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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Alexander, IA

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If your loved one needs memory care in Alexander, A Place for Mom can help. With 68 memory care facilities in Alexander, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Alexander incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Alexander memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Alexander, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
At Windsor Manor we believe that remaining connected to friends and loved ones, as well as the community and world at large, is a vital part of thriving as an older adult. We strive to diminish limitations by encouraging activity that stimulates the mind as well as the body, and we advocate as...
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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.
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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.
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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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
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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.
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
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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, 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...
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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.
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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, 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.
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, 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.
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
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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 Alexander, IA

The average cost of senior living in Alexander is $4,109 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Coulter, IA with an average of $2,799 per month.

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

Alexander, IA
$4,109/mo
$4,166/mo
$3,399/mo

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

Alexander, IA
$4,109/mo
$4,365/mo
U.S. national average
$4,822/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,109/mo

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

Studio
$5,041/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,251/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,430/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$1,075/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Alexander over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Alexander

Recent reviews for memory care in Alexander

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.

Bickford of Fort Dodge

5.0
So far it's very good. We haven't had any major complaints. She loves the food, she loves having a choice. The other residents have been friendly and welcoming, she made friends pretty quickly. It seems to be working out pretty well.

Arlington Place of Grundy Center

5.0
The care at this community for this community. The staff are caring and always keeping me informed on her progress. The menu offers a good variety of meals that she is enjoying. They have activities that are helpful for her to participate. We would recommend this community to other families for ...
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Alexander memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Alexander memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Alexander, 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 Alexander 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 Alexander that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Alexander, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
21.6%
65.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
13.7%
47.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.1%
82.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
29.4%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
17.6%
28.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
29.4%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
29.4%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Alexander 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 Alexander Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Alexander, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
29.4%
73.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
11.8%
45.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
27.5%
70.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.8%
26.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Alexander 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 Alexander partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Alexander, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7.8%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
5.9%
43.8%
No sugar
No sugar
5.9%
41%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
13.7%
49.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Alexander 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 Alexander communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Alexander, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
3.9%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
5.9%
39.2%
Room service
Room service
11.8%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.8%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Alexander 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 Alexander offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Alexander, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
13.7%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
7.8%
33.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.8%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
27.5%
54.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
13.7%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
23.5%
60.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
9.8%
39%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
7.8%
34.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
7.8%
35.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
9.8%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
13.7%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
7.8%
30.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
3.9%
21.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
9.8%
45.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Parker Place, Homestead of Mason City and Bickford of Fort Dodge are the top-rated memory care facilities near Alexander, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 68 memory care facilities near Alexander, Iowa. See the full list.

The 68 memory care facilities near you in Alexander, Iowa typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Alexander, 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 Alexander, 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 Alexander, Iowa ranges from $560 to $7700. The average Memory Care cost in Alexander, Iowa is $4,109. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Alexander, 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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