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Assisted living costs in James average about $3,939 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 19 communities in James. Our detailed directory has 75 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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Photo of Bickford of Sioux City
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We picked this community because, staff, having her own bathroom in her room, amenities and the pleasant welcome we had from the community! Definitely would recommend to others.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Why settle for the ordinary in senior living when Bickford offers so much more? Freshly crafted meals, a dedicated caregiver always within reach, and a world of exciting activities await your loved one. Our commitment? Making sure they’re able to embrace life to the fullest, every single day....
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Prices are in line with other places. It is a nice neighborhood. The staff communicate very well, which is extremely important.
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.
Welcome to The Heritage at Northern Hills, an Independent and Assisted Living community that embraces individuality, encourages independence and provides the care you need to live the life you want. We have been a part of the Siouxland community for over 25 years! Our staff members have over 30...
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88 Floor plans available
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I would rate all of those a 4 with the exception of the administrative staff who I would give a 5. I liked the openness and light of the facility. It seemed livable.
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.
Charter Senior Living of Northpark Place offers all the amenities of home without many of the hassles & headaches that go along with home ownership. Located just a few blocks away from Unity Point St. Luke's Hospital in Sioux City, Northpark Place is one of the most established communities in...
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What a wonderful place ! We are blessed to have a love one here . So much compassion is shown each and every day.We love coming to visit our loved one here . Everyone makes us feel at home when we are...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Retirement Community includes Villa Homes, Independent Living Apartments, Assisted Living Apartments, Memory Care Suites and a beautiful Clubhouse. Whispering Creek Active Retirement Community is located next to the Whispering Overlooking miles of breathtaking golf course views, Whispering Creek...
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I would not place my Dad in a place where he didn't feel comfortable. He has been doing great since coming there. Interaction with staff has been wonderful.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Our Assisted-living programs have been recognized by ICAL and NCAL as top award winning premiere facilities in the region. Each and every tenant is treated as family. The program is extremely proud to serve our friends and neighbors. We offers 6 levels of Assisted-living cares, and also...
Provides: Memory 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.
At Bickford of Sioux City we offer premiere Memory Care services. The fullest expression of assistance comes with an intimate understanding of our residents. Each person is unique, as are the services they require, and the manner they wish for them to be met. We also know firsthand the confusion...
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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
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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.
Peace of Mind for the Entire Family!As a tenant of Prime Living Apartments, you will quickly feel like one of the family.  You can rest assured that you will be receiving the best care and services in a warm and dignified manner.  Prime Living Apartments is an affordable assisted living...
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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.
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.
Regency Square is a leader in skilled nursing in the Siouxland area. Our professional therapy team is available to provide physical, occupational, and speech therapy. While we have several residents that return to their own home after a short-term stay, Regency Square also offers a comforting,...

Cost of assisted living in James, IA

The average cost of senior living in James is $3,939 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Chatsworth, IA with an average of $2,848 per month.

Assisted living costs in James, IA, vs. nearby cities

James, IA
$3,939/mo
$3,939/mo

Assisted living costs in James, IA, vs. state and national averages

James, IA
$3,939/mo
$4,475/mo
U.S. national average
$4,710/mo

Assisted living costs in James, IA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,939/mo
$3,939/mo

Assisted living costs in James, IA, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,843/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,158/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,529/mo

Senior living costs in James 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: James, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeJames, IAIowaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,939/mo$4,475/mo$4,710/mo
Memory Care$3,939/mo$4,480/mo$4,943/mo
Independent Living$3,721/mo$3,264/mo$4,158/mo
Assisted Living
James, IA:$3,939/mo
Iowa:$4,475/mo
U.S.:$4,710/mo
Memory Care
James, IA:$3,939/mo
Iowa:$4,480/mo
U.S.:$4,943/mo
Independent Living
James, IA:$3,721/mo
Iowa:$3,264/mo
U.S.:$4,158/mo
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Assisted living costs in James, IA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in James 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 James, IA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in James 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
James, IA$4,486/mo$4,209/mo+6.6%
Iowa$4,425/mo$4,460/mo-0.8%
National$4,793/mo$4,588/mo+4.5%
James, IA
2024 average cost:$4,486/mo
2023 average cost:$4,209/mo
Percent change:+6.6%
Iowa
2024 average cost:$4,425/mo
2023 average cost:$4,460/mo
Percent change:-0.8%
National
2024 average cost:$4,793/mo
2023 average cost:$4,588/mo
Percent change:+4.5%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in James, 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 James.

What families are saying about assisted living in James

Recent reviews for assisted living in James

Lawton Senior Living

5.0
A very loving and caring staff. The food was very tasty and well prepared. My wife was only a resident for eleven days but she was treated very well. I would highly recommend this facility.

Whispering Creek in Sioux City, IA

4.4
Whispering Creek had an immediate availability for my loved one to be placed in a safe environment. they made moving in an easy and seamless transition. they even had someone visit our home in person to assist with completing all the paperwork. I would recommend this community to others who are ...
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Floyd Senior Living in Sergeant Bluff, IA

5.0
We needed a place for my dad on short notice and Floyd Place was helpful in expediting that process. Although COVID-19 is an issue for everyone at this point, the staff are all taking proper precautions with all residents and finding ways, within the CDC rulings, to have the family visit. The ...
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James assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in James assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in James, 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 James 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 James that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
James, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
46.2%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
23.1%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.3%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
53.8%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
7.7%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.3%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.2%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
46.2%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in James 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 James Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
James, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
46.2%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
15.4%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
38.5%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.7%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in James 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 James partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
James, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.4%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15.4%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
15.4%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.1%
36.1%
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Availability of select dining options in James 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 James communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
James, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.4%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.5%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
30.8%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in James 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 James offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
James, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
38.5%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.4%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.1%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.5%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.5%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.5%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.8%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.8%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.8%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.5%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
38.5%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
30.8%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.1%
24.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.5%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in James

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 James protect seniors.
Learn about Iowa assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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