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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Howard County, IA
If you’re looking for independent living in the Howard County 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 Howard County. 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 83 independent living facilities in Howard County, 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 Cresco, Harmony and New Hampton.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Cresco, Harmony and New Hampton.
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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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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.
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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We have had a wonderful experience at Apple Valley Assited living. The staff is caring and kind and the facility is clean and smells great...very bright beautiful place. Mom enjoys the food and the people...
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.
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: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Whispering Willow Assisted Living and Memory Wing opened its doors in 2008 to provide assistance and care to elders desiring some assistance to help enjoy their lives. Our location at 601 Dawn Avenue in Fredericksburg Iowa is on the edge of town allowing a peaceful and relaxing environment...
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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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: Assisted 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.
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, Nursing Homes
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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.
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
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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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I liked the facility and I liked the staff that are here, they treat us well and take very good care of us. Everybody is friendly and helpful and they keep an eye on us. The food here is just typical mass...
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, 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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
St. Mark’s Heritage Assisted Living Community offers the independence of private one- and two-bedroom or studio apartments, with the availability of supportive services as you want or need them. Heritage offers a well-designed community with thoughtful gathering spots, a courtyard garden, and a...
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
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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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.
South Grove Lodge opened its doors in 2021 after taking over a previous community known as Primrose. Between our department heads and staff, we have nearly 50 years of combined experience in senior care. We are located in Austin, MN which has a population of roughly 25,000 people. We are...
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.
Cost of independent living in Howard County, IA
The average cost of senior living in Howard County is $3,516 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fort Atkinson, IA with an average of $2,785 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Howard County, IA vs. nearby counties
Howard County, IA
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Howard County, IA vs. the state and national average
Howard County, IA
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Howard County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Howard County, IA by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Howard County
Recent reviews for independent living in Howard County
Homestead of Mason City
4.0
Compared to other homes in the area they are most cost effective. In regards to my other numbers 3 is average. Could do a little more activity but being a smaller size I know they are limited with staff. Overall experience has been good so far.
Harmony Place
5.0
We choose Harmony Place due to the very friendly staff and the cleanliness of the facility.
Due to our experience here so far, we would definitely recommend this facility to other families who are looking.
Whispering Willow in Fredericksburg, IA
4.5
My mom recently moved into this community. So far the experience has been going great. The staff know how to keep the facility clean. My mom has plenty of options to choose for her meals and it seems to think it tastes good.
Howard County independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Howard County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Howard County, 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 Howard County 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 Howard County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Howard County, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
4.8%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
10.8%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
10.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
7.2%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.6%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Howard County 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 Howard County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Howard County, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
4.8%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
9.6%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
12%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
4.8%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Howard County 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 Howard County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Howard County, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
12%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.6%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
6%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
18.1%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
19.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
18.1%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
13.3%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
4.8%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
8.4%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
12%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
18.1%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
3.6%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.2%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
10.8%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cedars of Austin, Harmony Place and Traditions of Preston are the top-rated independent living facilities near Howard County, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 83 independent living facilities near Howard County, Iowa. See the full list.
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