Page 4 of Best Independent Living in Iowa

Overview of Camelot Village

Peacefully nestled near Fairmont Park in Council Bluffs, IA, Camelot Village is a blissful community that offers independent living. The community features cozy and thoughtfully designed studio and one-bedroom floor plans, dedicated to residents’ comfort. On-site maintenance and management, alongside a variety of safety features like safety rails, are available, so residents enjoy a worry-free lifestyle.

Unique local shops and recreational spaces surround the area, ensuring residents will not run out of things to do for leisure and wellness. With a full kitchen in each unit, residents can prepare meals according to their dietary needs and preferences. Pets are also allowed, as long as they meet community policy. The community is a great option for those looking to downsize in retirement, especially with its dedicated services and state-of-the-art amenities.

Overview of The Summit of Coralville

The Summit of Coralville offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Coralville, IA. In assisted living, residents receive help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while keeping a private apartment; Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care offers a short stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Several care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time. The community has 64 beds and offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom housing. A studio provides one private living space, while a two-bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Pets are allowed, and Kareicia Driscoll serves as the administrator.

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$4,770/Month Pricing updated on October 12th, 2026

Overview of Oaknoll Assisted Living

Oaknoll Assisted Living offers assisted living, independent living, and nursing care in Iowa City, Iowa. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space. Independent living supports private living with community services and no daily care, while nursing care provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Having these care levels together may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time. Care can change within the same community rather than requiring a move elsewhere. The community is in the Longfellow neighborhood and has 80 beds, with Taylor Wheeler serving as administrator.

Respite care provides a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover. Dining includes varied food venues and choices, so residents have more than one setting or option for meals. The Fitness Center offers a place to exercise within the community, and rehabilitation services are available for residents who need therapy; Dementia Live® is one of the named programs.

A Walk Score of 91 out of 100 places the area in the walker’s paradise band. Daily errands do not require a car, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently for those errands. The range of care may be a good fit for someone who wants private living now but may need daily help or nursing care later.

Overview of Terrace Glen Village

Terrace Glen Village in Marion, IA, has four types of care. Skilled nursing and a nursing home come first, followed by independent living and assisted living. With skilled nursing included in the four, the facility has licensed nurses on duty during every shift, including nights.

Residents of assisted living rely on the team for baths, dressing, and medication schedules. In independent living, a resident maintains a personal space and uses community services, with no daily assistance given. A person may come requiring little and later move up a level without packing for another address.

Having 40 beds keeps it a small home, allowing staff to quickly learn the names of the residents. Nurse staffing accounts for 4 hours and 49 minutes daily for every resident. Pets are allowed upon move-in, and Steve Tressel runs the home as its administrator.

Payment comes via Medicare or private pay. Medicare has restrictions, covering skilled nursing only for a limited period after a hospital discharge and nothing after that.

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Starting Price $4,090/Month Pricing updated on October 8th, 2026

Overview of Perry Lutheran Home

Perry Lutheran Home provides nursing home, assisted living, independent living, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Perry, IA. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Memory care is a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Respite care offers a short stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. As a continuing care retirement community, Perry Lutheran Home brings these care levels together, which may suit a resident whose needs grow over time because changing care can happen without leaving the community. The home has 70 beds.

Rehabilitative therapy can support a resident working to regain function. The Meals on Wheels program provides meal delivery through that service. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families those payment routes for care costs.

Total nurse staffing is 4h 37m per resident/day, representing the daily hands-on nurse staffing time per resident. A Walk Score of 74 places the area in the very walkable band, so most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Melissa Gannon serves as the administrator.

Make the most of your best years at The Meadows, a welcoming retreat in Manchester, IA, offering assisted living. Featuring specially designed and secure accommodations, the community ensures residents are comfortable and safe. Residents can also keep their peace of mind with a compassionate and well-trained team helping with their daily living activities around the clock.

A thoughtfully planned calendar of engaging activities and fun recreational programs is conducted, encouraging residents to interact with their surroundings and live actively. Residents have a delightful dining experience with delicious and well-balanced dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. The community is ideal for those needing assistance to live comfortably in retirement, especially with its exceptional care and well-maintained amenities.

Overview of Edencrest at Green Meadows

Located on Corporate Drive in Johnston, Iowa, Edencrest at Green Meadows is an assisted living community with 128 beds. The community operates in a two-story building. It offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans. With about 10 years in operation, it provides a mid-sized senior living option in the Johnston area.

The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 20, making it car-dependent. Most daily errands require a vehicle. The setting may appeal to residents and families who prefer a quieter, suburban environment. Nearby services are mainly reached by car.

The community currently has 51 residents, with a moderate occupancy. Families considering Edencrest at Green Meadows should visit the community in person to view the available floor plans, learn about daily programs, and understand which services and amenities are included.

$5,057/Month Pricing updated on October 13th, 2026

Overview of The Heritage at Fox Run

The Heritage at Fox Run offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Council Bluffs, IA. Independent living means a resident has a private home with community services but no daily care, while assisted living adds help with tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care supports a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Several care levels are available in one community. If a resident’s needs grow, they may be able to move to another level without leaving the community or starting over socially, which may make The Heritage at Fox Run a good fit for someone whose care needs may change over time. The community has 132 beds and offers studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom housing, including layouts for a single resident, someone who wants a separate bedroom, or a couple moving together. Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving in, and Jenny Munro serves as the administrator.

Overview of Edencrest at Siena Hills

Edencrest at Siena Hills offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Ankeny, Iowa. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space; Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care is in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while respite care provides a short stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to another community. There are 132 beds, with studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom residences. Starting monthly prices are $3,700 for independent living, $4,900 for assisted living, and $6,500 for memory care, giving families a care level specific starting point for budgeting.

Tiffany Michaud serves as the administrator, and StoryPoint Group operates the community. A beauty salon and barbershop allow residents to handle personal grooming on site, while the fitness center supports fitness classes and senior wellness programs. Restaurant style dining, a courtyard, community garden, walking paths, theater, and outings offer places to eat, spend time outdoors, attend activities, and join group events; pets are allowed, so a resident may continue living with a pet.

The area has a Walk Score of 46 and is dependent on cars, meaning most errands require a car or a ride. Transportation is available for community activities and outings. Residents who no longer drive would still need a car or ride for most local errands.

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$4,900/Month Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

Overview of Edencrest at Pleasant Hill

Edencrest at Pleasant Hill offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Pleasant Hill, IA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

All three care levels share one campus. As a resident’s needs grow, they may be able to remain in the community without starting over socially. Respite care also provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The community has 140 beds, with studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom layouts. A studio provides one private living space, while a two bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together, and every unit has a private kitchen. Starting prices are $3,100 per month for independent living, $4,300 per month for assisted living, and $6,500 per month for memory care, with the different rates reflecting the care and setting required at each level.

Residents can use the restaurant style dining room for chef prepared meals, or choose the onsite bistro or café for another dining option. A courtyard, walking paths, and community garden offer outdoor spaces for time outside, while the fitness center, theater, beauty salon, and barbershop support exercise, entertainment, and personal grooming onsite. Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving in. Jessica Rand serves as the administrator, and StoryPoint Group is the owner.

$4,300/Month Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026