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Assisted living costs in Updegraff average about $4,014 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 67 communities in Updegraff. Our detailed directory has 305 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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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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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
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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Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
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.
Prairie Ridge of Galena is the area's premier Independent Living and Memory Care community. Located in beautiful and historic Galena, Illinois, our state-of-the-art building began welcoming residents in August 2017. Residents of Prairie Ridge can expect the very best in retirement living; from...
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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.
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.
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Cost of assisted living in Updegraff, IA

The average cost of senior living in Updegraff is $4,014 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Delhi, IA with an average of $3,190 per month.

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

Updegraff, IA
$4,014/mo
$4,186/mo
$3,687/mo

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

Updegraff, IA
$4,014/mo
$4,480/mo
U.S. national average
$4,740/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,014/mo
$4,014/mo

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

Studio
$5,043/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,941/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,927/mo

Senior living costs in Updegraff 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: Updegraff, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeUpdegraff, IAIowaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,014/mo$4,480/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,014/mo$4,485/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living$2,928/mo$3,268/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Updegraff, IA:$4,014/mo
Iowa:$4,480/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Updegraff, IA:$4,014/mo
Iowa:$4,485/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Updegraff, IA:$2,928/mo
Iowa:$3,268/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Assisted living costs in Updegraff, IA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Updegraff 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
Updegraff, IA$5,524/mo$4,463/mo+23.8%
Iowa$5,091/mo$4,947/mo+2.9%
National$5,322/mo$5,061/mo+5.2%
Updegraff, IA
2024 average cost:$5,524/mo
2023 average cost:$4,463/mo
Percent change:+23.8%
Iowa
2024 average cost:$5,091/mo
2023 average cost:$4,947/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
National
2024 average cost:$5,322/mo
2023 average cost:$5,061/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Updegraff, 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 Updegraff.

What families are saying about assisted living in Updegraff

Recent reviews for assisted living in Updegraff

Sienna Crest - Platteville

5.0
It has been an especially good stay here. The women who assist us are very thoughtful, the food is good, things clothes and bedding are kept clean. They do a great job!

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.

Emery Place Assisted Living and Memory Care in Robins, IA

5.0
I would say that the staff is very good with the residents - very mindset on making sure they are taken care of - willing to help. Husband felt more comfortable with Emery Place - felt more like home- not huge facility where he could get lost.

Updegraff review score based on 70 family reviews

7.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 70 reviews of 55 Updegraff assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Updegraff 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

Updegraff review score compared against nearby cities

7.0
Updegraff, IA55 facilities
7.3
Colesburg, IA76 facilities
6.9
Garber, IA59 facilities

Review subcategories for Updegraff 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 70 reviews of 55 Updegraff assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Updegraff 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.
Updegraff, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.2
Care services
3.7
3.8
Staff
4.1
4.0
Meals & dining
3.8
3.7
Activities
3.9
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.7
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Updegraff assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Updegraff assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Updegraff, 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 Updegraff 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 Updegraff that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Updegraff, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
43.6%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
16.4%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.7%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.2%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
45.5%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
12.7%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.4%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
43.6%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
43.6%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Updegraff 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 Updegraff Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Updegraff, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
43.6%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
29.1%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
34.5%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10.9%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Updegraff 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 Updegraff partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Updegraff, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.8%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
18.2%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.2%
36.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.6%
17.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Updegraff 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 Updegraff communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Updegraff, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
9.1%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.3%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
30.9%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.5%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Updegraff 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 Updegraff offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Updegraff, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
32.7%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.5%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.6%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.8%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.8%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.8%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.9%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
18.2%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.5%
24.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.4%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Updegraff

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