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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Mediapolis, IA

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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: 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
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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
Care types provided by this community
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
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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.
Photo of Hawthorne Inn of Galesburg
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.
Photo of Kensington of Galesburg
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
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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: 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: 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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Photo of King's Daughters Home
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.
Photo of Schuetzen Park Place
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.
Photo of Good Samaritan Society-Davenport
Provides: Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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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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.
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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.
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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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Staff are very friendly and helpful. Good community and I have great neighbors.
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.
Jefferson House is located at 900 East Jefferson in Macomb, Illinois and is privately owned and professionally managed by Urban Innovations.  You must be at least 62 years of age or older or disabled or handicapped to be eligible to live at Jefferson House.Rent, as set by HUD, will be...
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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: 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.
Marycrest Senior Housing is located in Davenport, Iowa. With a population of about 150,000 people, Davenport is the largest city found along the Mississippi river in Scott County and boasts a vibrant and bustling community. Davenport offers historic riverboat cruises, the Quad City Symphony, 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
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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.
Petersen Commons Assisted LivingPetersen Commons Assisted Living is an assisted living community situated in Davenport, IA. Davenport, which is the largest city located on the Mississippi River, is highly regarded for its remarkable arts and culture influence. Visitors and residents enjoy the...
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Mediapolis, IA

The average cost of senior living in Mediapolis is $2,864 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fruitland, IA with an average of $2,790 per month.

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

Mediapolis, IA
$2,864/mo
$3,767/mo

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

Mediapolis, IA
$2,864/mo
$3,220/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$4,102/mo
Independent Living
$2,864/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,909/mo
Studio
$4,950/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,479/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,141/mo

Senior living costs in Mediapolis 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: Mediapolis, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMediapolis, IAIowaU.S.
Independent Living$2,864/mo$3,220/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,102/mo$4,392/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,102/mo$4,394/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Mediapolis, IA:$2,864/mo
Iowa:$3,220/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Mediapolis, IA:$4,102/mo
Iowa:$4,392/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Mediapolis, IA:$4,102/mo
Iowa:$4,394/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Mediapolis, IA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Mediapolis 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Mediapolis, IA$2,140/mo$2,194/mo-2.4%
Iowa$2,552/mo$2,312/mo+10.4%
National$3,044/mo$2,895/mo+5.1%
Mediapolis, IA
2024 average cost:$2,140/mo
2023 average cost:$2,194/mo
Percent change:-2.4%
Iowa
2024 average cost:$2,552/mo
2023 average cost:$2,312/mo
Percent change:+10.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,044/mo
2023 average cost:$2,895/mo
Percent change:+5.1%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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What families are saying about independent living in Mediapolis

Recent reviews for independent living in Mediapolis

River Valley Place of Fort Madison

4.6
This was the first time we had had an experience with assistant living. After the first month we realized our dad probably needed more help than we realized. They were very helpful with us and kept him there. They helped us get extra help for him. He was a 94 year old. He really enjoyed all the ...
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Fort Armstrong in Rock Island, IL

5.0
I have lived at The Fort Armstrong for almost 5 years and do not regret my choice in moving here. I enjoy the live music and outings we go on.

The Taylor Renaissance in Davenport, IA

5.0
The original staff is a 5. The staff has changed and they're in the middle of changing so I can't rate the new people until I get to know them better. It would be nice if they had a loading dock for when people move in but I guess that's the way the building was designed so there's not much you ...
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Mediapolis independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mediapolis independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mediapolis, 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 Mediapolis 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 Mediapolis partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mediapolis, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
8.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15.7%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
14.7%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15.7%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.9%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Mediapolis 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 Mediapolis communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mediapolis, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
13.7%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.9%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mediapolis 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 Mediapolis offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mediapolis, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
20.6%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.8%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.7%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.4%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
21.6%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
32.4%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.7%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.7%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
17.6%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20.6%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
20.6%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
11.8%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.6%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
18.6%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookstone of Aledo, The Lamoine Retirement Living and Legacy Pointe are the top-rated independent living facilities near Mediapolis, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 120 independent living facilities near Mediapolis, Iowa. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Mediapolis, Iowa is Brookstone of Aledo. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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