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10 Best Nursing Homes in Knittel, IA
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Knittel 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 Knittel, 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 Knittel or another care type is right for you. Browse 38 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Knittel.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Cedar City.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Oelwein, Coster and Horton.
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Cost of nursing homes in Knittel, IA
The average cost of senior living in Knittel is $3,780 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hazleton, IA with an average of $3,572 per month.
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Knittel
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Knittel
Whispering Willow in Fredericksburg, IA
4.5
My mom recently moved into this community. So far the experience has been going great. The staff know how to keep the facility clean. My mom has plenty of options to choose for her meals and it seems to think it tastes good.
Rosewood Estate in Waterloo, IA
4.6
The quality of the building itself and the care really stood out to our family. The friendliness of the staff members is a 5+, we aren't to sure on the meals but everything in regards to the activities has been pretty good so far.
Arlington Place at Oelwein
4.0
My brother and I were looking for an alternative living for our parents. They were doing well on their own but with neither of us living in town we were concerned about what would happen when they could no longer drive. The townhouse at Arlington Place fit the bill. They are independent but it ...
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Knittel nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Knittel nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Knittel, 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 Knittel 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 Knittel 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
26.9%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
11.5%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.2%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
34.6%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
19.2%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
26.9%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
26.9%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Knittel 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 Knittel Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Knittel, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
30.8%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
19.2%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
34.6%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.2%
1.3%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Knittel 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 Knittel partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Knittel, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.5%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15.4%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
19.2%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15.4%
3.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dining options in Knittel 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 Knittel communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Knittel, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.5%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
11.5%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
19.2%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
0.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select programs and activities in Knittel 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 Knittel offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Knittel, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
15.4%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.5%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.5%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.6%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
23.1%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
30.8%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
19.2%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.4%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.5%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
15.4%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
23.1%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
11.5%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.5%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
15.4%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Arlington Place at Oelwein, CedarStone Senior Living and Cedar Vale are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Knittel, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 38 nursing homes facilities near Knittel, Iowa. See the full list.
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