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The cost of independent living in Scotch Ridge is about $3,094 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 47 options. Read 180 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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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: 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.
Elsie Mason Manor is a senior housing community that is located in the city of Des Moines Iowa. Our community is located in Polk County, which is an urban county. That is a beautiful city that is ideal for a getaway for the family and friends of the residents in our community. There are many...
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located in the heart of the East Village, Prime Nursing and Rehabilitation is a 44-bed skilled facility with views of the Des Moines skyline, capital and our private courtyard. We offer private and semi-private rooms with each room averaging 200 square feet. We have nursing staff onsite 24/7...
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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.
Ligutti TowerLigutti Tower is located in Des Moines, the capital city of the state of Iowa. The most populous city of the state, it is also the county seat of Polk County. You will find Ligutti Tower in the heart of downtown, close to fantastic dining, theaters, shopping, transportation and more....
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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.
Edencrest is now serving Pleasant Hill! Edencrest is the area’s premiere senior community, and we are excited to begin serving the seniors of Pleasant Hill. This community is located in the Rising Sun neighborhood close to walking trails, golf courses, parks and restaurants. We offer assisted...
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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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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.
Walden Point promotes choice, dignity and independence by providing a quality affordable assisted living housing option for persons age 65 and older. Walden Point offers private full sized apartments paired with the support of 24 hour on-site staff. Some of the amenities available at Walden Point...
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I think things have turned out very well at Corinthian Gardens, my loved one really seems to have settled in well and is enjoying herself! It's a very friendly community, and she's really enjoying being able...
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.
Corinthian GardensCorinthian Gardens is an affordable, safe senior housing community located in friendly Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa. You’ll never run out of things to do here. You can visit the farmers market, spend an afternoon in Des Moines’ lush botanical gardens, or take a walking tour of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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: 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 Scotch Ridge, IA

The average cost of senior living in Scotch Ridge is $3,094 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Milo, IA with an average of $2,482 per month.

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

Scotch Ridge, IA
$3,094/mo
$3,137/mo

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

Scotch Ridge, IA
$3,094/mo
$3,238/mo
U.S. national average
$4,126/mo

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

$4,651/mo
Independent Living
$3,094/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,718/mo
Studio
$5,144/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,453/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,254/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Scotch Ridge

Recent reviews for independent living in Scotch Ridge

Elite Lodge of Ashworth in West Des Moines, IA

3.8
We chose The Lodge of Ashworth Inc. because during the tour we were impressed with how clean it was and they had availability at the perfect time. They also remodeled her apartment before she moved in so she was able to pick things like her paint colors. The best part about the community is that ...
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Bishop Drumm Retirement Center in Johnston, IA

5.0
My dad is doing really good after picking this community from the list we got from A Place For Mom. He is enjoying the meals they make. He has tried some activities and he knows some people who live here. The staff has been great. I cant tell he is happy and when he calls he tells me good ...
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MorningStar at Jordan Creek in West Des Moines, IA

4.1
I think MorningStar at Jordan Creek is a very friendly facility. As far as the food goes, I think they could improve on the eye appeal, the taste, and make sure to serve meals hot.

Scotch Ridge independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Scotch Ridge independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Scotch Ridge, 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 Scotch Ridge 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 Scotch Ridge partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Scotch Ridge, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.9%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
11.1%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
11.1%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.1%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.8%
9.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Scotch Ridge 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 Scotch Ridge communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Scotch Ridge, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.7%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.2%
43.6%
Room service
Room service
25%
37.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.4%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Scotch Ridge 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 Scotch Ridge offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Scotch Ridge, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
25%
45%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
8.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.7%
47.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.9%
54.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19.4%
38%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.7%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.6%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
30.6%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.6%
46.4%
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There are 47 independent living facilities near Scotch Ridge, Iowa. See the full list.

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