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10 Best Nursing Homes in Defiance, IA

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Defiance 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 Defiance, 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 Defiance or another care type is right for you. Browse 84 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Defiance.

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Defiance, IA

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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.
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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.
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: Nursing Homes
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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
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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: 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: 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, 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.
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Photo of Black Hawk Life Care Ctr
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 Willow Dale Wellness Village 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 CorporationWillow Dale Wellness Village 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...
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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 Griswold Assisted Living
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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.
Griswold is the premier assisted living community of Cass County. Our safe, residential environment is staffed by an expert team that provides support and assistance when you need it. Our goal is to promote your independence and the quality of life you desire. You will have many choices whether...
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
Photo of Bethany Heights
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.
“Great Friends, Great times and a Great Place to Call Home” More than a motto for Bethany Heights, this is our goal for every resident. If you are searching for a home for your loved one where they can live independently in a safe, friendly atmosphere, look no further! At Bethany Heights, 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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Senior Apartments
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.
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: 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.
Photo of Country View Estates 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.
Photo of Golden Living Center - Sorensen
Provides: Assisted 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.
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.
What kind of healthcare are you looking for -- long-term nursing services? a little help with day-to-day activities? specialized care for a loved one showing signs of Alzheimer’s disease? Regardless of the level of care you need, our goal is to provide dignified, personal care assistance in a...
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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.
Photo of Immanuel Courtyard
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.
Photo of Assisted Living At Immanuel Village
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.

Cost of nursing homes in Defiance, IA

The average cost of senior living in Defiance is $3,928 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Buck Grove, IA with an average of $3,724 per month.

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

Defiance, IA
$3,928/mo
$4,081/mo

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

Defiance, IA
$3,928/mo
$4,388/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

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

$3,895/mo
Nursing Homes
$3,928/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,273/mo
Studio
$4,571/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,560/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,269/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Defiance over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Defiance

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Defiance

Risen Son Christian Village in Council Bluffs, IA

4.8
We have no problem with the community, they people there are very nice. Our only issues would be the communication regarding our loved one. Sometimes it is hard to get information and updates but we think that could be because of covid. We would definitely recommend this community to others. ...
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Oakland Heights Assisted Living

4.8
Recently my father has been needing more help and we have looked at several assisted living places. We have had such a positive experience in a very difficult time. Thank you Oakland Assisted Living, we look forward to moving forward with you.

The Rose of Council Bluffs

5.0
I would recommend to others. They have been very helpful. We picked this community because it's a very nice, and friendly community.

Defiance nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Defiance nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Defiance, 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 Defiance 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 Defiance that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Defiance, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
38.8%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
12.2%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
83.7%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
87.8%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
38.8%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.4%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
85.7%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
38.8%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
42.9%
18.6%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Defiance 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 Defiance Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Defiance, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
38.8%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
18.4%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40.8%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10.2%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Defiance 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 Defiance partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Defiance, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
4.1%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
4.1%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
4.1%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20.4%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Defiance 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 Defiance communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Defiance, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10.2%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
24.5%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
18.4%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Defiance 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 Defiance offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Defiance, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
32.7%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.3%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.3%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.8%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
32.7%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.7%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
24.5%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.3%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.4%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
32.7%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
12.2%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.2%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.6%
0.4%
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Allen Place, Amelia Senior Living and Hansen House Harlan are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Defiance, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 84 nursing homes facilities near Defiance, Iowa. See the full list.

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