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Memory care in Forest City 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 Forest City is about $4,195 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 15 communities, read 41 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 Mason City, Clear Lake and Northwood.

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It's a bit of a challenge because I don't have anything to compare to but, overall, I think our experience at Homestead of Mason City has been very favorable and we are very satisfied with the overall care...
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.
Close to the Minnesota border and 120 miles from Des Moines, Homestead of Mason City is a senior living community that offers residents high quality assisted living in Mason City, IA.What is assisted living? Assisted living is for those who can no longer live on their own, but do not require...
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They were wonderful and walked me through every step. Everything seems clean and smells fresh. The staff is very friendly and greets me every time I come in with a smile. I feel like my family member is...
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.
Assisted Living & Memory Care in Mason City, IowaJust on the outskirts of town, close enough to stay connected yet far enough to feel the calm of the country, Country Meadow Place is both a peaceful retreat and a vibrant neighborhood alive with activity and community spirit. Our Assisted...
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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
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, 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 CorporationConcord 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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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 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...
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, 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 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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Staff has been helpful and courteous to me. Mom has been happy about her dealings with them .
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.
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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
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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
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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 Forest City, IA

The average cost of senior living in Forest City is $4,195 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Thompson, IA with an average of $2,467 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Forest City, IA vs. nearby cities

Forest City, IA
$4,195/mo
$4,212/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Forest City, IA vs. the state and national average

Forest City, IA
$4,195/mo
$4,405/mo
U.S. national average
$4,862/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Forest City vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$4,195/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Forest City, IA by room type

Studio
$4,982/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,244/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,491/mo

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What families are saying about memory care in Forest City

Recent reviews for memory care in Forest City

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.

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

3.6
My loved one is a resident at Country Meadow Place. There is no follow through by the upper staff. The nurse, [name removed], was excellent and followed through with everything she said she would do. The others never gave me a new correct contract and they are still over changing the amount that ...
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Forest City memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Forest City memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Forest City, 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 Forest City 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 Forest City 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
14.3%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
21.4%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.9%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
35.7%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.6%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
35.7%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
35.7%
72.1%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Forest City 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 Forest City Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Forest City, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
42.9%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
14.3%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
35.7%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.4%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Forest City 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 Forest City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Forest City, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7.1%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
7.1%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
7.1%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
50.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Forest City 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 Forest City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Forest City, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
7.1%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
7.1%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Forest City 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 Forest City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Forest City, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
21.4%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.7%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
14.3%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
35.7%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
7.1%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.3%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
14.3%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
14.3%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.1%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
14.3%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 15 memory care facilities near Forest City, Iowa. See the full list.

The 15 memory care facilities near you in Forest City, Iowa typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Forest City, 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 Forest City, 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 Forest City, Iowa ranges from $560 to $7700. The average Memory Care cost in Forest City, Iowa is $4,195. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Forest City, 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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