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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Colo, IA

Last Updated: 2/21/25

If you’re looking for assisted living in Colo, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Colo or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Colo.

From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Colo for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 14 assisted living facilities in the Colo area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.


You may also consider nearby communities such as Nevada, State Center or Iowa Center.

Colo Assisted Living Facilities | 133 Reviews

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Average starting price of Assisted Living in Colo, IA is $4,718/month. Learn more
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Recent reviews of Assisted Living in Colo, IA
Northridge Village in Ames, IA
5.0 / 5.0

Northridge VIllage is a very professionally run community with compassionate, efficient personnel. The atmosphere is friendly and welcoming for residents' demeanors and outlooks. The healthful meals are tasty, nicely varied and attractive and we appreciate the cleanliness of handling foodstuffs. Employees appear to be happy with their employment. Entertainment opportunities are numerous and diverse.

Courtyard Estates at Hawthorne Crossing in Bondurant, IA
5.0 / 5.0

The community at the Courtyard Estates at Hawthorne Crossing is wonderful. My loved one is enjoying the variety of meals served. The community has a wide range of great activities for the residents to enjoy and participate in. The community is very welcoming and feels like home. The staff have been very pleasant and helpful every step of the way. The location is very convenient for family and friends.

The Suites of Ankeny
4.1 / 5.0

The Suites of Ankey is a quaint facility and the staff really cares about the residents Apartment sizes are great! There are not many amenities provided. I would recommend this facility, it fits my moms needs well.

Independence Village of Ames

1325 Coconino Rd, Ames, IA 50014

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Things are going well. You have been taking great care of us. My wife us eating better here. We get walks to the DR and she is walking better.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Welcome to Independence Village! At Independence Village of Ames, we enjoy spending time getting to know our residents and helping them explore the best living options for each of their specific needs. We’re here to assist with daily tasks like housekeeping, getting ready for the day, or even...

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Windsor Manor Nevada

1642 South G Avenue, Nevada, IA 50201

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Windsor Manor staff feel like family. They get to know you on a personal level. They go above and beyond the expected, always. I would highly recommend them to others looking to place a loved one. Her time...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Live the life at Windsor Manor! Experience the best of retirement living with the helpful support you need 24 hours a day. Our seniors love their spacious apartment homes with country views. They also enjoy time with their neighbors and friends in our beautiful community and blooming courtyard...

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Bickford of Ames

2418 Kent Ave, Ames, IA 50010

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12 reviews

It’s been a wonderful experience for my grandma. The care for my grandma is priority and Bickford of Ames has continuously shown her exceptionally good care and kindness. I would recommend Bickford of Ames...

Provides: Assisted Living
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If you think there’s not much going on in a senior living community, you’ve never been to Bickford. Imagine your loved one enjoying delicious, scratch-made meals, having a friendly caregiver always nearby, and a calendar chock-full of social activities. Our family of caregivers will do whatever...

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The Rose of Ames

1315 Coconino Road, Ames, IA 50014

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The staff are nice and helpful. My mother in law is enjoying some of the daily activities offered. The food is good and they offer god sized portions. They do keep the community clean. I would recommend...

Provides: Assisted Living
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The Rose of Ames Affordable Assisted Living community is located in Ames, Iowa. The community has 56 units situated in a tranquil residential neighborhood on the border of Ames in Story County. It is also located in a part that has low crime rates making it quite safe for residents. The Mary...

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Heartwood House

1801 20th Street, Ames, IA 50010

1 review

We did not have a set appointment when we had taken the tour of this house but the lady was very kind when we showed up and made sure to give us a detailed look at there home. i just had a hard time with the...

Provides: Memory Care

Heartwood House is an assisted living community located in the lovey and quaint city of Ames, Story County, Iowa. Ames is a picturesque midwestern town with lots of green grass, trees, and wide streets. This college town is actually considered to be one of the best college towns in the United...

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Northcrest Community

1801 20th St, Ames, IA 50010

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

Northridge Village

3300 George W Carver Avenue, Ames, IA 50010

21 reviews

Northridge Village has light, cheerful apartments with a convenient kitchen. There is a "family feel" with residents sincerely interested in being helpful and caring. We appreciate people in the medical...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

Ballard Creek Community

908 N Highway 69, Huxley, IA 50124

Provides: Assisted Living

Green Hills Health Care Center

2210 Hamilton Dr, Ames, IA 50014

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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Timberland Village

725 Timberland Dr, Story City, IA 50248

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living

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Timberland Village

725 Timberland Dr, Story City, IA 50248

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living

Cedar Place

812 Cedar St, Story City, IA 50248

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living

Cedar Place

812 Cedar St, Story City, IA 50248

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living

Embers

1211 W State St, Marshalltown, IA 50158

Provides: Assisted Living
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Cost of assisted living in Colo, IA

The average cost of senior living in Colo is 4,718 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Baxter, IA with an average of 4,282 per month.

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What is assisted living?

Assisted living is long-term care for seniors who are generally active and independent, but who require increased supervision and help with some daily tasks. Staff can assist residents with activities of daily living like dressing, bathing, and medication management. Assisted living is also a good option for seniors seeking more socialization. Services and amenities in assisted living facilities often include:

  • Housekeeping
  • Nutritious meals and snacks
  • Help with personal care
  • Laundry
  • Social activities and outings
  • 24-hour emergency response
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There are 14 assisted living facilities near Colo, Iowa. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Colo, Iowa are Independence Village of Ames. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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