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This is a great opportunity for a parent or a loved one to go to. They are very welcome and open with the residents as well as the family. My mother is very happy there and it was the best place for her to...
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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My mother has recently made the move into this community and I have no complaints of how things are going for her. The staff have been helpful with the transition and where very professional throughout the...
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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.
Alice Place Apartments is a brand new complex located on the Eastern edge of Waukee. We offer 1 and 2 bedroom units with all appliances. This includes the washer/dryer, stove, refrigerator, dishwasher and microwave in each unit. Each resident is given a storage unit at no charge and has access to...
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Within two months we have moved my Mom into Copperwood's Memory Care and my Dad into Copperwood's Assisted Living. Although this process has been one of the most difficult and stressful in our family, the...
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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I've been living at Walnut Ridge since [date removed]. It's beautiful, comfortable and well-staffed. The people are fantastic. Food is ok.
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.
ENJOY THE BENEFITS OF RENTAL!Experience for yourself the active retirement lifestyle at Walnut Ridge. Designed for those looking to enjoy life, surrounded by great neighbors and friends in an impressive setting.Walnut Ridge provides the ultimate in retirement living for those ages 55 and better...
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Hi everyone ! I’m am writing this review because I am excited about my new home ! I have a very well maintained apartment with no electric bill. My old place was horrible [fee removed] dollar a month...
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.
Benton Place Apartments is an affordable and pleasant senior housing community located in the charming city of Albia in Monroe County, Iowa. Albia is a quiet but active community with friendly citizens. Albia hosts many different community events, such as shows and farmer's markets. Must-sees are...
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From previous experience I knew I wanted to live in a continuing care retirement community and wanted to be closer to family. I toured several communities in central Iowa but when I visited Park Centre I...
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
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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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Everything I’ve seen is good. Everyone we’ve dealt with has been real nice. We’ve been real pleased. I’ve eaten there a couple a couple of times and it was good. There is enough parking. The laundry service...
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.
Windsor Manor features 42 one and two bedroom apartments each with its own private bath and kitchen or kitchenette. Personal laundry and housekeeping services provided, as is assistance with the activities of daily living. Designed to help residents feel safe and secure, additional building...
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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
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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: Independent Living
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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
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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: Independent Living
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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
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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: 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.
Park View Senior Apartments are senior housing for those who are 62+ and/or disabled of any age. Located in Indianola, IA where small town meets city just miles South of Des Moines. Our community offers garden style entrances with carpeted studio and one bedroom apartments with fully furnished...
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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.
If you are looking for a senior apartment for yourself or an elderly loved one, look no further. McCord Manor is sure to meet the needs of all seniors who are looking for a bit of assistance, if any, while still maintaining their independence. They have many amenities to help ensure that all...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes, Senior Apartments
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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.
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Active. Engaged. Pursuing the full richness of life. It doesn’t just happen by itself. It’s a choice those who live at The Village make. They choose to be passionate, not passive. They embrace being participants, not just spectators, wrapping their arms around opportunity and adventure. Because...
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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: Independent Living
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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, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
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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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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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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.

Cost of independent living in Belinda, IA

The average cost of senior living in Belinda is $3,268 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Milo, IA with an average of $2,394 per month.

Independent living costs in Belinda, IA, vs. nearby cities

Belinda, IA
$3,268/mo

Independent living costs in Belinda, IA, vs. state and national averages

Belinda, IA
$3,268/mo
$3,220/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Belinda, IA, vs. other senior living options

$4,817/mo
Independent Living
$3,268/mo

Independent living costs in Belinda, IA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,989/mo
Studio
$5,392/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,947/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,823/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,229/mo

Senior living costs in Belinda 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: Belinda, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBelinda, IAIowaU.S.
Independent Living$3,268/mo$3,220/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,804/mo$4,392/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,817/mo$4,394/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Belinda, IA:$3,268/mo
Iowa:$3,220/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Belinda, IA:$4,804/mo
Iowa:$4,392/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Belinda, IA:$4,817/mo
Iowa:$4,394/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Belinda, IA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Belinda 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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Independent living cost trends in Belinda, IA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Belinda 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Belinda, IA$2,409/mo$2,629/mo-8.4%
Iowa$2,739/mo$2,661/mo+2.9%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Belinda, IA
2024 average cost:$2,409/mo
2023 average cost:$2,629/mo
Percent change:-8.4%
Iowa
2024 average cost:$2,739/mo
2023 average cost:$2,661/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Belinda

Recent reviews for independent living in Belinda

Elite Lodge of Ashworth in West Des Moines, IA

3.8
We chose The Lodge of Ashworth Inc. because during the tour we were impressed with how clean it was and they had availability at the perfect time. They also remodeled her apartment before she moved in so she was able to pick things like her paint colors. The best part about the community is that ...
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Bishop Drumm Retirement Center in Johnston, IA

5.0
My dad is doing really good after picking this community from the list we got from A Place For Mom. He is enjoying the meals they make. He has tried some activities and he knows some people who live here. The staff has been great. I cant tell he is happy and when he calls he tells me good ...
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Thomas Place at Waukee

5.0
A Place for Mom was very empathetic and determined to find a solution for my Mom. They were extremely helpful throughout the entire process. Thank you so much!

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and caring staff. Reviews from various communities praise the kindness and attentiveness of the staff towards residents. At Copper Shores Village, the warm and welcoming nature of the staff is highlighted, while at Holiday Illahee Hills, the caring attitudes of the head chef and staff members are appreciated. ...
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Varied activities and social opportunities. Residents find joy in the diverse range of activities offered at different communities. At Copper Shores Village, the exercise classes and extensive alternate menus are popular, while Holiday Illahee Hills offers numerous activities for residents to choose from daily. The community at Woodl ...
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Cleanliness and upkeep. Throughout the reviews, the cleanliness and maintenance of the communities are frequently mentioned as a major factor in residents' satisfaction. At Attivo Trail Waukee, the apartments are kept clean and nice-looking, while Holiday Illahee Hills highlights the cleanliness and classy decor of ...
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Independence and safety. Some residents prefer the independence of living in an apartment community without assistance. At Attivo Trail Waukee, residents take care of themselves and there is no assisted living or provided meals. However, Independence Village of Des Moines expresses the importance of feeling safe whi ...
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Reasonable cost and value. Many reviews mention the reasonable cost and value for the services and amenities provided at their communities. At Attivo Trail Waukee, the rent is described as very reasonable, while Holiday Illahee Hills appreciates the value for the money. However, Walnut Ridge feels that the cost is h ...
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Friendly and social environment. Reviews also emphasize the friendly and welcoming atmosphere of the communities, which helps residents feel at home and connected to one another. At Copper Shores Village, the staff and residents create a family like environment, while Independence Village of Des Moines notes the cozy commun ...
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Belinda independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Belinda independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Belinda, 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 Belinda 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 Belinda partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Belinda, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15.4%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
14.7%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Belinda 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 Belinda communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Belinda, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
17.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
24.3%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Belinda 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 Belinda offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Belinda, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
28.7%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.4%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.9%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.8%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
32.4%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.8%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.9%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.1%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25.7%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.9%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
29.4%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
17.6%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Independence Village of Pella, Attivo Trail Waukee and Independence Village of Waukee are the top-rated independent living facilities near Belinda, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 185 independent living facilities near Belinda, Iowa. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Belinda, Iowa is Independence Village of Pella. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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