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Bickford of Iowa City
3500 Lower West Branch Road, Iowa City, IA 52245
"I liked Bickford of Iowa City. It was really nice and homey, and it wasn't too big which I liked. The setup was kind of...
Assisted Living
$4,258
Assisted Living Communities in Iowa City, IA
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authentic reviews in Iowa City, IA below include 37 Assisted Living facilities with 285 reviews. On average in Iowa City, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.4 out of 5 stars.
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We’ve spent hundreds of hours compiling helpful information below these listings, ranging from assisted living costs statistics of in Iowa City, to local laws & regulations in the area, to nearby services and programs that can help older adults in the community thrive, and more.
37 Providers
The Summit of Coralville
3 Russell Slade Blvd, Coralville, IA 52241
The Summit of Coralville, located at 3 Russell Slade Blvd in Coralville, Iowa, is a vibrant senior living community...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$6,055
Keystone Place at Forevergreen
1275 W Forevergreen Road, North Liberty, IA 52317
"I'm moving into Keystone Place at Forevergreen. It's lovely. The apartments themselves are just lovely. We have a 9 by...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$3,950
Cottage Grove Place
2115 1st Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
"Cottage Grove Place was my number one until I went to the other place. They don't have a swimming pool, but they have...
Assisted LivingContinuing Care Communities+2
$4,681
Bickford of Marion
1100 Linden Dr., Marion, IA 52302
"We toured Bickford of Marion. It's a smaller community, so it's more personable. It seems like they take pride in their...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$3,194
Oaknoll
1 Oaknoll Court, Iowa City, IA 52246
"Oaknoll Retirement Residence is a top notch facility. There is a waiting list for the facility and I think that says a...
Assisted LivingContinuing Care Communities+2
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Legacy Retirement Community
1020 South Scott Blvd, Iowa City, IA 52240
"We have moved into Legacy Retirement Community. We are pleased with the facility itself. We were in another assisted...
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Emerson Point
1355 Shannon Dr, Iowa City, IA 52246
"both my mother and my late aunt, her sister were residents of Emerson Point . I cannot say enough about the caring and...
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Melrose Meadows Retirement Community
350 Dublin Drive, Iowa City, IA 52246
"I found Melrose Meadows Retirement Community to be very nice, light, and pleasant. One of the nicest things was the...
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Brown Deer Place Retirement Living & Memory Care
1500 1st Ave, Coralville, IA 52241
"I went with my sister to Brown Deer Place, and it was very nice and very pleasant. I thought that the amenities were not...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$3,300
Country View
1515 West Penn Street, North Liberty, IA 52317
"We are very pleased with Country View and the living situation. We like it because it's not hospital-like and very...
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Solon Assisted Living Village
623 E. 5th St., Solon, IA 52333
"The facility was very nice, but I found the atmosphere very sad and dull. My grandpa had to stay there for some time...
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Pioneer Park
501 E Pioneer Road, Lone Tree, IA 52755
"The staff at Pioneer Park are very kind, compassionate and caring. The apartments are an excellent choice for a parent...
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Simpson Memorial Home
1000 NORTH MILLER STREET, West Liberty, IA 52776
"My father had a much better time in the hospital than in assisted living. In the assisted living center, they came and...
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Cherry Ridge Independent & Assisted Living
217 Highway 30 W, Mount Vernon, IA 52314
To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: <a...
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Parkview Manor
516 Thirteenth Street, Wellman, IA 52356
"My sister stayed in the memory care side of Parkview Manor where she was taken good care of. My sister had a bedroom...
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Corridor Crossing Place
136 36th Ave. Southwest, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
"Brookdale was clean and neat. I like what I saw. The people were very nice, friendly, and cordial. I like the idea that...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$4,500
Amana Retirement Community
3207 220th Trail, Amana, IA 52203
"I chose Amana Retirement Community Lakeview Village. The price was much better and I didn't have to make a deposit. The...
Assisted LivingContinuing Care Communities+2
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The Gardens Of Cedar Rapids
5710 Dean Road Sw, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
"My mom moved into The Gardens of Cedar Rapids. It's ten minutes from my house and from my grandchildren, and that was a...
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Higley Mansion Care Center
860 17th Street Southeast, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
"Higley Mansion is an assisted living facility. Has private rooms with private stool, shower and sink. Excellent food...
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Kay824
5.0
Review of Legacy Retirement Community
I toured Legacy Retirement Community. It looked very comfortable. They were very friendly and very effective. The rooms and the common areas were very clean and spacious.
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Marcia
5.0
Review of Bickford of Iowa City
Bickford of Iowa City is a beautiful place. They care for people that have a variety of mental illnesses. They're very, very caring to all their residents. They have different vantage points of...
Assisted Living
Reviewer#as0803
3.0
Review of Legacy Retirement Community
My mother moved into the Legacy Retirement Community. The facility is very nice, they've been having a problem with COVID but it's ok. They seem to use a lot of salt and we've talked about it, and...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Iowa City, IA and Nearby Cities
The monthly cost of assisted living in Iowa City is slightly higher than the state average of $4,367 and lower than the national average of $4,500. In Des Moines, the state capital, assisted living costs are about $400 per month higher than in Iowa City. Moving north to Cedar Rapids, the monthly cost of care is about $340 per month higher. Seniors in Davenport, part of the Quad Cities along the Iowa-Illinois border, pay $60 per month less than seniors in Iowa City.
Iowa City
$4,410
Iowa
$4,367
United States
$4,500
Des Moines
$4,803
Cedar Rapids
$4,748
Davenport
$4,350
Paying for Assisted Living in Iowa City
Iowa City seniors pay an average of $4,410 per month for assisted living, but actual costs vary based on the number of services and amenities provided.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Iowa City
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Iowa page.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Iowa City, IA
Compared with other types of senior care, assisted living is one of the most affordable options for seniors in Iowa City. Assisted living costs about $360 per month less than in-home care and home health care. Although adult day health care costs an average of $1,353 per month, it’s a part-time care option, not a residential one. Since nursing homes provide skilled nursing care, they cost nearly $2,700 per month more than assisted living.
In-Home Care
$4,767
Home Health Care
$4,767
Adult Day Health Care
$1,353
Assisted Living Facility
$4,410
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$7,072
Free Assisted Living Resources in Iowa City
Iowa has several government agencies and nonprofit organizations dedicated to helping seniors maintain their quality of life as they age. Older adults should contact these organizations if they have any questions or concerns about their options for senior care.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Heritage Area Agency on Aging | (319) 398-5559 | Area Agencies on Aging provide a variety of services to help seniors access health care, nutritional services and other supports. Iowa City's AAA offers transportation services, wellness programs and referrals to other agencies. Staff members also provide care coordination to eligible seniors. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (319) 541-0318 | Iowa has a network of long-term care ombudsmen to investigate and resolve complaints about assisted living communities and other residential facilities. Iowa City's ombudsman serves residents of Johnson, Linn, Benton, Iowa and Washington Counties. |
| Iowa City Senior Center | (319) 356-5000 | Iowa City Senior Center provides opportunities for socialization and support, helping local seniors maintain their independence and avoid isolation. Services are available to residents aged 50 and older. ICSC also operates a fitness facility with group exercise classes available weekly. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Iowa City
Iowa City Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in Iowa are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Iowa page for more information about these laws.
