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Assisted living costs in Panther average about $7,726 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 12 communities in Panther. Our detailed directory has 171 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 Edencrest at Adel
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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.
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The staff are super friendly, helpful and quick to return phone calls. The kitchen staff is great at taking criticism about the food. Dad loves being served in the dining room with white table clothes and...
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.
Welcome to Independence Village of Waukee! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include independent living, assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing....
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The staff and tenants at Spring Valley are so welcoming and friendly. There is always something going on. We enjoyed our experience greatly. There is Happy Hour every Friday with live entertainment! The...
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.
Spring Valley Campus Assisted LivingAssisted living at is finest! Enjoy beautiful living quarters, excellent dining options, a variety of activities, outdoor patio, and more. Truly relax and live worry free at Spring Valley assisted living campus - conveniently connected to Dallas County Hospital...
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The staff is skilled and really care for their residents. They have loving hearts. The whole facilities management is right there beside there workers and are always available for family with any questions...
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.
The Lakeside Village is an absolutely beautiful 64- apartment, senior living community located in Panora, Iowa right on the east side of Lake Panorama. The community is a wonderful choice for seniors who want to retain their much-needed independence, while not having to worry about the hassles of...
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I have found at Kettlestone enjoyable. The staff here are very friendly and very knowledgeable and that does not even begin to describe them. The same things can be said of the administration. The good food...
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.
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Adel Assisted Living was very easy to work with and everyone was very friendly and helpful. It is nice and quiet but they do have activities. The fact they have 24 hour medical personnel available is a...
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.
Located in a quiet neighborhood in the City of Adel, these apartments feature spacious living accommodations in a relaxing atmosphere. The 24-unit project at Adel Assisted Living also offers community areas for socializing and delicious meals. Wesley Services provides 24 hour on-site staff to...
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Finding a home for a senior loved one is never an easy choice. It certainly wasn’t for us! When a fall and surgery dictated a move out of assisted living and into a long-term facility, we had some agonizing...
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.
Innovative, Personalized, and Christ-Centered - Perry Lutheran HomePerry Lutheran Home in Perry, Iowa is Your Christian, Caring Community offering a Continuum of Care for your loved one to meet their changing needs. Perry Lutheran Home offers education and expertise, home care, assisted living,...
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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.
Spurgeon Manor offers many levels of care: townhouses, independent apartment living, residential care, skilled and intermediate nursing care, including an Alzheimer’s unit. Residents currently living in our townhouses and independent apartments are privileged to preferential access to...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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, 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.
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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.
Photo of Waukee Memory Care
Provides: Memory Care
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.

Cost of assisted living in Panther, IA

The average cost of senior living in Panther is $7,726 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Menlo, IA with an average of $3,149 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Panther, IA vs. nearby cities

Panther, IA
$7,726/mo
$6,077/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Panther, IA vs. the state and national average

Panther, IA
$7,726/mo
$4,866/mo
U.S. national average
$4,687/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Panther vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$7,726/mo
$7,726/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Panther, IA by room type

Semi-Private
$7,227/mo
Studio
$6,772/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,807/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,978/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Panther over time

Panther, IAIA stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Panther, 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 Panther.

What families are saying about assisted living in Panther

Recent reviews for assisted living in Panther

Meadowview of Johnston

4.4
The staff has been helpful for me when I have requested some changes to areas that I use. Housekeeping was just here to vacuum my apartment. We have been able to meet many of the residence here and they have been cordial to me and my wife. I'm not surprised that some are not happy with some ...
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Edencrest at Beaverdale in Des Moines, IA

5.0
Fun, vibrant, safe and clean. The staff treat your parent/family member with respect and kindness. Not a cold sterile old folks home. A place they can still be adults and not just another number.

Perry Lutheran Homes Spring Valley Campus

4.8
I have always been happy with the environment and helpful and friendly staff. The tenants seem happy to live there and enjoy all the activities they get to do. They enjoy going on outings too. Also live entertainment coming in most every week.

Panther review score based on 37 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 37 reviews of 12 Panther assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Panther 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

Panther review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Panther, IA12 facilities
8.0
Minburn, IA108 facilities
8.9
Dallas Center, IA10 facilities

Review subcategories for Panther 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 37 reviews of 12 Panther assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Panther 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.
Panther, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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Panther assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Panther assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Panther, 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 Panther 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 Panther that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Panther, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
41.7%
52.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25%
33.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
75%
98.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
58.3%
57%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
50%
30.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.7%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
41.7%
48.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
41.7%
53.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Panther 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 Panther Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Panther, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
58.3%
51.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
41.7%
32.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
33.3%
41.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
8.3%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Panther 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 Panther partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Panther, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
41%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
37.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
36%
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Availability of select dining options in Panther 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 Panther communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Panther, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.7%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.3%
18.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Panther 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 Panther offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Panther, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
46.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
31.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
30.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
49.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
49.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
52.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.7%
41.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
47.1%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
30.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
24.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Panther

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 Panther protect seniors.

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