10 Best Independent Living Communities in Helena, IA

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Independence Village of Pella , Mallard Point Senior Living and Corridor Crossing Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Helena, Iowa. See full list of communities.

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Helena Independent Living Facilities | 15 Reviews

Cost of independent living in Helena, IA

The average cost of senior living in Helena is $3,546 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Grinnell, IA with an average of $2,516 per month.

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

Helena, IA

$3,546/mo

Iowa state

$2,852/mo

U.S. national average

$3,532/mo

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

Assisted Living

$5,726/mo

Memory Care

$6,960/mo

Independent Living

$3,546/mo

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

Studio

$3,151/mo

1 Bedroom

$3,501/mo

2 Bedroom

$4,182/mo

Senior living costs in Helena 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: Helena, IA

Column state: Iowa

Column national: U.S.

Community type	Helena, IA	Iowa	U.S.
Independent Living	$3,546/mo	$2,852/mo	$3,532/mo
Assisted Living	$5,726/mo	$5,482/mo	$5,909/mo
Memory Care	$6,960/mo	$6,790/mo	$7,121/mo

Independent Living

Helena, IA:$3,546/mo

Iowa:$2,852/mo

U.S.:$3,532/mo

Assisted Living

Helena, IA:$5,726/mo

Iowa:$5,482/mo

U.S.:$5,909/mo

Memory Care

Helena, IA:$6,960/mo

Iowa:$6,790/mo

U.S.:$7,121/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Helena

Recent reviews for independent living in Helena

Boyson Heights Senior Living in Cedar Rapids, IA

5.0

The staff is very easy to work with. They treat our father with respect and seem to really care about him. We can call anytime and get any questions answered. His room is always clean. We had his 90th birthday family party at the facility, which worked out wonderfully. We would definitely ...

Cedar Village Senior Residences in Cedar Rapids, IA

4.0

My love one is doing fine since her move to this community. We have not had any problems, or concerns. We do feel she is safe, and in good hands. They have a kind, friendly staff. They do a good job with the cleanliness around the community. Everything is going well, and this is probably would ...

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. ...

Helena independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Helena independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Helena, 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 Helena 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 Helena partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.

Helena, IANational

Nutritionist / dietician

11.5%

18.1%

Low / no sodium

9.3%

30.5%

No sugar

13.9%

27.4%

Vegetarian

15.3%

29.8%

Pureed meals

1.8%

9.9%

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Availability of select dining options in Helena 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 Helena communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.

Helena, IANational

Professional chef

15.6%

32.2%

Restaurant style dining

20.8%

38.3%

Room service

17.2%

32.7%

Anytime dining

11.2%

15.2%

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Availability of select programs and activities in Helena 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 Helena offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.

Helena, IANational

Activity director

21.5%

39.8%

Pet-focused programs

13.5%

25.1%

Community service programs

16.9%

29.2%

Devotional activities on-site

34.3%

41.6%

Parties / BBQs / happy hour

24.7%

43.3%

Outings / off-site activities

42.9%

47.4%

Piano or organ

21.3%

37.8%

Arts and crafts center

10.5%

34.2%

Educational speakers / life long learning

19.7%

36.8%

Clubs / games / karaoke

23.4%

41.6%

Live performances

22.9%

41.3%

Dances

15.5%

29.4%

Fitness center

28.4%

35.2%

Fitness classes

22.7%

40.9%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Independence Village of Pella, Mallard Point Senior Living and Corridor Crossing Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Helena, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 137 independent living facilities near Helena, Iowa. See the full list.

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

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