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Our experience in placing our mother in Rolling Meadows was extremely kind and efficient. They helped us get her things into her new apartment and are always there for her no matter what she needs. The place...
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.
Swan Place is located in the picturesque small town of Carroll, Iowa. We are on the east end of town just one block south of Northeast Park. Our beautiful community evokes images of country living, with its large front porch and white picket fence in front. We have two enclosed courtyards where...
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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.
Explore the comforts of small-town senior living at Addington Place of Carroll. Quiet surroundings near the edge of town create this community’s peaceful retirement setting without sacrificing quick access to Carroll’s conveniences.Addington Place of Carroll provides personalized assisted living...
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First impression was great we think the staff team there does amazing work. When it comes to the value for cost we do think our loved one is in the best place he could be. We are still not able to come to...
Provides: Memory Care
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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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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.
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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 Gardens Retirement Community of Ocean Springs, Mississippi, offers all the amenities that every senior could enjoy. Our staff is here to help adjust to new living circumstances and offer a helping hand to adjust to the new setting. We have a passion for enriching the lives of seniors and...
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Cost of assisted living in Ralston, IA

The average cost of senior living in Ralston is $5,042 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Glidden, IA with an average of $5,042 per month.

Assisted living costs in Ralston, IA, vs. state and national averages

Ralston, IA
$5,042/mo
$5,505/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Ralston, IA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,042/mo
$6,502/mo

Assisted living costs in Ralston, IA, by floor plan type

Studio
$4,374/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,687/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,328/mo

Senior living costs in Ralston 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: Ralston, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRalston, IAIowaU.S.
Assisted Living$5,042/mo$5,505/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,502/mo$6,921/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Livingunavailable$2,925/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Ralston, IA:$5,042/mo
Iowa:$5,505/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Ralston, IA:$6,502/mo
Iowa:$6,921/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Ralston, IA:unavailable
Iowa:$2,925/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Ralston, IA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Ralston 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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Assisted living cost trends in Ralston, IA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Ralston 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 average 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
Ralston, IA$5,257/mo$4,807/mo+9.4%
Iowa$4,445/mo$4,497/mo-1.2%
National$4,561/mo$4,579/mo-0.4%
Ralston, IA
2024 average cost:$5,257/mo
2023 average cost:$4,807/mo
Percent change:+9.4%
Iowa
2024 average cost:$4,445/mo
2023 average cost:$4,497/mo
Percent change:-1.2%
National
2024 average cost:$4,561/mo
2023 average cost:$4,579/mo
Percent change:-0.4%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Ralston, IA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Ralston.

What families are saying about assisted living in Ralston

Recent reviews for assisted living in Ralston

Rolling Meadows Senior Living in Carroll, IA

5.0
Rolling Meadows gets 5 stars all around! The staff are all very approachable with any questions or concerns that we have had. The main things that stuck out about them over other places we initially looked at was the staff, the room set up for our situation, and ability for our loved one to ...
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Ralston review score based on 39 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 39 reviews of 3 Ralston assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Ralston review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Ralston review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Ralston, IA3 facilities
8.6
Denison, IA0 facilities
8.6
Jefferson, IA0 facilities

Review subcategories for Ralston assisted living

When assisted living 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 39 reviews of 3 Ralston assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Ralston resident and family assisted living 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.
Ralston, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.3
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.3
Staff
4.5
4.6
Meals & dining
4.5
4.2
Activities
4.3
4.3
Value for cost*
4.3
4.2
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Ralston assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ralston assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ralston, 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 Ralston assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Ralston that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ralston, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
28.3%
45.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
8.3%
29.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
89.2%
91.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
89.8%
93.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
30.2%
49.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
12.9%
26.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
89.3%
91.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
25.2%
41.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
25.2%
45.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Ralston assisted living

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 Ralston Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ralston, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
25.8%
44.4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
14.2%
28.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
24.6%
35.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
3.5%
11.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ralston assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Ralston partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ralston, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
8%
23.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
8.8%
35.5%
No sugar
No sugar
8.4%
32.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
9.5%
31.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
1.2%
15.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Ralston assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Ralston communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ralston, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.5%
27.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
18.4%
36.8%
Room service
Room service
18.1%
32%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.9%
15.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ralston assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Ralston offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ralston, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
26.9%
40.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
8.5%
26.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
9.3%
26.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
21.9%
43%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
23.8%
42.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
21.9%
45.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.5%
35.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.8%
31%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
13.9%
33%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.1%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
23.6%
40.7%
Dances
Dances
8.7%
26.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21%
21.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22.7%
39.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Ralston

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