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10 Best Nursing Homes in Linn County, IA

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Linn 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 Linn 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 Linn County or another care type is right for you. Browse 36 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Linn County.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Louisa, Worthington Acres and Cedar Hills.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Olin, Mechanicsville and Morley.

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zipAverageCost: $4,583

Nursing Homes Facilities near Linn County, IA

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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.
Evergreen Estates is and has been locally owned and managed by experienced caring staff since 1993. Decisions about our organization are made locally by our owner and in the best interest of those whose care we have been entrusted. Our team is a group of professionals who believe we have more...
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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.
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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.
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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.
Evergreen Estates is and has been locally owned and managed by experienced caring staff since 1993. Decisions about our organization are made locally by our owner and in the best interest of those whose care we have been entrusted. Our team is a group of professionals who believe we have more...
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Cost of nursing homes in Linn County, IA

The average cost of senior living in Linn County is $4,583 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Prairieburg, IA with an average of $4,160 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Linn County, IA, vs. nearby counties

Linn County, IA
$4,583/mo
$4,641/mo
$4,583/mo

Nursing homes costs in Linn County, IA, vs. state and national averages

Linn County, IA
$4,583/mo
$4,394/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Nursing homes costs in Linn County, IA, vs. other senior living options

$4,567/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,583/mo

Nursing homes costs in Linn County, IA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,738/mo
Studio
$5,198/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,265/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,946/mo

Senior living costs in Linn County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Linn County, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLinn County, IAIowaU.S.
Nursing Homes$4,583/mo$4,394/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$4,517/mo$4,392/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,567/mo$4,394/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,382/mo$3,220/mo$4,016/mo
Nursing Homes
Linn County, IA:$4,583/mo
Iowa:$4,394/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Linn County, IA:$4,517/mo
Iowa:$4,392/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Linn County, IA:$4,567/mo
Iowa:$4,394/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Linn County, IA:$3,382/mo
Iowa:$3,220/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Linn County, IA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Linn County and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Linn County, IAIA stateNational

Nursing homes cost trends in Linn County, IA

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Linn County have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Linn County, IA$5,207/mo$4,786/mo+8.8%
Iowa$5,388/mo$5,406/mo-0.3%
National$5,616/mo$5,314/mo+5.7%
Linn County, IA
2024 average cost:$5,207/mo
2023 average cost:$4,786/mo
Percent change:+8.8%
Iowa
2024 average cost:$5,388/mo
2023 average cost:$5,406/mo
Percent change:-0.3%
National
2024 average cost:$5,616/mo
2023 average cost:$5,314/mo
Percent change:+5.7%
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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 Linn County

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Linn County

Terrace Glen Village in Marion, IA

5.0
Moved in day one! No regrets. I'm not interested in facade and opulence. All I need is kindness and respect. Showered with both here.

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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CountryHouse - Cedar Rapids

5.0
CountryHouse is a very caring and loving facility. The staff are top notch. They all truly care about their residents no matter the level of care. The staff is extremely friendly to the residents and their families. It is a family environment with Christian values. After my husband passed away, ...
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Linn County nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Linn County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Linn 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 Linn 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 Linn County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Linn County, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
48.3%
2.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
17.2%
10.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
86.2%
23.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
89.7%
24.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
51.7%
10.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
17.2%
1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
86.2%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
55.2%
7.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
44.8%
19.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Linn 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 Linn County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Linn County, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
51.7%
4.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
37.9%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
37.9%
6.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20.7%
1.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Linn 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 Linn County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Linn County, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.6%
0.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31%
1.6%
No sugar
No sugar
24.1%
1.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20.7%
4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.4%
0.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Linn 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 Linn County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Linn County, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
24.1%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.5%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
34.5%
0.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.1%
0.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Linn 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 Linn County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Linn County, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
48.3%
0.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24.1%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.5%
0.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.8%
7.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.3%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.7%
7.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.4%
0.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.9%
0.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.4%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
44.8%
0.5%
Dances
Dances
27.6%
0.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.6%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.8%
0.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Grand Living at Indian Creek, Cottage Grove Place, a CCRC and Corridor Crossing Place are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Linn County, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 36 nursing homes facilities near Linn County, Iowa. See the full list.
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