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Riverbend has been a great place for our mom! She has independent living that is surrounded by a supporting staff, great neighbors, and the essentials one needs in a community filled environment. The staff...
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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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
About ABCM CorporationHallmark Care Center is owned by ABCM Corporation, Hampton, IA. ABCM is a multi-facility provider offering top-quality, long-term care services unmatched in the state of Iowa. We believe in a Person Directed Care approach to long-term care, encouraging the individuals we...
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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, 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.
Courtyard Estates... A retirement community to call home. Courtyard Estates provides all the comforts of home as well as health maintenance, state-of-the-art security and a full range of care services. The community offers maintenance and worry-free living that allows you to focus on family,...
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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.
Designed for persons: 62+ Located in the heart of downtown Iowa City adjacent to the Johnson County Senior Center, these beautifully designed apartment homes are close to all your needs. For your convenience, Ecumenical Towers offers indoor mail service, laundry facilities, elevator, social...
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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.
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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: 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.
Located in one of Iowa’s fastest growing counties, The Estates of North Liberty will be conveniently located at 175 S. Jones Blvd. This patio-home cooperative will sit on 8 acres and include 30 individual homes meeting the Universal Design concept. Also, inside this private, gated community...
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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.
Income based housing for the elderly may trigger visions of run down properties and poor living conditions but this definitely does not describe the Muscatine Tower Apartments, which is located in Muscatine, IA and run by the Seldin Company. This river front property has spacious apartments that...
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Welcome to Lutheran Living Senior Campus!Nestled in the lush fields of Muscatine, Iowa, we provide you with residences,services, and conveniences for a full life today and the full continuum of health care and rehabilitation to support you into the future. Lutheran Living is the onlyContinuing...
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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.
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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, 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.
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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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.
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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.
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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Designed for persons: 62+ This fifty four unit apartment community is nestled away from the hectic mainstream, yet just minutes from all your needs. Five Seasons Senior Housing offers spacious one bedroom apartment homes for those age 62 or better that meet federal income guidelines. Utilities...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Tipton, IA

The average cost of senior living in Tipton is $2,984 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wheatland, IA with an average of $2,299 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Tipton, IA vs. nearby cities

Tipton, IA
$2,984/mo
$2,972/mo
$2,896/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Tipton, IA vs. the state and national average

Tipton, IA
$2,984/mo
$3,542/mo
U.S. national average
$4,138/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Tipton vs. other types of senior living

$4,403/mo
Independent Living
$2,984/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Tipton, IA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,915/mo
Studio
$5,164/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,643/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,530/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Tipton over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Tipton

Recent reviews for independent living in Tipton

Boyson Heights Senior Living in Cedar Rapids, IA

5.0
The staff is very easy to work with. They treat our father with respect and seem to really care about him. We can call anytime and get any questions answered. His room is always clean. We had his 90th birthday family party at the facility, which worked out wonderfully. We would definitely ...
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Brown Deer Place in Coralville, IA

4.0
I would recommend if the person had severe dementia, they are very friendly the only complaint she has is that the food is not very good.

Cedar Village Senior Residences in Cedar Rapids, IA

4.0
My love one is doing fine since her move to this community. We have not had any problems, or concerns. We do feel she is safe, and in good hands. They have a kind, friendly staff. They do a good job with the cleanliness around the community. Everything is going well, and this is probably would ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming residents and staff. Many reviews mention the friendly and welcoming nature of both residents and staff in various communities. For example, at Legacy Pointe, residents and neighbors check on each other if they don't appear for meals or activities, while staff members go the extra mile to assist residents with var ...
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Delicious meals and attentive dining experiences. Throughout reviews, residents express appreciation for the quality and variety of meals offered at their communities. At New Perspective Silvis, the food is described as fantastic, while at Boyson Heights Senior Living, staff members accommodate individual preferences and dietary restriction ...
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Active and inclusive social community. Reviews highlight the importance of socialization and community involvement for residents. For instance, at Walden Place Senior Living, residents engage in a multitude of activities, from Bible study to beanbag baseball, while at Legacy Pointe, the friendly and welcoming atmosphere encourage ...
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Well-maintained facilities and cleanliness. Cleanliness and upkeep are emphasized in multiple reviews, with residents praising the care taken in maintaining both private apartments and common areas. For example, at Legacy Pointe, the facilities are described as new and clean, while at Holiday Palmer Hills, the dining room and renovate ...
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Professional and responsive staff. Several reviews highlight the staff's professionalism and responsiveness in addressing residents' needs. For instance, at Grand Living at Indian Creek, the staff is described as helpful and nice, while at Walden Place Senior Living, the team goes above and beyond to listen and attend to any ...
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Variety of services and accommodations. Communities offer a range of services and accommodations tailored to residents' needs. At Cottage Grove Place, a CCRC, independent living residents have access to a variety of services as they continue to age, while at Walden Place Senior Living, the care options and resources available meet ...
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Tipton independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Tipton independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Tipton, 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 Tipton 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 Tipton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Tipton, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.8%
20.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.8%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
19.1%
30.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20.4%
33.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.1%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Tipton 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 Tipton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Tipton, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.2%
36.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.5%
43%
Room service
Room service
20.4%
36.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.5%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Tipton 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 Tipton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Tipton, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
28.4%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.5%
28.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21%
32.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.7%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34.6%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40.7%
53.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.5%
42.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19.1%
37.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.5%
41.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31.5%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
30.9%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
17.3%
32.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.1%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.6%
46.1%
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Brookstone of Aledo, Holiday Palmer Hills and Grand Living at Indian Creek are the top-rated independent living facilities near Tipton, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 180 independent living facilities near Tipton, Iowa. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Tipton, Iowa are Brookstone of Aledo and Holiday Palmer Hills. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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