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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Fairbank, IA

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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
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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.
Rock Ridge Residential Care is set in the heart of Iowa between Cedar Rapids and Vinton IA on a quiet country side where your senior loved ones can enjoy the fresh air and peace that comes with being out on a secluded residence. Finding the right residential/assisted living facility can be a...
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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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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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We have had a wonderful experience at Apple Valley Assited living. The staff is caring and kind and the facility is clean and smells great...very bright beautiful place. Mom enjoys the food and the people...
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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We have had a wonderful experience at Apple Valley Assited living. The staff is caring and kind and the facility is clean and smells great...very bright beautiful place. Mom enjoys the food and the people...
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
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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: 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.
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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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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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The personnel at Terrace Glen Village not only provide the residents with food and shelter but it is the manner in which it is given that is significant. Personal make an effort to know each other residents...
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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My husband and I have lived here more than 5 years. We are very pleased with the "place" and the service here. The location within the city of CR is convenient. Our family is very pleased with our choice.
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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: 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 independent living in Fairbank, IA

The average cost of senior living in Fairbank is $3,559 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Independence, IA with an average of $2,457 per month.

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

Fairbank, IA
$3,559/mo
$3,462/mo
$2,553/mo

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

Fairbank, IA
$3,559/mo
$3,149/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

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

$4,210/mo
Independent Living
$3,559/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,309/mo
Studio
$5,108/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,771/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,435/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,600/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 independent living in Fairbank

Recent reviews for independent living in Fairbank

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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Terrace Glen Village in Marion, IA

5.0
Moved in day one! No regrets. I'm not interested in facade and opulence. All I need is kindness and respect. Showered with both here.

Whispering Willow in Fredericksburg, IA

4.5
My mom recently moved into this community. So far the experience has been going great. The staff know how to keep the facility clean. My mom has plenty of options to choose for her meals and it seems to think it tastes good.

Fairbank independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fairbank independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fairbank, 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 Fairbank 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 Fairbank partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fairbank, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.9%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
11.1%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
10.5%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
8.6%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
1.9%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Fairbank 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 Fairbank communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fairbank, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
9.3%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.2%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
15.4%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.9%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fairbank 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 Fairbank offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Fairbank, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
16%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10.5%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
9.9%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
22.2%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20.4%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
21%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
19.1%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.7%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.2%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
17.3%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
20.4%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
10.5%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.7%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
16.7%
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Cottage Grove Place, a CCRC, The Views of Cedar Rapids and Boyson Heights Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Fairbank, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 138 independent living facilities near Fairbank, Iowa. See the full list.

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