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7 Best Nursing Homes in Dickinson County, IA
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Dickinson County nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Dickinson County, IA may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.
We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Dickinson County or another care type is right for you. Browse 7 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Dickinson County.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Superior, Allendorf and Lake Park.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Superior, Allendorf and Lake Park.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Dickinson County, IA
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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
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.
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,...
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.
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Cost of nursing homes in Dickinson County, IA
The average cost of senior living in Dickinson County is $3,761 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Greenville, IA with an average of $2,880 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Dickinson County, IA vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Dickinson County, IA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Dickinson County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Dickinson County, IA by room type
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Average cost of Nursing Homes in Dickinson County over time
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Dickinson County
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Dickinson County
Keelson Harbour in Spirit Lake, IA
3.9
I am no expert on what care should be like. I see people that are in pretty bad shape that require a lot of attention, in my opinion, questionable if they shouldn't be in skilled nursing instead. But what do I know!! Most of the workers try hard to be accommodating, but the shortage of help puts ...
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Dickinson County nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dickinson County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dickinson 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 Dickinson County nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Dickinson County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
16.7%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
16.7%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
16.7%
10.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
16.7%
7.3%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Dickinson County nursing homes
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 Dickinson County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dickinson County, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
16.7%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
16.7%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
16.7%
5.9%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dining options in Dickinson County nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Dickinson County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.7%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
16.7%
0.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select programs and activities in Dickinson County nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Dickinson County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
16.7%
0.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
16.7%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
16.7%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
16.7%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.7%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.7%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.7%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
16.7%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
16.7%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
16.7%
0.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Frequently Asked Questions
Keelson Harbour, Oak Haven Care Facility and Good Samaritan Society-Heritage Landing are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Dickinson County, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 7 nursing homes facilities near Dickinson County, Iowa. See the full list.
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