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7 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Spirit Lake, IA

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Assisted living costs in Spirit Lake average about $3,761 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 7 communities in Spirit Lake. Our detailed directory has 7 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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I am no expert on what care should be like. I see people that are in pretty bad shape that require a lot of attention, in my opinion, questionable if they shouldn't be in skilled nursing instead. But what do...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Keelson Harbour is an Assisted Living Community located in Spirit Lake, Dickinson County, Iowa. Our beautiful property is located on a quiet hill with easy access to nearby lakes. Residents enjoy an on-site pond, complete with growing ducklings and their families. With many nearby attractions,...
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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.
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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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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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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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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Cost of assisted living in Spirit Lake, IA

The average cost of senior living in Spirit Lake is $3,761 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dolliver, IA with an average of $2,560 per month.

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

Spirit Lake, IA
$3,761/mo
$3,761/mo
$3,761/mo

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

Spirit Lake, IA
$3,761/mo
$4,364/mo
U.S. national average
$4,730/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,761/mo
$3,761/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,500/mo
Studio
$5,500/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,367/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,700/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Spirit Lake, 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 Spirit Lake.

What families are saying about assisted living in Spirit Lake

Recent reviews for assisted living in Spirit Lake

Keelson Harbour in Spirit Lake, IA

3.9
I am no expert on what care should be like. I see people that are in pretty bad shape that require a lot of attention, in my opinion, questionable if they shouldn't be in skilled nursing instead. But what do I know!! Most of the workers try hard to be accommodating, but the shortage of help puts ...
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Spirit Lake assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Spirit Lake assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Spirit Lake, 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 Spirit Lake 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 Spirit Lake that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Spirit Lake, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
16.7%
52.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
16.7%
33.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
16.7%
56.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
16.7%
47.9%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Spirit Lake 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 Spirit Lake Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Spirit Lake, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
16.7%
51%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
16.7%
32%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
16.7%
40.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Spirit Lake 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 Spirit Lake communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Spirit Lake, IANational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.7%
41.7%
Room service
Room service
16.7%
35.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Spirit Lake 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 Spirit Lake offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Spirit Lake, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
16.7%
45.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
29.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
16.7%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
16.7%
48.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
16.7%
52.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.7%
40.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.7%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.7%
37.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
16.7%
46%
Live performances
Live performances
16.7%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
29.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
24.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
16.7%
45.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Spirit Lake

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 Spirit Lake protect seniors.

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Keelson Harbour, Wel-Life At Spirit Lake and Plus Supervised Living Asst are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Spirit Lake, Iowa. See full list of communities.

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