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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Sinclair, IA
The cost of independent living in Sinclair is about $3,439 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 96 options. Read 163 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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I would strongly recommend it. We picked this community because it was small and did not have very many people. My dad has social anxiety and Alzheimer's. He needed a place, where he can't get lost, and a...
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.
Arlington Place at Oelwein is located in beautiful Northeast Iowa and offers Independent Living Townhomes, Assisted Living and Memory Care apartments. Positioned on the West side of Oelwein near secluded woodlands and peaceful residential neighborhoods. Arlington Place has been providing...
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Faculty/staff are excellent. Everyone learns residents names and tries to get to know them. They really care. I think they are working on the food. Mallard has been bought by Arrow. A new food program is...
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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Mom is so comfortable in her apartment. She is very relaxed there and has been sleeping well at night. She was hesitant to leave her friends and move two hrs away, but is making new friends all the time. ...
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.
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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WM is a well run facility that was an excellent choice for my mom. Mom is happy and has found it easy to meet others and make friends. Many varied activities (mental, physical & social) are offered that mom...
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.
Windsor Manor Vinton is a community offering everything today's seniors need to help them continue to explore and enjoy life in a safe environment where all their needs are met. Our mission is to provide an atmosphere of respect, comfort and grace, where quality of life is of the utmost importance.
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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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My dad loves living at the bridges. He enjoys the residents, staff, and food. It has been a perfect fit for him. He has taken part in a few of the activities which has been a very positive experience for...
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.
Bridges is an independent living community based in the calm neighborhoods of Waterloo in Black Hawk County, IA. The lovely terrain and fresh atmosphere in which our community is located gives our residents a beautiful place to lead an independent life. Discover convenience and accessibility...
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Staff at Whispering Willow were wonderful with my Dad during his short stay. Both staff and the other residents were kind and encouraging. Dad even found a brother and sister he knew, who he spent time with...
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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Extremely pleased with the care Mom is receiving. [name removed] worked with us for over one year as we mulled over the right time to place Mom in their care. She was patient, kind, and helpful. During a...
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.
At Glenwood Place, we know the difference between truly living life to its fullest and just getting by. In fact, we playfully and lovingly refer to our community as a 'cruise ship on land!' Our proven track record of excellent care and premier lifestyle is the perfect fit for any retiree. From...
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I would definitely recommend it to anyone. The facility is beautiful and staff was great!
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.
We understand that a well-rounded community helps people feel a sense of belonging and maintain overall wellness and independence while offering peace of mind as we age. That is the value of choosing Birkwood Village.Imagine as you age, despite changing needs, having the opportunity to continue...
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My husband and I are very pleased with the care our aunt is receiving at Prairie Hills Assisted Living. My aunt is eating well, taking her medication, has gained back some weight, seems happier and is...
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.
Prairie Hills is conveniently located right off of Highway 20 in Independence. Our Assisted Living and Memory Care apartments offer comfort, privacy and available health care assistance during the many stages of retirement. We pride ourselves on providing a flexible Individualized Service Plan...
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Windsor Manor staff feel like family. They get to know you on a personal level. They go above and beyond the expected, always. I would highly recommend them to others looking to place a loved one. Her time...
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.
Live the life at Windsor Manor Nevada! Experience the best of retirement living with the helpful support you need 24 hours a day. Our seniors love their spacious apartment homes with country views. They also enjoy time with their neighbors and friends in our beautiful community and blooming...
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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
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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.
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'...
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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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9 reviews
My mom is so happy at the Rose. When at home she was closing herself off from people, now she is involved in the activities. I am impressed with the cleanliness of the entire place. The staff is always...
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.
About The Rose of Waterloo The Rose of Waterloo offers one-bedroom and two-bedroom affordable assisted living in spacious private apartments with 24-hour monitoring and assisted living services available on-site and social programming in beautifully appointed community areas, including...
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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.
Senior Living 55 and BetterHotel President Apartments is a senior 55+ community located in downtown Waterloo, Iowa. Hotel President is a nine story historical building built in 1929 and offers affordable studio and one bedroom apartments. Features include a community room with a small library,...
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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...
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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The staff has been communicating well with the family they are very friendly. My mother really enjoys her meals the portions and taste seems good. There are a few activities that she has been engaging in...
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.
Cedar Vale Assisted Living opened it's doors in 2005 to serve those in Nashua, Iowa by providing them with a beautiful place to live set back off the road surrounded by trees in a more peaceful atmosphere.
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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.
Parkview opened in Fairbank in 2004. Fairbank is a small community that has everything that bigger communities offer without the hassel or cost. Fairbank offers a grocery store with deli, bank, post office, gas station, as well as several churches and parks. We are close enough to Oelwein which...
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
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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
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.
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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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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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 Sinclair, IA
The average cost of senior living in Sinclair is $3,439 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cedar Falls, IA with an average of $2,998 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Sinclair
Recent reviews for independent living in Sinclair
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.
Bridges in Waterloo, IA
5.0
Management staff A++ Very considerate & respectful. Dining room staff are patient with us as we ponder the menu. I enjoy the variety on the menu. I appreciate the various religious options.
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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Sinclair independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sinclair independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sinclair, 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 Sinclair 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 Sinclair partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sinclair, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.7%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
13.3%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
16%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.7%
32.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Sinclair 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 Sinclair communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sinclair, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
9.3%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
17.3%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
18.7%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sinclair 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 Sinclair offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sinclair, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
17.3%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10.7%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10.7%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.7%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
24%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
26.7%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
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42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.7%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
17.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
24%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
13.3%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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