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10 Best Nursing Homes in Philby, IA

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Philby 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 17 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Philby, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Philby is about $4,324, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 3 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

As you consider nursing homes near you, you may also want to expand your search to areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Boyden, Cleghorn and Larrabee.

Nursing Homes Facilities near Philby, IA

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My Dad was known for referring to, and introducing himself as, the "Ol'Geezer" and this facility is "Ol'Geezer" recommended! Bavarian Meadows was a huge blessing to my Dad in the last months of his life. The...
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.
Bavarian Meadows where our tenants are “Living their best life!'...We encourage you to engage in the life-enriching programs and activities that are offered at Bavarian. Our activity program is designed to meet your interests and hobbies. You can join in a card or BINGO game, enjoy coffee chats...
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The model of the memory care hou1se is based on knowing each resident as a person first and foremost, and meeting them wherever they are on their memory care journey. My grandfather was a resident at...
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, 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.
Vista Prairie at Fieldcrest is an assisted living community located in the city of Sheldon, Iowa in O'brien County. Sheldon is a serene and beautiful place that provides a great setting for this wonderful assisted living community. The country setting of the town provides the perfect backdrop for...
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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.
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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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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.
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.

Cost of nursing homes in Philby, IA

The average cost of senior living in Philby is $4,324 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sutherland, IA with an average of $3,305 per month.

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

Philby, IA
$4,324/mo
$4,366/mo
$3,633/mo

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

Philby, IA
$4,324/mo
$4,405/mo
U.S. national average
$4,862/mo

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

$4,324/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,324/mo

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

1 Bedroom
$4,558/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,490/mo

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Philby

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Philby

Bavarian Meadows Assisted Living in Remsen, IA

4.8
My dads time at Bavarian Meadows was absolutely phenomenal. It was so much more home-like and had a great atmosphere. If we had known years ago that they would have been affordable for dad, I would have tried to talk him into going here a lot sooner. In spite of everything, they were very good ...
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The Gardens of Cherokee

5.0
As per my brother who is living at The Gardens of Cherokee, he is extremely happy there. As per my experience with The Gardens facility and personal I would rate them a 5 also. I would definitely recommend them to other families who are looking for a place for their loved ones.

Philby nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Philby nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Philby, 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 Philby 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 Philby that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Philby, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
25%
2.4%
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
16.7%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
8.3%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
22.8%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
16.7%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Philby 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 Philby Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Philby, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
25%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
16.7%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
8.3%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
8.3%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Philby 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 Philby partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Philby, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
8.3%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
8.3%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
8.3%
1.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Philby 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 Philby communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Philby, IANational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.7%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
16.7%
0.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Philby 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 Philby offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Philby, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
8.3%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
8.3%
0.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
16.7%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
25%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
8.3%
0.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
8.3%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
8.3%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
16.7%
0.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8.3%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
8.3%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Bavarian Meadows Assisted Living, The Gardens of Cherokee and Friendly Horizons are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Philby, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 17 nursing homes facilities near Philby, Iowa. See the full list.

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