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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Oto, IA
If you’re looking for independent living in the Oto area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Oto. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 11 independent living facilities in Oto, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Sergeant Bluff, Onawa and Ida Grove.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Sergeant Bluff, Onawa and Ida Grove.
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I moved my folks here to the ridge in Dec 2023. My dad passed in Feb 2024. During his short stay, the staff did everything they could to make my dad comfortable. They were always kind and compassionate to...
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 Holstein Senior Living and The Ridge our "red carpet hospitality" and our focus on making our residents dreams come true, to our exceptional healthcare services and team member's, our focus is always to embrace every moment. This philosophy starts our belief that our residents come first.
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I would not place my Dad in a place where he didn't feel comfortable. He has been doing great since coming there. Interaction with staff has been wonderful.
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.
Our Assisted-living programs have been recognized by ICAL and NCAL as top award winning premiere facilities in the region. Each and every tenant is treated as family. The program is extremely proud to serve our friends and neighbors. We offers 6 levels of Assisted-living cares, and also...
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Whispering Creek had an immediate availability for my loved one to be placed in a safe environment. they made moving in an easy and seamless transition. they even had someone visit our home in person 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.
Retirement Community includes Villa Homes, Independent Living Apartments, Assisted Living Apartments, Memory Care Suites and a beautiful Clubhouse. Whispering Creek Active Retirement Community is located next to the Whispering Overlooking miles of breathtaking golf course views, Whispering Creek...
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The staff at this community were nice and helpful during dad's stay. They did try to accommodate his dietary needs. The community is clean and well maintained. They offer some daily activities, outings and...
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.
Golden Horizons of Ida Grove is an assisted living community located in the quiet town of Ida Grove, IA. This quaint community is located in the north eastern portion of Iowa with plenty of fresh farm air to go around. Ida Grove is a wonderful place to reside and it is also a great place for...
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.
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.
About ABCM CorporationWillow Dale Wellness Village is owned by ABCM Corporation, Hampton, IA. ABCM is a multi-facility provider offering top-quality, long-term care services unmatched in the state of Iowa. We believe in a Person Directed Care approach to long-term care, encouraging the...
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.
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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Cost of independent living in Oto, IA
The average cost of senior living in Oto is $4,628 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Soldier, IA with an average of $3,287 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Oto, IA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Oto, IA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Oto
Recent reviews for independent living in Oto
Lawton Senior Living
5.0
A very loving and caring staff.
The food was very tasty and well prepared.
My wife was only a resident for eleven days but she was treated very well. I would highly recommend this facility.
Whispering Creek in Sioux City, IA
4.8
The meals were brought to the resident's rooms due to the pandemic. It is a nice place and I would recommend the community to the others. It is a big community, and you will need to be in good shape to be able to walk the long hallways. It is a beautiful community as well.
It has a nice ...
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Oto independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Oto independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Oto, 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 Oto 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 Oto partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Oto, IANational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
9.1%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
9.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.2%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.1%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Oto 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 Oto communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Oto, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
9.1%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
18.2%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.1%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Oto 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 Oto offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Oto, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
36.4%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.1%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.4%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.4%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
27.3%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.2%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.2%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.3%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.4%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
36.4%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
18.2%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.1%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.4%
46.1%
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Holstein Senior Living, Lawton Senior Living and Whispering Creek are the top-rated independent living facilities near Oto, Iowa. See full list of communities.
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