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The cost of independent living in Hale is about $2,802 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 194 options. Read 980 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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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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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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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
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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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The facility was good, the food was very good and they offered a good variety. The rooms were average size and were enough for him. It's a small facility and he received more attention. I would...
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.
Asbury house is independent living, for seniors 50 years plus. We have fourteen apartments, which very in square footage. We have one-bedroom apartments, single efficiency, double efficiency and several suites. All the apartments are located on the first floor, all apartments have a full bath,...
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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, Home 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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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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.
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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.
Our Story….In 1887, Cedar Rapids widow, Catherine Hinkley, knocked on the door of her neighbor, Elsie Stewart, and asked if she could live with them. She was not looking for a handout, she offered to pay them $1 per week for her room and board. Soon others came to the Stewarts’ door with...
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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: 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.
Community for the active senior 62 plus, that is looking for new friendships, no more loneliness, and no maintenance.Building starts in summer of 2018 and takes 10-12 months.A lot of amenities , like putting green, horseshoes, pub, sewing room, outdoor kitchen and more.Purchase a share in the...
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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.
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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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: 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.
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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.
Evergreen Estates is and has been locally owned and managed by experienced caring staff since 1993. Decisions about our organization are made locally by our owner and in the best interest of those whose care we have been entrusted. Our team is a group of professionals who believe we have more...
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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-Very satisfied -Like the 24hr nurse and activities are tops -It's like one big extended family - many friends -Very top staff -They allow my husband to do indoor and outdoor gardening! -Play much...
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
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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.
Evergreen Estates is and has been locally owned and managed by experienced caring staff since 1993. Decisions about our organization are made locally by our owner and in the best interest of those whose care we have been entrusted. Our team is a group of professionals who believe we have more...
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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.
Very well maintained property located across from Super Target,WalMart, and Lindale Mall.Our one bedroom apartments are 640 sq ft and come with all appliances including dishwasher.All apartments have central air, and your own furnace and water heater.Your building has a community room with...
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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Designed for persons: 62+ Located in the heart of downtown Iowa City adjacent to the Johnson County Senior Center, these beautifully designed apartment homes are close to all your needs. For your convenience, Ecumenical Towers offers indoor mail service, laundry facilities, elevator, social...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Hale, IA

The average cost of senior living in Hale is $2,802 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cascade, IA with an average of $2,203 per month.

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

Hale, IA
$2,802/mo
$2,802/mo
$2,878/mo

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

Hale, IA
$2,802/mo
$3,227/mo
U.S. national average
$4,127/mo

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

$4,368/mo
Independent Living
$2,802/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,915/mo
Studio
$4,940/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,598/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,154/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Hale over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Hale

Recent reviews for independent living in Hale

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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming community atmosphere. Many reviews highlight the warm and inviting nature of the communities, with residents feeling at home and making new friends. At Legacy Pointe, residents appreciate the welcoming attitude of neighbors and staff, who go above and beyond to make newcomers feel comfortable. At Boyson Heights Se ...
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Delicious and varied meal options. Quality food is a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction. For example, at Oak Park Place - Dubuque, residents enjoy the variety of meal choices and appreciate that special requests are accommodated. At Legacy Pointe, the food is described as delicious, and staff members ensure that ...
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Engaging and diverse activity offerings. Engaging and diverse activities cater to various interests and keep residents active and social. At Walden Place Senior Living, residents participate in activities like beanbag baseball and Bible study, while at Oak Park Place - Dubuque, residents attend ice cream socials and play pub games. ...
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Helpful and caring staff. Residents express their gratitude for the helpful and caring staff at their communities. For example, at Boyson Heights Senior Living, staff members are described as kind and responsive, while at Holiday Palmer Hills, residents appreciate the professionalism and attentiveness of the staff. T ...
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Thoughtfully designed living spaces. Residents value the thoughtful design of their living spaces, noting the cleanliness and comfort of their apartments. At Cottage Grove Place, a CCRC, residents are pleased with the broad range of services offered within one location, from independent living to skilled care. At Oak Park Place ...
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Modernized and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities. For example, at The Fountains, residents praise the cleanliness of the facility and its comfortable surroundings. At Holiday Palmer Hills, residents appreciate the recent renovations and enjoy the modernized common a ...
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Hale independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hale independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hale, 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 Hale 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 Hale partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hale, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.8%
20.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
19.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
15.9%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
17%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.8%
9.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Hale 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 Hale communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hale, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.2%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.1%
43.6%
Room service
Room service
19.3%
37.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.1%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hale 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 Hale offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hale, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
27.8%
45%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.2%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.9%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.9%
48%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40.9%
54.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25.6%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.2%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.3%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.1%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
30.7%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
17%
32.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.7%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
27.8%
46.4%
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Holiday Palmer Hills, The Fountains and Grand Living at Bridgewater are the top-rated independent living facilities near Hale, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 194 independent living facilities near Hale, Iowa. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Hale, Iowa is Holiday Palmer Hills. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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