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7 Best Memory Care Facilities in West Branch, IA

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If your loved one needs memory care in West Branch, A Place for Mom can help. With 7 memory care facilities in West Branch, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Worthington Acres and Lincolnway Village.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Iowa City, Coralville and Mount Vernon.

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Photo of Legacy Pointe
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2222 Floor plans available
9.4
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27 reviews
9.4
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27 reviews
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
11%
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She's enjoying the social activities, the religious service, and the food. We would absolutely recommend Legacy Pointe to other families based on the experience we have had so far.
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.
Legacy Senior Living is a retirement community that is located on the east side of Iowa City. They have two distinct communities located on their beautiful campus. This includes Independent Living & Assisted Living. All Legacy staff members take part in Hearthstone training that is renewed...
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6.5
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16 reviews
6.5
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16 reviews
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4 star
13%
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I would tell others the community was wonderful. I like the personal touches the community did for the residents and families. It was a smaller community all on one level. I wouldn't change anything about...
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.
With our HigherPath senior health model leading the way, Bickford redefines senior living. It's not just about care; it's about proactive well-being, enabling your loved one to live happier, healthier — longer.Our approach clearly resonates — our happiness ratings among residents are double the...
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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.
Photo of FeatherStone at Hickory Hill
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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.
With several open-concept floor plans to choose from, our apartment homes are comfortable, easy to navigate and designed to maximize living and entertaining. And because they’re all maintenance-free, you or your loved one won’t even have to change a light bulb.Outside, there’s a thriving...
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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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Cost of memory care in West Branch, IA

The average cost of senior living in West Branch is $4,560 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wilton, IA with an average of $3,994 per month.

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

West Branch, IA
$4,560/mo
$4,483/mo

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

West Branch, IA
$4,560/mo
$4,388/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,560/mo

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

Studio
$5,439/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,359/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,200/mo

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about memory care in West Branch

Recent reviews for memory care in West Branch

Prairie Hills at Tipton

4.4
What we like the most about the Prairie Hills at Tiptin community is the convenience, the openings for respite care and the friendly staff members they have there. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to others.

Keystone Place at Forevergreen in North Liberty, IA

5.0
Our situation was a little different as my loved one needed more care & supervision than they had been receiving. First thing I noticed was how friendly & caring everyone at Keystone is - I think every staff member came in to introduce themselves to my loved one the first day my loved one ...
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Pearl City Place in Muscatine, IA

4.0
From the community that my mother came from, the Bickford has been better in many ways. They're still learning, but they are willing to solve problems and they contact me for anything. I like that I can see that they are trying and they are taking good care of my mother.

West Branch memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Branch memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Branch, 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 West Branch 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 West Branch that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
West Branch, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
42.9%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
28.6%
48.8%
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
42.9%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.3%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.9%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
42.9%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in West Branch 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 West Branch Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
West Branch, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.1%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.6%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.9%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.3%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in West Branch 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 West Branch partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
West Branch, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.6%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
57.1%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in West Branch 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 West Branch communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
West Branch, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Branch 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 West Branch offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
West Branch, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
46.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.1%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.6%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.6%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
28.6%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.6%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Stirlingshire of Coralville, Grand Living at Bridgewater and Legacy Pointe are the top-rated memory care facilities near West Branch, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 7 memory care facilities near West Branch, Iowa. See the full list.

The 7 memory care facilities near you in West Branch, Iowa typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in West Branch, 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 West Branch, 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 West Branch, Iowa ranges from $360 to $9600. The average Memory Care cost in West Branch, Iowa is $4,560. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in West Branch, Iowa typically starts at $360. 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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