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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.
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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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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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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
CommonBond builds stable homes, strong futures, and vibrant communities. The Tallcorn has 49 affordable unique 1 & 2 bedroom urban loft style apartments. (minimum & maximum income qualifications apply)
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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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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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: Independent Living
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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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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.
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.
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: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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: Independent Living
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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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I was pleasantly surprised how comfortable I felt living at Oakwood. The Owners are very nice and respond to requests quickly. There is an on site manager who is very good.
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.
Oakwood Terrace Apartments is designed for people who are 55 years of age or older, or person with disabilities.Oakwood Terrace Apartments has a beautiful outdoor setting with many shade trees and benches as well as a gazebo to add to your outdoor enjoyment.Each of our four buildings has it own...
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So far I'm completely pleased with everything here, I'd give them top marks across the board. It's a nice looking place, they keep it very clean, and the staff all seem friendly. It's a good environment, and...
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.
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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.
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 the heart of the East Village, Prime Nursing and Rehabilitation is a 44-bed skilled facility with views of the Des Moines skyline, capital and our private courtyard. We offer private and semi-private rooms with each room averaging 200 square feet. We have nursing staff onsite 24/7...
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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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: 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.
Walden Point promotes choice, dignity and independence by providing a quality affordable assisted living housing option for persons age 65 and older. Walden Point offers private full sized apartments paired with the support of 24 hour on-site staff. Some of the amenities available at Walden Point...
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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.
Shelly Rose Estates is a high-quality senior housing community located in the Midwestern city of Des Moines, Polk County, Ohio. Des Moines offers many opportunities to experience cultural activities and events, such as attending the Des Moines Symphony and visiting the many local art galleries...

Cost of independent living in Lambs Grove, IA

The average cost of senior living in Lambs Grove is $3,168 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Colfax, IA with an average of $2,831 per month.

Independent living costs in Lambs Grove, IA, vs. nearby cities

Lambs Grove, IA
$3,168/mo
$3,242/mo
$2,831/mo

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

Lambs Grove, IA
$3,168/mo
$3,220/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Lambs Grove, IA, vs. other senior living options

$4,619/mo
Independent Living
$3,168/mo

Independent living costs in Lambs Grove, IA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,149/mo
Studio
$5,293/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,865/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,848/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,229/mo

Senior living costs in Lambs Grove 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: Lambs Grove, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLambs Grove, IAIowaU.S.
Independent Living$3,168/mo$3,220/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,554/mo$4,392/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,619/mo$4,394/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Lambs Grove, IA:$3,168/mo
Iowa:$3,220/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Lambs Grove, IA:$4,554/mo
Iowa:$4,392/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Lambs Grove, IA:$4,619/mo
Iowa:$4,394/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Lambs Grove, IA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Lambs Grove 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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Independent living cost trends in Lambs Grove, IA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Lambs Grove 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
Lambs Grove, IA$2,409/mo$2,629/mo-8.4%
Iowa$2,752/mo$2,667/mo+3.2%
National$3,265/mo$3,169/mo+3.0%
Lambs Grove, IA
2024 average cost:$2,409/mo
2023 average cost:$2,629/mo
Percent change:-8.4%
Iowa
2024 average cost:$2,752/mo
2023 average cost:$2,667/mo
Percent change:+3.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,265/mo
2023 average cost:$3,169/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Lambs Grove

Recent reviews for independent living in Lambs Grove

Elite Lodge of Ashworth in West Des Moines, IA

3.8
We chose The Lodge of Ashworth Inc. because during the tour we were impressed with how clean it was and they had availability at the perfect time. They also remodeled her apartment before she moved in so she was able to pick things like her paint colors. The best part about the community is that ...
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Bishop Drumm Retirement Center in Johnston, IA

5.0
My dad is doing really good after picking this community from the list we got from A Place For Mom. He is enjoying the meals they make. He has tried some activities and he knows some people who live here. The staff has been great. I cant tell he is happy and when he calls he tells me good ...
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Thomas Place at Waukee

5.0
A Place for Mom was very empathetic and determined to find a solution for my Mom. They were extremely helpful throughout the entire process. Thank you so much!

Lambs Grove independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lambs Grove independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lambs Grove, 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 Lambs Grove 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 Lambs Grove partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lambs Grove, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.1%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
14.2%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.1%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.2%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Lambs Grove 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 Lambs Grove communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lambs Grove, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
23.2%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.5%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lambs Grove 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 Lambs Grove offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lambs Grove, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
27.7%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.2%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.4%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.2%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
32.3%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.8%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.7%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.9%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
24.5%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.3%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
30.3%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
18.7%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.5%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.4%
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Independence Village of Pella, Glen Meadows Retirement and Attivo Trail Waukee are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lambs Grove, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 208 independent living facilities near Lambs Grove, Iowa. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Lambs Grove, Iowa are Independence Village of Pella and Independence Village of Ames. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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