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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Indianapolis, IA

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If your loved one needs memory care in Indianapolis, A Place for Mom can help. With 72 memory care facilities in Indianapolis, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

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My husband lived at Highland Ridge for a few months and I think he got along okay. He did get in the cabinet one day and drank about a half bottle of hand sanitizer. They did call me and say they were...
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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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We credit our success to our dedicated and caring staff.  We serve our Seniors with compassion and love and accomplish this by working as one team with Seniors in mind.  Newton Village offers dining excellence.  The daily home cooked meals are served family style and include...
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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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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.
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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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.
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.

Cost of memory care in Indianapolis, IA

The average cost of senior living in Indianapolis is $4,760 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Webster, IA with an average of $3,384 per month.

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

Indianapolis, IA
$4,760/mo
$5,262/mo

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

Indianapolis, IA
$4,760/mo
$4,388/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,760/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,988/mo
Studio
$5,339/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,069/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,089/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Indianapolis over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Indianapolis

Recent reviews for memory care in Indianapolis

Independence Village of Pella

4.0
We feel like we've been taken care of. Good friends around us. Sometimes we are not happy with the food but we understand it's hard to satisfy a lot of people. Living quarters are rather small. I really enjoy the carestaff.

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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Homestead of Knoxville Assisted Living

5.0
I would highly recommend Homestead. I would be happy to live there if I ever become unable to care for myself. The kitchen around mealtime smelled wonderful. Lots of areas to gather and socialize. Wide hallways with sitting areas spaced out so you can rest if you have a long trek to the mess ...
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Indianapolis review score based on 73 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 73 reviews of 52 Indianapolis memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Indianapolis 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

Indianapolis review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Indianapolis, IA52 facilities
7.3
What Cheer, IA13 facilities
7.3
Rose Hill, IA11 facilities

Review subcategories for Indianapolis 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 73 reviews of 52 Indianapolis memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Indianapolis 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.
Indianapolis, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.4
Meals & dining
4.0
4.0
Activities
4.2
4.0
Value for cost*
4.0
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Indianapolis memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Indianapolis memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Indianapolis, 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 Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis 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
25%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
5.8%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.1%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
30.8%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
11.5%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.1%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
28.8%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
23.1%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Indianapolis, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
32.7%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
17.3%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
30.8%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.5%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Indianapolis, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.6%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
9.6%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
9.6%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
9.6%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
1.9%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Indianapolis, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
13.5%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
19.2%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
19.2%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.6%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Indianapolis, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
19.2%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.6%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.4%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.8%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
21.2%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
32.7%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.2%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.5%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
19.2%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
21.2%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
19.2%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
9.6%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.2%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
21.2%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Independence Village of Pella, Stirlingshire of Coralville and Grand Living at Bridgewater are the top-rated memory care facilities near Indianapolis, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 72 memory care facilities near Indianapolis, Iowa. See the full list.

The best memory care facility near you in Indianapolis, Iowa is Independence Village of Pella. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

The 72 memory care facilities near you in Indianapolis, Iowa typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Indianapolis, 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 Indianapolis, 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 Indianapolis, Iowa ranges from $415 to $8980. The average Memory Care cost in Indianapolis, Iowa is $4,760. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Indianapolis, Iowa typically starts at $415. 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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