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Faculty/staff are excellent. Everyone learns residents names and tries to get to know them. They really care. I think they are working on the food. Mallard has been bought by Arrow. A new food program is...
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.
Mallard Point provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Conveniently situated near Waterloo and Cedar Falls, Mallard Point offers something for everyone. And we're just minutes from shopping, golf and the Isle of Capri Casino. You'll love coming home to Mallard...
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WM is a well run facility that was an excellent choice for my mom. Mom is happy and has found it easy to meet others and make friends. Many varied activities (mental, physical & social) are offered that mom...
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 is an assisted-living community offering everything today's seniors need to help them continue to explore and enjoy life in a safe environment where all their needs are met. Our mission is to provide an atmosphere of respect, comfort and grace, where quality of life is of the...
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I would definitely recommend it to anyone. The facility is beautiful and staff was great!
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.
We understand that a well-rounded community helps people feel a sense of belonging and maintain overall wellness and independence while offering peace of mind as we age. That is the value of choosing Birkwood Village.Imagine as you age, despite changing needs, having the opportunity to continue...
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They offers numerous levels of care. We love it. Nothing but good things to say about them. They live apartment style with a variety of all different levels of care. My loved one is able to keep her hobbies...
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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Management staff A++ Very considerate & respectful. Dining room staff are patient with us as we ponder the menu. I enjoy the variety on the menu. I appreciate the various religious options.
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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.
Bridges is an independent living community based in the calm neighborhoods of Waterloo in Black Hawk County, IA. The lovely terrain and fresh atmosphere in which our community is located gives our residents a beautiful place to lead an independent life. Discover convenience and accessibility...
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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.
Senior Living 55 and BetterHotel President Apartments is a senior 55+ community located in downtown Waterloo, Iowa. Hotel President is a nine story historical building built in 1929 and offers affordable studio and one bedroom apartments. Features include a community room with a small library,...
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My mom is so happy at the Rose. When at home she was closing herself off from people, now she is involved in the activities. I am impressed with the cleanliness of the entire place. The staff is always...
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.
About The Rose of Waterloo The Rose of Waterloo offers one-bedroom and two-bedroom affordable assisted living in spacious private apartments with 24-hour monitoring and assisted living services available on-site and social programming in beautifully appointed community areas, including...
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We chose Bickford of Cedar Falls because it was close by our home and we had taken dad here for respite care in the prior years when we were gone so he was comfortable with it. It is a very nice facility and...
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.
At Bickford, there's always something exciting happening in our senior living community. Picture your loved one relishing freshly-cooked meals, always assured of a friendly caregiver's presence, and a schedule overflowing with lively activities. We pride ourselves on our dedicated team, committed...
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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.
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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.
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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.
Belle Plain Village is located in beautiful downtown in Belle Plaine, Iowa. Belle Plain Village is an independent senior living apartment complex that accepts seniors 62 years old and older. These nice apartments are for seniors that are still able to live by themselves. The beautiful apartments...
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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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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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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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At Fox Meadow Apartments you’ll find 40 – 1 and 2 bedroom apartments for those 55 and better. Located in a quiet residential neighborhood, Fox Meadow offers a secure and serene environment. Residents of Fox Meadow enjoy a friendly, caring environment where neighbors become friends.
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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.
At Ridgeway Place residents enjoy all the comforts of home in a beautiful, safe neighborhood setting, conveniently located near shopping centers, churches and medical clinics. With 96 units, Ridgeway Place offers a customized blend of independence that respects the needs of residents and...
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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.
Designed for persons: 62+ Capture the special small town feeling when you move into your one bedroom apartment home at Evans Village. Located on a quiet residential street, close to shopping and restaurants, this apartment community offers the conveniences of indoor mail service, laundry...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Dysart, IA

The average cost of senior living in Dysart is $2,533 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Brandon, IA with an average of $2,732 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dysart, IA vs. nearby cities

Dysart, IA
$2,533/mo
$2,841/mo
$3,345/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dysart, IA vs. the state and national average

Dysart, IA
$2,533/mo
$3,216/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dysart vs. other types of senior living

$3,691/mo
Independent Living
$2,533/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Dysart, IA by room type

Studio
$5,167/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,986/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,168/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Dysart over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Dysart

Recent reviews for independent living in Dysart

Bridges in Waterloo, IA

4.6
We have been here almost 3 years and we love it here. The food & the dishes that we get to choose from are many choices and good. The staff are very caring and we have lots of activities.

Rosewood Estate in Waterloo, IA

5.0
They offers numerous levels of care. We love it. Nothing but good things to say about them. They live apartment style with a variety of all different levels of care. My loved one is able to keep her hobbies and bring them along with her.

Windsor Manor Vinton

5.0
Our dad and mom loved Windsor Manor! They enjoyed the caring staff and the many activities that were provided for them, both inside the center as well as field trips outside of the center. All of the staff were loving and caring and worked hard to meet their individual needs. When the time came ...
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Dysart independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dysart independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dysart, 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 Dysart 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 Dysart partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dysart, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
3%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
9.1%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
9.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.1%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Dysart 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 Dysart communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dysart, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
9.1%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
9.1%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
9.1%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dysart 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 Dysart offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dysart, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
12.1%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
3%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
27.3%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
12.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
21.2%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
12.1%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.1%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
6.1%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
12.1%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
12.1%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
6.1%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.1%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
12.1%
46.1%
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There are 33 independent living facilities near Dysart, Iowa. See the full list.

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