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The cost of independent living in Mitchell is about $3,474 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 91 options. Read 168 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.
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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: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
About ABCM CorporationDumont Wellness Center is owned by ABCM Corporation, Hampton, IA. ABCM is a multi-facility provider offering top-quality, long-term care services unmatched in the state of Iowa. We believe in a Person Directed Care approach to long-term care, encouraging the individuals we...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
About ABCM CorporationConcord Care Center is owned by ABCM Corporation, Hampton, IA. ABCM is a multi-facility provider offering top-quality, long-term care services unmatched in the state of Iowa. We believe in a Person Directed Care approach to long-term care, encouraging the individuals we 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.
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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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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.
Whispering Willow Assisted Living and Memory Wing opened its doors in 2008 to provide assistance and care to elders desiring some assistance to help enjoy their lives. Our location at 601 Dawn Avenue in Fredericksburg Iowa is on the edge of town allowing a peaceful and relaxing environment...
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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I would tell others looking that they are having a hard time getting quality qualified personal just like all the other facilities in the area that are in the same business so the turn over rate is high....
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.
Whispering OaksWhispering Oaks assisted living community is located in Ellendale, MN. Ellendale was incorporated in 1901, and came about when the railroad came through. It was named after the railroad president’s wife. You’ll find "country style living" here in a small and quiet town. Churches...
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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.
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.
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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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.
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.
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, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
About ABCM CorporationThe Rehabilitation Center of Belmond is owned by ABCM Corporation, Hampton, IA. ABCM is a multi-facility provider offering top-quality, long-term care services unmatched in the state of Iowa. We believe in a Person Directed Care approach to long-term care, encouraging the...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.

Cost of independent living in Mitchell, IA

The average cost of senior living in Mitchell is $3,474 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Carpenter, IA with an average of $3,210 per month.

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

Mitchell, IA
$3,474/mo
$3,557/mo

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

Mitchell, IA
$3,474/mo
$3,264/mo
U.S. national average
$4,159/mo

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

$3,888/mo
Independent Living
$3,474/mo

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

Studio
$4,230/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,849/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,752/mo

Senior living costs in Mitchell 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: Mitchell, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMitchell, IAIowaU.S.
Independent Living$3,474/mo$3,264/mo$4,159/mo
Assisted Living$3,888/mo$4,475/mo$4,711/mo
Memory Care$3,888/mo$4,480/mo$4,945/mo
Independent Living
Mitchell, IA:$3,474/mo
Iowa:$3,264/mo
U.S.:$4,159/mo
Assisted Living
Mitchell, IA:$3,888/mo
Iowa:$4,475/mo
U.S.:$4,711/mo
Memory Care
Mitchell, IA:$3,888/mo
Iowa:$4,480/mo
U.S.:$4,945/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Mitchell

Recent reviews for independent living in Mitchell

Harmony Place

5.0
We choose Harmony Place due to the very friendly staff and the cleanliness of the facility. Due to our experience here so far, we would definitely recommend this facility to other families who are looking.

Whispering Willow in Fredericksburg, IA

4.5
My mom recently moved into this community. So far the experience has been going great. The staff know how to keep the facility clean. My mom has plenty of options to choose for her meals and it seems to think it tastes good.

Park Lane Estates in Preston, MN

5.0
I couldn't be any more pleased with this community, and all they have done for us. Everything is working out very well, and my mother is doing great since her move here. This is the best community for her, and her needs. They are taking very good care of her. A place for mom was great with all ...
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Mitchell independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mitchell independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mitchell, 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 Mitchell 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 Mitchell partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mitchell, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
6.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
8.2%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
9.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
8.2%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.1%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Mitchell 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 Mitchell communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mitchell, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
4.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
8.2%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
13.7%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.8%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mitchell 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 Mitchell offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mitchell, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
17.8%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
5.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
9.6%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
27.4%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20.5%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
27.4%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
15.1%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
6.8%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
9.6%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
13.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
20.5%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
5.5%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6.8%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
12.3%
46.4%
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