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Memory care in Butler County 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 Butler County is about $4,111 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 89 communities, read 136 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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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, 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.
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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.
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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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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.
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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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.
At Ridgeway Place residents enjoy all the comforts of home in a beautiful, safe neighborhood setting, conveniently located near shopping centers, churches and medical clinics. With 96 units, Ridgeway Place offers a customized blend of independence that respects the needs of residents and...
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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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.
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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.
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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, 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.
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.
Whispering Willow Assisted Living and Memory Wing opened its doors in 2008 to provide assistance and care to elders desiring some assistance to help enjoy their lives. Our location at 601 Dawn Avenue in Fredericksburg Iowa is on the edge of town allowing a peaceful and relaxing environment...
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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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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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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 Butler County, IA

The average cost of senior living in Butler County is $4,111 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hampton, IA with an average of $3,506 per month.

Memory care costs in Butler County, IA, vs. nearby counties

Butler County, IA
$4,111/mo
$4,438/mo
$4,195/mo

Memory care costs in Butler County, IA, vs. state and national averages

Butler County, IA
$4,111/mo
$4,485/mo
U.S. national average
$4,946/mo

Memory care costs in Butler County, IA, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$4,111/mo

Memory care costs in Butler County, IA, by floor plan type

Studio
$5,479/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,267/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,516/mo

Senior living costs in Butler County 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: Butler County, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeButler County, IAIowaU.S.
Memory Care$4,111/mo$4,485/mo$4,946/mo
Assisted Living$4,104/mo$4,480/mo$4,698/mo
Independent Living$3,316/mo$3,268/mo$4,153/mo
Memory Care
Butler County, IA:$4,111/mo
Iowa:$4,485/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Assisted Living
Butler County, IA:$4,104/mo
Iowa:$4,480/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Independent Living
Butler County, IA:$3,316/mo
Iowa:$3,268/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Memory care costs in Butler County, IA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Butler County and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Memory care cost trends in Butler County, IA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Butler County have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Butler County, IA$8,161/mo$7,065/mo+15.5%
Iowa$5,514/mo$5,414/mo+1.9%
National$5,520/mo$5,479/mo+0.7%
Butler County, IA
2024 average cost:$8,161/mo
2023 average cost:$7,065/mo
Percent change:+15.5%
Iowa
2024 average cost:$5,514/mo
2023 average cost:$5,414/mo
Percent change:+1.9%
National
2024 average cost:$5,520/mo
2023 average cost:$5,479/mo
Percent change:+0.7%
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What families are saying about memory care in Butler County

Recent reviews for memory care in Butler County

Rosewood Estate in Waterloo, IA

4.6
The quality of the building itself and the care really stood out to our family. The friendliness of the staff members is a 5+, we aren't to sure on the meals but everything in regards to the activities has been pretty good so far.

CedarStone Senior Living in Cedar Falls, IA

4.9
I felt that the staff relieved a lot of stress from the first interview. They reassured us that this is what they do, what their staff is trained to do; care for my loved one, in my case in memory care. There was always the question in my mind 'Should I be trying to do this care myself?' I am ...
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Arlington Place at Oelwein

3.8
Some of the staff members are absolutely amazing, and some are difficult. The activities are pretty good, they do keep our loved one busy, and help keep her in a routine. Some care givers really tune into what she needs and likes, for example she enjoys keeping busy with chores, so they will ...
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Butler County review score based on 38 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 38 reviews of 68 Butler County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Butler County 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

Butler County review score compared against nearby cities

7.2
Butler County, IA68 facilities
8.0
Allison, IA16 facilities
7.8
Bristow, IA23 facilities

Review subcategories for Butler County 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 38 reviews of 68 Butler County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Butler County 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.
Butler County, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
3.8
4.2
Care services
3.3
3.9
Staff
3.5
4.1
Meals & dining
3.6
3.8
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
3.1
3.8
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Butler County memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Butler County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Butler County, 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 Butler County 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 Butler County 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
23.5%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
13.2%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.6%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.5%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
30.9%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
19.1%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.5%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
27.9%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
27.9%
69.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Butler County 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 Butler County Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Butler County, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
32.4%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
14.7%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
27.9%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.2%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Butler County 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 Butler County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Butler County, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.2%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
11.8%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
13.2%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
13.2%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
1.5%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Butler County 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 Butler County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Butler County, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
5.9%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
11.8%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
16.2%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.2%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Butler County 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 Butler County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Butler County, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
14.7%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10.3%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
8.8%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.9%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20.6%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
26.5%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
17.6%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
13.2%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.8%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
13.2%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
20.6%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
11.8%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8.8%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
13.2%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Butler County

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