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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Elon, IA
If your loved one needs memory care in Elon, A Place for Mom can help. With 80 memory care facilities in Elon, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Elon incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Elon memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Elon, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Decorah, Prairie du Chien and Wauzeka.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Decorah, Prairie du Chien and Wauzeka.
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8.9
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Great rehab team and nurses. Well ran facility and good management. Food was great. Staff was very friendly and helpful. I felt well cared for and my health needs were met. No concerns or issues. Would stay...
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.
Benedictine Living Community–La Crosse is a faith-based senior care community nestled on the bank of the Mississippi River. Our mission is to provide caring support that enables those we serve to live fully and live well. At Benedictine Living Community-La Crosse, you or your loved one will...
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Our father needed more assistance in his day to day life. He was living in Iowa and choosing Harmony Place meant he would be closer to family. It was a lot of work getting him into a different state but the...
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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All the staff at Traditions were so helpful. Even staff I haven’t gotten to meet and work behind the scenes have been amazing. My father in law loves his new place and has great things to say about everyone...
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.
Traditions of Preston is a senior living home in Preston, Minnesota offering both memory care and assisted living care. We pride ourselves on offering plenty of enrichment and high quality opportunities for each of our residents. Our community is unique and feels as if it were its own family,...
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8.5
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The quality of care my loved one received the staff members at Schmitt Woodland Hills was amazing right up to the day that she passed. Based on the experience we had, we would recommend this community to...
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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8.0
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5 reviews
My family and loved one had a great experience with the community. The staff and residents are friendly. The community is clean. The staff was willing to get to know the residents and do special things...
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.
Park Lane Estates is an assisted living community, with beautiful landscaped grounds, gardens, and walkways, located in Preston, Minnesota. Outdoor enthusiasts know Preston better as 'America's Trout Capital,' while others come to Preston to visit Preston Overlook, Mystery Cave State Park, or the...
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Brookdale is a wonderful home. It is smaller than some and the care is great, the meals home nice and the staff couldn't be better. Just a great happy home for those who need it.
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.
Our assisted living community in Onalaska, Wis., offers an engaging social life that will pull you away from the TV and into card and board games, happy hour socials, fitness classes, lively meals and fun outings. You’ll find other seniors to bond with over mutual interests and common...
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Staff are very kind and professional. The only things that we felt was not great. Food. They served cold plates a lot. The pricing went up several times. A couple months after they got there they were...
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.
Garden View Place Assisted Living and Memory Care Community is a staple in Northeast Iowa for seniors who value independence, freedom of choice, and the company of those who share common values and lifestyles. Our friendly and caring staff is here to make life a little easier and a lot more...
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4 reviews
A quiet and personal hallway and room
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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My husband suffered a fall in our home in [date removed] (hitting his head). Would not go to ER. Had a seizure at home - hosp. month of [date removed] - skilled care (not good) in [location removed]. ...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
No matter where an individual is on life’s journey, each has the right to live in a dignified manner and to enjoy meaningful experiences every day. If your loved one has Alzheimer’s disease or other types of dementia, our community in La Crosse, Wis., offers exceptional memory care in a safe,...
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8 reviews
Facility was a bit understaffed. My parents recognized this and felt bad for the care givers who were working long hours. That being said, it didn't seem to affect the care. Most of the staff I seen were...
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.
At our assisted living community in La Crosse, Wis., a thriving regional hub for education and technology, we believe sustaining social relationships and friendships is an integral part of aging well and living well. You’ll find other seniors to bond with over mutual interests and common...
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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.
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4.5 stars. The staff was awesome. My dad was there for a a month before he passed. It was a very rough road at the end. But the staff and the community were really helpful and compassionate. They...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
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.
Our Senior Apartments in Richland Center offer seniors the opportunity to enjoy the benefits of living in a community environment while maintaining independence and privacy. All Our House Senior Living RCAC Apartments offer a full complement of amenities and services including private apartments...
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
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
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
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
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.
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, 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.
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 Elon, IA
The average cost of senior living in Elon is $3,958 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Calmar, IA with an average of $3,198 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Elon, IA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about memory care in Elon
Recent reviews for memory care in Elon
Park Lane Estates in Preston, MN
5.0
I couldn't be any more pleased with this community, and all they have done for us. Everything is working out very well, and my mother is doing great since her move here. This is the best community for her, and her needs. They are taking very good care of her. A place for mom was great with all ...
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Springbrook Community Assisted Living in Onalaska, WI
4.8
Springbrook has been very helpful and attentive to the needs of my parents. When a concern was raised about the sodium content of the food served, a concerted effort was made to accommodate my Mom's special needs by prearranging alternative food selections to stay within her doctor ordered ...
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Brookdale LaCrosse (MC) in La Crosse, WI
5.0
The community was good at assisting my loved on in getting acclimated. The community has done wonders with my loved one. I know my loved one is receiving great care. I would recommend the community to others.
Elon review score based on 27 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 27 reviews of 65 Elon memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Elon 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
Elon review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Elon 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 27 reviews of 65 Elon memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Elon 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.Elon, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.4
Friendliness
4.3
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.4
Meals & dining
3.8
4.1
Activities
3.8
4.0
Value for cost*
3.7
4.0
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Elon memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elon memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elon, 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 Elon 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 Elon that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Elon, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
26.2%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
7.7%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.8%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.5%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
26.2%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
12.3%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.8%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
18.5%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
24.6%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Elon 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 Elon Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Elon, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
24.6%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
13.8%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
20%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10.8%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Elon 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 Elon partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Elon, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
4.6%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
7.7%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
9.2%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
7.7%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.1%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Elon 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 Elon communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Elon, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
4.6%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
12.3%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
12.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.7%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elon 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 Elon offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Elon, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
10.8%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.3%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.7%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
23.1%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
23.1%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
18.5%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.5%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
6.2%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
12.3%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
16.9%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
21.5%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
4.6%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.7%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
18.5%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Benedictine Living Community La Crosse, Harmony Place and Traditions of Preston are the top-rated memory care facilities near Elon, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 80 memory care facilities near Elon, Iowa. See the full list.
The 80 memory care facilities near you in Elon, Iowa typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Elon, 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 Elon, 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 Elon, Iowa ranges from $120 to $7500. The average Memory Care cost in Elon, Iowa is $3,958. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Elon, 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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