When choosing an Independent Living community, families should consider Copper Shores Village for its supportive staff and abundant activities, while also weighing concerns about management issues and food quality against The Shores at Pleasant Hill's appealing environment, continuity of care, and favorable dining options despite criticisms regarding room sizes and costs.
Community
Independence Village of Pella
4.9 from 212 reviews
#2 Best reviewed of independent living in Monroe
$1,822 to $2,060 per month
Independence Village is a vibrant and welcoming independent living community praised for its spacious apartments, engaging activities, exceptional dining experience, and dedicated staff, creating a joyful and fulfilling environment for residents.
Great Staff
Hearthstone Pella
4.5 from 34 reviews
#3 Best reviewed of independent living in Monroe
Hearthstone offers spacious, clean "Cottages" with a vibrant community atmosphere, while Pella Manor features charming balconies with serene views amidst mature trees, though it has shared laundry facilities.
Newton Village
4.0 from 9 reviews
#4 Best reviewed of independent living in Monroe
$1,250 to $2,880 per month
Newton Village in Newton, IA offers a vibrant Independent Living community with engaging activities, comfortable amenities, nutritious dining, and convenient access to local services.
Active Lifestyle
Newton Village
4.0 from 9 reviews
#5 Best reviewed of independent living in Monroe
Reviews of a Des Moines area independent living community highlight its cleanliness and friendly, professional staff, but also note that it may not suit everyone's activity levels or financial needs due to its lack of Medicaid acceptance.
Supportive Environment
Prairie Vista Village
4.6 from 53 reviews
#6 Best reviewed of independent living in Monroe
Prairie Vista Village offers modern, spacious apartments with helpful amenities and attentive staff, but potential residents may find the limited social activities and dining options less appealing compared to other independent living communities.
Emergency Response
Edencrest at The Tuscany
4.2 from 58 reviews
#7 Best reviewed of independent living in Monroe
$2,200 to $3,550 per month
Edencrest at Tuscany offers a modern, aesthetically pleasing environment with spacious living areas and engaging activities, but potential residents should be aware of concerns regarding staff turnover, communication issues, and inconsistent training that may impact overall care quality.
Friendly Staff
Edencrest At Riverwoods
3.9 from 41 reviews
#8 Best reviewed of independent living in Monroe
$3,860 to $5,330 per month
Edencrest at Riverwoods offers a clean and friendly environment with affordable options and engaging community activities, but potential residents should consider concerns regarding dining quality and staffing levels before deciding.
The Estates of Pella
5.0 from 5 reviews
#9 Best reviewed of independent living in Monroe
$1,394 per month
The Estates of Pella in Pella, IA offers a range of amenities and services for seniors, but it may lack the same level of independence and privacy some individuals desire.
Prairie Village Apartments
3.8 from 11 reviews
#10 Best reviewed of independent living in Monroe
Prairie Village Apartments in Pella, IA, though vibrant and supportive with nearby amenities, lacks immediate access to diverse health care options and may not offer the independence some seniors seek.
Vintage Cooperative of Altoona
5.0 from 5 reviews
#11 Best reviewed of independent living in Monroe
$1,344 to $1,391 per month
Vintage Cooperative of Altoona offers spacious apartments and a variety of amenities in a supportive environment, but lacks on-site dining options and may require residents to rely on nearby restaurants for meals.
Candleridge Apartments
3.0 from 3 reviews
#12 Best reviewed of independent living in Monroe
Candleridge Apartments offers spacious, well-designed apartments for seniors seeking independence, but it may lack some privacy due to 24/7 staff presence and communal activities.
Candleridge Apartments
2.0 from 4 reviews
#13 Best reviewed of independent living in Monroe
Candleridge Apartments in Bondurant, IA, while offering proximity to pharmacies, physicians, restaurants, and entertainment, may not provide extensive amenities for those seeking a more independent lifestyle without support services.
East View Manor
4.0 from 4 reviews
#14 Best reviewed of independent living in Monroe
East View Manor, while offering ample amenities including cafes, parks, healthcare facilities, and dining options, may lack the independence some seniors seek due to its structured environment.
Carlisle Villa
#15 Best reviewed of independent living in Monroe
Pella Manor
#16 Best reviewed of independent living in Monroe
Pella Manor in Pella, IA offers a vibrant independent living community with convenient access to amenities and nearby medical facilities, but may lack on-site devotional services.
Hickory Grove Apartments
#17 Best reviewed of independent living in Monroe
Hickory Grove Apartments in Des Moines, IA, while offering various nearby amenities and a supportive environment, may lack the privacy and independence often sought in senior living communities.
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Dogs & Cats
The Shores
4.5 from 39 reviews
$2,592 to $6,196 per month
When choosing an Independent Living community, families should consider Copper Shores Village for its supportive staff and abundant activities, while also weighing concerns about management issues and food quality against The Shores at Pleasant Hill's appealing environment, continuity of care, and favorable dining options despite criticisms regarding room sizes and costs.
Dogs & Cats
Independence Village of Pella
4.9 from 212 reviews
$1,822 to $2,060 per month
Independence Village is a vibrant and welcoming independent living community praised for its spacious apartments, engaging activities, exceptional dining experience, and dedicated staff, creating a joyful and fulfilling environment for residents.
Dogs & Cats
Newton Village
4.0 from 9 reviews
Reviews of a Des Moines area independent living community highlight its cleanliness and friendly, professional staff, but also note that it may not suit everyone's activity levels or financial needs due to its lack of Medicaid acceptance.
Dogs & Cats
Edencrest at The Tuscany
4.2 from 58 reviews
$2,200 to $3,550 per month
Edencrest at Tuscany offers a modern, aesthetically pleasing environment with spacious living areas and engaging activities, but potential residents should be aware of concerns regarding staff turnover, communication issues, and inconsistent training that may impact overall care quality.
Dogs & Cats
Edencrest At Riverwoods
3.9 from 41 reviews
$3,860 to $5,330 per month
Edencrest at Riverwoods offers a clean and friendly environment with affordable options and engaging community activities, but potential residents should consider concerns regarding dining quality and staffing levels before deciding.