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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Akron, IA
If you’re looking for independent living in the Akron area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Akron. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 27 independent living facilities in Akron, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Springdale, Riverside and Leeds.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Sioux City, Vermillion and Le Mars.
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The light and brightness of the place appealed to me. The people milling about seemed it would be a friendly community. Also, it seemed a beautiful, safe neighborhood for my young grandkids to come for 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.
Welcome to The Heritage at Northern Hills, an Independent and Assisted Living community that embraces individuality, encourages independence and provides the care you need to live the life you want. We have been a part of the Siouxland community for over 25 years! Our staff members have over 30...
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The placement didn't workout since [name removed] needed nursing home Alzheimer's care. However, what we liked the most about this community was the cleanliness and the meals and dining. Based on the...
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.
Charter Senior Living of Northpark Place offers all the amenities of home without many of the hassles & headaches that go along with home ownership. Located just a few blocks away from Unity Point St. Luke's Hospital in Sioux City, Northpark Place is one of the most established communities in...
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The staff and hospice were just terrific, they made sure our questions were answered and we got everything we needed. They were very compassionate. The rooms are on the smaller side, but nice and it had...
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.
Why settle for the ordinary in senior living when Bickford offers so much more? Freshly crafted meals, a dedicated caregiver always within reach, and a world of exciting activities await your loved one. Our commitment? Making sure they’re able to embrace life to the fullest, every single day....
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
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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
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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: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Sunrise Villa has 24 one-bedroom apartments. This complex is located in the Southwest part of Le Mars. It is designed for seniors who want the opportunity for some companionship. In the common dining room tenants talk, put together puzzles, and play games. Tenants...
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.
Peace of Mind for the Entire Family!As a tenant of Prime Living Apartments, you will quickly feel like one of the family. You can rest assured that you will be receiving the best care and services in a warm and dignified manner. Prime Living Apartments is an affordable assisted living...
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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
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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
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.
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
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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
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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.
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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
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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.
Peace of Mind for the Entire Family!As a tenant of Prime Living Apartments, you will quickly feel like one of the family. You can rest assured that you will be receiving the best care and services in a warm and dignified manner. Prime Living Apartments is an affordable assisted living...
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Cost of independent living in Akron, IA
The average cost of senior living in Akron is $2,795 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Chatsworth, IA with an average of $2,058 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Akron, IA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Akron, IA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Akron
Recent reviews for independent living in Akron
Charter Senior Living at North Park Place in Sioux City, IA
5.0
My father has been in this community for about a month and a half now and he is very happy! He likes being independent, that was the biggest issue for him was being able to come and go when he wants. Also, he can put his tv as loud as he wants. The building is an older structure. If he ...
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The Heritage at Northern Hills in Sioux City, IA
4.8
The staff is very cordial/caring. Communication with the family is good. All went well with the move in process. The meals generally okay. I would recommend this facility to others.
Bickford of Sioux City
5.0
Our experience with this community was wonderful, and the friendliness of the staff members really stood out to us. The rooms were fine, they were very good and we would recommend this community to others.
Akron independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Akron independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Akron, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Akron independent living
Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Akron partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Akron, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.5%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
9.5%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
9.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Akron independent living
Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Akron communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Akron, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
4.8%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
9.5%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
4.8%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Akron independent 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 independent living communities in Akron offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Akron, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
14.3%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
4.8%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
19%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
14.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
19%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
14.3%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.3%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
14.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
14.3%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
9.5%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
14.3%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Heritage at Northern Hills, Charter Senior Living at North Park Place and Bickford of Sioux City are the top-rated independent living facilities near Akron, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 27 independent living facilities near Akron, Iowa. See the full list.
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Independent Living in Cities Near Akron
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- Ponca, Nebraska
- Alcester, South Dakota
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- Newcastle, Nebraska
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