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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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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.
About ABCM CorporationDumont Wellness Center is owned by ABCM Corporation, Hampton, IA. ABCM is a multi-facility provider offering top-quality, long-term care services unmatched in the state of Iowa. We believe in a Person Directed Care approach to long-term care, encouraging the individuals we...
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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.
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.
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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.
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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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At Ridgeway Place residents enjoy all the comforts of home in a beautiful, safe neighborhood setting, conveniently located near shopping centers, churches and medical clinics. With 96 units, Ridgeway Place offers a customized blend of independence that respects the needs of residents and...
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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, 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.
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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, 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.
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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.

Cost of memory care in Ivester, IA

The average cost of senior living in Ivester is $4,189 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Owasa, IA with an average of $3,992 per month.

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

Ivester, IA
$4,189/mo
$4,615/mo
$4,265/mo

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

Ivester, IA
$4,189/mo
$4,388/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,189/mo

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

Studio
$5,111/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,617/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,240/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Ivester over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Ivester

Recent reviews for memory care in Ivester

Northridge Village in Ames, IA

5.0
Northridge VIllage is a very professionally run community with compassionate, efficient personnel. The atmosphere is friendly and welcoming for residents' demeanors and outlooks. The healthful meals are tasty, nicely varied and attractive and we appreciate the cleanliness of handling foodstuffs. ...
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Rosewood Estate in Waterloo, IA

4.6
The quality of the building itself and the care really stood out to our family. The friendliness of the staff members is a 5+, we aren't to sure on the meals but everything in regards to the activities has been pretty good so far.

CedarStone Senior Living in Cedar Falls, IA

4.9
I felt that the staff relieved a lot of stress from the first interview. They reassured us that this is what they do, what their staff is trained to do; care for my loved one, in my case in memory care. There was always the question in my mind 'Should I be trying to do this care myself?' I am ...
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Ivester review score based on 57 family reviews

7.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 57 reviews of 67 Ivester memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Ivester 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

Ivester review score compared against nearby cities

7.6
Ivester, IA67 facilities
7.6
Whitten, IA95 facilities
7.6
Wellsburg, IA90 facilities

Review subcategories for Ivester 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 57 reviews of 67 Ivester memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Ivester 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.
Ivester, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.8
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
4.3
4.0
Activities
4.0
4.0
Value for cost*
3.2
4.0
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Ivester memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ivester memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ivester, 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 Ivester 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 Ivester that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ivester, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
31.3%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
13.4%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.5%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
35.8%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22.4%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.5%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
31.3%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
32.8%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Ivester 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 Ivester Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ivester, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
32.8%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
14.9%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
32.8%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.4%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ivester 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 Ivester partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ivester, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.9%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
11.9%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
11.9%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.4%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.5%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Ivester 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 Ivester communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ivester, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10.4%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
13.4%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
14.9%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.9%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ivester 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 Ivester offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ivester, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
14.9%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10.4%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
31.3%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20.9%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
26.9%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
19.4%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
13.4%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
13.4%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
16.4%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
19.4%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
11.9%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.9%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
14.9%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Independence Village of Ames, CedarStone Senior Living and Parker Place are the top-rated memory care facilities near Ivester, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 90 memory care facilities near Ivester, Iowa. See the full list.

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

The 90 memory care facilities near you in Ivester, Iowa typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Ivester, 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 Ivester, 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 Ivester, Iowa ranges from $680 to $11520. The average Memory Care cost in Ivester, Iowa is $4,189. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Ivester, Iowa typically starts at $680. 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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