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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Helena, IA
Assisted living costs in Helena average about $4,642 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 102 communities in Helena. Our detailed directory has 555 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
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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.
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Mom unfortunately passed away last month at the Gardens. They took very good care of her. Everyone was friendly, caring and Mom felt each one was her friend. I would definitely recommend this facility to...
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.
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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...
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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.
CountryHouse in Cedar Rapids was designed and is staffed specifically to benefit individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia. From our many years of experience working with those needing memory care and their families, we know that consistency, security, comfort and a...
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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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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...
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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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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.
Thomas Grove Assisted Living and Memory Care offers a peaceful atmosphere for residents. Thomas Grove Assisted Living and Memory Care features a walking path that winds around the buildings and leads to Thomas Park, where wildlife such as deer and turkeys can often be seen.
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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.
At Bickford, we believe the golden years should be golden. Your loved one will be immersed in a world of homemade culinary delights, continuous caregiver companionship, and a myriad of enjoyable social engagements. Our commitment to their best life is unwavering, powered by our renowned...
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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.
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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.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
At Almost Like Home, we believe a smaller home-like setting is often the best solution for someone with increasing memory loss. This environment helps to minimize confusion and give the resident a sense of security.We excel in providing consistent on-site 24 hour care by a staff that receives...
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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.
If you're seeking a dynamic senior living community, look no further than Bickford. It's where delicious food made from scratch, ever-present friendly caregivers, and a bustling social calendar come together. But that's not all; our HigherPath senior health model, known nationally for its...
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
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
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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.
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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 husband lived at Highland Ridge for a few months and I think he got along okay. He did get in the cabinet one day and drank about a half bottle of hand sanitizer. They did call me and say they were...
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: 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.
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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.
Rock Ridge Residential Care is set in the heart of Iowa between Cedar Rapids and Vinton IA on a quiet country side where your senior loved ones can enjoy the fresh air and peace that comes with being out on a secluded residence. Finding the right residential/assisted living facility can be a...
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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.
Cost of assisted living in Helena, IA
The average cost of senior living in Helena is $4,642 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dysart, IA with an average of $3,834 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Helena, IA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Helena, IA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Helena vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Helena, IA by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Helena, IA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Helena
Recent reviews for assisted living in Helena
Brown Deer Place in Coralville, IA
4.0
I would recommend if the person had severe dementia, they are very friendly the only complaint she has is that the food is not very good.
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.
The Views of Cedar Rapids
5.0
They know the residents by name, they all seem to take part in the care and socialization of the residents. Very friendly and personable
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and attentive staff. Several reviews for Windsor Manor Vinton, Homestead of Oskaloosa, Windsor Manor Vinton, and Emery Place Assisted Living and Memory Care praise the kindness and care of the staff. They are described as warm, friendly, and always responsive to residents' needs and concerns.
Individualized care and attention. Reviews for Windsor Manor Vinton, Independence Village of Pella, and Independence Village of Pella mention the staff's ability to cater to residents' unique needs. This includes helping with daily tasks and accommodating specific dietary requirements.
Quality dining experiences. Numerous reviews, such as those for Windsor Manor Vinton, Homestead of Oskaloosa, Parker Place, and The Views of Cedar Rapids, highlight the delicious meals and thoughtful dining experiences offered in the communities.
Engaging activities and events. Residents at Windsor Manor Vinton, Stirlingshire of Coralville, Stirlingshire of Coralville, and Cottage Grove Place, a CCRC enjoy the various activities and social events organized by the communities.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews for Windsor Manor Vinton, Thomas Grove Assisted Living and Memory Care, The Rose of Waterloo, and Parker Place mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities, including both interior spaces and outdoor areas.
Supportive and communicative staff. Numerous reviews, including those for Independence Village of Pella, Keystone Place at Forevergreen, Stirlingshire of Coralville, and Stirlingshire of Coralville, highlight the staff's dedication to keeping families informed and involved in their loved ones' care.
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Helena review score based on 125 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 125 reviews of 87 Helena assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Helena review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
Helena review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Helena assisted living
When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 125 reviews of 87 Helena assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Helena resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Helena, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
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Friendliness
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Care services
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Staff
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Helena assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Helena assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Helena, 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 Helena 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 Helena 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
39.1%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
14.9%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.9%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
46%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.8%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.9%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
43.7%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
37.9%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Helena 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 Helena Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
43.7%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
29.9%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
41.4%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Helena 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 Helena partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20.7%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25.3%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
23%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.6%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Helena 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 Helena communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
19.5%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.2%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
28.7%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.5%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Helena 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 Helena offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
32.2%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19.5%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.3%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.5%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.8%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.5%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.5%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.9%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34.5%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
34.5%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
20.7%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.4%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Helena
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Iowa assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Helena protect seniors.
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Independence Village of Pella, Stirlingshire of Coralville and Cottage Grove Place, a CCRC are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Helena, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 102 assisted living facilities near Helena, Iowa. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Helena, Iowa is Independence Village of Pella. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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