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The cost of independent living in Garrison is about $3,279 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 157 options. Read 717 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 Grand Living at Indian Creek
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Memory care could use some licensed clinicians present during daytime hours. There seems to be a gap with addressing clinical issues in real-time. And we cannot expect med-techs to have the training or...
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.
Embrace the next chapter of your life while unlocking a world of possibilities. Welcome to Grand Living at Indian Creek — where the search for a remarkable senior living community ends and the dream continues.Grand Living offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. You...
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9.5
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I miss the people. Cleanliness was great They were always friendly The food was excellent, especially the house salad. For me it was very expensive it took all my retirement money and I was one of the...
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.
Cottage Grove Place is a continuing care retirement community dedicated to providing the highest quality care to our residents. Our community offers independent living, assisted living, assisted living memory care, long-term care, and short-term rehabilitation. The comfort and care of our...
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Had some issues with people not returning calls. The value for cost is inline with most other assisted living places in the area. Yes, we would recommend The Summit of Coralville to other families based on...
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.
Embrace the next chapter of your life while unlocking a world of possibilities. Welcome to The Summit of Coralville — where the search for a remarkable senior living community ends and the dream continues.The Summit of Coralville offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care...
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Our loved one has now passed, but they were Wonderful!! They have very caring staff. Never smelled bad. They took really good care of my mom and we would absolutely recommend them to other families.
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.
The Views Senior Living is proud to be locally owned! For over 15 years, The Views has built a reputation of trusted quality care as the premier assisted living provider in Cedar Rapids and innovative leaders in a one-of-a-kind healing design memory care program.Their current locations, RidgeView...
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Today is the one month anniversary of joining Walden Place Senior Living. I chose Walden Place because they welcomed my cat, Helen of Toy, and I knew a resident who was happy here, and my tour of the...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Walden Place Senior Living provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Situated on a hill overlooking the famous Mormon Trek Road, Walden Place Senior Living offers you a scenic and vibrant community to explore and share. We are minutes away from downtown, outlet...
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Cannot rate the meals and dining and value for cost due to lack of knowledge. However the staff is very friendly and helpful with assisting my mother.
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.
Our goal is to create an environment that makes you feel at home! We invite you to continue to share experiences and make new memories, while being part of a community that truly cares. Enjoy your private apartment and let us take care of housekeeping, cooking & laundry. Your friends are...
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They were great and the faculties were amazing. I wanted to move in! Unfortunately, my father in law was only there 3 nights, was back to hospital and had to go to a care center because of the side effects...
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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The staff is very nice and communicative. The activities are limited, but with the population they have, I understand why. The food is bad, but I think that is par of the course of any assisted living place.
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.
Legacy Senior Living is a retirement community that is located on the east side of Iowa City. They have two distinct communities located on their beautiful campus. This includes Independent Living & Assisted Living. All Legacy staff members take part in Hearthstone training that is renewed...
Photo of Mallard Point Senior Living
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The staff is wonderful they always have a smile on their face and they're very helpful if you need anything. There's always something to do or some activity going on. The housekeeping does a very good job...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Mallard Point Senior Living provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Conveniently situated near Waterloo and Cedar Falls, Mallard Point offers something for everyone. And we're just minutes from shopping, golf and the Isle of Capri Casino. You'll love coming home to...
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I think the whole place has a great look and good vibe. Yes, I would recommend Boyson Heights Senior Living to other families based on the experience we have had so far.
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.
Boyson Heights is a community that encompasses everything necessary to live a maintenance-free, active and engaged lifestyle. Regardless of the lifestyle option you choose you will find the warm experience and opportunities you’ve been looking for, along with 14 different spacious and affordable...
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Photo of Bridges
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8.9
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I had been looking for a place for my parents for a few years. We needed an affordable, welcoming, clean, spacious place they could call home. When I walked in the very first time for a tour I felt so...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Bridges is an independent living community based in the calm neighborhoods of Waterloo in Black Hawk County, IA. The lovely terrain and fresh atmosphere in which our community is located gives our residents a beautiful place to lead an independent life. Discover convenience and accessibility...
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Keystone is perfect for my mom. My mom enjoys it, The food is good, The people are great, And there are activities she enjoys.
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.
Imagine a senior living community that embraces all of the comforts of home, delivers exceptional care and encourages independence for you or your loved ones. The Keystones of Cedar Rapids is a beautiful senior living community nestled in Northeast Cedar Rapids offering Independent, Assisted...
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Very responsive to questions and needs. Accommodate needs specific to each person. Liked that you don't have to move if you need more assistance at some point. Everything you need is in house ie- physician,...
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.
With several open-concept floor plans to choose from, our apartment homes are comfortable, easy to navigate and designed to maximize living and entertaining. And because they’re all maintenance-free, you or your loved one won’t even have to change a light bulb.Outside, there’s a thriving...
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WM is a well run facility that was an excellent choice for my mom. Mom is happy and has found it easy to meet others and make friends. Many varied activities (mental, physical & social) are offered that mom...
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.
Windsor Manor Vinton is a community offering everything today's seniors need to help them continue to explore and enjoy life in a safe environment where all their needs are met. Our mission is to provide an atmosphere of respect, comfort and grace, where quality of life is of the utmost importance.
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Everyone is very helpful and kind. It didn't hurt that it turned out one of the Directors is a childhood friend of ours. Our parents ran around together.
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.
Prairie Hills Senior Living is an assisted living community in a residential setting in Cedar Rapids Iowa at 2903 F Ave. NW. We offer studio, 1BR, and 2BR apartments. We are part of the Discovery Senior Living management umbrella giving us national resources with a local, family feel.Our...
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This may not be the place for everyone, but it’s the place for me. I’m kind of introverted, so I wouldn’t like a place that is always in your face with activities. There’s things that you are encouraged to...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
An Upcoming Independent Living Community created from a Landmark Hotel that was Built in 1958. The Independent Living Community will have a lot to offer to upcoming Residents. We will have Daily Activities, Home Made Style meals, Housekeeping and lots of social hour events.Lets create a amazing...
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NICE APARTMENT. WONDERFUL MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE. ACTIVITIES ARE OFFERED. NEIGHBORS ARE FRIENDLY AND HELPFUL. BEAUTIFUL VIEWS. I HOPE I CAN STAY HERE A LONG TIME! TRANSPORTATION IS EASY. PETS ARE...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
WELCOME TO REGENCY HEIGHTS SENIOR APARTMENTS!Regency Heights Senior Apartments in Iowa City, Iowa offers a peaceful retreat where the hustle and bustle seems a world away. A quiet place to relax and rediscover the simple joys of living. Leave the hassles behind and come back to life as it was...
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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.
Stirlingshire of Coralville offers Carefree, Assisted Living, and Memory Care in a beautiful well-appointed new apartment homes. You'll get the lifestyle you want with the services and amenities that will make your life easier in an elegant retirement community.Whether you are looking for peace...
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In my opinion BrownDeer Place has been very helpful with my father getting moved in and settled . I would recommend them because they really took a lot of stress away from the family and are very trustworthy
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.
We want to make sure you feel comfortable and at home when you live with us at Brown Deer Place. Our Life Enrichment Program offers fun, engaging and purposeful activities that our residents want to participate in. Just ask us about Live 2B Healthy, Music Speaks or our other special events! ...
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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.
We're living life to the fullest!Center Point Heights makes it possible for locals to stay local. Built in 2023, our community is conveniently located just off the interstate, so families can easily visit. When you walk through the door, you will feel our warm and welcoming small-town culture....
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I would definitely recommend it to anyone. The facility is beautiful and staff was great!
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 understand that a well-rounded community helps people feel a sense of belonging and maintain overall wellness and independence while offering peace of mind as we age. That is the value of choosing Birkwood Village.Imagine as you age, despite changing needs, having the opportunity to continue...
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Clean and caring staff. [name removed]l is the best with all of his enthusiastic personality - keeps staff moving and having fun!
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.
Emery Place Assisted Living and Memory Care is certified by the Iowa Department of Inspections and Appeals. The Robins based community features private assisted living and memory care apartments as well as common areas, including a central dining room with restaurant style dining, exercise room,...
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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Experience You Can Trust, A Community You Can Call HomeAura Independent Living is a modern independent living community opening in Fall 2025 in the heart of Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Designed for older adults who want to maintain an independent lifestyle while enjoying community, convenience, and peace...
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Our family has been most pleased with the Views of Marion! The facility is bright and clean and the entry way inviting. The staff has been superior in every way; they go the extra mile to ensure a resident...
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 Views Senior Living of Marion is a locally owned and Iowa managed community. When we open in 2019 we will be the only full continuum of care in Marion, IA. This includes independent and assisted living apartments, our well-known healing design memory care, skilled rehabilitation, and...
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[name removed] has made my sisters stay warm and caring. I would recommend to others.
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.
If you're seeking a dynamic senior living community, look no further than Bickford. It's where delicious food made from scratch, ever-present friendly caregivers, and a bustling social calendar come together. But that's not all; our HigherPath senior health model, known nationally for its...
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Cost of independent living in Garrison, IA

The average cost of senior living in Garrison is $3,279 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dysart, IA with an average of $2,608 per month.

Independent living costs in Garrison, IA, vs. nearby cities

Garrison, IA
$3,279/mo
$3,267/mo

Independent living costs in Garrison, IA, vs. state and national averages

Garrison, IA
$3,279/mo
$3,264/mo
U.S. national average
$4,157/mo

Independent living costs in Garrison, IA, vs. other senior living options

$4,532/mo
Independent Living
$3,279/mo

Independent living costs in Garrison, IA, by floor plan type

Studio
$5,372/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,576/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,783/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,830/mo

Senior living costs in Garrison 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: Garrison, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGarrison, IAIowaU.S.
Independent Living$3,279/mo$3,264/mo$4,157/mo
Assisted Living$4,497/mo$4,473/mo$4,707/mo
Memory Care$4,532/mo$4,478/mo$4,941/mo
Independent Living
Garrison, IA:$3,279/mo
Iowa:$3,264/mo
U.S.:$4,157/mo
Assisted Living
Garrison, IA:$4,497/mo
Iowa:$4,473/mo
U.S.:$4,707/mo
Memory Care
Garrison, IA:$4,532/mo
Iowa:$4,478/mo
U.S.:$4,941/mo
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Independent living costs in Garrison, IA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Garrison 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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Independent living cost trends in Garrison, IA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Garrison 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
Garrison, IA$3,072/mo$2,522/mo+21.8%
Iowa$2,752/mo$2,667/mo+3.2%
National$3,265/mo$3,169/mo+3.0%
Garrison, IA
2024 average cost:$3,072/mo
2023 average cost:$2,522/mo
Percent change:+21.8%
Iowa
2024 average cost:$2,752/mo
2023 average cost:$2,667/mo
Percent change:+3.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,265/mo
2023 average cost:$3,169/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Garrison

Recent reviews for independent living in Garrison

Boyson Heights Senior Living in Cedar Rapids, IA

5.0
The staff is very easy to work with. They treat our father with respect and seem to really care about him. We can call anytime and get any questions answered. His room is always clean. We had his 90th birthday family party at the facility, which worked out wonderfully. We would definitely ...
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Brown Deer Place in Coralville, IA

4.0
I would recommend if the person had severe dementia, they are very friendly the only complaint she has is that the food is not very good.

Cedar Village Senior Residences in Cedar Rapids, IA

4.0
My love one is doing fine since her move to this community. We have not had any problems, or concerns. We do feel she is safe, and in good hands. They have a kind, friendly staff. They do a good job with the cleanliness around the community. Everything is going well, and this is probably would ...
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Garrison independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Garrison independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Garrison, 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 Garrison 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 Garrison partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Garrison, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
19.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.3%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.8%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Garrison 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 Garrison communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Garrison, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25.5%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
20.6%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.9%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Garrison 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 Garrison offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Garrison, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
25.5%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.1%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
34.8%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29.1%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19.1%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
24.1%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
29.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
29.8%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
18.4%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.3%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.4%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Grand Living at Indian Creek, Cottage Grove Place, a CCRC and The Summit of Coralville are the top-rated independent living facilities near Garrison, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 157 independent living facilities near Garrison, Iowa. See the full list.

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