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5 Best Memory Care Facilities in Donnellson, IA

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If your loved one needs memory care in Donnellson, A Place for Mom can help. With 5 memory care facilities in Donnellson, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Bluff Park.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Fort Madison, West Burlington and Keosauqua.

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Photo of River Valley Place of Fort Madison
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This was the first time we had had an experience with assistant living. After the first month we realized our dad probably needed more help than we realized. They were very helpful with us and kept him...
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.
River Valley Place in Fort Madison offers premier senior living options, including assisted living, assisted living memory care, and respite care. Our community fosters a welcoming and friendly environment where residents can truly thrive, feel at home, and form meaningful friendships.We provide...
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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.
First built in 1912, Sacred Heart Hospital quickly became an important member of the Fort Madison community; a place families counted on for service and caring. Today, that spirit of community service has been preserved as The Kensington, a proud landmark in southeast Iowa. Centrally...
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My mom is currently residing at Donnellson Health Center in Iowa. She is in their Northbrook memory care and has been for over a year. She is well taken care of and is treated like one of the family. My...
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.
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Cost of memory care in Donnellson, IA

The average cost of senior living in Donnellson is $4,823 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Stockport, IA with an average of $3,874 per month.

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

Donnellson, IA
$4,823/mo
$4,431/mo

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

Donnellson, IA
$4,823/mo
$4,388/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,823/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,895/mo
Studio
$4,869/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,286/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,747/mo

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What families are saying about memory care in Donnellson

Recent reviews for memory care in Donnellson

Ridgeview Assisted Living in Burlington, IA

5.0
[name removed] loved it there. Staff was great. It was his home. The atmosphere was very bright and cheery, it felt very welcoming.

Addington Place of Burlington

4.5
We chose this facility for my Dad and so far it’s been great. It worked out well when placing him in a room because now he has a view of a nearby farm and doesn’t have to look at a parking lot. The staff has been really good with us. They helped us understand the entire process and they got my ...
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Bickford of Burlington

5.0
We chose Bickford of Burlington because we knew some people that worked here so we knew the staff members were good at what they do so we felt more comfortable putting my parents here. I have only seen my moms room and it is nice size. The best part about the community so far has definitely been ...
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Donnellson memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Donnellson memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Donnellson, 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 Donnellson 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 Donnellson that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Donnellson, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
40%
66.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
40%
72.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
40%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Donnellson 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 Donnellson Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Donnellson, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
40%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Donnellson 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 Donnellson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Donnellson, IANational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
50.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Donnellson 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 Donnellson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Donnellson, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
40%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Donnellson 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 Donnellson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Donnellson, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
39.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
20%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 5 memory care facilities near Donnellson, Iowa. See the full list.

The 5 memory care facilities near you in Donnellson, Iowa typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Donnellson, 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 Donnellson, 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 Donnellson, Iowa ranges from $2512 to $7193. The average Memory Care cost in Donnellson, Iowa is $4,823. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Donnellson, Iowa typically starts at $2512. 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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