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The cost of independent living in Elk Horn is about $3,234 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 9 options. Read 13 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.

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Photo of Allen Place
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8.6
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8.6
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11 reviews
5 star
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4 star
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Choose this facility because it was a little smaller. My folks lived on a farm and then small town so a larger facility would be overwhelming. I think they try really hard but are short staffed like...
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.
Allen Place is a senior living community in Atlantic Iowa near the Nishna Hills Golf Club. Our community has a wonderful view of the lush green rolling hills but we are close enough to town for frequent outings to restaurants, shopping and our local farmers market. We also take regular visits to...
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Photo of Hansen House Harlan
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8.5
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2 reviews
8.5
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2 reviews
5 star
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This facility was built and designed for people with memory loss. No detail was missed. This facility was in western Iowa and was the only facility that catered to this specific issue .Our coordinator with A...
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, 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.
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, 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: 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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Cost of independent living in Elk Horn, IA

The average cost of senior living in Elk Horn is $3,234 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lewis, IA with an average of $2,470 per month.

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

Elk Horn, IA
$3,234/mo
$3,180/mo

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

Elk Horn, IA
$3,234/mo
$3,219/mo
U.S. national average
$4,035/mo

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

$3,660/mo
Independent Living
$3,234/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,825/mo
Studio
$4,733/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,467/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,650/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Elk Horn

Recent reviews for independent living in Elk Horn

Hansen House Harlan

5.0
Very clean and a kind, helpful and friendly staff. New construction, great reviews, and the administration is also.

Allen Place in Atlantic, IA

4.6
The staff at Allen Place have been very friendly and respectful to my parents. Carts were available for the move in process. My parents said that the food is very good. I have heard no complaints from my parents. Allen Place was a good fit for my dad who likes to walk, being able to walk indoors ...
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Elk Horn independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elk Horn independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elk Horn, 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 Elk Horn 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 Elk Horn partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Elk Horn, IANational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.7%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
32.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Elk Horn 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 Elk Horn communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Elk Horn, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.7%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.7%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
16.7%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elk Horn 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 Elk Horn offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Elk Horn, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
45.7%
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Allen Place, Hansen House Harlan and Exira Care Ctr are the top-rated independent living facilities near Elk Horn, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 9 independent living facilities near Elk Horn, Iowa. See the full list.

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