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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Richmond, IA
The cost of independent living in Richmond is about $2,697 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 33 options. Read 177 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.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Iowa City, North Liberty and Coralville.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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.
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...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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.
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Cost of independent living in Richmond, IA
The average cost of senior living in Richmond is $2,697 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Washington, IA with an average of $1,468 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Richmond, IA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Richmond, IA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Richmond vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Richmond, IA by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Richmond
Recent reviews for independent living in Richmond
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.
Stirlingshire of Coralville
4.3
The facility is beautiful and very clean and Mom receives excellent care from the friendly staff.
Mom is in a one bedroom and it's the perfect size for her, spacious but not so large that she has trouble getting from room to room. The amenities in the apartment are excellent including a full ...
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Regency Heights in Iowa City, IA
4.0
Mom is doing very well here she has settled in nicely. She has wonderful friendly neighbors. Her apartment is good she has washer dryer inside her apartment which is wonderful. The staff is friendly and nice. The community itself does not offer any sort of activities but the residents make their ...
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Richmond independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Richmond independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Richmond, 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 Richmond 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 Richmond partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Richmond, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10%
19.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.7%
32.8%
No sugar
No sugar
13.3%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
32.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.7%
7.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Richmond 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 Richmond communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Richmond, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.7%
35%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.7%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
23.3%
35.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10%
16.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Richmond 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 Richmond offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Richmond, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
20%
43.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
6.7%
27.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
31.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
30%
53.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
41.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
13.3%
36.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.3%
40.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
26.7%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
23.3%
45.6%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30%
38.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
26.7%
45.4%
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