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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.
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: 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: 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: 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.
Oakwood Terrace senior housing is in Princeton town, Mercer County, Missouri. The low-income housing is only a two-hour drive Northeast of Kansas City. The 55+ who are looking for convenient onsite accommodation will be attracted to our all bills paid 35 senior apartments. From our apartments,...
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Everything about our experiance with this care giver was great. Staff, kitchen, room and all were the best.
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.
Vintage Park is committed to providing a lifestyle of dignity, privacy, and choice; to offer a safe, secure, homelike environment-to help fill the needs of our area residents through a supportive team approach.Vintage Park Apartments is designed to meet the desires of each tenant by considering...
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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.
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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.
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.
Cummins Village is nestled away from the hectic mainstream on a quiet cul-de-sac, yet just minutes away from all your needs. We offer spacious one-bedroom apartments designed for comfortably accommodating those who are 55+. Income restrictions do apply.Apartments are approximately 562 sq.ft.,...
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My mom has been thrilled with the staff and all of the social activities! She's made many new friends and enjoys her time there.
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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+ Southridge Village II, located on a quiet cul-de-sac, is convenient to grocery shopping, and within blocks of a regional mall and a local pharmacy. Enjoy your independence in a great apartment home that includes utilities, plus air conditioning, generous closet space and...
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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+ An affordable apartment community located on a quiet cul-de-sac in Des Moines. Each apartment home features generous closet space, great views, plus all utilities and air conditioning are included. Southridge Village is within blocks of shopping, a regional mall and a...
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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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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: 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.
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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.
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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.
Shelly Rose Estates is a high-quality senior housing community located in the Midwestern city of Des Moines, Polk County, Ohio. Des Moines offers many opportunities to experience cultural activities and events, such as attending the Des Moines Symphony and visiting the many local art galleries...
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So far I'm completely pleased with everything here, I'd give them top marks across the board. It's a nice looking place, they keep it very clean, and the staff all seem friendly. It's a good environment, and...
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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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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.
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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.
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So far I'm pleased with this place. Everyone is very friendly, and there are plenty of activities to keep you entertained. It's a very pleasant place to live. The only complaint I have is that I've had a...
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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.
Sugarcreek Senior ApartmentsSugarcreek Senior Apartments is a senior housing community situated in the lovely city of Waukee, Dallas County, Iowa. Waukee is a community full of activity and recreational opportunities. The numerous festivals and celebrations hosted each year will delight residents...
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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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Cost of independent living in Leslie, IA

The average cost of senior living in Leslie is $2,850 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Weldon, IA with an average of $2,803 per month.

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

Leslie, IA
$2,850/mo
$2,803/mo
$3,247/mo

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

Leslie, IA
$2,850/mo
$3,220/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$4,441/mo
Independent Living
$2,850/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,149/mo
Studio
$4,954/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,304/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,705/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,229/mo

Senior living costs in Leslie 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: Leslie, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLeslie, IAIowaU.S.
Independent Living$2,850/mo$3,220/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,432/mo$4,392/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,441/mo$4,394/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Leslie, IA:$2,850/mo
Iowa:$3,220/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Leslie, IA:$4,432/mo
Iowa:$4,392/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Leslie, IA:$4,441/mo
Iowa:$4,394/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Leslie, IA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Leslie 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
Leslie, IA$2,465/mo$2,613/mo-5.7%
Iowa$2,739/mo$2,661/mo+2.9%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Leslie, IA
2024 average cost:$2,465/mo
2023 average cost:$2,613/mo
Percent change:-5.7%
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2024 average cost:$2,739/mo
2023 average cost:$2,661/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Leslie

Recent reviews for independent living in Leslie

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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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!

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.

Leslie independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Leslie independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Leslie, 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 Leslie 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 Leslie partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Leslie, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
12.7%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
13.7%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.9%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Leslie 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 Leslie communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Leslie, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
21.6%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Leslie 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 Leslie offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Leslie, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
22.5%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.7%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.6%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.3%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31.4%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
35.3%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.5%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19.6%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.6%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
29.4%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
29.4%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.5%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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