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6 Best Memory Care Facilities in Minden, IA

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If your loved one needs memory care in Minden, A Place for Mom can help. With 6 memory care facilities in Minden, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Old Market South, Conestoga Place and Concord Square.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Council Bluffs, Walnut and Euclid.

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zipAverageCost: $3,869

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One main thing is that they were able to work with [name removed] budget. We had a lot of difficulty placing her because of that.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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You walk in the door it's nice and quiet everyone is busy doing their jobs everybody if you have a question they will answer it if they don't. Know the answer they will find out for you
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.
We are proud to offer seniors a suite of assisted care services that make everyday living in their home in our community easier and more enjoyable. We provide housekeeping, laundry, meal service, activities and much more to create a vibrant environment for our residents. Contact us for more...
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Staff has been great. My Dad likes the food. Wish they had a Diabetic menu in addition to regular food. He can pick and choose, but he won't do that. Great experience so far and price has worked well with...
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.
1- and 2-BR affordable assisted living in spacious private apartments with 24-hour monitoring and assisted living services available on-site; social programming in beautifully appointed community areas, including central dining. Attractive landscaped grounds include patios, water features, and...
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My mother was recently put into this nursing home because of her advanced Dementia. At first I was terrified but when I was welcomed by the staff at Oakland Manor I felt so much better about my decision....
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.
The heart of a community here in Oakland Iowa is its people. Oakland Heights offers assisted living in a safe, nurturing cozy neighborhood. Our rural setting is quite and relaxing. You will find spacious, private apartments, delicious dining, and beautiful community spaces. At Oakland Manor we...
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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.
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Cost of memory care in Minden, IA

The average cost of senior living in Minden is $3,869 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Persia, IA with an average of $3,212 per month.

Memory care costs in Minden, IA, vs. nearby cities

Minden, IA
$3,869/mo
$3,834/mo
$4,220/mo

Memory care costs in Minden, IA, vs. state and national averages

Minden, IA
$3,869/mo
$4,394/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Memory care costs in Minden, IA, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$3,869/mo

Memory care costs in Minden, IA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,825/mo
Studio
$4,817/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,152/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,000/mo

Senior living costs in Minden 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: Minden, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMinden, IAIowaU.S.
Memory Care$3,869/mo$4,394/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$3,869/mo$4,392/mo$4,557/mo
Independent Living$2,051/mo$3,220/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Minden, IA:$3,869/mo
Iowa:$4,394/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Minden, IA:$3,869/mo
Iowa:$4,392/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Independent Living
Minden, IA:$2,051/mo
Iowa:$3,220/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in Minden

Recent reviews for memory care in Minden

Amelia Senior Living in Council Bluffs, IA

4.4
Was very thankful to Amelia House for taking Mom on. I think she was a difficult case with her issues, but she could walk to dining room and back so that helped her stay. The place and Mom's room was always clean. At First the staff was great!!!! Then ownership changed and the really good ...
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Hansen House Harlan

5.0
This facility was built and designed for people with memory loss. No detail was missed. This facility was in western Iowa and was the only facility that catered to this specific issue .Our coordinator with A Place for Mom was amazing. He listened to our concerns and what we were looking for and ...
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Oakland Heights Assisted Living

4.8
Recently my father has been needing more help and we have looked at several assisted living places. We have had such a positive experience in a very difficult time. Thank you Oakland Assisted Living, we look forward to moving forward with you.

Minden memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Minden memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Minden, 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 Minden 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 Minden that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Minden, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
60%
66.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
60%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60%
74%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Minden 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 Minden Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Minden, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Minden 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 Minden partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Minden, IANational
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
51%
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Availability of select dining options in Minden 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 Minden communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Minden, IANational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
40.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Minden 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 Minden offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Minden, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
60%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
80%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
20%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Minden

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. 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 memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Minden protect seniors.
Learn about Iowa memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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