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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Steamboat Rock, IA

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If you're seeking a dynamic senior living community, look no further than Bickford. It's where delicious food made from scratch, ever-present friendly caregivers, and a bustling social calendar come together. But that's not all; our HigherPath senior health model, known nationally for its...
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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.
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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.
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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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Heartwood House is an assisted living community located in the lovey and quaint city of Ames, Story County, Iowa. Ames is a picturesque midwestern town with lots of green grass, trees, and wide streets. This college town is actually considered to be one of the best college towns in the United...
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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.
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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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Cost of memory care in Steamboat Rock, IA

The average cost of senior living in Steamboat Rock is $4,192 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Alden, IA with an average of $2,842 per month.

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

Steamboat Rock, IA
$4,192/mo
$4,675/mo
$3,992/mo

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

Steamboat Rock, IA
$4,192/mo
$4,388/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,192/mo

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

Studio
$5,121/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,647/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,953/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$1,075/mo

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What families are saying about memory care in Steamboat Rock

Recent reviews for memory care in Steamboat Rock

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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Steamboat Rock review score based on 52 family reviews

7.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 52 reviews of 66 Steamboat Rock memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Steamboat Rock 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

Steamboat Rock review score compared against nearby cities

7.6
Steamboat Rock, IA66 facilities
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Eldora, IA8 facilities
8.5
Owasa, IA15 facilities

Review subcategories for Steamboat Rock 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 52 reviews of 66 Steamboat Rock memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Steamboat Rock 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.
Steamboat Rock, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
4.4
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.0
Value for cost*
3.2
4.0
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Steamboat Rock memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Steamboat Rock memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Steamboat Rock, 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 Steamboat Rock 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 Steamboat Rock that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Steamboat Rock, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
31.8%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
15.2%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
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99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
36.4%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22.7%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.5%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
31.8%
62.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
33.3%
73.5%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Steamboat Rock 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 Steamboat Rock Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Steamboat Rock, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
33.3%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
15.2%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
33.3%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.6%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Steamboat Rock 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 Steamboat Rock partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Steamboat Rock, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.2%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
12.1%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
12.1%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.2%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.5%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Steamboat Rock 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 Steamboat Rock communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Steamboat Rock, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10.6%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
13.6%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
15.2%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.1%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Steamboat Rock 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 Steamboat Rock offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Steamboat Rock, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
16.7%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.1%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10.6%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
31.8%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
21.2%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
27.3%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
19.7%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
13.6%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
13.6%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
16.7%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
19.7%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
12.1%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.1%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
15.2%
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 Steamboat Rock, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 91 memory care facilities near Steamboat Rock, Iowa. See the full list.

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

The 91 memory care facilities near you in Steamboat Rock, Iowa typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Steamboat Rock, 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 Steamboat Rock, 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 Steamboat Rock, Iowa ranges from $560 to $11520. The average Memory Care cost in Steamboat Rock, Iowa is $4,192. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Steamboat Rock, Iowa typically starts at $560. 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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