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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.
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.
Evergreen Estates is and has been locally owned and managed by experienced caring staff since 1993. Decisions about our organization are made locally by our owner and in the best interest of those whose care we have been entrusted. Our team is a group of professionals who believe we have more...
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-Very satisfied -Like the 24hr nurse and activities are tops -It's like one big extended family - many friends -Very top staff -They allow my husband to do indoor and outdoor gardening! -Play much...
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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.
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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.
Evergreen Estates is and has been locally owned and managed by experienced caring staff since 1993. Decisions about our organization are made locally by our owner and in the best interest of those whose care we have been entrusted. Our team is a group of professionals who believe we have more...
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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.
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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.
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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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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.
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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
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Originally built as a school in 1893, for nearly 100 years the building was used to educate and foster thousands of East Dubuque’s young people. Now the building will foster the individual growth and independence for some of those same people as seniors. It is a totally unexpected homecoming for...
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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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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
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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.
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Amber, IA

The average cost of senior living in Amber is $4,271 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hopkinton, IA with an average of $3,063 per month.

Assisted living costs in Amber, IA, vs. nearby cities

Amber, IA
$4,271/mo
$4,223/mo

Assisted living costs in Amber, IA, vs. state and national averages

Amber, IA
$4,271/mo
$4,392/mo
U.S. national average
$4,558/mo

Assisted living costs in Amber, IA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,271/mo
$4,289/mo

Assisted living costs in Amber, IA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,788/mo
Studio
$5,143/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,641/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,132/mo

Senior living costs in Amber 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: Amber, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAmber, IAIowaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,271/mo$4,392/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,289/mo$4,394/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$2,874/mo$3,220/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Amber, IA:$4,271/mo
Iowa:$4,392/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Amber, IA:$4,289/mo
Iowa:$4,394/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Amber, IA:$2,874/mo
Iowa:$3,220/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Amber, IA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Amber 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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Assisted living cost trends in Amber, IA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Amber 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
Amber, IA$5,296/mo$4,810/mo+10.1%
Iowa$5,102/mo$5,027/mo+1.5%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Amber, IA
2024 average cost:$5,296/mo
2023 average cost:$4,810/mo
Percent change:+10.1%
Iowa
2024 average cost:$5,102/mo
2023 average cost:$5,027/mo
Percent change:+1.5%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Amber, IA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Amber.

What families are saying about assisted living in Amber

Recent reviews for assisted living in Amber

Terrace Glen Village in Marion, IA

5.0
Moved in day one! No regrets. I'm not interested in facade and opulence. All I need is kindness and respect. Showered with both here.

The Views of Cedar Rapids

5.0
They know the residents by name, they all seem to take part in the care and socialization of the residents. Very friendly and personable

River Bend Retirement Community in Cascade, IA

5.0
Approximately 5 years ago my parents spent a few months in this facility as one recuperated from surgery. At that time we were pleased by the facility & the care they received. As it became apparent to my siblings & myself that care was once again needed River Bend was the only place we ...
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Amber review score based on 152 family reviews

7.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 152 reviews of 96 Amber assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Amber review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Amber review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
Amber, IA96 facilities
7.8
Anamosa, IA111 facilities
7.8
Monticello, IA106 facilities

Review subcategories for Amber assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 152 reviews of 96 Amber assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Amber resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Amber, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
4.0
Friendliness
3.9
4.1
Care services
3.6
3.8
Staff
3.9
4.0
Meals & dining
3.7
3.6
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
3.5
3.7
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Amber assisted living services and amenities

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

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Amber that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Amber, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
40.6%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
11.5%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.8%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.9%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
41.7%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
15.6%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.8%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.7%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
39.6%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Amber assisted living

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 Amber Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Amber, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
42.7%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.1%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
36.5%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.5%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Amber assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Amber partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Amber, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20.8%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
20.8%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.9%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.2%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Amber assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Amber communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Amber, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.6%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.2%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
28.1%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.6%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Amber assisted 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 assisted living communities in Amber offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Amber, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
35.4%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19.8%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.7%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.5%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.7%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.9%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.2%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
36.5%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
22.9%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.1%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.4%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Amber

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Iowa assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Amber protect seniors.
Learn about Iowa assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Grand Living at Indian Creek, Cottage Grove Place, a CCRC and Corridor Crossing Place are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Amber, Iowa. See full list of communities.
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