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10 Best Nursing Homes in Underwood, IA

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We love the care she is getting at Hansen House!!! Thank you for suggesting this to us!!! They keep her busy and she has never had a meltdown there like she did at Heritage. Thank you very much.
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.
Hansen house is a residential care home located in the serene city of Council Bluffs, Iowa which is the county seat for Pottawattamie County. Strategically located in close proximity to the home are a number of major healthcare providers in the area, as well as churches, parks and drug stores....
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You walk in the door it's nice and quiet everyone is busy doing their jobs everybody if you have a question they will answer it if they don't. Know the answer they will find out for you
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.
We are proud to offer seniors a suite of assisted care services that make everyday living in their home in our community easier and more enjoyable. We provide housekeeping, laundry, meal service, activities and much more to create a vibrant environment for our residents. Contact us for more...
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Staff has been great. My Dad likes the food. Wish they had a Diabetic menu in addition to regular food. He can pick and choose, but he won't do that. Great experience so far and price has worked well with...
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.
1- and 2-BR affordable assisted living in spacious private apartments with 24-hour monitoring and assisted living services available on-site; social programming in beautifully appointed community areas, including central dining. Attractive landscaped grounds include patios, water features, and...
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In the year and a half my mom has been there, there have been 2 directors and going on their 3rd nurse. I would like to see more activities after regular hours and on weekends. It is very expensive.
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
CountryHouse in Council Bluffs was designed and is staffed specifically to benefit individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia. From our many years of experience working with those needing memory care and their families, we know that consistency, security, comfort and...
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The community has 4 plexus units and is very roomy. I would recommend this community to others based on my experience. There are activities to participate in and everything is kept neat and clean.
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.
At Risen Son Christian Village, we care about you, your family and your future. Think of us as a "one-stop" retirement community. We offer spacious independent living options and wonderful amenities, as well as several levels of additional care when a resident's needs may change. Our highly...
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
Nothing is more important than maintaining a high quality of life when transitioning between the comforts of home and the care of our community. Let our caregivers welcome you to a home-like environment while offering the quality of care only our dedicated and educated staff can provide. We know...
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
“Great Friends, Great times and a Great Place to Call Home” More than a motto for Bethany Heights, this is our goal for every resident. If you are searching for a home for your loved one where they can live independently in a safe, friendly atmosphere, look no further! At Bethany Heights, we...
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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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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Cost of nursing homes in Underwood, IA

The average cost of senior living in Underwood is $4,081 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Carson, IA with an average of $3,373 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Underwood, IA, vs. nearby cities

Underwood, IA
$4,081/mo
$3,901/mo

Nursing homes costs in Underwood, IA, vs. state and national averages

Underwood, IA
$4,081/mo
$4,394/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Nursing homes costs in Underwood, IA, vs. other senior living options

$4,031/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,081/mo

Nursing homes costs in Underwood, IA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,998/mo
Studio
$5,198/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,651/mo
2 Bedroom
$1,000/mo

Senior living costs in Underwood vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Underwood, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeUnderwood, IAIowaU.S.
Nursing Homes$4,081/mo$4,394/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$4,108/mo$4,392/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,031/mo$4,394/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$2,450/mo$3,220/mo$4,016/mo
Nursing Homes
Underwood, IA:$4,081/mo
Iowa:$4,394/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Underwood, IA:$4,108/mo
Iowa:$4,392/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Underwood, IA:$4,031/mo
Iowa:$4,394/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Underwood, IA:$2,450/mo
Iowa:$3,220/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Underwood, IA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Underwood 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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Nursing homes cost trends in Underwood, IA

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Underwood 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
Underwood, IA$1,616/mo$5,542/mo-70.8%
Iowa$5,459/mo$5,370/mo+1.7%
National$5,513/mo$5,286/mo+4.3%
Underwood, IA
2024 average cost:$1,616/mo
2023 average cost:$5,542/mo
Percent change:-70.8%
Iowa
2024 average cost:$5,459/mo
2023 average cost:$5,370/mo
Percent change:+1.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,513/mo
2023 average cost:$5,286/mo
Percent change:+4.3%
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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 Underwood

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Underwood

Amelia Senior Living in Council Bluffs, IA

4.4
Was very thankful to Amelia House for taking Mom on. I think she was a difficult case with her issues, but she could walk to dining room and back so that helped her stay. The place and Mom's room was always clean. At First the staff was great!!!! Then ownership changed and the really good ...
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Risen Son Christian Village in Council Bluffs, IA

4.8
We have no problem with the community, they people there are very nice. Our only issues would be the communication regarding our loved one. Sometimes it is hard to get information and updates but we think that could be because of covid. We would definitely recommend this community to others. ...
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Bailey Pointe at Miracle Hills in Omaha, NE

5.0
We've utilized The Waterford for respite stays, and we loved it. We would have put my loved one there long-term except they don't have memory care. Even though the building is old, the people were so nice. The care was great. And the food was good.

Underwood nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Underwood nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Underwood, 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 Underwood 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 Underwood that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Underwood, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
55.6%
2.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
22.2%
10.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
77.8%
23.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
88.9%
24.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
55.6%
10.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22.2%
1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
77.8%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
55.6%
7.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
19.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Underwood 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 Underwood Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Underwood, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
44.4%
4.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
44.4%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
55.6%
6.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.2%
1.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Underwood 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 Underwood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Underwood, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.1%
0.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.4%
4%
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Availability of select dining options in Underwood 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 Underwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Underwood, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.2%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
11.1%
0.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
0.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Underwood 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 Underwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Underwood, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
44.4%
0.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.1%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.2%
0.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.6%
7.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.4%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.6%
7.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
0.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.2%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.1%
0.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.2%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
44.4%
0.5%
Dances
Dances
11.1%
0.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.4%
0.5%
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Hansen House, Amelia Senior Living and The Rose of Council Bluffs are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Underwood, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 13 nursing homes facilities near Underwood, Iowa. See the full list.
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