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Arlington Place of Red Oak

Arlington Place of Red Oak is an assisted living and memory care community in Red Oak, IA.

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  • Interior

    A cozy living room with comfortable seating and decorative elements.
  • Outdoors

    A sign for a real estate property stands amidst a snowy landscape.
  • Decor

    A cozy bedroom with a blue plaid bedspread and decorative doll on the bed.
  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with a TV, lamp, and window with blue curtains.
  • Building

    A single-story building with flags in front, surrounded by a lawn and parked cars under a partly cloudy sky.
  • Dining

    A cozy dining room with a wooden table, chairs, and soft lighting.
  • Landscaping

    A suburban house with a cozy porch adorned with flowers and outdoor seating.
  • Kitchen

    An elderly couple sharing a joyful moment while having a meal together at home.
  • Artwork

    A cozy corner of a living room with a floral armchair, decorative plant, and wall art bringing a sense of peace.
  • Outdoor

    Two elderly women enjoying coffee and conversation outdoors.
  • Television

    A cozy living room with a wooden bookshelf, television, and indoor plants.
  • Flag

    A patriotic table display featuring an American flag and memorial items.
  • Fountain

    A decorative statue fountain depicting two children at a well.

800 East Ratliff Ave, Red Oak, IA 51566

To contact a resident: (712) 623-1999

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

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Arlington Place of Red Oak Costs & Pricing

Arlington Place of Red Oak offers a range of living options at competitive pricing within the context of both Pottawattamie County and the broader state of Iowa. For a studio unit, residents can expect to pay $3,615 per month, which is slightly above the county average of $3,197 but in line with the state average of $3,613. One-bedroom accommodations are priced at $4,650, significantly higher than both Pottawattamie County's average of $2,548 and Iowa's average of $2,862. The two-bedroom option is available for $5,350 per month; again, this figure markedly exceeds the county's average rent of $2,236 and is also above the state average of $3,329. Overall, while Arlington Place presents higher monthly costs compared to local and state averages for larger units, it positions itself as a premium option likely reflecting enhanced services or amenities that may appeal to prospective residents seeking quality in their living arrangements.

Floor plansArlington Place of Red OakPottawattamie CountyIowa
Studio$3,615$3,197$3,609
1 Bedroom$4,650$2,548$2,863
2 Bedrooms$5,350$2,236$3,329

Overall Review of Arlington Place of Red Oak

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Staff interactions stand out

Residents and families consistently describe the staff as friendly, caring, and engaged.

Across reviews, people repeatedly mention staff being friendly, helpful, and patient, and say they take time to talk with residents. Some also describe residents as cheerful and well cared for because of how staff interact day to day. There are also a few sharper complaints—most notably around medication handling and memory-care training—but even those reviewers are focused on specific support gaps rather than a lack of staff presence.

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It feels homey and well-kept

Multiple reviews say the building feels clean, comfortable, and more like home than a facility.

Reviews commonly point to cleanliness and comfortable living spaces, including descriptions of upkeep and decor that help the place feel welcoming. Several reviewers also mention residents spending time in common areas with visitors, reinforcing the “home” feel. While one review describes mold, odor, and inconsistent cleaning, the majority of comments emphasize good condition and attentive maintenance.

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Plenty of activities keep residents busy

Residents describe an active schedule with games, music, and group activities to choose from.

Residents and visitors mention regular activities such as games, music, puzzles, drawing, and religious or devotional activities. Some reviews describe family-friendly community moments, including outings and events that residents seem to enjoy. A few comments note the food and staffing can be uneven, but most still reference ongoing engagement and activity options.

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Dining gets strong mentions

Dining is a clear point of satisfaction, including made-to-order breakfast and home-cooked meals.

Several reviews connect resident satisfaction to meals, including home-cooked food and made-to-order breakfast. Others mention snacks available in the bistro area, and describe the dining room as a place where residents socialize and play games. Not every dining experience is described positively—one memory-care dining room is called impersonal and another review mentions removing items from the bistro area.

  • A cozy dining room with a wooden table, chairs, and soft lighting.
  • An elderly couple sharing a joyful moment while having a meal together at home.
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Costs and add-on fees raise concerns

Some families flag rising rent and extra charges for medication support.

A few reviews raise cost concerns, including rent increasing significantly and an added monthly charge for medication management beyond what was expected. One review also says they were charged a great deal during a short stay and felt a refund should have been granted. Others describe pricing more favorably as affordable compared with options nearby, but the add-on and increase concerns are still clearly stated in reviews.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Memory care experience is mixed

Memory-care reviews include both concerns about training and medications and positive feedback about 24/7 support.

Some reviewers say memory care staff were not well prepared for dementia-related needs, citing medication errors and frustration during interactions. Another review says the memory-care dining area feels impersonal. On the other hand, at least one reviewer describes memory care as supported around the clock and highlights frequent activities and care continuity, suggesting experiences can vary by situation and unit needs.

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Features

Housing

  • 64 resident community capacity 64 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • 2-bedroom apartments 2-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Independent Living Independent Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Garden view Garden view
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
  • Guest parking Guest parking
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Overnight guests Overnight guests
  • Party space Party space
  • Pet friendly Pet friendly
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Private cleaning services Private cleaning services
  • Resident parking Resident parking
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Security gate Security gate
  • Small library Small library
  • TV room TV room
  • Telephone Telephone
  • VA Benefits Consultation VA Benefits Consultation
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • High acuity care High acuity care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Anytime dining Anytime dining
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Gluten-free Gluten-free
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Kosher Kosher
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Special dining programs Special dining programs
  • Vegan Vegan
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Arts and crafts Arts and crafts
  • Bible study group Bible study group
  • Book club Book club
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking club Cooking club
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Games Games
  • Gardening club Gardening club
  • Karaoke Karaoke
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Other religious services Other religious services
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Stories Stories
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest
  • Wii bowling Wii bowling
  • Wine tasting Wine tasting
  • Yoga / chair yoga Yoga / chair yoga

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Red Oak, Iowa, offers a variety of amenities and services that cater to the needs of seniors. With multiple places of worship nearby, including Faith Community Church and Our Savior Lutheran Church, residents have convenient options for spiritual enrichment. In terms of healthcare, Montgomery County Memorial Hospital and Red Oak Physicians Clinic are within close proximity, ensuring easy access to medical services. The area also features a range of dining options such as Casa De Oro Mexican Restaurant and Subway, providing residents with diverse culinary choices. Additionally, parks like Chautauqua Park offer opportunities for outdoor recreation and leisurely walks. Overall, this neighborhood in Red Oak combines convenience, community support, and recreational offerings that make it a desirable location for senior living.

Places of Worship

  • Faith Community Church (0.1 miles)
  • Our Savior Lutheran Church (0.2 miles)
  • Assembly Of God Red Oak (0.3 miles)
  • Our Savior Lutheran Churc (0.9 miles)
  • Grace Baptist Church (0.9 miles)
  • St Mary's Catholic Church (1 miles)
  • Bethlehem Lutheran Church (1 miles)

Restaurants

  • KFC (0.3 miles)
  • Casa De Oro Mexican Restaurant (0.3 miles)
  • Wing Street (0.3 miles)
  • Taco Bell (0.4 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.1 miles)
  • Subway (1.2 miles)
  • China Gate Express (1.3 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Medicap Pharmacy (0.4 miles)
  • Red Oak Pharmacy (0.4 miles)
  • Stoner's Honeyman Drug Store (14.6 miles)
  • R.H. Apothecary (19.9 miles)
  • George Jay's Drug Company (20 miles)

Hospitals

  • Regency Retirement Residence (0.4 miles)
  • Montgomery County Memorial Hospital (0.4 miles)
  • Red Oak Physicians Clinic (0.5 miles)
  • Red Oak Good Samaritan Center (0.7 miles)
  • Montgomery County Memorial Hospital (1.2 miles)
  • Womens Health Center (1.2 miles)
  • Red Oak Internal Medicine Clinic (14.6 miles)

Transportation

  • Montgomery County Memorial Heliport (0.5 miles)
  • T-C Taxidermy (1.3 miles)
  • Courtesy Cab Co. (1.7 miles)
  • U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (14.7 miles)

Physicians

  • Hematology Oncology Consultants (0.6 miles)
  • Griswold Medical Center (14.9 miles)
  • Methodist Physicians Clinic (19 miles)
  • Thomas Baer MD (19 miles)

Parks

  • Chautauqua Park (1 miles)
  • Fountain Park Farmer's Mkt (1.6 miles)
  • Pilot Grove County Park (12.2 miles)
  • Willow Slough State Game Management Area (13.3 miles)
  • Hacklebarney Woods County Park (13.3 miles)
  • Shenandoah Parks & Recreation (20 miles)

Theaters

  • Grand Theatre (1.6 miles)
  • Dreamland Theatre (17.6 miles)
  • Legacy 3 Theatres (20 miles)

Cafes

  • The Buck Snort (1.6 miles)
  • The Bridge Coffeehouse (1.6 miles)
  • Coe Creek Cafe (8.7 miles)
  • Nishna Valley Cafe (19.9 miles)

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