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I made the move into this community a couple of month's ago, and so far I'am very pleased with all they have done for us. I really like this community. The staff is kind, and very polite. They have wonderful...
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.
Midtown Village Apartments is a senior apartment complex (age 55 and up) located in the quiet city of Boone, Boone County, Iowa. This lovely Iowa city is home to many beautiful outdoor recreational areas and parks to allow residents of the city to enjoy the lovely outdoor environment. Located...
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From previous experience I knew I wanted to live in a continuing care retirement community and wanted to be closer to family. I toured several communities in central Iowa but when I visited Park Centre I...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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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The experience we have had with my mother has been good. The place is beautiful and is always clean and bright. The staff is always inviting and friendly. They provide good meals and plenty of snacks. Nobody...
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.
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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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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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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.
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: 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: 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.
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, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
About ABCM CorporationDumont Wellness Center is owned by ABCM Corporation, Hampton, IA. ABCM is a multi-facility provider offering top-quality, long-term care services unmatched in the state of Iowa. We believe in a Person Directed Care approach to long-term care, encouraging the individuals we...
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
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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.
CommonBond builds stable homes, strong futures, and vibrant communities. The Tallcorn has 49 affordable unique 1 & 2 bedroom urban loft style apartments. (minimum & maximum income qualifications apply)
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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: 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.
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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, Independent 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.
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, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
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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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.

Cost of independent living in Steamboat Rock, IA

The average cost of senior living in Steamboat Rock is $3,146 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Alden, IA with an average of $2,548 per month.

Independent living costs in Steamboat Rock, IA, vs. nearby cities

Steamboat Rock, IA
$3,146/mo
$3,646/mo
$3,992/mo

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

Steamboat Rock, IA
$3,146/mo
$3,220/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Steamboat Rock, IA, vs. other senior living options

$4,192/mo
Independent Living
$3,146/mo

Independent living costs in Steamboat Rock, IA, by floor plan type

Studio
$5,121/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,272/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,442/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$1,075/mo

Senior living costs in Steamboat Rock 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: Steamboat Rock, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSteamboat Rock, IAIowaU.S.
Independent Living$3,146/mo$3,220/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,183/mo$4,392/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,192/mo$4,394/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Steamboat Rock, IA:$3,146/mo
Iowa:$3,220/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Steamboat Rock, IA:$4,183/mo
Iowa:$4,392/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Steamboat Rock, IA:$4,192/mo
Iowa:$4,394/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Steamboat Rock, IA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Steamboat Rock 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
Steamboat Rock, IA$2,369/mo$2,451/mo-3.4%
Iowa$2,639/mo$2,633/mo+0.2%
National$3,222/mo$3,101/mo+3.9%
Steamboat Rock, IA
2024 average cost:$2,369/mo
2023 average cost:$2,451/mo
Percent change:-3.4%
Iowa
2024 average cost:$2,639/mo
2023 average cost:$2,633/mo
Percent change:+0.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,222/mo
2023 average cost:$3,101/mo
Percent change:+3.9%
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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 Steamboat Rock

Recent reviews for independent living in Steamboat Rock

Whispering Willow in Fredericksburg, IA

4.5
My mom recently moved into this community. So far the experience has been going great. The staff know how to keep the facility clean. My mom has plenty of options to choose for her meals and it seems to think it tastes good.

Parker Place in Parkersburg, IA

5.0
That they were very helpful getting him settled in when admitted. In contact with me on his likes on what to do n to keep busy, etc. I'd give a positive experience and recommend taking a look at. We picked this community, because they had a shared room price, friendly staff on tour, clean. ...
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Northridge Village in Ames, IA

5.0
Northridge VIllage is a very professionally run community with compassionate, efficient personnel. The atmosphere is friendly and welcoming for residents' demeanors and outlooks. The healthful meals are tasty, nicely varied and attractive and we appreciate the cleanliness of handling foodstuffs. ...
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Steamboat Rock independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Steamboat Rock independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Steamboat Rock, 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 Steamboat Rock 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 Steamboat Rock partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Steamboat Rock, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.4%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
11.2%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
11.2%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15.7%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.4%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Steamboat Rock 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 Steamboat Rock communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Steamboat Rock, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
13.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
13.5%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.2%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Steamboat Rock 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 Steamboat Rock offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Steamboat Rock, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
15.7%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
7.9%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
9%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25.8%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
19.1%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
24.7%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
13.5%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
12.4%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
15.7%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
18%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
11.2%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.4%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
14.6%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Independence Village of Ames, CedarStone Senior Living and Mallard Point Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Steamboat Rock, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 118 independent living facilities near Steamboat Rock, Iowa. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Steamboat Rock, Iowa is Independence Village of Ames. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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