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The cost of independent living in Panama is about $2,914 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 126 options. Read 993 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.
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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.
Kovar Court Senior Care is a wonderful community located in serene Missouri Valley, Iowa. This well regarded location offers the finest in independent senior living for those who are looking to maintain control of their lives. With an emphasis on independent living, Kovar Court is the ideal...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Home 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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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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.
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.
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
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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.
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
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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.
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, 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.
“Great Friends, Great times and a Great Place to Call Home” More than a motto for Bethany Heights, this is our goal for every resident. If you are searching for a home for your loved one where they can live independently in a safe, friendly atmosphere, look no further! At Bethany Heights, we...
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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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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.
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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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.
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: 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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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.
Griswold is the premier assisted living community of Cass County. Our safe, residential environment is staffed by an expert team that provides support and assistance when you need it. Our goal is to promote your independence and the quality of life you desire. You will have many choices whether...
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.
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.
Live well at Nobility Point, a community of 62+ senior apartments in Omaha, Nebraska. Nobility Point offers spacious one and two-bedroom homes supplied with stainless steel appliances, an in-home washer and dryer, and ample closet space. Residents also enjoy our 24-hour fitness center, community...
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: 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.
1 bedroom apartments for Seniors 62 and OlderRent is base on incomeUtilities PAIDControlled access buildingIndoor MailboxesOn-site laundry facilitiesCommunity RoomClose to busline Easy interstate access
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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 independent living in Panama, IA
The average cost of senior living in Panama is $2,914 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Neola, IA with an average of $1,996 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Panama, IA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Panama, IA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Panama
Recent reviews for independent living in Panama
Amelia Senior Living in Council Bluffs, IA
4.4
Was very thankful to Amelia House for taking Mom on. I think she was a difficult case with her issues, but she could walk to dining room and back so that helped her stay. The place and Mom's room was always clean. At First the staff was great!!!! Then ownership changed and the really good ...
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Chapters Living of Council Bluffs
4.8
We have no problem with the community, they people there are very nice. Our only issues would be the communication regarding our loved one. Sometimes it is hard to get information and updates but we think that could be because of covid. We would definitely recommend this community to others. ...
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Bailey Pointe at Miracle Hills in Omaha, NE
5.0
We've utilized The Waterford for respite stays, and we loved it. We would have put my loved one there long-term except they don't have memory care. Even though the building is old, the people were so nice. The care was great. And the food was good.
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Exceptional and caring staff. Multiple reviews mention the friendly and dedicated staff at Bloomfield, who go above and beyond to make residents and their families feel welcome and supported. For example, one tour guide at the community was described as an 'old friend' and given a personal cell phone number by a family for ...
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Flexible dining options. Several residents of Bloomfield appreciate the optional dining plans at the community, allowing them to choose when and what to eat. Dining experiences are consistently described as wonderful, and residents enjoy the variety of meal options.
Close-knit community atmosphere. Reviews for Bloomfield frequently mention the friendly and caring nature of both the staff and residents, creating a strong sense of community. Residents often socialize and look out for one another, making it a warm and inviting environment.
Customized care and attention. At Bloomfield, caregivers are praised for their ability to accommodate residents' specific needs, whether it be dietary restrictions, individual preferences, or assistance with daily tasks. This individualized approach contributes to residents' overall satisfaction and comfort.
Abundant activities for residents. Residents across various communities, including Maple Ridge Retirement Community, enjoy the diverse activities offered, encouraging socializing and engagement. Examples include puzzles, card games, and community outings to local attractions.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Throughout the reviews, the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities are consistently mentioned as a major factor in residents' satisfaction. This includes both the private living spaces and common areas like dining rooms and activity rooms.
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Panama independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Panama independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Panama, 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 Panama 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 Panama partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Panama, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.2%
21%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15.9%
35.3%
No sugar
No sugar
12.1%
31.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
17.8%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
1.9%
10.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Panama 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 Panama communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Panama, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.5%
37.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.9%
44.5%
Room service
Room service
26.2%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.3%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Panama 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 Panama offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Panama, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
34.6%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.2%
28.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.8%
33.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.8%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.4%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50.5%
55.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.8%
43.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.4%
39%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.2%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31.8%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
36.4%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
23.4%
33.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.3%
40.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.5%
47.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bloomfield, Holiday Rolling Hills Ranch and Crown Pointe Retirement Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Panama, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 126 independent living facilities near Panama, Iowa. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Panama, Iowa are Bloomfield, Crown Pointe Retirement Community and Marquis Place. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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