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7 Best Independent Living Communities in Howell, WY

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zipAveragecost: $3,313

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33 Floor plans available
9.0
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Someone checking out the Point Frontier in Cheyenne will find that they work with you to facilitate the stay...:there are two Apartments at the Senior living facility used for respite...it just depends if...
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.
Pointe Frontier in Cheyenne, Wyoming, provides a rewarding assisted living and independent living experience for seniors looking to make the most of their retirement. Focusing on a resort-style experience, professional associates strive to provide services and amenities centered on resident...
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8.2
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They don't have transportation for the residents, food is great, but the serving of the food is slow, other than that it's great all around
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Whispering Chase provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated on beautifully landscaped grounds in a peaceful neighborhood of Cheyenne, you'll love the tasteful elegance of our facilities while enjoying the convenience of the nearby city. We're just minutes...
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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.
Everything You Need to Feel at HomeWhether you’re active and on the go or need some help with activities of daily life, Spring Wind gives you the means to live life fully. For those seeking choice and independence, you’ll find a variety of creative, engaging and stimulating programs and...
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.
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.
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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.
Everything You Need to Feel at HomeWhether you’re active and on the go or need some help with activities of daily life, Sierra Hills gives you the means to live life fully. For those seeking choice and independence, you’ll find a variety of creative, engaging and stimulating programs and...
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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.
Everything You Need to Feel at HomeWhether you’re active and on the go or need some help with activities of daily life, Aspen Wind gives you the means to live life fully. For those seeking choice and independence, you’ll find a variety of creative, engaging and stimulating programs and...
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Cost of independent living in Howell, WY

The average cost of senior living in Howell is $3,313 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include The Buttes, WY with an average of $3,027 per month.

Independent living costs in Howell, WY, vs. nearby cities

Howell, WY
$3,313/mo
$3,313/mo

Independent living costs in Howell, WY, vs. state and national averages

Howell, WY
$3,313/mo
$3,843/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Howell, WY, vs. other senior living options

$3,620/mo
Independent Living
$3,313/mo

Independent living costs in Howell, WY, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,250/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,750/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,900/mo

Senior living costs in Howell 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: Howell, WY
Column state: Wyoming
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHowell, WYWyomingU.S.
Independent Living$3,313/mo$3,843/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,620/mo$3,968/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$3,620/mo$3,968/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Howell, WY:$3,313/mo
Wyoming:$3,843/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Howell, WY:$3,620/mo
Wyoming:$3,968/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Howell, WY:$3,620/mo
Wyoming:$3,968/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Howell, WY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Howell 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.

Howell, WYWY stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Howell, WY

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Howell 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
Howell, WY$2,736/mo$2,694/mo+1.6%
Wyoming$2,675/mo$2,647/mo+1.0%
National$3,045/mo$2,867/mo+6.2%
Howell, WY
2024 average cost:$2,736/mo
2023 average cost:$2,694/mo
Percent change:+1.6%
Wyoming
2024 average cost:$2,675/mo
2023 average cost:$2,647/mo
Percent change:+1.0%
National
2024 average cost:$3,045/mo
2023 average cost:$2,867/mo
Percent change:+6.2%
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What families are saying about independent living in Howell

Recent reviews for independent living in Howell

Pointe Frontier Retirement in Cheyenne, WY

5.0
Someone checking out the Point Frontier in Cheyenne will find that they work with you to facilitate the stay...:there are two Apartments at the Senior living facility used for respite...it just depends if both are already in use, or spoken for. In Cheyenne, they make a way...price has had to go ...
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Whispering Chase in Cheyenne, WY

4.7
I moved my father from Oregon to Wyoming. He was on hospice. I checked out many facilities in Cheyenne. Very nice rooms, very spacious and comfortable. He was very happy with the home. He didn't eat much but when he did I joined him for dinner. I'm gluten free so very limited food but tasted ...
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Howell independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Howell independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Howell, 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 Howell 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 Howell partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Howell, WYNational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.3%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
14.3%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Howell 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 Howell communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Howell, WYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Howell 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 Howell offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Howell, WYNational
Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.6%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.6%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
28.6%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.6%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
28.6%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.6%
47%
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