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10 Best Nursing Homes in Algona, IA

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Algona nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Algona, IA may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Algona or another care type is right for you. Browse 77 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Algona.

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Algona, IA

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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 Ingleside
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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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.
SisterCare is a 14 room cottage style Assisted Living Facility located in Blue Earth, MN. Blue Earth is located in Southern Minnesota at the intersections of Interstate I-90 and HWY 169. SisterCare is located just 1 block off of the Main Street. We are located close to banking, grocery...
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Home 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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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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.
Photo of Golden Meadows of Manson
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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Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
Photo of Mills Harbour and Lake Mills Care Center
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
About ABCM CorporationLake Mills Care Center is owned by ABCM Corporation, Hampton, IA. ABCM is a multi-facility provider offering top-quality, long-term care services unmatched in the state of Iowa. We believe in a Person Directed Care approach to long-term care, encouraging the individuals we...
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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.
About ABCM CorporationOakwood Care Center is owned by ABCM Corporation, Hampton, IA. ABCM is a multi-facility provider offering top-quality, long-term care services unmatched in the state of Iowa. We believe in a Person Directed Care approach to long-term care, encouraging the individuals we care...
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Photo of Riverview Terrace
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.
Photo of St Luke Lutheran Home
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.
Photo of Fonda Nursing and Rehab Ctr
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.
Photo of Windsor Manor - Webster City
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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.
At Windsor Manor we believe that remaining connected to friends and loved ones, as well as the community and world at large, is a vital part of thriving as an older adult. We strive to diminish limitations by encouraging activity that stimulates the mind as well as the body, and we advocate as...
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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.
Photo of Temperance Lake Ridge
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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Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.

Cost of nursing homes in Algona, IA

The average cost of senior living in Algona is $3,514 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Swea City, IA with an average of $3,159 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Algona, IA vs. nearby cities

Algona, IA
$3,514/mo
$3,633/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Algona, IA vs. the state and national average

Algona, IA
$3,514/mo
$4,388/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Algona vs. other types of senior living

$3,433/mo
Nursing Homes
$3,514/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Algona, IA by room type

Studio
$5,201/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,252/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,969/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$1,075/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Algona over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Algona

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Algona

Country Meadow Place Assisted Living and Memory Care Community in Mason City, IA

4.0
Our Dad is no longer there. We moved him to California where we live. However great experience there and wonderful staff at Country Meadows. I would recommend. The only reason I gave it a 4 is it's a locked unit. Depending on what you're looking for a locked unit can feel confining. ...
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Arlington Place of Pocahontas

4.8
They have done a super good job of helping me and my dad adjust to a new environment. They are very friendly. They are just a very good staff. I would definitely recommend the Arlington Place of Pocahontas. It has been a really good experience. I'm glad that my dad is comfortable there. ...
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Bickford of Fort Dodge

5.0
So far it's very good. We haven't had any major complaints. She loves the food, she loves having a choice. The other residents have been friendly and welcoming, she made friends pretty quickly. It seems to be working out pretty well.

Algona nursing homes services and amenities

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

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Algona that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Algona, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
26.2%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
21.4%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.9%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
95.2%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
28.6%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.4%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.2%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
31%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
28.6%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Algona nursing homes

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 Algona Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Algona, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
31%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
9.5%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
26.2%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.9%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Algona nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Algona partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Algona, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
4.8%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
9.5%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
9.5%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Algona nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Algona communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Algona, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
2.4%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
7.1%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
9.5%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.1%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Algona nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Algona offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Algona, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
16.7%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
4.8%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.1%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.6%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
14.3%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
26.2%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
9.5%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
7.1%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
4.8%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
11.9%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
14.3%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
4.8%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
2.4%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
9.5%
0.4%
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