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Assisted living costs in Traer average about $4,430 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 105 communities in Traer. Our detailed directory has 405 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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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, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
About ABCM CorporationGrandview Health Care Center is owned by ABCM Corporation, Hampton, IA. ABCM is a multi-facility provider offering top-quality, long-term care services unmatched in the state of Iowa. We believe in a Person Directed Care approach to long-term care, encouraging the...
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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 had passed away and my family wanted me to be where I could interact with others. I really believe God led me here as every where we looked was no vacancy, one facility said try Irving Point I am...
Provides: Assisted Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally 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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The personnel at Terrace Glen Village not only provide the residents with food and shelter but it is the manner in which it is given that is significant. Personal make an effort to know each other residents...
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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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.
We credit our success to our dedicated and caring staff.  We serve our Seniors with compassion and love and accomplish this by working as one team with Seniors in mind.  Newton Village offers dining excellence.  The daily home cooked meals are served family style and include...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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, 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.
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.
About ABCM CorporationDumont Wellness Center is owned by ABCM Corporation, Hampton, IA. ABCM is a multi-facility provider offering top-quality, long-term care services unmatched in the state of Iowa. We believe in a Person Directed Care approach to long-term care, encouraging the individuals we...
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It's good they really like it. They do a real good job. They really like how friendly the staff are too. The food is fine. The price was a little higher but his wife can walk to visit him so the location...
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.
We offer Independent Living Apts., Assisted Living Apts., & Memory Care Unit on a beautifully landscaped setting in a planned communityand a quiet neighborhood near shopping, medical clinics, & churches. On the grounds there are walking paths & Outdoor patios. The property has...
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Traer, IA

The average cost of senior living in Traer is $4,430 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dysart, IA with an average of $3,922 per month.

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

Traer, IA
$4,430/mo
$3,922/mo
$5,722/mo

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

Traer, IA
$4,430/mo
$4,476/mo
U.S. national average
$4,712/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,430/mo
$4,469/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,695/mo
Studio
$5,586/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,057/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,152/mo

Senior living costs in Traer 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: Traer, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeTraer, IAIowaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,430/mo$4,476/mo$4,712/mo
Memory Care$4,469/mo$4,480/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living$3,331/mo$3,265/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Traer, IA:$4,430/mo
Iowa:$4,476/mo
U.S.:$4,712/mo
Memory Care
Traer, IA:$4,469/mo
Iowa:$4,480/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Traer, IA:$3,331/mo
Iowa:$3,265/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
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Assisted living costs in Traer, IA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Traer 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
Traer, IA$5,565/mo$4,802/mo+15.9%
Iowa$5,037/mo$4,900/mo+2.8%
National$5,321/mo$5,062/mo+5.1%
Traer, IA
2024 average cost:$5,565/mo
2023 average cost:$4,802/mo
Percent change:+15.9%
Iowa
2024 average cost:$5,037/mo
2023 average cost:$4,900/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
National
2024 average cost:$5,321/mo
2023 average cost:$5,062/mo
Percent change:+5.1%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Traer, 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 Traer.

What families are saying about assisted living in Traer

Recent reviews for assisted living in Traer

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

Parker Place in Parkersburg, IA

5.0
That they were very helpful getting him settled in when admitted. In contact with me on his likes on what to do n to keep busy, etc. I'd give a positive experience and recommend taking a look at. We picked this community, because they had a shared room price, friendly staff on tour, clean. ...
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Traer review score based on 76 family reviews

7.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 76 reviews of 87 Traer assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Traer 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

Traer review score compared against nearby cities

7.6
Traer, IA87 facilities
8.3
Dysart, IA12 facilities
8.3
Clutier, IA8 facilities

Review subcategories for Traer 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 76 reviews of 87 Traer assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Traer 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.
Traer, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
4.0
3.8
Staff
4.1
4.1
Meals & dining
4.2
3.7
Activities
4.2
3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.7
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Traer assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Traer assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Traer, 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 Traer 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 Traer that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Traer, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
34.5%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
14.9%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.4%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.9%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
40.2%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20.7%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.7%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
39.1%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
36.8%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Traer 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 Traer Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Traer, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
39.1%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25.3%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
36.8%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.9%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Traer 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 Traer partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Traer, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19.5%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
20.7%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20.7%
36.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Traer 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 Traer communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Traer, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.6%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.4%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
24.1%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.1%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Traer 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 Traer offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Traer, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
27.6%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.2%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.7%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.2%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
39.1%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29.9%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20.7%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25.3%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.7%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
32.2%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
18.4%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.7%
24.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.7%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Traer

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 Traer protect seniors.
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