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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Sawyer, IA

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If your loved one needs memory care in Sawyer, A Place for Mom can help. With 35 memory care facilities in Sawyer, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Sawyer incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Sawyer memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Sawyer, 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 Burlington, Keokuk and Mount Pleasant.

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Provides: Assisted Living
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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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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.
Legacy Estates of Monmouth Legacy Estates of Monmouth is an assisted living community that is available to those seniors who are looking to call Monmouth, IL their home. This large and comfortable community offers a home in a growing city that is full of prosperity and good things. Legacy Estates...
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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.
Courtyard Estates of Monmouth is an assisted living community located in Monmouth, Illinois, in a home like environment. Our campus is well cared for and located only minutes from various shopping areas, medical offices, and restaurants. Within our community, residents will enjoy spacious...
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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.
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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
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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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The facility is very clean and the staff have been great so far! The facility was also a great fit because it fit our budget and location needs. Courtyard Estates has proven to be the best choice for my...
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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.
The Courtyard Estates of Bushnell is an assisted living community located in the heart of Bushnell, Illinois, just minutes from all that Peoria has to offer. As a modern, home like environment, our assisted living community provides a positive, supportive environment for our residents. We're near...
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Cost of memory care in Sawyer, IA

The average cost of senior living in Sawyer is $4,273 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Rome, IA with an average of $3,874 per month.

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

Sawyer, IA
$4,273/mo

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

Sawyer, IA
$4,273/mo
$4,388/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,273/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,306/mo
Studio
$4,868/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,528/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,978/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Sawyer over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Sawyer

Recent reviews for memory care in Sawyer

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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Brookstone of Aledo

5.0
The staff at Brookstone of Aledo is absolutely wonderful. Everyone is loving and caring and makes a deeply personal relationships with the residents. The food is great. From the front desk and marketing director to the executive director, nursing staff, food service staff, activities ...
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Sawyer review score based on 41 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 41 reviews of 35 Sawyer memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Sawyer 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

Sawyer review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Sawyer, IA35 facilities
8.3
Fort Madison, IA49 facilities
8.2
West Point, IA42 facilities

Review subcategories for Sawyer 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 41 reviews of 35 Sawyer memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Sawyer 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.
Sawyer, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.8
4.4
Friendliness
4.9
4.5
Care services
4.7
4.2
Staff
4.9
4.4
Meals & dining
4.5
4.0
Activities
4.7
4.0
Value for cost*
4.7
4.0
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Sawyer memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sawyer memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sawyer, 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 Sawyer 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 Sawyer that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Sawyer, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
28.6%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
8.6%
48.7%
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
37.1%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
5.7%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
28.6%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
28.6%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Sawyer 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 Sawyer Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Sawyer, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
22.9%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
14.3%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
25.7%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
8.6%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sawyer 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 Sawyer partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sawyer, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
8.6%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.3%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
17.1%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
17.1%
50.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Sawyer 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 Sawyer communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sawyer, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25.7%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
20%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.6%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sawyer 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 Sawyer offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sawyer, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
22.9%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
8.6%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.1%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.3%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25.7%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
34.3%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.9%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
8.6%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.9%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
25.7%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
17.1%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.1%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookstone of Aledo, Addington Place of Burlington and Ridgeview Assisted Living are the top-rated memory care facilities near Sawyer, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 35 memory care facilities near Sawyer, Iowa. See the full list.

The 35 memory care facilities near you in Sawyer, Iowa typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Sawyer, 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 Sawyer, 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 Sawyer, Iowa ranges from $1975 to $7193. The average Memory Care cost in Sawyer, Iowa is $4,273. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Sawyer, Iowa typically starts at $1975. 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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