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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Norwalk, IA
If you’re looking for assisted living in Norwalk, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Norwalk or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Norwalk.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Norwalk for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 29 assisted living facilities in the Norwalk area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Drake, Waveland Park and Beaverdale.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Des Moines, Urbandale and Indianola.
Norwalk Assisted Living Facilities | 371 Reviews
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We have really been happy with the friendliness of the staff members. Our loved one says nice things about the care she is getting, and every time we come to visit she is clean, well dressed and nails always...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
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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Cost of assisted living in Norwalk, IA
The average cost of senior living in Norwalk is $4,600 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bevington, IA with an average of $4,362 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Norwalk, IA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Norwalk, IA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Norwalk vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Norwalk, IA by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Norwalk over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Norwalk, IA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Norwalk
Recent reviews for assisted living in Norwalk
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!!
Addington Place of Des Moines
5.0
My aunt was at Addington Place of Des Moines and my mom resides at Addington Place of Des Moines.
I can’t say enough positive comments about Addington Place of Des Moines. They really do a good job making sure the residence are well taken care of. I know it’s hard leaving your family member ...
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Meadowview of Johnston
4.4
The staff has been helpful for me when I have requested some changes to areas that I use. Housekeeping was just here to vacuum my apartment. We have been able to meet many of the residence here and they have been cordial to me and my wife. I'm not surprised that some are not happy with some ...
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Norwalk review score based on 67 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 67 reviews of 27 Norwalk assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Norwalk 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
Norwalk review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Norwalk 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 67 reviews of 27 Norwalk assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Norwalk 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.Norwalk, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
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Norwalk assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Norwalk assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Norwalk, 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 Norwalk 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 Norwalk that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Norwalk, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
44.4%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33.3%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.3%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
63%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
44.4%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
59.3%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Norwalk 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 Norwalk Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Norwalk, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
48.1%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
44.4%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
55.6%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.5%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Norwalk 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 Norwalk partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Norwalk, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.6%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25.9%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
25.9%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.6%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.7%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Norwalk 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 Norwalk communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Norwalk, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.4%
42%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29.6%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Norwalk 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 Norwalk offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Norwalk, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
44.4%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.7%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.3%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.1%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.1%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.4%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.1%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
48.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
29.6%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.1%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Norwalk
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 Norwalk protect seniors.
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Independence Village of Waukee, Independence Village of Ankeny and Walnut Ridge are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Norwalk, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 29 assisted living facilities near Norwalk, Iowa. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Norwalk, Iowa are Independence Village of Waukee and Independence Village of Ankeny. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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