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The cost of independent living in New Albion is about $3,484 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 28 options. Read 86 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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I would say receive the appropriate care, they answer all my questions and contact me as needed for follow-up care or something I need to be made aware of. Huge respect for nurse [name removed] who really...
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.
Parker Place is a vibrant community that feels like home. We are the perfect place for active individuals who simply want a comfortable, secure and enjoyable place to live. For those residents who require more personalized care, our staff can assist you so that you can still be part of an active...
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The facility itself is beautiful and has a comfortable homey feel. The staff has always been great at answering questions, or adapting to whatever changing needs my parents need/needed. I appreciate 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.
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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2020 Floor plans available
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All were 5 with the exception of activities which seemed a bit lame. Clean residential area. Nice room .responsible staff and allowing the residents to live independently. Food 3x daily. Residents will...
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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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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We chose Bickford of Cedar Falls because it was close by our home and we had taken dad here for respite care in the prior years when we were gone so he was comfortable with it. It is a very nice facility and...
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.
At Bickford, there's always something exciting happening in our senior living community. Picture your loved one relishing freshly-cooked meals, always assured of a friendly caregiver's presence, and a schedule overflowing with lively activities. We pride ourselves on our dedicated team, committed...
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I'm so glad that the family chose this community for my in-laws. Its been wonderful so far. The staff is caring and attentive. They wanted to stay close to friends and family. They still are driving but if...
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.
Arlington Place of Grundy Center is professionally managed by Senior Housing Companies. We are committed to providing Red Carpet Treatment for everyone who lives, works and visits Arlington Place. Red Carpet Treatment is more than simple hospitality, it's our way of life. Our 'Resident First'...
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.
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
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
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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
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
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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
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.
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...
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, 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.
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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
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, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
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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.

Cost of independent living in New Albion, IA

The average cost of senior living in New Albion is $3,484 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cedar Falls, IA with an average of $2,968 per month.

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

New Albion, IA
$3,484/mo

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

New Albion, IA
$3,484/mo
$3,544/mo
U.S. national average
$4,129/mo

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

$4,136/mo
Independent Living
$3,484/mo

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

Studio
$5,383/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,975/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,123/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,830/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in New Albion over time

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What families are saying about independent living in New Albion

Recent reviews for independent living in New Albion

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.

Parker Place in Parkersburg, IA

5.0
That they were very helpful getting him settled in when admitted. In contact with me on his likes on what to do n to keep busy, etc. I'd give a positive experience and recommend taking a look at. We picked this community, because they had a shared room price, friendly staff on tour, clean. ...
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Rosewood Estate in Waterloo, IA

5.0
They offers numerous levels of care. We love it. Nothing but good things to say about them. They live apartment style with a variety of all different levels of care. My loved one is able to keep her hobbies and bring them along with her.

New Albion independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in New Albion independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in New Albion, 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 New Albion 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 New Albion partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
New Albion, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
20.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30%
34.6%
No sugar
No sugar
30%
31.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in New Albion 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 New Albion communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
New Albion, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30%
36.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
30%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30%
17.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in New Albion 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 New Albion offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
New Albion, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
35%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
48.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
35%
47%
Dances
Dances
25%
32.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35%
46.6%
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There are 28 independent living facilities near New Albion, Iowa. See the full list.

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