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Mother had progressive dementia, she was a handfull for the staff. The staff was very patient with her. Mother made no complaints about the facility. Mom was always a social person, as her disease progressed...
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.
Why settle for the ordinary in senior living when Bickford offers so much more? Freshly crafted meals, a dedicated caregiver always within reach, and a world of exciting activities await your loved one. Our commitment? Making sure they’re able to embrace life to the fullest, every single day....
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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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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, Home 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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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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 assisted living in Fort Dodge, IA

The average cost of senior living in Fort Dodge is $5,448 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Rockwell City, IA with an average of $4,889 per month.

Assisted living costs in Fort Dodge, IA, vs. state and national averages

Fort Dodge, IA
$5,448/mo
$5,505/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Fort Dodge, IA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,448/mo
$6,969/mo

Assisted living costs in Fort Dodge, IA, by floor plan type

Studio
$4,585/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,856/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,406/mo

Senior living costs in Fort Dodge vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Fort Dodge, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFort Dodge, IAIowaU.S.
Assisted Living$5,448/mo$5,505/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,969/mo$6,921/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$2,432/mo$2,925/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Fort Dodge, IA:$5,448/mo
Iowa:$5,505/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Fort Dodge, IA:$6,969/mo
Iowa:$6,921/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Fort Dodge, IA:$2,432/mo
Iowa:$2,925/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Fort Dodge, IA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Fort Dodge.

What families are saying about assisted living in Fort Dodge

Recent reviews for assisted living in Fort Dodge

Rotary Senior Living in Eagle Grove, IA

5.0
I love my new place. NO stairs! I fell several times at my old house, and being widowed and living alone I was always afraid of falling & not being able to get up. I can't really make any comments on staff, activities, food/dining experience, etc. I am living in an independent living duplex,so ...
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Bickford of Fort Dodge

5.0
So far it's very good. We haven't had any major complaints. She loves the food, she loves having a choice. The other residents have been friendly and welcoming, she made friends pretty quickly. It seems to be working out pretty well.

Fort Dodge review score based on 16 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 16 reviews of 3 Fort Dodge assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Fort Dodge review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Fort Dodge review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Fort Dodge, IA3 facilities
9.1
Rockwell City, IA1 facilities
8.2
Webster City, IA3 facilities

Fort Dodge assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fort Dodge assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fort Dodge, 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 Fort Dodge assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Fort Dodge that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Fort Dodge, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
23.2%
45.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
12.9%
29.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.2%
91.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
94.7%
93.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
24.8%
49.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
10.6%
26.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.3%
91.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
23.7%
41.2%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
23.6%
45.9%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Fort Dodge assisted living

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 Fort Dodge Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Fort Dodge, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
27.2%
44.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
8.6%
28.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
23.1%
35.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
5.9%
11.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Fort Dodge assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Fort Dodge partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fort Dodge, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
3.5%
23.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
4.2%
35.8%
No sugar
No sugar
3.8%
32.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
13.8%
31.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
1%
16.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Fort Dodge assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Fort Dodge communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fort Dodge, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
3.4%
27.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
6%
37%
Room service
Room service
5.7%
32.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.1%
15.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fort Dodge assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Fort Dodge offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Fort Dodge, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
9.9%
40.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
3.9%
27%
Community service programs
Community service programs
4.6%
26.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
20.9%
43.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
10.4%
42.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
21%
45.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
6.3%
36.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
4.4%
31.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
5.3%
33.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
9.9%
40.7%
Live performances
Live performances
10.2%
40.9%
Dances
Dances
4.1%
26.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
5.1%
21.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
6.5%
40%
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State regulations for assisted living in Fort Dodge

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Iowa assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Fort Dodge protect seniors.
Learn about Iowa assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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