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Praire Hills At Independence

505 Enterprise Drive Sw, Independence, IA 50644

Assisted Living Memory Care Respite Care
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(800) 780-8101

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(319) 332-2999

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $3,830

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $3,837
  • Average State Price: $3,689
  • Average National Price: $3,754


  • Praire Hills At Independence Description

    Praire Hills At Independence is a very large 104 bed community that offers assisted living, memory care and respite care and is located in the small town of Independence, Iowa and is part of the Prairie Hills network of communities. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 7.6 out of 10 making it the 2nd highest rated community in the city out of 4 communities. See more information on reviews.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Memory Care

    Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.

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    Community Reviews

    8.0
    Praire Hills At Independence
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 26 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 1 out of 4 communities in Independence
  • Ranking in State: 361 out of 578 communities in IA
  • Food and Dining A

    Facility and Grounds A

    Care B

    Staff B



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Positive Reviews:

    • Residents and their families have had wonderful experiences, highlighting the excellent care and services provided.
    • The dining experience is likened to a restaurant, with a variety of food options and the ability to order from a menu.
    • Living spaces are described as apartment-like, with personal thermostats, the option to have pets, and a calendar full of activities.
    • Several reviews praise the social environment, the ability to maintain privacy, and the comprehensive services including meals, cleaning, and laundry.
    • Staff members express a strong sense of community and fulfillment from making a positive impact on residents' lives.

    Critical Review:

    • Concerns were raised about staffing levels, with reports of insufficient staff to resident ratios leading to safety concerns, such as falls.
    • Other issues mentioned include the quality of food, the appearance of staff uniforms, unclear identification of staff and visitors, and financial concerns regarding upfront fees.

    Overall:

    While many reviews highlight the positive aspects of living and working at Prairie Hills, including the care, environment, and community, there are concerns regarding staffing and financial policies that potential residents and their families may want to consider.


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    Health

    Wellness

    Assistance with daily living

    Respite care services

    Palliative care


    Services

    Short-term stays


    Activities

    Music therapy


    Community Amenities

    Gardens

    Security


    Room Amenities

    Guest suites



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Independence which is 1.4 miles away and has a population of 6,028 (very small town).
    • The average income is $67,699, which is high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 74
      • Low Temperature: 20
      • Average Temperature: 49.4
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 133 days of rain, 46 days of snow and 184 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 2.2 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 4.23 per 100 people which is average compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 0.85 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 1.46 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 1.48 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 79.07 years old, which is high compared to other zip codes.

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    Supermarkets

    Walmart Supercenter
    0.3 miles away
    Fareway
    0.6 miles away
    Fareway Meat & Grocery
    15.5 miles away
    Independence Liquor-Food Store
    20.9 miles away
    Cork's Grocery
    21.5 miles away

    None Found

    None Found

    Banks

    Bank Iowa
    0.3 miles away
    Walker State Bank
    12.8 miles away
    Regions Bank
    21.7 miles away
    Wells Fargo
    22.7 miles away
    Farmers State Bank
    22.7 miles away

    Hospitals

    Independence Mental Health Institute
    1.1 miles away
    Buchanan County Health Center
    1.8 miles away
    MercyOne Oelwein Medical Center
    15.5 miles away
    Virginia Gay Hospital
    19.9 miles away
    Regional Medical Center
    22.1 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Ryan Pharmacy
    1.8 miles away
    Hy-Vee Pharmacy
    21.9 miles away

    Dentists

    Oelwein Dental Associates
    15.2 miles away
    Preventative Family Dentistry
    15.5 miles away

    Parks

    Orchard Park
    0.6 miles away
    Independence
    0.9 miles away
    3rd Ward Park
    1.0 miles away
    Three Elms County Park
    1.3 miles away
    Veteran's Park
    1.3 miles away

    None Found

    Shopping

    Crossroads Mall
    21.6 miles away

    Culture

    Riverwalk Parks Community Bandshell
    1.6 miles away
    RiverLoop Amphitheatre
    22.8 miles away

    Restaurants

    Bill's Pizza and Smokehouse
    1.3 miles away
    Choung Garden
    1.3 miles away
    Mr Pete's Mexican Grill
    1.4 miles away
    Del Rio
    1.4 miles away
    First Street Deli
    1.4 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of IA. It is a large-sized community with 104 total beds.

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