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10 Best Nursing Homes in Benson, IA

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Benson is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 11 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Benson, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Benson is about $4,193, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 27 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Benson, IA

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8.8
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5 star
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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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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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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.
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
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
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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.
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Cost of nursing homes in Benson, IA

The average cost of senior living in Benson is $4,193 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waverly, IA with an average of $3,937 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Benson, IA vs. nearby cities

Benson, IA
$4,193/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Benson, IA vs. the state and national average

Benson, IA
$4,193/mo
$4,405/mo
U.S. national average
$4,863/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Benson vs. other types of senior living

$4,193/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,193/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Benson, IA by room type

Studio
$5,967/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,347/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,138/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Benson over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Benson

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Benson

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

4.6
The quality of the building itself and the care really stood out to our family. The friendliness of the staff members is a 5+, we aren't to sure on the meals but everything in regards to the activities has been pretty good so far.

CedarStone Senior Living in Cedar Falls, IA

5.0
The staff are very kind and helpful. They went out of their way to make [name removed].feel at home. The amenities are great. The facility is newer and very modern; kept clean. They have great activities and socials. I would highly recommend this location for anyone looking to move to assisted ...
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Benson nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Benson nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Benson, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Benson nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Benson that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Benson, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
42.9%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
28.6%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
26.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
57.1%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
42.9%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.9%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
42.9%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Benson nursing homes

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Benson Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Benson, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.1%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
42.9%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
57.1%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
42.9%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Benson nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Benson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Benson, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.6%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.9%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Benson nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Benson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Benson, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.9%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
42.9%
0.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Benson nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Benson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Benson, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

CedarStone Senior Living, Parker Place and Arlington Place of Grundy Center are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Benson, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 11 nursing homes facilities near Benson, Iowa. See the full list.

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