About Assisted LivingAssisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.Complete guide to assisted livingBest of 2024 Assisted Living Winners
About Memory CareMemory 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. Complete guide to memory careBest of 2024 Memory Care Winners
About Independent LivingIndependent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to independent livingBest of 2024 Independent Living Winners
About Senior LivingSenior living is a term used to describe various housing and care options for older adults from maintenance-free, 55+ facilities for active seniors, to secure, fully staffed facilities for seniors with Alzheimer's or dementia. Complete guide to senior livingFind senior living facilities near you
About Nursing HomesNursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.Complete guide to Nursing Homes
About Senior ApartmentsSenior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to Senior Apartments
About Care HomesResidential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.Complete guide to care homes
Veteran ResourcesVA benefits for long-term care, such as Aid and Attendance benefits, can help eligible veterans and their surviving spouses pay for senior care.Guide to VA benefits for long-term care
Senior Living Home

10 Best Independent Living Communities in Zearing, IA

Answer a few questions to get personalized results
Who are you searching for?

If you’re looking for independent living in the Zearing area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Zearing. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.

Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 31 independent living facilities in Zearing, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Ontario.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Ames, Iowa Falls and Marshalltown.

Zearing Independent Living Facilities | 142 Reviews

Showing 28 communities
Last Updated: 2/21/25
Sort by
Filter by
Review Score
Distance
Amenities
Providers
Provides: Assisted 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.
Photo of Oak Estates
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
Provides: Assisted 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.
See details
Photo of Ballard Creek Community
Provides: Assisted 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.
Inline cta image

Our free advisors can help

  • Compare local facilities
  • Determine care type
  • Schedule tours
  • Evaluate pricing

Cost of independent living in Zearing, IA

The average cost of senior living in Zearing is $3,563 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include State Center, IA with an average of $3,080 per month.

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

Zearing, IA
$3,563/mo

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

Zearing, IA
$3,563/mo
$3,149/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

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

$4,812/mo
Independent Living
$3,563/mo

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

Studio
$5,082/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,250/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,639/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 Zearing

Recent reviews for independent living in Zearing

Northridge Village in Ames, IA

5.0
Northridge VIllage is a very professionally run community with compassionate, efficient personnel. The atmosphere is friendly and welcoming for residents' demeanors and outlooks. The healthful meals are tasty, nicely varied and attractive and we appreciate the cleanliness of handling foodstuffs. ...
Read more

Windsor Manor Nevada

5.0
They are doing great, they are happy with the community. I don't have any complaints about anything.

Bickford of Ames

4.4
My experience has been really good. My mom like it. My mom likes the food. The staff is awesome. The room sizes are good, could be bigger, but there are plenty of common areas. They have a wonderful outdoor courtyard area for residents. Need more variety in the activities.

Zearing independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Zearing independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Zearing, 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 Zearing 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 Zearing partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Zearing, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.9%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
10.7%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
10.7%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
17.9%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.6%
6.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Zearing 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 Zearing communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Zearing, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10.7%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
17.9%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
10.7%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.7%
14.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Zearing 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 Zearing offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Zearing, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
14.3%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
7.1%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10.7%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
21.4%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
21.4%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
25%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
17.9%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.3%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
17.9%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
21.4%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
10.7%
40%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Frequently Asked Questions

Independence Village of Ames, Windsor Manor Nevada and Bickford of Ames are the top-rated independent living facilities near Zearing, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 31 independent living facilities near Zearing, Iowa. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Zearing, Iowa are Independence Village of Ames. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

Photo cta image

More questions?

Ask an A Place for Mom local advisor at no cost.

The information contained on this page is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical, legal or financial advice or create a professional relationship between A Place for Mom and the reader. Always seek the advice of your health care provider, attorney or financial advisor with respect to any particular matter, and do not act or refrain from acting on the basis of anything you have read on this site. Links to third-party websites are only for the convenience of the reader; A Place for Mom does not endorse the contents of the third-party sites.
Back to top