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10 Best Nursing Homes in Cherokee County, IA
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Cherokee County 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 Cherokee County, 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 Cherokee County or another care type is right for you. Browse 103 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Cherokee County.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Holstein, Cleghorn and Meriden.
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Nursing Homes Facilities near Cherokee County, IA
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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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Cost of nursing homes in Cherokee County, IA
The average cost of senior living in Cherokee County is $3,770 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sutherland, IA with an average of $3,238 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Cherokee County, IA vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Cherokee County, IA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Cherokee County
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Cherokee County
Otsego Place in Storm Lake, IA
5.0
Both my Mother and now my Mother in law have been residents of Otsego Place. It has given my husband and I a great feeling of comfort knowing these two ladies had the best of care. The staff are like family, the food is excellent, and there are lots of activies for them to participate in. ...
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Lawton Senior Living
5.0
A very loving and caring staff.
The food was very tasty and well prepared.
My wife was only a resident for eleven days but she was treated very well. I would highly recommend this facility.
Floyd Senior Living in Sergeant Bluff, IA
5.0
We needed a place for my dad on short notice and Floyd Place was helpful in expediting that process. Although COVID-19 is an issue for everyone at this point, the staff are all taking proper precautions with all residents and finding ways, within the CDC rulings, to have the family visit. The ...
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Cherokee County nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cherokee County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cherokee County, 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 Cherokee County 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 Cherokee County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
24.6%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
8.8%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.7%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.5%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
24.6%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
7%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.7%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
24.6%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
21.1%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Cherokee County 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 Cherokee County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Cherokee County, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
24.6%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
8.8%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
19.3%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
5.3%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Cherokee County 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 Cherokee County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cherokee County, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
10.5%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
10.5%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.3%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Cherokee County 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 Cherokee County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cherokee County, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
5.3%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
15.8%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
15.8%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.8%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cherokee County 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 Cherokee County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cherokee County, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
21.1%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
7%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
22.8%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
21.1%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
19.3%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
15.8%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
15.8%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
17.5%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
21.1%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
12.3%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.5%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
19.3%
0.4%
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The Heritage at Northern Hills, Charter Senior Living at North Park Place and The Gardens of Cherokee are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Cherokee County, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 103 nursing homes facilities near Cherokee County, Iowa. See the full list.
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