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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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Legacy Estates of Monmouth Legacy Estates of Monmouth is an assisted living community that is available to those seniors who are looking to call Monmouth, IL their home. This large and comfortable community offers a home in a growing city that is full of prosperity and good things. Legacy Estates...
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Legacy Estates of Monmouth Legacy Estates of Monmouth is an assisted living community that is available to those seniors who are looking to call Monmouth, IL their home. This large and comfortable community offers a home in a growing city that is full of prosperity and good things. Legacy Estates...
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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.
Courtyard Estates of Monmouth is an assisted living community located in Monmouth, Illinois, in a home like environment. Our campus is well cared for and located only minutes from various shopping areas, medical offices, and restaurants. Within our community, residents will enjoy spacious...
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Courtyard Estates of Monmouth is an assisted living community located in Monmouth, Illinois, in a home like environment. Our campus is well cared for and located only minutes from various shopping areas, medical offices, and restaurants. Within our community, residents will enjoy spacious...
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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.
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.
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Cost of assisted living in Sawyer, IA

The average cost of senior living in Sawyer is $4,096 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Winfield, IA with an average of $3,243 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Sawyer, IA vs. nearby cities

Sawyer, IA
$4,096/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Sawyer, IA vs. the state and national average

Sawyer, IA
$4,096/mo
$4,353/mo
U.S. national average
$4,515/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Sawyer vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,096/mo
$4,096/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Sawyer, IA by room type

Semi-Private
$3,306/mo
Studio
$4,868/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,528/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,978/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Sawyer, IA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Sawyer.

What families are saying about assisted living in Sawyer

Recent reviews for assisted living in Sawyer

The Lamoine Retirement Living in Macomb, IL

5.0
The staff gets to know each resident on a personal level and treats them more like a member of their own family. They are very open to sharing information with the family and working with the family to make the residents more comfortable with their surroundings and treatments.

River Valley Place of Fort Madison

5.0
My father-in-law was a resident of Sunnybrook in Ft. Madison for almost 3 years. Prior to moving to Sunnybrook, his health was poor and he was hospitized monthly. He enjoyed the social aspect of visiting and playing cards with his friends at Sunnybrook. His mental and physical health also ...
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Ridgeview Assisted Living in Burlington, IA

5.0
[name removed] loved it there. Staff was great. It was his home. The atmosphere was very bright and cheery, it felt very welcoming.

Sawyer review score based on 43 family reviews

7.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 43 reviews of 37 Sawyer assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Sawyer review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Sawyer review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
Sawyer, IA37 facilities
7.5
Fort Madison, IA49 facilities
7.5
West Point, IA42 facilities

Review subcategories for Sawyer assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 43 reviews of 37 Sawyer assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Sawyer resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Sawyer, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.8
4.5
Friendliness
4.9
4.6
Care services
4.7
4.2
Staff
4.8
4.5
Meals & dining
4.5
4.1
Activities
4.6
4.1
Value for cost*
4.6
4.1
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Sawyer assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sawyer assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sawyer, 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 Sawyer assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Sawyer that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Sawyer, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
18.2%
43.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
5.5%
28.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
67.3%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
67.3%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
23.6%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
3.6%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
67.3%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
18.2%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
18.2%
44.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Sawyer assisted living

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 Sawyer Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Sawyer, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
14.5%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
9.1%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
16.4%
34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
5.5%
11.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sawyer assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Sawyer partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sawyer, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
5.5%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
9.1%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
10.9%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.7%
29.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Sawyer assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Sawyer communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sawyer, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
9.1%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.4%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
12.7%
29.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.5%
14.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sawyer assisted 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 assisted living communities in Sawyer offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sawyer, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
14.5%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
5.5%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10.9%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
23.6%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
16.4%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
23.6%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
14.5%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
5.5%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
12.7%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
14.5%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
16.4%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
10.9%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.9%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
12.7%
38.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Sawyer

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Iowa assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Sawyer protect seniors.

Learn about Iowa Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

Brookstone of Aledo, Addington Place of Burlington and Ridgeview Assisted Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Sawyer, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 44 assisted living facilities near Sawyer, Iowa. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Sawyer, Iowa are Brookstone of Aledo. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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