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10 Best Nursing Homes in Buchanan, IA

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Buchanan nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Buchanan, IA may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Buchanan or another care type is right for you. Browse 15 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Buchanan.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Worthington Acres and Lincolnway Village.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Stanwood, Hale and Clarence.

Nursing Homes Facilities near Buchanan, IA

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Photo of Legacy Pointe
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2222 Floor plans available
9.4
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27 reviews
9.4
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27 reviews
5 star
63%
4 star
22%
3 star
11%
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4%
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She's enjoying the social activities, the religious service, and the food. We would absolutely recommend Legacy Pointe to other families based on the experience we have had so far.
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.
Legacy Senior Living is a retirement community that is located on the east side of Iowa City. They have two distinct communities located on their beautiful campus. This includes Independent Living & Assisted Living. All Legacy staff members take part in Hearthstone training that is renewed...
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7.0
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3 reviews
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33%
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What we like the most about the Prairie Hills at Tiptin community is the convenience, the openings for respite care and the friendly staff members they have there. Based on the experience we have had so...
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.
Prairie Hills at Tipton specializes in assisted living and memory care in a warm, home-like community nestled on a hill at the edge of town in Cedar County. Each spacious apartment overlooks beautiful landscapes from every direction. Our expansive property offers walking paths, outdoor...
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I would tell others the community was wonderful. I like the personal touches the community did for the residents and families. It was a smaller community all on one level. I wouldn't change anything about...
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.
With our HigherPath senior health model leading the way, Bickford redefines senior living. It's not just about care; it's about proactive well-being, enabling your loved one to live happier, healthier — longer.Our approach clearly resonates — our happiness ratings among residents are double the...
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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
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
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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, 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
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 Cherry Ridge and Hallmark 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 CorporationHallmark 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...
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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.
With several open-concept floor plans to choose from, our apartment homes are comfortable, easy to navigate and designed to maximize living and entertaining. And because they’re all maintenance-free, you or your loved one won’t even have to change a light bulb.Outside, there’s a thriving...
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Cost of nursing homes in Buchanan, IA

The average cost of senior living in Buchanan is $4,449 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lowden, IA with an average of $3,856 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Buchanan, IA vs. nearby cities

Buchanan, IA
$4,449/mo
$4,376/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Buchanan, IA vs. the state and national average

Buchanan, IA
$4,449/mo
$4,388/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Buchanan vs. other types of senior living

$4,449/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,449/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Buchanan, IA by room type

Studio
$5,380/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,382/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,250/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Buchanan over time

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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 nursing homes in Buchanan

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Buchanan

Brown Deer Place in Coralville, IA

4.0
I would recommend if the person had severe dementia, they are very friendly the only complaint she has is that the food is not very good.

Pearl City Place in Muscatine, IA

4.9
My mom has lived at Pearl City Place for 17 months. It is a very warm and homey atmosphere. She really likes it. She has a lot of friends there. The director and nurse are very good and caring. The nurse is a RN and there full time. The director is also a LPN nurse. The activity director ...
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Pinicon Senior Living in Anamosa, IA

5.0
We picked them specifically because they are licensed for a 2 person assist. They are between assisted living and long term care. That was what we needed so it worked out great. They have continue to make a real effort to get to know my dad and understand his life and his interests so that ...
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Buchanan nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buchanan nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buchanan, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Buchanan nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Buchanan that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Buchanan, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
40%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
90%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
40%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Buchanan nursing homes

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Buchanan Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Buchanan, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Buchanan nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Buchanan partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Buchanan, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
30%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Buchanan nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Buchanan communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Buchanan, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
30%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buchanan nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Buchanan offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buchanan, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
30%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
30%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
30%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Stirlingshire of Coralville, Grand Living at Bridgewater and Legacy Pointe are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Buchanan, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 15 nursing homes facilities near Buchanan, Iowa. See the full list.

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