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10 Best Nursing Homes in Pleasant Hill, IA

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Pleasant Hill nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Pleasant Hill, IA may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Pleasant Hill or another care type is right for you. Browse 34 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Pleasant Hill.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Cheatom Park, Drake and Beaverdale.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Santiago, Valeria and Oswalt.

Nursing Homes Facilities near Pleasant Hill, IA

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Cost of nursing homes in Pleasant Hill, IA

The average cost of senior living in Pleasant Hill is $4,594 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Colfax, IA with an average of $4,297 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Pleasant Hill, IA vs. nearby cities

Pleasant Hill, IA
$4,594/mo
$4,604/mo
$4,832/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Pleasant Hill, IA vs. the state and national average

Pleasant Hill, IA
$4,594/mo
$4,388/mo
U.S. national average
$4,788/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Pleasant Hill vs. other types of senior living

$4,585/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,594/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Pleasant Hill, IA by room type

Semi-Private
$3,680/mo
Studio
$5,204/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,034/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,006/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Pleasant Hill over time

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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Pleasant Hill

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Pleasant Hill

The Bridges at Ankeny

4.8
My mom stayed at The Bridges for her rehab after her shoulder surgery. The therapy team was amazing and always took the time with her. She is grateful to have recovered and is back home. But, if we need to go somewhere in the future THE BRIDGES IS WHERE WE WOULD GO!!

Copper Shores Village in Pleasant Hill, IA

4.9
Both the staff and residents are top notch. This place may not have all the, what I call fluffy stuff (theater room…but there is one across the street; balcony… but there is a very nice lake side view patio…and ducks…and birds … and a very nice portico with shade and comfortable seating; no ...
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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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Pleasant Hill nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Pleasant Hill nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Pleasant Hill, 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 Pleasant Hill nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Pleasant Hill that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Pleasant Hill, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
38.5%
2.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
26.9%
10.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.3%
23.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
88.5%
24.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
10.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
34.6%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88.5%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
34.6%
7.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50%
19.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Pleasant Hill nursing homes

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 Pleasant Hill Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Pleasant Hill, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
42.3%
4.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
38.5%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
38.5%
6.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.5%
1.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Pleasant Hill nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Pleasant Hill partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Pleasant Hill, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.9%
0.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.8%
1.6%
No sugar
No sugar
26.9%
1.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.1%
3.9%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Pleasant Hill nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Pleasant Hill communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Pleasant Hill, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.9%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.5%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
38.5%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.9%
0.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Pleasant Hill nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Pleasant Hill offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Pleasant Hill, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
42.3%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.6%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.1%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.2%
7.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.3%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.2%
7.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.5%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.1%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.6%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.3%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
42.3%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
34.6%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38.5%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.3%
0.4%
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There are 34 nursing homes facilities near Pleasant Hill, Iowa. See the full list.

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