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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Dows, IA
Memory care in Dows 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 Dows is about $4,502 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 73 communities, read 192 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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My parents have both resided at Homestead of Algona since 02/2023 and they absolutely love it. The staff that come in and give them their medications and showers are so kind and caring. When they moved in,...
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.
Homestead of Algona is an assisted living community located in the beautiful northern Iowa town of Algona, Kossuth County. Algona is a small town surrounded by picturesque farmland and rural scenery. With our four seasons we offer an ideal living area where our residents experience the country to...
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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.
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
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.
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 Dows, IA
The average cost of senior living in Dows is $4,502 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Coulter, IA with an average of $2,799 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Dows, IA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Dows vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Dows, IA by room type
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What families are saying about memory care in Dows
Recent reviews for memory care in Dows
Homestead of Mason City
4.0
Compared to other homes in the area they are most cost effective. In regards to my other numbers 3 is average. Could do a little more activity but being a smaller size I know they are limited with staff. Overall experience has been good so far.
Northridge Village in Ames, IA
5.0
Northridge VIllage is a very professionally run community with compassionate, efficient personnel. The atmosphere is friendly and welcoming for residents' demeanors and outlooks. The healthful meals are tasty, nicely varied and attractive and we appreciate the cleanliness of handling foodstuffs. ...
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Independence Village of Ames
4.3
My wife moved to the memory unit [time frame removed] ago. The staff has been very supportive to my wife and myself during this transition.
Dows review score based on 54 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 54 reviews of 55 Dows memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Dows 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
Dows review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Dows 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 54 reviews of 55 Dows memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Dows 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.Dows, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.1
4.0
Activities
3.8
4.0
Value for cost*
2.9
4.0
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Dows memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dows memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dows, 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 Dows 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 Dows 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
27.3%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
18.2%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.4%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
34.5%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.8%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.2%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
30.9%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
30.9%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Dows 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 Dows Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
32.7%
74.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
12.7%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
29.1%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.7%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dows 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 Dows partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.9%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
9.1%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
7.3%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.2%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
1.8%
17.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Dows 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 Dows communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dows, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
7.3%
31.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
10.9%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
10.9%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.1%
22.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dows 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 Dows offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
16.4%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.1%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10.9%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
27.3%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
16.4%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
25.5%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
10.9%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.7%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
12.7%
36.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
16.4%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
16.4%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
12.7%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.1%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
10.9%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Independence Village of Ames, Homestead of Mason City and Country Meadow Place Assisted Living and Memory Care Community are the top-rated memory care facilities near Dows, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 73 memory care facilities near Dows, Iowa. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Dows, Iowa is Independence Village of Ames. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 73 memory care facilities near you in Dows, Iowa typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Dows, 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 Dows, 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 Dows, Iowa ranges from $560 to $11520. The average Memory Care cost in Dows, Iowa is $4,502. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Dows, Iowa typically starts at $560. 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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