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The cost of independent living in James is about $3,721 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 22 options. Read 76 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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James Independent Living Facilities | 76 Reviews

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Photo of Bickford of Sioux City
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We picked this community because, staff, having her own bathroom in her room, amenities and the pleasant welcome we had from the community! Definitely would recommend to others.
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.
Why settle for the ordinary in senior living when Bickford offers so much more? Freshly crafted meals, a dedicated caregiver always within reach, and a world of exciting activities await your loved one. Our commitment? Making sure they’re able to embrace life to the fullest, every single day....
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Prices are in line with other places. It is a nice neighborhood. The staff communicate very well, which is extremely important.
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.
Welcome to The Heritage at Northern Hills, an Independent and Assisted Living community that embraces individuality, encourages independence and provides the care you need to live the life you want. We have been a part of the Siouxland community for over 25 years! Our staff members have over 30...
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88 Floor plans available
8.6
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I would rate all of those a 4 with the exception of the administrative staff who I would give a 5. I liked the openness and light of the facility. It seemed livable.
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.
Charter Senior Living of Northpark Place offers all the amenities of home without many of the hassles & headaches that go along with home ownership. Located just a few blocks away from Unity Point St. Luke's Hospital in Sioux City, Northpark Place is one of the most established communities in...
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1111 Floor plans available
7.8
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16 reviews
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What a wonderful place ! We are blessed to have a love one here . So much compassion is shown each and every day.We love coming to visit our loved one here . Everyone makes us feel at home when we are...
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.
Retirement Community includes Villa Homes, Independent Living Apartments, Assisted Living Apartments, Memory Care Suites and a beautiful Clubhouse. Whispering Creek Active Retirement Community is located next to the Whispering Overlooking miles of breathtaking golf course views, Whispering Creek...
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I would not place my Dad in a place where he didn't feel comfortable. He has been doing great since coming there. Interaction with staff has been wonderful.
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 Assisted-living programs have been recognized by ICAL and NCAL as top award winning premiere facilities in the region. Each and every tenant is treated as family. The program is extremely proud to serve our friends and neighbors. We offers 6 levels of Assisted-living cares, and also...
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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.
Peace of Mind for the Entire Family!As a tenant of Prime Living Apartments, you will quickly feel like one of the family.  You can rest assured that you will be receiving the best care and services in a warm and dignified manner.  Prime Living Apartments is an affordable assisted living...
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Photo of Holy Spirit Retirement Home
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
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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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Great therapy
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Regency Square is a leader in skilled nursing in the Siouxland area. Our professional therapy team is available to provide physical, occupational, and speech therapy. While we have several residents that return to their own home after a short-term stay, Regency Square also offers a comforting,...

Cost of independent living in James, IA

The average cost of senior living in James is $3,721 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Chatsworth, IA with an average of $2,058 per month.

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

James, IA
$3,721/mo
$3,721/mo

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

James, IA
$3,721/mo
$3,264/mo
U.S. national average
$4,158/mo

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

$3,939/mo
Independent Living
$3,721/mo

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

Studio
$3,843/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,158/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,529/mo

Senior living costs in James 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: James, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeJames, IAIowaU.S.
Independent Living$3,721/mo$3,264/mo$4,158/mo
Assisted Living$3,939/mo$4,475/mo$4,709/mo
Memory Care$3,939/mo$4,480/mo$4,942/mo
Independent Living
James, IA:$3,721/mo
Iowa:$3,264/mo
U.S.:$4,158/mo
Assisted Living
James, IA:$3,939/mo
Iowa:$4,475/mo
U.S.:$4,709/mo
Memory Care
James, IA:$3,939/mo
Iowa:$4,480/mo
U.S.:$4,942/mo
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Independent living costs in James, IA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in James 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
James, IA$2,792/mo$2,573/mo+8.5%
Iowa$2,291/mo$2,321/mo-1.3%
National$2,890/mo$2,826/mo+2.2%
James, IA
2024 average cost:$2,792/mo
2023 average cost:$2,573/mo
Percent change:+8.5%
Iowa
2024 average cost:$2,291/mo
2023 average cost:$2,321/mo
Percent change:-1.3%
National
2024 average cost:$2,890/mo
2023 average cost:$2,826/mo
Percent change:+2.2%
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What families are saying about independent living in James

Recent reviews for independent living in James

Lawton Senior Living

5.0
A very loving and caring staff. The food was very tasty and well prepared. My wife was only a resident for eleven days but she was treated very well. I would highly recommend this facility.

Charter Senior Living at North Park Place in Sioux City, IA

5.0
My father has been in this community for about a month and a half now and he is very happy! He likes being independent, that was the biggest issue for him was being able to come and go when he wants. Also, he can put his tv as loud as he wants. The building is an older structure. If he ...
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Whispering Creek in Sioux City, IA

4.4
Whispering Creek had an immediate availability for my loved one to be placed in a safe environment. they made moving in an easy and seamless transition. they even had someone visit our home in person to assist with completing all the paperwork. I would recommend this community to others who are ...
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James independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in James independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in James, 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 James 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 James partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
James, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
13.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
13.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
33.5%
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Availability of select dining options in James 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 James communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
James, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
13.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
26.7%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in James 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 James offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
James, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.7%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.7%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.7%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
26.7%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46.4%
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