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Assisted living costs in Elk Run Heights average about $4,259 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 16 communities in Elk Run Heights. Our detailed directory has 35 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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They offers numerous levels of care. We love it. Nothing but good things to say about them. They live apartment style with a variety of all different levels of care. My loved one is able to keep her hobbies...
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.
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My mom is so happy at the Rose. When at home she was closing herself off from people, now she is involved in the activities. I am impressed with the cleanliness of the entire place. The staff is always...
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.
About The Rose of Waterloo The Rose of Waterloo offers one-bedroom and two-bedroom affordable assisted living in spacious private apartments with 24-hour monitoring and assisted living services available on-site and social programming in beautifully appointed community areas, including...
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We chose Bickford of Cedar Falls because it was close by our home and we had taken dad here for respite care in the prior years when we were gone so he was comfortable with it. It is a very nice facility and...
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.
At Bickford, there's always something exciting happening in our senior living community. Picture your loved one relishing freshly-cooked meals, always assured of a friendly caregiver's presence, and a schedule overflowing with lively activities. We pride ourselves on our dedicated team, committed...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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: 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
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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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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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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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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.
At Ridgeway Place residents enjoy all the comforts of home in a beautiful, safe neighborhood setting, conveniently located near shopping centers, churches and medical clinics. With 96 units, Ridgeway Place offers a customized blend of independence that respects the needs of residents and...
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Elk Run Heights, IA

The average cost of senior living in Elk Run Heights is $4,259 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hazleton, IA with an average of $3,579 per month.

Assisted living costs in Elk Run Heights, IA, vs. nearby cities

Elk Run Heights, IA
$4,259/mo
$4,259/mo
$4,259/mo

Assisted living costs in Elk Run Heights, IA, vs. state and national averages

Elk Run Heights, IA
$4,259/mo
$4,473/mo
U.S. national average
$4,708/mo

Assisted living costs in Elk Run Heights, IA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,259/mo
$4,259/mo

Assisted living costs in Elk Run Heights, IA, by floor plan type

Studio
$6,702/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,867/mo

Senior living costs in Elk Run Heights vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Elk Run Heights, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeElk Run Heights, IAIowaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,259/mo$4,473/mo$4,708/mo
Memory Care$4,259/mo$4,478/mo$4,941/mo
Independent Living$3,164/mo$3,264/mo$4,156/mo
Assisted Living
Elk Run Heights, IA:$4,259/mo
Iowa:$4,473/mo
U.S.:$4,708/mo
Memory Care
Elk Run Heights, IA:$4,259/mo
Iowa:$4,478/mo
U.S.:$4,941/mo
Independent Living
Elk Run Heights, IA:$3,164/mo
Iowa:$3,264/mo
U.S.:$4,156/mo
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Assisted living costs in Elk Run Heights, IA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Elk Run Heights 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.

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Assisted living cost trends in Elk Run Heights, IA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Elk Run Heights 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Elk Run Heights, IA$5,970/mo$4,500/mo+32.7%
Iowa$4,570/mo$4,504/mo+1.5%
National$4,537/mo$4,553/mo-0.4%
Elk Run Heights, IA
2024 average cost:$5,970/mo
2023 average cost:$4,500/mo
Percent change:+32.7%
Iowa
2024 average cost:$4,570/mo
2023 average cost:$4,504/mo
Percent change:+1.5%
National
2024 average cost:$4,537/mo
2023 average cost:$4,553/mo
Percent change:-0.4%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Elk Run Heights, IA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Elk Run Heights.

What families are saying about assisted living in Elk Run Heights

Recent reviews for assisted living in Elk Run Heights

Rosewood Estate in Waterloo, IA

4.9
We are very very happy here at Rosewood Estate. It is a unique model, because it allows you to choose how much care you want to use. They encourage you to use that level of care. The difference in the number of falls is radically different that at her prior facility. The staff members are just ...
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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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Windsor Manor Vinton

5.0
Our dad and mom loved Windsor Manor! They enjoyed the caring staff and the many activities that were provided for them, both inside the center as well as field trips outside of the center. All of the staff were loving and caring and worked hard to meet their individual needs. When the time came ...
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Elk Run Heights assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elk Run Heights assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elk Run Heights, 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 Elk Run Heights assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Elk Run Heights that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Elk Run Heights, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
15.4%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
7.7%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.3%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
92.3%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
30.8%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.8%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.3%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
23.1%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
23.1%
52.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Elk Run Heights assisted living

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 Elk Run Heights Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Elk Run Heights, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
23.1%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
7.7%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
30.8%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.7%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Elk Run Heights assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Elk Run Heights partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Elk Run Heights, IANational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
7.7%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
7.7%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15.4%
36.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Elk Run Heights assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Elk Run Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Elk Run Heights, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
7.7%
31.4%
Room service
Room service
7.7%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.7%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elk Run Heights assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Elk Run Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Elk Run Heights, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
7.7%
46.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
23.1%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
7.7%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
23.1%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
7.7%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
7.7%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
7.7%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
7.7%
46.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
7.7%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Elk Run Heights

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Iowa assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Elk Run Heights protect seniors.
Learn about Iowa assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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