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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Calmar, IA

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Memory care in Calmar 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 Calmar is about $4,005 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 63 communities, read 51 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

As you explore memory care near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like  You may also consider nearby communities such as Cresco, Postville and Gunder.

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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.
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.
About ABCM CorporationGrandview Health 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...
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.
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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.
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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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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: 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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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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: 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.

Cost of memory care in Calmar, IA

The average cost of senior living in Calmar is $4,005 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Jackson Junction, IA with an average of $3,252 per month.

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

Calmar, IA
$4,005/mo

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

Calmar, IA
$4,005/mo
$4,480/mo
U.S. national average
$4,943/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,005/mo

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

Studio
$4,875/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,791/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,206/mo

Senior living costs in Calmar 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: Calmar, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCalmar, IAIowaU.S.
Memory Care$4,005/mo$4,480/mo$4,943/mo
Assisted Living$4,005/mo$4,475/mo$4,710/mo
Independent Living$3,814/mo$3,264/mo$4,158/mo
Memory Care
Calmar, IA:$4,005/mo
Iowa:$4,480/mo
U.S.:$4,943/mo
Assisted Living
Calmar, IA:$4,005/mo
Iowa:$4,475/mo
U.S.:$4,710/mo
Independent Living
Calmar, IA:$3,814/mo
Iowa:$3,264/mo
U.S.:$4,158/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in Calmar

Recent reviews for memory care in Calmar

Park Lane Estates in Preston, MN

5.0
I couldn't be any more pleased with this community, and all they have done for us. Everything is working out very well, and my mother is doing great since her move here. This is the best community for her, and her needs. They are taking very good care of her. A place for mom was great with all ...
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Arlington Place at Oelwein

3.8
Some of the staff members are absolutely amazing, and some are difficult. The activities are pretty good, they do keep our loved one busy, and help keep her in a routine. Some care givers really tune into what she needs and likes, for example she enjoys keeping busy with chores, so they will ...
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Whispering Willow in Fredericksburg, IA

5.0
Staff at Whispering Willow were wonderful with my Dad during his short stay. Both staff and the other residents were kind and encouraging. Dad even found a brother and sister he knew, who he spent time with in his high school years. As Dad started to decline, staff kept me updated with changes ...
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Calmar memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Calmar memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Calmar, 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 Calmar 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 Calmar that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Calmar, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
25%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
8.3%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.7%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.9%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
22.9%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
2.1%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.9%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
16.7%
59%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
20.8%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Calmar 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 Calmar Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Calmar, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
29.2%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
14.6%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
16.7%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
8.3%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Calmar 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 Calmar partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Calmar, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
8.3%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
4.2%
43.8%
No sugar
No sugar
6.3%
40.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
2.1%
49.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Calmar 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 Calmar communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Calmar, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
2.1%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
6.3%
39.2%
Room service
Room service
16.7%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.3%
22.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Calmar 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 Calmar offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Calmar, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
8.3%
44.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10.4%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
6.3%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
22.9%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
14.6%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.8%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
2.1%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10.4%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
12.5%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
22.9%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
4.2%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6.3%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
12.5%
45.4%
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State regulations for memory care in Calmar

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Claddagh Senior Living, Traditions of Preston and Harmony Place are the top-rated memory care facilities near Calmar, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 63 memory care facilities near Calmar, Iowa. See the full list.

The 63 memory care facilities near you in Calmar, Iowa typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Calmar, 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 Calmar, 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 Calmar, Iowa ranges from $120 to $7800. The average Memory Care cost in Calmar, Iowa is $4,005. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Calmar, Iowa typically starts at $120. 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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