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Photo of CopperWood Senior Living at Prairie Trail
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Within two months we have moved my Mom into Copperwood's Memory Care and my Dad into Copperwood's Assisted Living. Although this process has been one of the most difficult and stressful in our family, the...
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.
Where Life Feels Familiar—and New Friendships BeginAt CopperWood Senior Living in Ankeny, we believe aging well means staying socially connected and genuinely cared for. In our hospitality-focused community—set in the walkable Prairie Trail neighborhood—residents enjoy purposeful living, vibrant...
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Affordable, clean, community activities. Welcoming senior community with good amenities and opportunities for social activities.
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.
?Attivo Trail is an active living community designed with our residents in mind. We provide spacious and modern apartments for active adults over the age of 55 who want to embrace the greater things in life. Come home to a lifestyle that promotes stress-free, fun, and laidback living so that you...
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My husband and I moved in here about four months ago in July. Everything the recruiter said we found to be true. The people who work here are fantastic, warm and friendly. They know all of us by name and...
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.
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I truly enjoy living at this community. The staff and residents are friendly and kind, creating a welcoming and supportive atmosphere. Housekeeping is provided once a week, and we enjoy three delicious meals...
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.
Illahee Hills is a senior living community here in Urbandale that is kind of a hidden gem.We are located atop a hill in a quiet residential neighborhood. We have been here more than 25 years, and have employees that have been with us since we opened! Within walking distance we have a large...
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They have nice staff and rooms. The meals are good. Overall it's a good experience. I would recommend it to others who are needing to find memory care for their loved one.
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.
At Woodlands Creek Active Retirement Community, we offer 3 different levels of care to meet our residents wants and needs ranging from independent living to memory care. Independent Living Woodlands Creek Independent Living opened in 2005 and expanded in 2008. Our independent living setting...
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Overall a very good experience. Staff and residents are friendly and staff is always willing to help. Staff is fun and caring, some of my favorite people ever!
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.
Welcome to Independence Village of Waukee! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include independent living, assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing....
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Meadowview is AMAZING!! We love everything about it! New, modern, nursing staff is great, a few complaints about the food, but mostly great, shuttle bus service is awesome! We highly recommend!!
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.
Meadowview of Johnston is an inviting senior living community staffed by caring, compassionate individuals. Nestled on five acres near Merle Hay Road, the community has many conveniences nearby, but it feels more secluded than that, backing up to a trail and pasture.Whether residents need...
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Everyone is very nice, helpful… They keep helping with activities for us to do…My neighbors are very nice, everyone is talking in the hallway when you walk by…They have a fitness room with all kinds of...
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.
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After the death of my wife I realized the need for a way to interaction with others. That let me to search for a senior community. One of then was The Arbordale. With its variety of unit sizes and closets...
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.
The Arbordale is located in a beautiful, scenic setting in the heartof Urbandale. Surrounded by trees and abutting Walnut Creek, yetclose to area parks, recreation, shopping, dining, and medicalservices, The Arbordale offers everything you need to live life to the fullest.The Arbordale features a...
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The facility is amazing. It is very clean & the staff is very nice. They treat my mom so good. There has been a lot of staff turnover since my mom moved in one year ago which gets confusing & frustrating l....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Welcome to Independence Village of Ankeny! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include assisted living and memory care. Throughout each service level, we strive to...
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Photo of Independence Village of Des Moines
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Uncle lives here and is clean and friendly. Food could be better but isn't bad. Lots of friendly neighbors. He seems to feel quite safe there. Independent living so no help other than light house keeping and...
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.
Welcome to Independence Village of Des Moines! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include independent living. Throughout each service level, we strive to make every...
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There were just a couple small things that didn't go exactly perfectly (logistics wise and nobody's fault) but nothing concerning. My mom had nothing but good things to say about the staff and about the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Edencrest at Siena Hills Assisted Living and Memory Care is your community of choice in Ankeny! We are committed to providing Red Carpet Treatment for everyone who lives, works, and visits Siena Hills. Red Carpet Treatment is more than simple hospitality; it is our way of life! Our 'Resident...
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Bickford is a good community. The food is made daily right there. It's so good that my Aunt refused to let us take her out to eat! She didn't want to miss lunch. They don't have a lot of activities but it is...
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.
Welcome to our seventh Edencrest location in the Des Moines metropolitan area. We are located just a half mile west of Des Moines Christian School in Urbandale. Our small/medium size community offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite Care to end-of-life care. The entire...
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Always room for improvement but we and [name removed] are happy. The onboarding could be a little better, just a person there to guide you upon arrival and as you first just settle in.
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.
Journey Senior Living of Ankeny is an Assisted Living and Memory Care community serving Ankeny, Iowa and surrounding communities. We provide the ideal solution for seniors who value their independence but may require some assistance with activities of daily living.Opened November 2016. Journey...
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Staff was very accommodating when you brought up issues. They were very supportive through in home hospice care. They had great afternoon music and happy hours. Crafts were hit or miss due to transition in...
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.
Here at MorningStar Senior Living Community,our reputation of excellence and authenticity sets us above the rest. We pride ourselves on our ability to incorporate faith in our everyday responsibilities. We offer 56 Assisted Living Suites and 29 Memory Care suites. We are located in a prime spot...
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Apartments spacious, beautiful and large. Lots of natural light. Facilities are great. There's been decent staff turnover which is less than ideal. Staff overall seems happy to be there. Lots of 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.
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5 for all of them :) We have had no complaints with Thomas Place at Waukee. All of my mom's needs/requests have been satisfactorily addressed. We would recommend this community to other families who may...
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.
Thomas Place at Waukee opened in March of 2011. We are a smoke free, pet free independent living apartment community. We offer many features in our building to help keep you independent such as indoor mailroom, indoor heated parking garage, exercise room, hair salon and more. Our grounds offer...
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Food was not great. Staff was amazing! So helpful and kind! Activities were fun and engaging. Wish bingo was every day. Dining was the only negative, food was unappealing and not a lot of choices. Definitely...
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.
Edencrest at Beaverdale is professionally managed by Jaybird Senior Living. Built by Hubbell Realty Company in 2017 in the heart of Beaverdale, we are committed to providing Red Carpet service for everyone who lives, works, and visits Beaverdale. Enjoy peace of mind and a wide variety of...
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The staff is friendly and knowledgeable about each resident's needs and desires. They are also receptive to family helping residents. My spouse is calmer than when she was in the previous Memory Care unit.
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.
Meadowview of Clive is situated on 6-acres of land with access to many community conveniences and entertainment. Meadowview of Clive provides the best of both worlds and the time, confidence, and security to fully enjoy. We are dedicated to each community member’s well-being with the expertise...
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The staff are fabulous and always greet you with a smile. They are so good to the residents, which has helped my parents transition from the house they lived in for more than 60 years much easier. I owe 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.
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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The building was impeccably clean, the food was excellent, the administrative staff was very easy to work with and accommodating. I can't say enough nice things about their nursing staff. Unfortunately, mom...
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 Tower Place — 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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Staff is kind and helpful. Room size was fine. Meal times were a little weird. They had no recreation person at the time so activities were lacking. Have hired one recently.
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.
At Bickford, we believe the golden years should be golden. Your loved one will be immersed in a world of homemade culinary delights, continuous caregiver companionship, and a myriad of enjoyable social engagements. Our commitment to their best life is unwavering, powered by our renowned...
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None of these facilities are perfect. They are often understaffed, and administratively they make mistakes. They take adequate care of my 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.
Edencrest at Green Meadows is professionally managed by Senior Housing Companies.We are committed to providing Red Carpet Treatment for everyone who lives, works, and visits Green Meadows. Enjoy peace of mind and a wide variety of all-inclusive amenities when you reserve your apartment today. Ask...
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This is a great opportunity for a parent or a loved one to go to. They are very welcome and open with the residents as well as the family. My mother is very happy there and it was the best place for her to...
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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My mother has recently made the move into this community and I have no complaints of how things are going for her. The staff have been helpful with the transition and where very professional throughout the...
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.
Alice Place Apartments is a brand new complex located on the Eastern edge of Waukee. We offer 1 and 2 bedroom units with all appliances. This includes the washer/dryer, stove, refrigerator, dishwasher and microwave in each unit. Each resident is given a storage unit at no charge and has access to...

Cost of independent living in Grimes, IA

The average cost of senior living in Grimes is $3,095 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Van Meter, IA with an average of $2,994 per month.

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

Grimes, IA
$3,095/mo
$3,035/mo
$3,100/mo

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

Grimes, IA
$3,095/mo
$3,264/mo
U.S. national average
$4,157/mo

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

$4,664/mo
Independent Living
$3,095/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,193/mo
Studio
$5,308/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,709/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,916/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,369/mo

Senior living costs in Grimes 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: Grimes, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGrimes, IAIowaU.S.
Independent Living$3,095/mo$3,264/mo$4,157/mo
Assisted Living$4,664/mo$4,475/mo$4,708/mo
Memory Care$4,664/mo$4,480/mo$4,941/mo
Independent Living
Grimes, IA:$3,095/mo
Iowa:$3,264/mo
U.S.:$4,157/mo
Assisted Living
Grimes, IA:$4,664/mo
Iowa:$4,475/mo
U.S.:$4,708/mo
Memory Care
Grimes, IA:$4,664/mo
Iowa:$4,480/mo
U.S.:$4,941/mo
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Independent living costs in Grimes, IA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Grimes 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
Grimes, IA$2,398/mo$2,598/mo-7.7%
Iowa$2,752/mo$2,667/mo+3.2%
National$3,265/mo$3,169/mo+3.0%
Grimes, IA
2024 average cost:$2,398/mo
2023 average cost:$2,598/mo
Percent change:-7.7%
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 Grimes

Recent reviews for independent living in Grimes

Elite Lodge of Ashworth in West Des Moines, IA

3.8
We chose The Lodge of Ashworth Inc. because during the tour we were impressed with how clean it was and they had availability at the perfect time. They also remodeled her apartment before she moved in so she was able to pick things like her paint colors. The best part about the community is that ...
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Perry Lutheran Homes Spring Valley Campus

4.8
I have always been happy with the environment and helpful and friendly staff. The tenants seem happy to live there and enjoy all the activities they get to do. They enjoy going on outings too. Also live entertainment coming in most every week.

Bishop Drumm Retirement Center in Johnston, IA

5.0
My dad is doing really good after picking this community from the list we got from A Place For Mom. He is enjoying the meals they make. He has tried some activities and he knows some people who live here. The staff has been great. I cant tell he is happy and when he calls he tells me good ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Variety of apartment sizes. Several reviews mention the availability of different apartment sizes at various communities, catering to individual needs and preferences. At Attivo Trail Waukee, for example, residents appreciate the ability to choose an apartment that suits their needs, whether it's smaller or larger in siz ...
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Thoughtful and accommodating staff. Residents and their families express gratitude for the caring and accommodating nature of the staff at various communities. At Holiday Illahee Hills, for instance, the head chef goes above and beyond to ensure residents are happy with their meals, and the staff is known for their friendly and ...
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Engaging activities and social opportunities. Many reviews highlight the importance of engaging activities and social opportunities for seniors in senior living communities. At Holiday Illahee Hills, residents enjoy a wide range of activities, including games, movies, and outings, which help them stay active and engaged.
Safe and secure community. Safety and security are key concerns for seniors and their families, and several reviews praise the sense of safety and security in their communities. For instance, at Holiday Illahee Hills, residents and their loved ones feel reassured knowing that the community has security measures in place ...
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Reasonably priced rent. Affordability is an important factor for many seniors and their families when choosing a senior living community. Some reviews mention that the rent at their community is a good value for the services and amenities provided, such as Independence Village of Des Moines.
Beautifully landscaped grounds. The appeal of a well-maintained and beautiful environment is a common thread among reviews for senior living communities. For example, residents of Holiday Illahee Hills enjoy the scenic and landscaped grounds, which contribute to a pleasant living experience.
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Grimes independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Grimes independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Grimes, 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 Grimes 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 Grimes partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Grimes, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
26.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.3%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.7%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Grimes 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 Grimes communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Grimes, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
34%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.5%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
37.7%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.9%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Grimes 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 Grimes offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Grimes, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
49.1%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.6%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.8%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.2%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52.8%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.6%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.4%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
49.1%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
35.8%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50.9%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50.9%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

CopperWood Senior Living at Prairie Trail, Attivo Trail Waukee and Glen Meadows Retirement are the top-rated independent living facilities near Grimes, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 60 independent living facilities near Grimes, Iowa. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Grimes, Iowa is Independence Village of Ames. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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