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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Winnebago County, IA

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 10 independent living facilities in Winnebago County, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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Photo of Forest Plaza Assisted Living
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 Mills Harbour and Lake Mills Care Center
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 CorporationLake Mills Care 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
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 Duncan Heights Inc
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, 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.
Elmore Assisted Living, founded in 2015, is an exciting new addition to the town of Elmore, MN. Our focus is to provide modest, economical housing accommodations that promote independence and well-being, with support available when needed. Residents live simply while not sacrificing quality of...
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Provides: Independent Living
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.
Photo of Cardinal Grove and Concord Care Center
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 CorporationConcord Care 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 care...
Photo of The Courtyard and Oakwood Care Ctr
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 CorporationOakwood Care 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 care...
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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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Cost of independent living in Winnebago County, IA

The average cost of senior living in Winnebago County is $2,587 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Forest City, IA with an average of $2,669 per month.

Independent living costs in Winnebago County, IA, vs. nearby counties

Winnebago County, IA
$2,587/mo

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

Winnebago County, IA
$2,587/mo
$2,925/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Winnebago County, IA, vs. other senior living options

Independent Living
$2,587/mo

Independent living costs in Winnebago County, IA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,935/mo
Studio
$2,805/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,335/mo

Senior living costs in Winnebago County 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: Winnebago County, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWinnebago County, IAIowaU.S.
Independent Living$2,587/mo$2,925/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$4,738/mo$5,505/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Careunavailable$6,921/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Winnebago County, IA:$2,587/mo
Iowa:$2,925/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Winnebago County, IA:$4,738/mo
Iowa:$5,505/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Winnebago County, IA:unavailable
Iowa:$6,921/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Winnebago County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Winnebago County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Winnebago County, 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 Winnebago County 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 Winnebago County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Winnebago County, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7.3%
18.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
13.2%
30.5%
No sugar
No sugar
11.2%
27.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
13.2%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.2%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Winnebago County 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 Winnebago County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Winnebago County, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
13.6%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20.5%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
15.8%
32.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.2%
15.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Winnebago County 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 Winnebago County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Winnebago County, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
21.5%
39.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10.1%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.4%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.6%
41.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
26.1%
43.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.5%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.9%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
19.2%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
24.1%
41.6%
Live performances
Live performances
23.5%
41.2%
Dances
Dances
13.5%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.6%
35.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
23.2%
40.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Forest Plaza Assisted Living, Mills Harbour and Lake Mills Care Center and Titonka Care Ctr are the top-rated independent living facilities near Winnebago County, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 10 independent living facilities near Winnebago County, Iowa. See the full list.
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