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Memory care in Clarkdale 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 Clarkdale is about $4,767 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 52 communities, read 182 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of Prairie Village-Knoxville
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 Pella Manor
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.
Photo of Fair Haven East
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 Hilltop Manor
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 Pella Regional Health Ctr
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 Westview Acres Care 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 Evelyn's Guest 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
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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Cost of memory care in Clarkdale, IA

The average cost of senior living in Clarkdale is $4,767 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Allerton, IA with an average of $3,413 per month.

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

Clarkdale, IA
$4,767/mo
$4,767/mo
$4,708/mo

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

Clarkdale, IA
$4,767/mo
$4,485/mo
U.S. national average
$4,946/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,767/mo

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

Semi-Private
$1,500/mo
Studio
$4,709/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,568/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,616/mo

Senior living costs in Clarkdale 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: Clarkdale, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeClarkdale, IAIowaU.S.
Memory Care$4,767/mo$4,485/mo$4,946/mo
Assisted Living$4,767/mo$4,480/mo$4,698/mo
Independent Living$3,871/mo$3,268/mo$4,153/mo
Memory Care
Clarkdale, IA:$4,767/mo
Iowa:$4,485/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Assisted Living
Clarkdale, IA:$4,767/mo
Iowa:$4,480/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Independent Living
Clarkdale, IA:$3,871/mo
Iowa:$3,268/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in Clarkdale

Recent reviews for memory care in Clarkdale

Homestead of Centerville

4.6
The office staff was very good with paper work at admission and accommodating with our move-in. The nurses have all been great and responsive to my loved one's needs. The cna's are caring with the residents. I have not eaten there, but the meals look very good. I have only been there during ...
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Homestead of Knoxville Assisted Living

5.0
I would highly recommend Homestead. I would be happy to live there if I ever become unable to care for myself. The kitchen around mealtime smelled wonderful. Lots of areas to gather and socialize. Wide hallways with sitting areas spaced out so you can rest if you have a long trek to the mess ...
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River Valley Place of Ottumwa

5.0
Moved in with my wife in 2016 and I dont think I would have been able to handle her unexpected passing without the help of the staff here and the support of my neighbors. Since my wife has been gone, I have still been able to be cared for and yet maintain my independence. I like that I can jump ...
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Clarkdale review score based on 43 family reviews

7.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 43 reviews of 33 Clarkdale memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Clarkdale 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

Clarkdale review score compared against nearby cities

7.7
Clarkdale, IA33 facilities
7.7
Rathbun, IA52 facilities
7.9
Mystic, IA48 facilities

Review subcategories for Clarkdale 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 43 reviews of 33 Clarkdale memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Clarkdale 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.
Clarkdale, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.1
Friendliness
4.8
4.2
Care services
4.4
3.9
Staff
4.7
4.1
Meals & dining
4.2
3.8
Activities
4.6
3.7
Value for cost*
4.2
3.8
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Clarkdale memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Clarkdale memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Clarkdale, 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 Clarkdale 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 Clarkdale that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Clarkdale, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
33.3%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
9.1%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
36.4%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
15.2%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
30.3%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
18.2%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Clarkdale 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 Clarkdale Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Clarkdale, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
36.4%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
21.2%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
33.3%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.1%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Clarkdale 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 Clarkdale partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Clarkdale, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.1%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
12.1%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
15.2%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
9.1%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Clarkdale 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 Clarkdale communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Clarkdale, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
6.1%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
15.2%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
21.2%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Clarkdale 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 Clarkdale offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Clarkdale, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
21.2%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.1%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.2%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
21.2%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
27.3%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
24.2%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.3%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.2%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.2%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
18.2%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
21.2%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
9.1%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.1%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
21.2%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Clarkdale

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