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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Avoca, IA

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Memory care in Avoca offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Avoca is about $4,466 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 92 communities, read 892 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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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.
Photo of The Heritage At Legacy
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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
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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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
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.
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Cost of memory care in Avoca, IA

The average cost of senior living in Avoca is $4,466 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Griswold, IA with an average of $3,229 per month.

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

Avoca, IA
$4,466/mo
$4,517/mo
$3,372/mo

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

Avoca, IA
$4,466/mo
$4,480/mo
U.S. national average
$4,943/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,466/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,654/mo
Studio
$5,130/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,954/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,648/mo

Senior living costs in Avoca 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: Avoca, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAvoca, IAIowaU.S.
Memory Care$4,466/mo$4,480/mo$4,943/mo
Assisted Living$4,470/mo$4,475/mo$4,710/mo
Independent Living$2,987/mo$3,264/mo$4,158/mo
Memory Care
Avoca, IA:$4,466/mo
Iowa:$4,480/mo
U.S.:$4,943/mo
Assisted Living
Avoca, IA:$4,470/mo
Iowa:$4,475/mo
U.S.:$4,710/mo
Independent Living
Avoca, IA:$2,987/mo
Iowa:$3,264/mo
U.S.:$4,158/mo
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Memory care costs in Avoca, IA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Avoca 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.

Avoca, IAIA stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Avoca, IA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Avoca 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
Avoca, IA$5,374/mo$6,933/mo-22.5%
Iowa$6,136/mo$5,748/mo+6.8%
National$5,984/mo$5,809/mo+3.0%
Avoca, IA
2024 average cost:$5,374/mo
2023 average cost:$6,933/mo
Percent change:-22.5%
Iowa
2024 average cost:$6,136/mo
2023 average cost:$5,748/mo
Percent change:+6.8%
National
2024 average cost:$5,984/mo
2023 average cost:$5,809/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about memory care in Avoca

Recent reviews for memory care in Avoca

Amelia Senior Living in Council Bluffs, IA

4.4
Was very thankful to Amelia House for taking Mom on. I think she was a difficult case with her issues, but she could walk to dining room and back so that helped her stay. The place and Mom's room was always clean. At First the staff was great!!!! Then ownership changed and the really good ...
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Bailey Pointe at Miracle Hills in Omaha, NE

5.0
We've utilized The Waterford for respite stays, and we loved it. We would have put my loved one there long-term except they don't have memory care. Even though the building is old, the people were so nice. The care was great. And the food was good.

Cedarhurst of La Vista

4.5
I think the staff is great. They love my mom and are super attentive and kind. I know it's hard to mass feed healthy food- she doesn't think the food is bad- I just feel like more fresh food is important. I am personally not a fan of Ensure and those types of chemically created food.

Avoca review score based on 225 family reviews

8.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 225 reviews of 80 Avoca memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Avoca 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

Avoca review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Avoca, IA80 facilities
8.0
Shelby, IA93 facilities
8.5
Walnut, IA6 facilities

Review subcategories for Avoca 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 225 reviews of 80 Avoca memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Avoca 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.
Avoca, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.3
Care services
3.9
3.9
Staff
4.1
4.1
Meals & dining
3.9
3.8
Activities
4.0
3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.8
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*Learn more about cost details

Avoca memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Avoca memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Avoca, 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 Avoca 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 Avoca that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Avoca, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
53.8%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
18.8%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.8%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.8%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
57.5%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.3%
59%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
52.5%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Avoca 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 Avoca Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Avoca, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
55%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.8%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
48.8%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.3%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Avoca 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 Avoca partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Avoca, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.3%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.5%
43.8%
No sugar
No sugar
17.5%
40.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.3%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.8%
20.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Avoca 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 Avoca communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Avoca, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.8%
39.2%
Room service
Room service
36.3%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.3%
22.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Avoca 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 Avoca offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Avoca, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
46.3%
44.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.5%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.5%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.3%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.5%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.5%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.8%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
31.3%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.5%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.8%
45.4%
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State regulations for memory care in Avoca

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Marquis Place, Crown Pointe Retirement Community and Westgate Assisted Living are the top-rated memory care facilities near Avoca, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 92 memory care facilities near Avoca, Iowa. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Avoca, Iowa are Marquis Place and Crown Pointe Retirement Community. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 92 memory care facilities near you in Avoca, Iowa typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Avoca, 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 Avoca, 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 Avoca, Iowa ranges from $590 to $8975. The average Memory Care cost in Avoca, Iowa is $4,466. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Avoca, Iowa typically starts at $590. 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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