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10 Best Nursing Homes in Oakland, IA
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Oakland 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 Oakland, 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 Oakland or another care type is right for you. Browse 154 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Oakland.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Mineola, Taylor and York Center.
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The community is a very nice place, and the staff seems to really care. I would recommend this community to others.
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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.
Fox Run Assisted Living Community is located on the 16th hole of Fox Run Golf Course in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Fox Run is where you can enjoy a life of beauty and independence.With 66 spacious apartments, Fox Run offers five convenient floor plans that range from 436 to 983 square feet at one low...
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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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My Mom was diagnosed with Alzheimer's over 7 years ago. My Dad is 93, she is 90; they have been married for 69 years. Thanks to my amazing siblings, we were able to keep Mom at home until recently. While it...
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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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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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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.
Nothing is more important than maintaining a high quality of life when transitioning between the comforts of home and the care of our community. Let our caregivers welcome you to a home-like environment while offering the quality of care only our dedicated and educated staff can provide. We know...
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My aunt was here and I think it was good. It was a higher level of care because she was undergoing rehab. The care was good. She had expectations that every place would be like that but unfortunately that's...
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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.
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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.
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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We recently placed my husband at DCHC for Skilled Nursing Rehabilitative Care and found the medical care to be excellent. At times care may be delayed due to the patient's activity levels, such as being...
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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.
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.
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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...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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
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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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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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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.
“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, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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: Home Care, Nursing Homes
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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: 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, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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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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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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...
Cost of nursing homes in Oakland, IA
The average cost of senior living in Oakland is $4,260 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Griswold, IA with an average of $3,229 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Oakland, IA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Oakland, IA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Oakland
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Oakland
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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Bailey Pointe at Miracle Hills in Omaha, NE
5.0
We've utilized The Waterford for respite stays, and we loved it. We would have put my loved one there long-term except they don't have memory care. Even though the building is old, the people were so nice. The care was great. And the food was good.
Marquis Place in Elkhorn, NE
4.3
The marketing director was very instrumental in the choice to place our long time friend at Marquis Place! She has continued to be a bright spot for us when we visit! Her friendliness and sense of humor is very welcome!
I have made friends with several residents in my time at weekly visits to ...
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Oakland nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Oakland nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Oakland, 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 Oakland 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 Oakland that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Oakland, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
44.3%
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Doctor on call
Doctor on call
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10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
82.1%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
84%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
47.2%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.7%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
81.1%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40.6%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
49.1%
18.6%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Oakland 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 Oakland Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Oakland, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
43.4%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25.5%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
38.7%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Oakland 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 Oakland partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Oakland, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.3%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
11.3%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.6%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Oakland 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 Oakland communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Oakland, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25.5%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.9%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
28.3%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Oakland 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 Oakland offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Oakland, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
36.8%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.4%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.9%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.2%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39.6%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49.1%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.6%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.4%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
40.6%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
24.5%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.9%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.7%
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