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8 Best Independent Living Communities in Kelley, IA

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 8 independent living facilities in Kelley, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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Photo of Independence Village of Ames
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He needed more care than they were able to provide here - but I will tell anyone that the meals provided are absolutely AMAZING!
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.
Welcome to Independence Village! At Independence Village of Ames, we enjoy spending time getting to know our residents and helping them explore the best living options for each of their specific needs. We’re here to assist with daily tasks like housekeeping, getting ready for the day, or even...
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We visited 9 facilities before choosing Cedars Assisted Living for our relative with Alzheimer's. We were influenced by the cost, the staff, the availability of higher level of care if the need arose. The...
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.
Nestled in the Northwest corner of Madrid, The Cedars has all the comforts you want in home. With its close proximity to the High Trestle Trail, Iowa Arboretum, and many other recreational activities, as well as raised gardens in the courtyard, and a beautifully landscaped seating area outside...
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It's a very nice place. I'm hearing their food is not always the best. It's like a senior living apartment and you add amenities you need for cost beyond your rent. You can add up to 2 meals a day, house...
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.
The Rose of Ames Affordable Assisted Living community is located in Ames, Iowa. The community has 56 units situated in a tranquil residential neighborhood on the border of Ames in Story County. It is also located in a part that has low crime rates making it quite safe for residents. The Mary...
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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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They have been super helpful in making Nola feel welcome and dealing with her dementia issues. Her apartment is just the right size for her now, she's in a one bedroom. She is eating well and loves the food....
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.
If you think there’s not much going on in a senior living community, you’ve never been to Bickford. Imagine your loved one enjoying delicious, scratch-made meals, having a friendly caregiver always nearby, and a calendar chock-full of social activities. Our family of caregivers will do whatever...
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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, 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.
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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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Cost of independent living in Kelley, IA

The average cost of senior living in Kelley is $2,777 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sheldahl, IA with an average of $2,610 per month.

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

Kelley, IA
$2,777/mo
$2,925/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

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

$7,193/mo
Independent Living
$2,777/mo

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

1 Bedroom
$2,757/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,420/mo

Senior living costs in Kelley 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: Kelley, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeKelley, IAIowaU.S.
Independent Living$2,777/mo$2,925/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$5,717/mo$5,505/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,193/mo$6,921/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Kelley, IA:$2,777/mo
Iowa:$2,925/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Kelley, IA:$5,717/mo
Iowa:$5,505/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Kelley, IA:$7,193/mo
Iowa:$6,921/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Kelley

Recent reviews for independent living in Kelley

Perry Lutheran Homes Spring Valley Campus

4.8
I have always been happy with the environment and helpful and friendly staff. The tenants seem happy to live there and enjoy all the activities they get to do. They enjoy going on outings too. Also live entertainment coming in most every week.

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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Walnut Ridge in Clive, IA

4.7
What we like the most about the Walnut Ridge community is their apartment, it is great. The staff members who work there are very friendly. It is a little expensive but we want them to be comfortable. Our family really likes the Walnut Ridge community.

Kelley independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Kelley independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Kelley, 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 Kelley 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 Kelley partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Kelley, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
3.5%
18.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
6.3%
30.5%
No sugar
No sugar
5.4%
27.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
6.3%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
1.1%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Kelley 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 Kelley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Kelley, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
6.5%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
10%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
7.6%
32.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.5%
15.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Kelley 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 Kelley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Kelley, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
10.5%
39.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
4.9%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.4%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
19.3%
41.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
12.7%
43.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
21%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
10.5%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
7.3%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
9.4%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
11.7%
41.6%
Live performances
Live performances
11.4%
41.2%
Dances
Dances
6.5%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11%
35.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
11.3%
40.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Independence Village of Ames, Cedars Assisted Living and The Rose of Ames are the top-rated independent living facilities near Kelley, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 8 independent living facilities near Kelley, Iowa. See the full list.
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The best independent living facility near you in Kelley, Iowa is CopperWood Senior Living at Prairie Trail. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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