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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Winterset, IA

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If your loved one needs memory care in Winterset, A Place for Mom can help. With 14 memory care facilities in Winterset, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Waveland Park, Crestwood and Waveland Woods.
You may also consider nearby communities such as West Des Moines, Urbandale and Clive.

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77 Floor plans available
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1. My mother is very happy at Holland Farms and getting excellent care 2. Holland Farms is exceptionally clean. No odors. I have never noticed an area that isn't kept clean 3. Right away we were greeted by...
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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8.6
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Apartments spacious, beautiful and large. Lots of natural light. Facilities are great. There's been decent staff turnover which is less than ideal. Staff overall seems happy to be there. Lots of great...
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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Staff is great for the most part. Activities are targeted to older patients. Food - I cooked 98% of our meals. Most meals were similar to school like meals in with a lot of pork. Never had any fresh veggies...
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.
Edencrest at The Legacy is the fifth retirement living community in the Edencrest series, offering 40 apartments of Independent Living, Assisted Living, Closer Care and Memory Care to the Norwalk community. As a resident at The Legacy, you'll enjoy freedom of choice when it comes to our wide...
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The building was impeccably clean, the food was excellent, the administrative staff was very easy to work with and accommodating. I can't say enough nice things about their nursing staff. Unfortunately, mom...
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.
Embrace the next chapter of your life while unlocking a world of possibilities. Welcome to Grand Living at Tower Place — where the search for a remarkable senior living community ends and the dream continues.Grand Living offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. You...
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The staff are fabulous and always greet you with a smile. They are so good to the residents, which has helped my parents transition from the house they lived in for more than 60 years much easier. I owe a...
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.
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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Can't say enough about how much I appreciate Regency! My Mom went through rehabilitation at their care center after suffering a major fall. She has now been on the assisted living side for almost a year. The...
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.
Person-centered careA respected health care provider in theNorwalk community for more than 40years, Regency Care Center offerscomprehensive rehab-to-home care,long-term care, and assisted living thatis entirely focused on helping residentsmeet their full potential. With thecompletion of a new...
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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.
Edgewater, a WesleyLife community, is characterized by quality that is second to none and our commitment to making every part of life a positive experience.We believe that: Real Wellness promotes good health for your entire mind, body and spirit.True Hospitality encourages personal choice and...
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Adel Assisted Living was very easy to work with and everyone was very friendly and helpful. It is nice and quiet but they do have activities. The fact they have 24 hour medical personnel available is a...
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.
Located in a quiet neighborhood in the City of Adel, these apartments feature spacious living accommodations in a relaxing atmosphere. The 24-unit project at Adel Assisted Living also offers community areas for socializing and delicious meals. Wesley Services provides 24 hour on-site staff to...
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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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We have really been happy with the friendliness of the staff members. Our loved one says nice things about the care she is getting, and every time we come to visit she is clean, well dressed and nails always...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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
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.
Photo of The Willows Assisted Living/The Evergreens
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.

Cost of memory care in Winterset, IA

The average cost of senior living in Winterset is $4,863 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Stuart, IA with an average of $2,683 per month.

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

Winterset, IA
$4,863/mo
$4,718/mo
$5,735/mo

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

Winterset, IA
$4,863/mo
$4,394/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,863/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,795/mo
Studio
$5,187/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,449/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,181/mo

Senior living costs in Winterset 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: Winterset, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWinterset, IAIowaU.S.
Memory Care$4,863/mo$4,394/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$4,831/mo$4,392/mo$4,557/mo
Independent Living$3,175/mo$3,220/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Winterset, IA:$4,863/mo
Iowa:$4,394/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Winterset, IA:$4,831/mo
Iowa:$4,392/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Independent Living
Winterset, IA:$3,175/mo
Iowa:$3,220/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Memory care costs in Winterset, IA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Winterset and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Memory care cost trends in Winterset, IA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Winterset have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Winterset, IA$4,618/mo$6,895/mo-33.0%
Iowa$5,382/mo$5,735/mo-6.2%
National$5,497/mo$5,501/mo-0.1%
Winterset, IA
2024 average cost:$4,618/mo
2023 average cost:$6,895/mo
Percent change:-33.0%
Iowa
2024 average cost:$5,382/mo
2023 average cost:$5,735/mo
Percent change:-6.2%
National
2024 average cost:$5,497/mo
2023 average cost:$5,501/mo
Percent change:-0.1%
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What families are saying about memory care in Winterset

Recent reviews for memory care in Winterset

Arbor Springs in West Des Moines, IA

5.0
My loved one had been at this facility for quite a while, and they did an excellent job looking after her. The care they provided here was very good, and the staff were all friendly and professional. The care provided here was a bit more than what she ended up needing and so we looked into other ...
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Walnut Ridge in Clive, IA

4.6
I have heard they are hiring a 2nd nurse so there is one on nights and weekends. That has inhibited a few things when care was required. Not a lot of activities getting them out of the facility. The bus had been broken. Even a bus ride around time would be nice. The staff are wonderful in ...
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Woodlands Creek Senior Living in Clive, IA

5.0
My husband and I are here currently and everything’s going good. It’s everything that we thought it would be. The food is great, the people are friendly, they don’t bug you about stuff and it is independent living so you can do what you want but they’re there to help you if you need it. They ...
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Winterset review score based on 25 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 25 reviews of 12 Winterset memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Winterset 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

Winterset review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Winterset, IA12 facilities
8.4
Patterson, IA102 facilities
8.2
East Peru, IA17 facilities

Review subcategories for Winterset 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 25 reviews of 12 Winterset memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Winterset 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.
Winterset, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
2.7
4.1
Friendliness
2.9
4.3
Care services
2.8
3.9
Staff
2.9
4.1
Meals & dining
2.4
3.8
Activities
3.0
3.8
Value for cost*
2.5
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Winterset memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Winterset memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Winterset, 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 Winterset 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 Winterset that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Winterset, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
41.7%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33.3%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.7%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
58.3%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
58.3%
74%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Winterset 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 Winterset Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Winterset, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
41.7%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Winterset 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 Winterset partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Winterset, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
8.3%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
51%
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Availability of select dining options in Winterset 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 Winterset communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Winterset, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.7%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Winterset 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 Winterset offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Winterset, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.7%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.7%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.7%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
25%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Winterset

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 Winterset protect seniors.
Learn about Iowa memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Holland Farms, Edencrest at Kettlestone and Edencrest at The Legacy are the top-rated memory care facilities near Winterset, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 14 memory care facilities near Winterset, Iowa. See the full list.

The 14 memory care facilities near you in Winterset, Iowa typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Winterset, 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 Winterset, 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 Winterset, Iowa ranges from $100 to $39002. The average Memory Care cost in Winterset, Iowa is $4,863. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Winterset, Iowa typically starts at $100. 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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