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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.
At Windsor Manor we believe that remaining connected to friends and loved ones, as well as the community and world at large, is a vital part of thriving as an older adult. We strive to diminish limitations by encouraging activity that stimulates the mind as well as the body, and we advocate as...
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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.
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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, 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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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 CorporationOakwood Care Center 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 individuals we care...
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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, 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, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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 CorporationConcord Care Center 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 individuals we 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.
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
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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, 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.
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Bradford, IA

The average cost of senior living in Bradford is $4,332 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Alden, IA with an average of $2,842 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Bradford, IA vs. nearby cities

Bradford, IA
$4,332/mo
$4,101/mo
$3,963/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Bradford, IA vs. the state and national average

Bradford, IA
$4,332/mo
$4,386/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Bradford vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,332/mo
$4,344/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Bradford, IA by room type

Studio
$5,165/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,939/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,115/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$1,075/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Bradford over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Bradford, 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 Bradford.

What families are saying about assisted living in Bradford

Recent reviews for assisted living in Bradford

Homestead of Mason City

4.0
Compared to other homes in the area they are most cost effective. In regards to my other numbers 3 is average. Could do a little more activity but being a smaller size I know they are limited with staff. Overall experience has been good so far.

Parker Place in Parkersburg, IA

5.0
That they were very helpful getting him settled in when admitted. In contact with me on his likes on what to do n to keep busy, etc. I'd give a positive experience and recommend taking a look at. We picked this community, because they had a shared room price, friendly staff on tour, clean. ...
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Northridge Village in Ames, IA

5.0
Northridge VIllage is a very professionally run community with compassionate, efficient personnel. The atmosphere is friendly and welcoming for residents' demeanors and outlooks. The healthful meals are tasty, nicely varied and attractive and we appreciate the cleanliness of handling foodstuffs. ...
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Bradford review score based on 65 family reviews

7.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 65 reviews of 80 Bradford assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Bradford 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

Bradford review score compared against nearby cities

7.5
Bradford, IA80 facilities
7.3
Geneva, IA93 facilities
7.1
Hampton, IA87 facilities

Review subcategories for Bradford 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 65 reviews of 80 Bradford assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Bradford 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.
Bradford, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.1
Value for cost*
3.1
4.1
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Bradford assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bradford assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bradford, 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 Bradford 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 Bradford that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Bradford, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
27.5%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
17.5%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
36.3%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.3%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.8%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
30%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
30%
53.8%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Bradford 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 Bradford Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Bradford, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
30%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
15%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
31.3%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.5%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Bradford 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 Bradford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bradford, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.8%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
11.3%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
11.3%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.8%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.8%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Bradford 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 Bradford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bradford, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
12.5%
42%
Room service
Room service
15%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bradford 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 Bradford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bradford, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
17.5%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.3%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.7%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
25%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.3%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
13.8%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
12.5%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
16.3%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
20%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
12.5%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
13.8%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Bradford

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Iowa assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Bradford protect seniors.

Learn about Iowa Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

Independence Village of Ames, CedarStone Senior Living and Homestead of Mason City are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Bradford, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 106 assisted living facilities near Bradford, Iowa. See the full list.

The best assisted living facility near you in Bradford, Iowa is Independence Village of Ames. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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