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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Van Wert, IA
If you’re looking for independent living in the Van Wert 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 Van Wert. 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 Van Wert, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
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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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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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Shelly Rose Estates is a high-quality senior housing community located in the Midwestern city of Des Moines, Polk County, Ohio. Des Moines offers many opportunities to experience cultural activities and events, such as attending the Des Moines Symphony and visiting the many local art galleries...
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So far I'm completely pleased with everything here, I'd give them top marks across the board. It's a nice looking place, they keep it very clean, and the staff all seem friendly. It's a good environment, and...
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: 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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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.
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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: 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.
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.
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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.
Cost of independent living in Van Wert, IA
The average cost of senior living in Van Wert is $3,247 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Weldon, IA with an average of $2,803 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Van Wert
Recent reviews for independent living in Van Wert
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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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.
Homestead of Knoxville Assisted Living
5.0
I would highly recommend Homestead. I would be happy to live there if I ever become unable to care for myself. The kitchen around mealtime smelled wonderful. Lots of areas to gather and socialize. Wide hallways with sitting areas spaced out so you can rest if you have a long trek to the mess ...
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Van Wert independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Van Wert independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Van Wert, 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 Van Wert 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 Van Wert partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Van Wert, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.8%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
11.5%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
16.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
13.1%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.3%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Van Wert 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 Van Wert communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Van Wert, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.4%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
24.6%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
26.2%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.4%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Van Wert 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 Van Wert offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Van Wert, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
24.6%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.1%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.4%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.3%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34.4%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.1%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.9%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
19.7%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
29.5%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
29.5%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
16.4%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.7%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.8%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Glen Meadows Retirement, Homestead of Knoxville Assisted Living and MorningStar at Jordan Creek are the top-rated independent living facilities near Van Wert, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 79 independent living facilities near Van Wert, Iowa. See the full list.
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