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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Palo Alto County, IA
If you’re looking for assisted living in Palo Alto County, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Palo Alto County or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Palo Alto County.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Palo Alto County for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 44 assisted living facilities in the Palo Alto County area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Spencer, Albert City and Algona.
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Overall experience - outstanding and everything else from the cleanliness, the staff, the quality of care, meals, activities and value for cost has been superb. My brother has moved from the Gardens this...
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.
Beautiful Living 'Where Life Is Blooming!'...We encourage you to engage in the life-enriching programs and activities that are offered at The Gardens. Our activity program is designed to meet your interests and hobbies. You can join in a card or domino game, bake pies in the Country Kitchen,...
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Keelson was very accommodating to my sister's needs. She felt almost immediately at home and seems to have fitted in well. Keelson communicates her needs to us. I would recommend Keelson to other...
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.
Keelson Harbour is an Assisted Living Community located in Spirit Lake, Dickinson County, Iowa. Our beautiful property is located on a quiet hill with easy access to nearby lakes. Residents enjoy an on-site pond, complete with growing ducklings and their families. With many nearby attractions,...
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I was trying to find a place for my wife that offered memory care and there really aren’t that many in the area. After looking at several different places, we thought this place would be the best fit. My...
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.
Thank you for your interest in Arlington Place of Pocahontas, Assisted Living Community. You will find that Arlington Place is unlike the traditional assisted living settings you might encounter elsewhere. All of our apartments are fully equipped with stoves, refrigerators, dish - washers, and...
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I am so happy with this community the staff are wonderful. I get to have different choices for my meals. When i do receive my meals they are very tasty balanced meals and the temperature for them is great....
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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.
Scuyler Place Assisted Living is designed for couples or individuals. Our staff provide provide a friendly atmosphere that will make you feel right at home. Activities are planned and designed to help prevent the isolation that can result from physical challenges. Feel the independence of your...
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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...
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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.
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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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.
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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.
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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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My parents have both resided at Homestead of Algona since 02/2023 and they absolutely love it. The staff that come in and give them their medications and showers are so kind and caring. When they moved in,...
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.
Homestead of Algona is an assisted living community located in the beautiful northern Iowa town of Algona, Kossuth County. Algona is a small town surrounded by picturesque farmland and rural scenery. With our four seasons we offer an ideal living area where our residents experience the country to...
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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
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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
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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
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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, 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.
Cost of assisted living in Palo Alto County, IA
The average cost of senior living in Palo Alto County is $3,703 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gillett Grove, IA with an average of $2,880 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Palo Alto County, IA vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Palo Alto County, IA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Palo Alto County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Palo Alto County, IA by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Palo Alto County over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Palo Alto County, IA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Palo Alto County
Recent reviews for assisted living in Palo Alto County
The Gardens of Cherokee
5.0
As per my brother who is living at The Gardens of Cherokee, he is extremely happy there.
As per my experience with The Gardens facility and personal I would rate them a 5 also. I would definitely recommend them to other families who are looking for a place for their loved ones.
Arlington Place of Pocahontas
4.8
They have done a super good job of helping me and my dad adjust to a new environment. They are very friendly. They are just a very good staff. I would definitely recommend the Arlington Place of Pocahontas. It has been a really good experience. I'm glad that my dad is comfortable there. ...
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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.
Palo Alto County assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Palo Alto County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Palo Alto County, 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 Palo Alto County 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 Palo Alto County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Palo Alto County, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
20.5%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
13.6%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
18.2%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
9.1%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
20.5%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
13.6%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Palo Alto County 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 Palo Alto County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Palo Alto County, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
15.9%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
9.1%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
15.9%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
2.3%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Palo Alto County 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 Palo Alto County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Palo Alto County, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
2.3%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
6.8%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
6.8%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
13.6%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.3%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Palo Alto County 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 Palo Alto County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Palo Alto County, IANational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
6.8%
42%
Room service
Room service
9.1%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
4.5%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Palo Alto County 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 Palo Alto County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Palo Alto County, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
13.6%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
2.3%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
6.8%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
15.9%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
13.6%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
11.4%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
9.1%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
6.8%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
6.8%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
9.1%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
13.6%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
4.5%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6.8%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
9.1%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Palo Alto County
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Iowa assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Palo Alto County protect seniors.
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The Gardens of Cherokee, Keelson Harbour and Arlington Place of Pocahontas are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Palo Alto County, Iowa. See full list of communities.
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