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Hiawatha 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 37 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Hiawatha, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Hiawatha is about $4,742, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 282 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Hiawatha, IA

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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.
Evergreen Estates is and has been locally owned and managed by experienced caring staff since 1993. Decisions about our organization are made locally by our owner and in the best interest of those whose care we have been entrusted. Our team is a group of professionals who believe we have more...
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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
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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
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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.
Evergreen Estates is and has been locally owned and managed by experienced caring staff since 1993. Decisions about our organization are made locally by our owner and in the best interest of those whose care we have been entrusted. Our team is a group of professionals who believe we have 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.
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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.
Rock Ridge Residential Care is set in the heart of Iowa between Cedar Rapids and Vinton IA on a quiet country side where your senior loved ones can enjoy the fresh air and peace that comes with being out on a secluded residence. Finding the right residential/assisted living facility can be a...
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Cost of nursing homes in Hiawatha, IA

The average cost of senior living in Hiawatha is $4,742 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Prairieburg, IA with an average of $4,255 per month.

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

Hiawatha, IA
$4,742/mo
$4,742/mo
$4,744/mo

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

Hiawatha, IA
$4,742/mo
$4,428/mo
U.S. national average
$4,894/mo

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

$4,732/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,742/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,195/mo
Studio
$5,422/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,348/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,014/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Hiawatha over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Hiawatha

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Hiawatha

Terrace Glen Village in Marion, IA

5.0
Moved in day one! No regrets. I'm not interested in facade and opulence. All I need is kindness and respect. Showered with both here.

Emery Place Assisted Living and Memory Care in Robins, IA

5.0
I would say that the staff is very good with the residents - very mindset on making sure they are taken care of - willing to help. Husband felt more comfortable with Emery Place - felt more like home- not huge facility where he could get lost.

The Keystones of Cedar Rapids

5.0
My mom was a resident here, then moved to a different facility to be able to live with my dad. After dad passed, she moved back here. They were very accommodating and did an excellent job getting her resettled when we moved her back in. This is a great facility. The staff is very nice and always ...
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Hiawatha nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hiawatha nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hiawatha, 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 Hiawatha 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 Hiawatha that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Hiawatha, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
53.1%
2.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
21.9%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
87.5%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
90.6%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
56.3%
9.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.9%
0.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
87.5%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
59.4%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Hiawatha 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 Hiawatha Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Hiawatha, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
56.3%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
43.8%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
43.8%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.8%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Hiawatha 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 Hiawatha partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hiawatha, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31.3%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.5%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
31.3%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.1%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Hiawatha 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 Hiawatha communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hiawatha, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.9%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.8%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.9%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hiawatha 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 Hiawatha offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hiawatha, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
0.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.1%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.5%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
6.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.1%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.1%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.9%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.3%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.6%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.9%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
28.1%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.4%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.9%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Grand Living at Indian Creek, Cottage Grove Place, a CCRC and The Views of Cedar Rapids are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Hiawatha, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 37 nursing homes facilities near Hiawatha, Iowa. See the full list.

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