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If your loved one needs memory care in Amber, A Place for Mom can help. With 115 memory care facilities in Amber, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Amber incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Amber memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Amber, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Evergreen Estates is and has been locally owned and managed by experienced caring staff since 1993. Decisions about our organization are made locally by our owner and in the best interest of those whose care we have been entrusted. Our team is a group of professionals who believe we have more......Read more
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-Very satisfied -Like the 24hr nurse and activities are tops -It's like one big extended family - many friends -Very top staff -They allow my husband to do indoor and outdoor gardening! -Play much...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Evergreen Estates is and has been locally owned and managed by experienced caring staff since 1993. Decisions about our organization are made locally by our owner and in the best interest of those whose care we have been entrusted. Our team is a group of professionals who believe we have more......Read more
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
With several open-concept floor plans to choose from, our apartment homes are comfortable, easy to navigate and designed to maximize living and entertaining. And because they’re all maintenance-free, you or your loved one won’t even have to change a light bulb.Outside, there’s a thriving......Read more
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Originally built as a school in 1893, for nearly 100 years the building was used to educate and foster thousands of East Dubuque’s young people. Now the building will foster the individual growth and independence for some of those same people as seniors. It is a totally unexpected homecoming for......Read more
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.

Cost of memory care in Amber, IA

The average cost of senior living in Amber is $4,289 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hopkinton, IA with an average of $3,063 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Amber, IA vs. nearby cities

Amber, IA
$4,289/mo
$4,241/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Amber, IA vs. the state and national average

Amber, IA
$4,289/mo
$4,388/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Amber vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$4,289/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Amber, IA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,788/mo
Studio
$5,143/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,641/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,132/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Amber over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Amber

Recent reviews for memory care in Amber

Boyson Heights Senior Living in Cedar Rapids, IA

5.0
The staff is very easy to work with. They treat our father with respect and seem to really care about him. We can call anytime and get any questions answered. His room is always clean. We had his 90th birthday family party at the facility, which worked out wonderfully. We would definitely ...
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Terrace Glen Village in Marion, IA

5.0
Moved in day one! No regrets. I'm not interested in facade and opulence. All I need is kindness and respect. Showered with both here.

Silvercrest at Garner in Davenport, IA

5.0
My apartment is very nice and nicely decorated. I got the first floor so I do not have to take the elevator. I like the fact that they always have a lot of activities going on, and they are optional. They have a continental breakfast every morning and the option for lunch or breakfast. The food ...
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Amber review score based on 123 family reviews

7.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 123 reviews of 97 Amber memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Amber review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Amber review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
Amber, IA97 facilities
7.8
Anamosa, IA115 facilities
7.9
Monticello, IA112 facilities

Review subcategories for Amber memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 123 reviews of 97 Amber memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Amber resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Amber, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
4.3
4.0
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Amber memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Amber memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Amber, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Amber memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Amber that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Amber, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
40.2%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
11.3%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.9%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.9%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
41.2%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
15.5%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.9%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.3%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
39.2%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Amber memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Amber Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Amber, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
42.3%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
27.8%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
36.1%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.4%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Amber memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Amber partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Amber, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20.6%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
24.7%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
20.6%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.6%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.1%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Amber memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Amber communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Amber, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.5%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.9%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
27.8%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.5%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Amber memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Amber offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Amber, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
35.1%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19.6%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.7%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.3%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.1%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.3%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.7%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.9%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.1%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
36.1%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
22.7%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.8%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.1%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 115 memory care facilities near Amber, Iowa. See the full list.

The 115 memory care facilities near you in Amber, Iowa typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Amber, Iowa, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Amber, Iowa, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Amber, Iowa ranges from $595 to $9600. The average Memory Care cost in Amber, Iowa is $4,289. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Amber, Iowa typically starts at $595. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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