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The cost of independent living in Artesian is about $3,000 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 14 options. Read 12 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Cedar Falls, Waterloo and Waverly.

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Mom is so comfortable in her apartment. She is very relaxed there and has been sleeping well at night. She was hesitant to leave her friends and move two hrs away, but is making new friends all the time. ...
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.
Offering Assisted Living and Memory Care, CedarStone Senior Living, immerses residents in breathtaking beauty, uncompromising quality and complete comfort. It’s a change we think you’ll find refreshingly unexpected.
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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
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: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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
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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, 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.
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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: 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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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.
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Cost of independent living in Artesian, IA

The average cost of senior living in Artesian is $3,000 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cedar Falls, IA with an average of $2,997 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Artesian, IA vs. nearby cities

Artesian, IA
$3,000/mo
$3,126/mo
$3,166/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Artesian, IA vs. the state and national average

Artesian, IA
$3,000/mo
$3,243/mo
U.S. national average
$4,089/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Artesian vs. other types of senior living

$3,836/mo
Independent Living
$3,000/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Artesian, IA by room type

Studio
$5,454/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,663/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,138/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Artesian

Recent reviews for independent living in Artesian

Whispering Willow in Fredericksburg, IA

4.5
My mom recently moved into this community. So far the experience has been going great. The staff know how to keep the facility clean. My mom has plenty of options to choose for her meals and it seems to think it tastes good.

Arlington Place at Oelwein

4.0
My brother and I were looking for an alternative living for our parents. They were doing well on their own but with neither of us living in town we were concerned about what would happen when they could no longer drive. The townhouse at Arlington Place fit the bill. They are independent but it ...
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Rosewood Estate in Waterloo, IA

5.0
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 and bring them along with her.

Artesian independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Artesian independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Artesian, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Artesian independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Artesian partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Artesian, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
34.2%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
30.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10%
9.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Artesian independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Artesian communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Artesian, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
20%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Artesian independent 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 independent living communities in Artesian offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Artesian, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
20%
44.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
28.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
20%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
20%
54.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
42.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
37.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
41.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
20%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
20%
32.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20%
46.3%
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CedarStone Senior Living, Mallard Point Senior Living and Arlington Place at Oelwein are the top-rated independent living facilities near Artesian, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 14 independent living facilities near Artesian, Iowa. See the full list.

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