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5 Best Independent Living Communities in Slater, IA

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We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Waveland Park, Waterbury and Carpenter (And Drake).
You may also consider nearby communities such as Des Moines, West Des Moines and Ankeny.

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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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Things are going well. You have been taking great care of us. My wife us eating better here. We get walks to the DR and she is walking better.
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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The staff are nice and helpful. My mother in law is enjoying some of the daily activities offered. The food is good and they offer god sized portions. They do keep the community clean. I would recommend...
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
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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
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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Cost of independent living in Slater, IA

The average cost of senior living in Slater is $3,344 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Clive, IA with an average of $3,046 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Slater, IA vs. nearby cities

Slater, IA
$3,344/mo
$3,101/mo
$3,534/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Slater, IA vs. the state and national average

Slater, IA
$3,344/mo
$3,216/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Slater vs. other types of senior living

$4,817/mo
Independent Living
$3,344/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Slater, IA by room type

Studio
$5,387/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,968/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,354/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Slater

Recent reviews for independent living in Slater

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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Edencrest at Beaverdale in Des Moines, IA

5.0
Fun, vibrant, safe and clean. The staff treat your parent/family member with respect and kindness. Not a cold sterile old folks home. A place they can still be adults and not just another number.

Rock Creek Senior Living in Ankeny, IA

5.0
I would recommend this facility to others. All interactions that I have had with all of the staff have been great. Also, my mother has not had a complaint that she has told me about. So everything good. I can't rate the meals or activities as I haven't personally been involved with those.

Slater independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Slater independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Slater, 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 Slater 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 Slater partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Slater, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Slater 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 Slater communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Slater, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
60%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Slater 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 Slater offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Slater, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
80%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
80%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
80%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
40%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
46.1%
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Attivo Trail Waukee, Glen Meadows Retirement and Holiday Illahee Hills are the top-rated independent living facilities near Slater, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 5 independent living facilities near Slater, Iowa. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Slater, Iowa are Independence Village of Waukee, Independence Village of Ames and Independence Village of Ankeny. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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