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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.
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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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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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.
Walden Point promotes choice, dignity and independence by providing a quality affordable assisted living housing option for persons age 65 and older. Walden Point offers private full sized apartments paired with the support of 24 hour on-site staff. Some of the amenities available at Walden Point...
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It's a nice place to live. I like that I have my privacy. The staff is friendly, and I get along with them pretty well. I do think some of their equipment needs updating. For instance, some of the...
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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.
About The Rose of Des Moines The Rose of Des Moines offers one-bedroom and two-bedroom affordable assisted living in spacious private apartments with 24-hour monitoring and assisted living services available on-site and social programming in beautifully appointed community areas, including...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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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.
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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My parents are at Senior Suites and I’ve known other people that Have lived there for years and it’s very caring ..wonderful place ..the food is great it’s always clean ...friendly ..we love it
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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.
Senior Suites of Urbandale is located in a quiet residential Urbandale neighborhood (northwest suburb of Des Moines).  The Suites is our assisted living community, while the Veranda is our licensed memory loss center in a residential care setting.  Available to you are many living...
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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, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.

Cost of assisted living in Saylor, IA

The average cost of senior living in Saylor is $4,601 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Valeria, IA with an average of $4,416 per month.

Assisted living costs in Saylor, IA, vs. nearby cities

Saylor, IA
$4,601/mo
$4,677/mo
$4,584/mo

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

Saylor, IA
$4,601/mo
$4,392/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,601/mo
$4,612/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,353/mo
Studio
$5,568/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,781/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,197/mo

Senior living costs in Saylor 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: Saylor, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSaylor, IAIowaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,601/mo$4,392/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,612/mo$4,394/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,152/mo$3,220/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Saylor, IA:$4,601/mo
Iowa:$4,392/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Saylor, IA:$4,612/mo
Iowa:$4,394/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Saylor, IA:$3,152/mo
Iowa:$3,220/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Saylor, IA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Saylor 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Saylor, IA$5,244/mo$4,828/mo+8.6%
Iowa$5,098/mo$4,970/mo+2.6%
National$5,375/mo$5,128/mo+4.8%
Saylor, IA
2024 average cost:$5,244/mo
2023 average cost:$4,828/mo
Percent change:+8.6%
Iowa
2024 average cost:$5,098/mo
2023 average cost:$4,970/mo
Percent change:+2.6%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,128/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Saylor, 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 Saylor.

What families are saying about assisted living in Saylor

Recent reviews for assisted living in Saylor

The Bridges at Ankeny

4.8
My mom stayed at The Bridges for her rehab after her shoulder surgery. The therapy team was amazing and always took the time with her. She is grateful to have recovered and is back home. But, if we need to go somewhere in the future THE BRIDGES IS WHERE WE WOULD GO!!

Bishop Drumm Retirement Center in Johnston, IA

5.0
My dad is doing really good after picking this community from the list we got from A Place For Mom. He is enjoying the meals they make. He has tried some activities and he knows some people who live here. The staff has been great. I cant tell he is happy and when he calls he tells me good ...
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The Rose of East Des Moines

4.8
We are very happy with The Rose of East Des Moines. They are clean and the staff is very friendly. We thought the medicaid thing would be easier to do, that has added a little extra expense. The nurses are fantastic, the care is great. The activities have a really great variety, Wii Bowling, ...
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Saylor review score based on 144 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 144 reviews of 36 Saylor assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Saylor 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

Saylor review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Saylor, IA36 facilities
8.5
Ankeny, IA30 facilities
8.6
Altoona, IA25 facilities

Review subcategories for Saylor 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 144 reviews of 36 Saylor assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Saylor 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.
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Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.2
Care services
3.7
3.8
Staff
3.9
4.1
Meals & dining
3.6
3.7
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
3.5
3.8
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Saylor assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Saylor assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Saylor, 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 Saylor 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 Saylor that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
55.6%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
27.8%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.2%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
63.9%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.2%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
55.6%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Saylor 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 Saylor Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Saylor, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
52.8%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
47.2%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
61.1%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.1%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Saylor 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 Saylor partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Saylor, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.8%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.9%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
36.1%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.1%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Saylor 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 Saylor communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Saylor, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.6%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
47.2%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Saylor 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 Saylor offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Saylor, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
55.6%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.9%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.6%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.6%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52.8%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.3%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.4%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.1%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.4%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
52.8%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
38.9%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
47.2%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Saylor

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 Saylor protect seniors.
Learn about Iowa assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Meadowview of Johnston, Glen Oaks Alzheimer's Special Care Center and Copper Shores Village are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Saylor, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 41 assisted living facilities near Saylor, Iowa. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Saylor, Iowa is Independence Village of Ames. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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