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Alzheimer’s care in Chester incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Chester memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Chester, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
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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.
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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
Care types provided by this community
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.
Whispering Willow Assisted Living and Memory Wing opened its doors in 2008 to provide assistance and care to elders desiring some assistance to help enjoy their lives. Our location at 601 Dawn Avenue in Fredericksburg Iowa is on the edge of town allowing a peaceful and relaxing environment...
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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.
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, 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.
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
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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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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.
Cottagewood Senior Communities Memory Care in Rochester, Olmsted County, Minnesota is an assisted living community specializing in memory care for seniors with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Our tranquil community offers a beautiful environment with walking paths and an abundance of flowering gardens....
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My father has recently made the move into this community and I could have not picked a better place for him to go. The staff have all been perfect and I absolutely comfortable with the care they have been...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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
Care types provided by this community
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
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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
Care types provided by this community
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
Care types provided by this community
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, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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
Care types provided by this community
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
Care types provided by this community
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 Chester, IA
The average cost of senior living in Chester is $4,049 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fort Atkinson, IA with an average of $3,198 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Chester, IA vs. nearby cities
Chester, IA
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Chester, IA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about memory care in Chester
Recent reviews for memory care in Chester
Homestead of Mason City
4.0
Compared to other homes in the area they are most cost effective. In regards to my other numbers 3 is average. Could do a little more activity but being a smaller size I know they are limited with staff. Overall experience has been good so far.
AVIVA River Bend in Rochester, MN
5.0
We chose River Bend Assisted Living and Memory Care because it was close to family and it was cheaper than others we looked into at the time. The only room we have seen is the room for 2 that they have, they wanted to stay together and it has been perfect for them. We have not eaten here but my ...
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Cottagewood Memory Care Rochester
4.5
We have been pretty satisfied with Cottagewood so far. They have worked very well with us through a difficult time, and we appreciate it. I would give them a four or four and a half. We don't have any major complaints.
Chester review score based on 46 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 46 reviews of 79 Chester memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Chester 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
Chester review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Chester 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 46 reviews of 79 Chester memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Chester 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.Chester, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
3.7
4.2
Staff
4.1
4.4
Meals & dining
3.5
4.1
Activities
3.3
4.0
Value for cost*
3.4
4.0
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Chester memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Chester memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Chester, 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 Chester 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 Chester that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Chester, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
27.8%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
3.8%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.9%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.7%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
29.1%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
11.4%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.5%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
19%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
25.3%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Chester 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 Chester Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Chester, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
25.3%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
16.5%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
22.8%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.6%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Chester 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 Chester partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Chester, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
6.3%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
11.4%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
11.4%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
7.6%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.8%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Chester 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 Chester communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Chester, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
5.1%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
12.7%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
13.9%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.1%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Chester 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 Chester offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Chester, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
15.2%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.7%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
8.9%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
24.1%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
24.1%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
22.8%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.5%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
5.1%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.4%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
15.2%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
22.8%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
5.1%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.6%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
13.9%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cascade Creek Memory Care, Cedars of Austin and Harmony Place are the top-rated memory care facilities near Chester, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 98 memory care facilities near Chester, Iowa. See the full list.
The 98 memory care facilities near you in Chester, Iowa typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Chester, Iowa, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
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The cost of memory care facilities in Chester, Iowa ranges from $120 to $7500. The average Memory Care cost in Chester, Iowa is $4,049. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Chester, Iowa typically starts at $120. 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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