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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Buchanan, IA
Memory care in Buchanan 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 Buchanan is about $4,480 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 10 communities, read 46 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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9.3
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27 reviews
She's enjoying the social activities, the religious service, and the food. We would absolutely recommend Legacy Pointe to other families based on the experience we have had so far.
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.
Legacy Senior Living is a retirement community that is located on the east side of Iowa City. They have two distinct communities located on their beautiful campus. This includes Independent Living & Assisted Living. All Legacy staff members take part in Hearthstone training that is renewed...
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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.
With several open-concept floor plans to choose from, our apartment homes are comfortable, easy to navigate and designed to maximize living and entertaining. And because they’re all maintenance-free, you or your loved one won’t even have to change a light bulb.Outside, there’s a thriving...
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7.0
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3 reviews
What we like the most about the Prairie Hills at Tiptin community is the convenience, the openings for respite care and the friendly staff members they have there. Based on the experience we have had so...
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.
Prairie Hills at Tipton specializes in assisted living and memory care in a warm, home-like community nestled on a hill at the edge of town in Cedar County. Each spacious apartment overlooks beautiful landscapes from every direction. Our expansive property offers walking paths, outdoor...
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6.5
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16 reviews
I would tell others the community was wonderful. I like the personal touches the community did for the residents and families. It was a smaller community all on one level. I wouldn't change anything about...
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.
With our HigherPath senior health model leading the way, Bickford redefines senior living. It's not just about care; it's about proactive well-being, enabling your loved one to live happier, healthier — longer.Our approach clearly resonates — our happiness ratings among residents are double the...
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.
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, 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 CorporationHallmark 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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Cost of memory care in Buchanan, IA
The average cost of senior living in Buchanan is $4,480 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wilton, IA with an average of $4,071 per month.
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What families are saying about memory care in Buchanan
Recent reviews for memory care in Buchanan
Prairie Hills at Tipton
4.4
What we like the most about the Prairie Hills at Tiptin community is the convenience, the openings for respite care and the friendly staff members they have there. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to others.
Keystone Place at Forevergreen in North Liberty, IA
5.0
Our situation was a little different as my loved one needed more care & supervision than they had been receiving. First thing I noticed was how friendly & caring everyone at Keystone is - I think every staff member came in to introduce themselves to my loved one the first day my loved one ...
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Pearl City Place in Muscatine, IA
4.0
From the community that my mother came from, the Bickford has been better in many ways. They're still learning, but they are willing to solve problems and they contact me for anything. I like that I can see that they are trying and they are taking good care of my mother.
Buchanan memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buchanan memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buchanan, 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 Buchanan 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 Buchanan that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Buchanan, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
44.4%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
22.2%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
55.6%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22.2%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
44.4%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
44.4%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Buchanan 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 Buchanan Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Buchanan, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
55.6%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.3%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
44.4%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.1%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Buchanan 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 Buchanan partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Buchanan, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.4%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.4%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
18.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Buchanan 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 Buchanan communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Buchanan, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.2%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.4%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.2%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buchanan 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 Buchanan offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buchanan, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.2%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.6%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.6%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.2%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Stirlingshire of Coralville, Grand Living at Bridgewater and Legacy Pointe are the top-rated memory care facilities near Buchanan, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 10 memory care facilities near Buchanan, Iowa. See the full list.
The 10 memory care facilities near you in Buchanan, Iowa typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Buchanan, 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 Buchanan, 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 Buchanan, Iowa ranges from $360 to $9600. The average Memory Care cost in Buchanan, Iowa is $4,480. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Buchanan, Iowa typically starts at $360. 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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