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Assisted living costs in Merrill average about $3,790 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 13 communities in Merrill. Our detailed directory has 33 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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Photo of The Heritage at Northern Hills
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The light and brightness of the place appealed to me. The people milling about seemed it would be a friendly community. Also, it seemed a beautiful, safe neighborhood for my young grandkids to come for care...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Welcome to The Heritage at Northern Hills, an Independent and Assisted Living community that embraces individuality, encourages independence and provides the care you need to live the life you want. We have been a part of the Siouxland community for over 25 years! Our staff members have over 30...
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The staff and hospice were just terrific, they made sure our questions were answered and we got everything we needed. They were very compassionate. The rooms are on the smaller side, but nice and it had...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Why settle for the ordinary in senior living when Bickford offers so much more? Freshly crafted meals, a dedicated caregiver always within reach, and a world of exciting activities await your loved one. Our commitment? Making sure they’re able to embrace life to the fullest, every single day....
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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 Abbey of Le Mars
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.
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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.
Peace of Mind for the Entire Family!As a tenant of Prime Living Apartments, you will quickly feel like one of the family.  You can rest assured that you will be receiving the best care and services in a warm and dignified manner.  Prime Living Apartments is an affordable assisted living...
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
At Bickford of Sioux City we offer premiere Memory Care services. The fullest expression of assistance comes with an intimate understanding of our residents. Each person is unique, as are the services they require, and the manner they wish for them to be met. We also know firsthand the confusion...
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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 Merrill, IA

The average cost of senior living in Merrill is $3,790 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Chatsworth, IA with an average of $2,848 per month.

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

Merrill, IA
$3,790/mo
$3,610/mo

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

Merrill, IA
$3,790/mo
$4,378/mo
U.S. national average
$4,738/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,790/mo
$3,790/mo

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

Studio
$3,760/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,235/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,470/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Merrill over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Merrill, 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 Merrill.

What families are saying about assisted living in Merrill

Recent reviews for assisted living in Merrill

Lawton Senior Living

5.0
A very loving and caring staff. The food was very tasty and well prepared. My wife was only a resident for eleven days but she was treated very well. I would highly recommend this facility.

Floyd Senior Living in Sergeant Bluff, IA

5.0
We needed a place for my dad on short notice and Floyd Place was helpful in expediting that process. Although COVID-19 is an issue for everyone at this point, the staff are all taking proper precautions with all residents and finding ways, within the CDC rulings, to have the family visit. The ...
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Bavarian Meadows Assisted Living in Remsen, IA

4.8
My dads time at Bavarian Meadows was absolutely phenomenal. It was so much more home-like and had a great atmosphere. If we had known years ago that they would have been affordable for dad, I would have tried to talk him into going here a lot sooner. In spite of everything, they were very good ...
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Merrill assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Merrill assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Merrill, 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 Merrill 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 Merrill that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Merrill, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
25%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
12.5%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
87.5%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
25%
56.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
87.5%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
25%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
37.5%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Merrill 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 Merrill Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Merrill, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
25%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
12.5%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
25%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.5%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Merrill 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 Merrill partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Merrill, IANational
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
35.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Merrill 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 Merrill communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Merrill, IANational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
12.5%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
12.5%
35.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Merrill 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 Merrill offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Merrill, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
12.5%
45.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.5%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
12.5%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
25%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
12.5%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.5%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
12.5%
37.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
12.5%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
12.5%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
12.5%
29.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
12.5%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Merrill

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 Merrill protect seniors.

Learn about Iowa Assisted Living regulations

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There are 13 assisted living facilities near Merrill, Iowa. See the full list.

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