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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Dow City, IA
If your loved one needs memory care in Dow City, A Place for Mom can help. With 48 memory care facilities in Dow City, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Dow City incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Dow City memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Dow City, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Denison, Schleswig and Woodbine.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Denison, Schleswig and Woodbine.
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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, 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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First impression was great we think the staff team there does amazing work. When it comes to the value for cost we do think our loved one is in the best place he could be. We are still not able to come to...
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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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I had my Mom in this facility and was extremely impressed with the care. My Mom was in there for rehab and I really can't say enough about the quality of care, the excellant customer service, the true...
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.
What kind of healthcare are you looking for -- long-term nursing services? a little help with day-to-day activities? specialized care for a loved one showing signs of Alzheimer’s disease? Regardless of the level of care you need, our goal is to provide dignified, personal care assistance in a...
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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, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.
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.
“Great Friends, Great times and a Great Place to Call Home” More than a motto for Bethany Heights, this is our goal for every resident. If you are searching for a home for your loved one where they can live independently in a safe, friendly atmosphere, look no further! At Bethany Heights, we...
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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.
What kind of healthcare are you looking for -- long-term nursing services? a little help with day-to-day activities? specialized care for a loved one showing signs of Alzheimer’s disease? Regardless of the level of care you need, our goal is to provide dignified, personal care assistance in a...
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 Dow City, IA
The average cost of senior living in Dow City is $3,875 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Soldier, IA with an average of $3,287 per month.
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What families are saying about memory care in Dow City
Recent reviews for memory care in Dow City
Oakland Heights Assisted Living
4.8
Recently my father has been needing more help and we have looked at several assisted living places. We have had such a positive experience in a very difficult time. Thank you Oakland Assisted Living, we look forward to moving forward with you.
The Rose of Council Bluffs
5.0
I would recommend to others. They have been very helpful. We picked this community because it's a very nice, and friendly community.
Homestead of Denison
4.6
My father moved in the summer of [date removed] before Covid locked everything down so we had a chance to get him settled in. During the pandemic when we were not able to visit, staff kept us up to date. Fortunately dad is still able to use his cell phone and reliably communicate what is going ...
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Dow City memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dow City memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dow City, 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 Dow City 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 Dow City that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dow City, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
43.2%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
5.4%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.3%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
40.5%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
24.3%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40.5%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
45.9%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Dow City 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 Dow City Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dow City, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
43.2%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
21.6%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
45.9%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.5%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dow City 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 Dow City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dow City, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
2.7%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
5.4%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
5.4%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.6%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.7%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Dow City 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 Dow City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dow City, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10.8%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
24.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.9%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dow City 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 Dow City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dow City, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
37.8%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.6%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.9%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.5%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.1%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40.5%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29.7%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.9%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.6%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
29.7%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
35.1%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
16.2%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.8%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.1%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Allen Place, Hansen House Harlan and Holstein Senior Living are the top-rated memory care facilities near Dow City, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 48 memory care facilities near Dow City, Iowa. See the full list.
The 48 memory care facilities near you in Dow City, Iowa typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Dow City, 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 Dow City, 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 Dow City, Iowa ranges from $590 to $8525. The average Memory Care cost in Dow City, Iowa is $3,875. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Dow City, Iowa typically starts at $590. 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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