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10 Best Independent Living Communities in North Branch, IA
If you’re looking for independent living in the North Branch 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 North Branch. 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 79 independent living facilities in North Branch, 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 Atlantic, Stuart and Templeton.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Atlantic, Stuart and Templeton.
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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: 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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I've lived here less than a year, which has been an interesting year for everyone. It was handled well by everyone. I plan to live here the rest of my life.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Kennybrook Village is a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) in Grimes, Iowa. Located near the entrance of the Kennybrook Estates Subdivision, Kennybrook Village is the first community of its kind in the Grimes area. A CCRC is a campus that is tailored to the needs of senior adults who...
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
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, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Embrace the next chapter of your life while unlocking a world of possibilities. Welcome to Grand Living at Tower Place — where the search for a remarkable senior living community ends and the dream continues.Grand Living offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. You...
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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.
Valley West Apartments has been a part of the West Des Moines Community since 1979. The community is designated for 62 and older or disability person. This apartment communities rent and deposit is based off of the residents income.Valley West Apartments is located off of University Avenue....
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Cost of independent living in North Branch, IA
The average cost of senior living in North Branch is $3,464 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Stuart, IA with an average of $1,870 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in North Branch, IA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in North Branch, IA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in North Branch vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in North Branch, IA by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in North Branch
Recent reviews for independent living in North Branch
Independence Village of Waukee
4.6
Love my apartment. Love the staff. Very friendly environment, very beautiful place to live. I feel very welcome. I just love this place. Best part of my day is my conversations with receptionist.
MorningStar at Jordan Creek in West Des Moines, IA
4.1
I think MorningStar at Jordan Creek is a very friendly facility.
As far as the food goes, I think they could improve on the eye appeal, the taste, and make sure to serve meals hot.
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!
North Branch independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in North Branch independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in North Branch, 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 North Branch 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 North Branch partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
North Branch, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
13.8%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
13.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
17.2%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.4%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in North Branch 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 North Branch communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
North Branch, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
17.2%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
27.6%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.5%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in North Branch 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 North Branch offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
North Branch, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
37.9%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.7%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.4%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.7%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.9%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
43.1%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.5%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.4%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
24.1%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.9%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
39.7%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
17.2%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.9%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.5%
46.1%
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Attivo Trail Waukee, Glen Meadows Retirement and Independence Village of Waukee are the top-rated independent living facilities near North Branch, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 79 independent living facilities near North Branch, Iowa. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in North Branch, Iowa is Independence Village of Waukee. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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