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Assisted Living Programs in Ruthven, Iowa

Ruthven has one licensed assisted living program, Ruthven Community Care Center, with room for 30 residents. Because options in Ruthven are limited, we also list the 5 nearest licensed homes in surrounding communities below. Every home here is verified against Iowa Department of Inspections records for Palo Alto County.

Families in Iowa typically pay $3,500 to $5,500 per month for a shared room and $4,500 to $7,000 for a private room. Estimate your cost or learn how assisted living programs work.

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Licensed homes near Ruthven

Ruthven has only one licensed home, so these are the closest assisted living programs in surrounding communities, sorted by distance.

Common questions about care homes in Ruthven

How many assisted living programs are in Ruthven, Iowa?
Ruthven has 1 licensed assisted living program in Palo Alto County. Statewide, Iowa licenses 78 small residential care homes.
How much does a assisted living program in Ruthven cost?
Across Iowa, a shared room in a small licensed care home typically runs $3,500 to $5,500 per month and a private room $4,500 to $7,000, based on 2026 Genworth Cost of Care Survey figures and operator data. The exact rate depends on care needs, so use our free cost estimator for a personalized figure.
Who licenses assisted living programs in Ruthven?
Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing licenses and inspects every assisted living program in Ruthven. You can verify any home's license status in the official state database before you tour.
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