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Memory care in St Ansgar 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 St Ansgar is about $4,078 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 94 communities, read 158 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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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 Summit Heights Independent and Assisted Living
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 Riceville Community Rest 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.
Photo of Kenwood Heritage Living
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, 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.
St. Mark’s Heritage Assisted Living Community offers the independence of private one- and two-bedroom or studio apartments, with the availability of supportive services as you want or need them. Heritage offers a well-designed community with thoughtful gathering spots, a courtyard garden, and a...
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.
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 Our House Senior Living Memory Care  - Austin
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Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Our beautiful Memory Care residence in Austin, Minnesota on 14th Street NW provides dignified, quality care for seniors who can no longer live alone because of dementia and other forms of memory loss. Our programs are designed to help those with cognitive needs providing a safe, nurturing and...
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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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Photo of Cornerstone AL
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 Our House Senior Living Senior Apartments - Austin
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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.
Our Senior Apartments in Austin, MN offer seniors the opportunity to enjoy all the benefits of living in a community environment while maintaining independence and privacy. All Our House Senior Living Apartments offer a full complement of amenities and services including private apartments with...
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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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I liked the facility and I liked the staff that are here, they treat us well and take very good care of us. Everybody is friendly and helpful and they keep an eye on us. The food here is just typical mass...
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 The Meadows of Grand Meadow
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.
Photo of The Courtyard and Oakwood Care Ctr
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 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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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.
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 Prairie Senior Cottages Of Alb
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 Knutson Place Apartments
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 Mills Harbour and Lake Mills Care Center
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 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...
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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.
Photo of Heather Haus Apartment
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.

Cost of memory care in St Ansgar, IA

The average cost of senior living in St Ansgar is $4,078 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include McIntire, IA with an average of $3,596 per month.

Memory care costs in St Ansgar, IA, vs. nearby cities

St Ansgar, IA
$4,078/mo
$3,888/mo
$3,941/mo

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

St Ansgar, IA
$4,078/mo
$4,480/mo
U.S. national average
$4,943/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,078/mo

Memory care costs in St Ansgar, IA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,558/mo
Studio
$4,481/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,770/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,705/mo

Senior living costs in St Ansgar 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: St Ansgar, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSt Ansgar, IAIowaU.S.
Memory Care$4,078/mo$4,480/mo$4,943/mo
Assisted Living$4,078/mo$4,475/mo$4,710/mo
Independent Living$3,595/mo$3,264/mo$4,158/mo
Memory Care
St Ansgar, IA:$4,078/mo
Iowa:$4,480/mo
U.S.:$4,943/mo
Assisted Living
St Ansgar, IA:$4,078/mo
Iowa:$4,475/mo
U.S.:$4,710/mo
Independent Living
St Ansgar, IA:$3,595/mo
Iowa:$3,264/mo
U.S.:$4,158/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in St Ansgar

Recent reviews for memory care in St Ansgar

Birchwood Cottages - Owatonna

5.0
I wish we had moved my mom here years earlier. I see photos of her and she is dressed up like her old self and her hair is combed nicely. They have good activities, even if she is not actually participating she is sitting at the table interacting with the other residents. They have a Facebook ...
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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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Oak Park Place - Albert Lea

4.4
They really try and involve the community and their decorations are beautiful. The facility is very nice and clean and always decorated. As far as improving, on the memory care side, I have seen no activities with those residents. And with memory care it may be difficult, but they have puzzles ...
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St Ansgar review score based on 58 family reviews

7.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 58 reviews of 74 St Ansgar memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The St Ansgar 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

St Ansgar review score compared against nearby cities

7.5
St Ansgar, IA74 facilities
7.4
Mitchell, IA86 facilities
6.6
Carpenter, IA20 facilities

Review subcategories for St Ansgar 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 58 reviews of 74 St Ansgar memory care communities. This chart helps you compare St Ansgar 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.
St Ansgar, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.3
Care services
3.7
3.9
Staff
3.8
4.1
Meals & dining
3.4
3.8
Activities
3.4
3.8
Value for cost*
3.4
3.8
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St Ansgar memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in St Ansgar memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in St Ansgar, 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 St Ansgar 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 St Ansgar that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
St Ansgar, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
31.1%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
8.1%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.2%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.6%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
36.5%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.9%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.6%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
28.4%
59%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
32.4%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in St Ansgar 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 St Ansgar Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
St Ansgar, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
41.9%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
17.6%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
32.4%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.2%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in St Ansgar 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 St Ansgar partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
St Ansgar, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.8%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.9%
43.8%
No sugar
No sugar
14.9%
40.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.2%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.1%
20.6%
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Availability of select dining options in St Ansgar 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 St Ansgar communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
St Ansgar, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
9.5%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
17.6%
39.2%
Room service
Room service
21.6%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.8%
22.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in St Ansgar 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 St Ansgar offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
St Ansgar, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
23%
44.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.9%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.5%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.8%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31.1%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.8%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
9.5%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
13.5%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
21.6%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
31.1%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
12.2%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8.1%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
18.9%
45.4%
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State regulations for memory care in St Ansgar

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

Frequently Asked Questions

South Grove Lodge Senior Living, Traditions of Preston and Harmony Place are the top-rated memory care facilities near St Ansgar, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 94 memory care facilities near St Ansgar, Iowa. See the full list.

The 94 memory care facilities near you in St Ansgar, Iowa typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in St Ansgar, 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 St Ansgar, 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 St Ansgar, Iowa ranges from $120 to $8295. The average Memory Care cost in St Ansgar, Iowa is $4,078. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in St Ansgar, 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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