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9 Best Independent Living Communities in Locust, IA

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8.5
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7 reviews
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4 star
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Our father needed more assistance in his day to day life. He was living in Iowa and choosing Harmony Place meant he would be closer to family. It was a lot of work getting him into a different state but 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.
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9.3
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My mother was living at an independent living facility in La Crosse, WI when she started to have medical issues. After she recovered, we decided it was time to move her closer to me and my children so we...
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.
Photo of The Meadows of Mabel
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.
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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
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.
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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.
Photo of Makee Manor
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.
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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: 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.
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Cost of independent living in Locust, IA

The average cost of senior living in Locust is $2,310 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Decorah, IA with an average of $2,310 per month.

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

Locust, IA
$2,310/mo
$2,925/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

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

$6,480/mo
Independent Living
$2,310/mo

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

Studio
$2,769/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,551/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,290/mo

Senior living costs in Locust 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: Locust, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLocust, IAIowaU.S.
Independent Living$2,310/mo$2,925/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$5,867/mo$5,505/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,480/mo$6,921/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Locust, IA:$2,310/mo
Iowa:$2,925/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Locust, IA:$5,867/mo
Iowa:$5,505/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Locust, IA:$6,480/mo
Iowa:$6,921/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Locust, IA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Locust 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 average 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Locust, IA$2,897/mo$2,832/mo+2.3%
Iowa$3,041/mo$2,906/mo+4.6%
National$3,400/mo$3,276/mo+3.8%
Locust, IA
2024 average cost:$2,897/mo
2023 average cost:$2,832/mo
Percent change:+2.3%
Iowa
2024 average cost:$3,041/mo
2023 average cost:$2,906/mo
Percent change:+4.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,400/mo
2023 average cost:$3,276/mo
Percent change:+3.8%
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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 Locust

Recent reviews for independent living in Locust

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.

Park Lane Estates in Preston, MN

5.0
I couldn't be any more pleased with this community, and all they have done for us. Everything is working out very well, and my mother is doing great since her move here. This is the best community for her, and her needs. They are taking very good care of her. A place for mom was great with all ...
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Claddagh Senior Living and Memory Care in Caledonia, MN

5.0
My mother has been a resident at Claddagh for the past 3.5 months. Transitioning a parent from their lifelong home is an extremely difficult life event. It was hard for my mother to give up her independence and rely on others for her care. My mother's path consisted of an injury, hospital ...
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Locust independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Locust independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Locust, 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 Locust 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 Locust partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Locust, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
5.7%
18.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
13.9%
30.5%
No sugar
No sugar
13.2%
27.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
10.8%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
0.8%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Locust 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 Locust communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Locust, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
7.8%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
19.7%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
14.8%
32.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.7%
15.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Locust 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 Locust offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Locust, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
20%
39.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.7%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.6%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
26.4%
41.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
21.6%
43.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
27.6%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
17.8%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.1%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20.9%
41.6%
Live performances
Live performances
20.7%
41.2%
Dances
Dances
14%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.4%
35.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20.6%
40.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Harmony Place, Claddagh Senior Living and Memory Care and The Meadows of Mabel are the top-rated independent living facilities near Locust, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 9 independent living facilities near Locust, Iowa. See the full list.
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