no further than Garner Farms. This care home has a number of locations, including Iowa, Nebraska and Kansas. This care home offers both independent and assisted living. They offer several floor plans, and their comprehensive care...
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I was in charge of my Uncle's care. I was not happy with the care he was receiving at an assisted living facility in Davenport Iowa, so I moved him to Clover Ridge Place in Maquoketa. I was very glad I did....
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.
Clover Ridge Place is located in the small rural community of Maquoketa, Iowa. Our community is located on a hill that overlooks the beautiful city of Maquoketa with acres of Iowa timber directly behind us. Clover Ridge Place has been in operation since May 4, 2000. In 2009 we were named, 'Iowa...
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What we like the most about the Prairie Hills at Tiptin community is the convenience, the openings for respite care and the friendly staff members they have there. Based on the experience we have had so...
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.
Prairie Hills at Tipton specializes in assisted living and memory care in a warm, home-like community nestled on a hill at the edge of town in Cedar County. Each spacious apartment overlooks beautiful landscapes from every direction. Our expansive property offers walking paths, outdoor...
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They were one of the only facilities in the area that allowed the independent spouse to move in as a second person and be with the disabled spouse that needed care. [name removed] is a fantastic director....
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.
Courtyard Estates... A retirement community to call home. Courtyard Estates provides all the comforts of home as well as health maintenance, state-of-the-art security and a full range of care services. The community offers maintenance and worry-free living that allows you to focus on family,...
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.
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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
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.
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.
Grand Haven is a 53 apartment community that offers both independent and assisted living options. Our Individualized service plan is tailored to your needs. Independent and Assisted living apartments are mixed throughout the building. The services come to your door. You can choose from...
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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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Provides: Senior Apartments
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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.
Located in Maquoketa, Iowa, Hurst Hotel Apartments offer senior citizens independent and assisted living. These apartments offer more than just a place for your loved one to rest their head, Hurst Hotel Apartments presents a setting that fosters interaction and a community feel. There is a...
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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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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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.
Designed for persons: 55+ All the needed conveniences are right here. These comfortable one bedroom apartment homes offer individual temperature controls, air conditioning and generous closet space. Plus all utilities are included. Located close to hospital, clinics and shopping, River Village II...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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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.
Designed for persons: 55+ These exceptional one bedroom apartment homes are designed especially for seniors who enjoy independence in a small town setting. Close to hospital, clinics and shopping, each home has generous closet space, air conditioning, and individual temperature controls. All...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Designed for persons: 62+ Near everything and far from ordinary, Luther Crest features one bedroom apartment homes with great conveniences for carefree living! This apartment community is close to shopping, clinics and banks. Enjoy the meal site, elevator service, indoor mail delivery, a spacious...
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 Calamus, IA

The average cost of senior living in Calamus is $2,248 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wheatland, IA with an average of $2,218 per month.

Independent living costs in Calamus, IA, vs. nearby cities

Calamus, IA
$2,248/mo
$2,218/mo

Independent living costs in Calamus, IA, vs. state and national averages

Calamus, IA
$2,248/mo
$3,220/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Calamus, IA, vs. other senior living options

$4,282/mo
Independent Living
$2,248/mo

Independent living costs in Calamus, IA, by floor plan type

Studio
$5,481/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,785/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,642/mo

Senior living costs in Calamus 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: Calamus, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCalamus, IAIowaU.S.
Independent Living$2,248/mo$3,220/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,282/mo$4,392/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,282/mo$4,394/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Calamus, IA:$2,248/mo
Iowa:$3,220/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Calamus, IA:$4,282/mo
Iowa:$4,392/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Calamus, IA:$4,282/mo
Iowa:$4,394/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Calamus

Recent reviews for independent living in Calamus

Fort Armstrong in Rock Island, IL

5.0
I have lived at The Fort Armstrong for almost 5 years and do not regret my choice in moving here. I enjoy the live music and outings we go on.

Luther Knoll in Bettendorf, IA

4.5
This place has been great so far! Mom was so worried about moving to an "old folks home", but after seeing how friendly everyone is and what a nice community they've got going here she loves it! She's only been there a little over a month, but she got birthday cards from so many people in the ...
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The Taylor Renaissance in Davenport, IA

5.0
The original staff is a 5. The staff has changed and they're in the middle of changing so I can't rate the new people until I get to know them better. It would be nice if they had a loading dock for when people move in but I guess that's the way the building was designed so there's not much you ...
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Calamus independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Calamus independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Calamus, 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 Calamus 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 Calamus partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Calamus, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
11.8%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
11.8%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
5.9%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Calamus 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 Calamus communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Calamus, IANational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
11.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
11.8%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.8%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Calamus 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 Calamus offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Calamus, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
17.6%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.8%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.8%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
23.5%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
17.6%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
23.5%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
11.8%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.8%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.8%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
17.6%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
17.6%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
11.8%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.6%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
17.6%
47%
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