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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Buxton, IA
Memory care in Buxton 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 Buxton is about $4,729 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 76 communities, read 345 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 Pella, Ottumwa and Leighton.
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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.
Edencrest is coming to Pleasant Hill! Edencrest is the area’s premiere senior community, and we are excited to begin serving the seniors of Pleasant Hill. This community is located in the Rising Sun neighborhood close to walking trails, golf courses, parks and restaurants. We offer assisted...
Provides: Assisted 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.
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.
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, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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
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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.
Person-centered careA respected health care provider in theNorwalk community for more than 40years, Regency Care Center offerscomprehensive rehab-to-home care,long-term care, and assisted living thatis entirely focused on helping residentsmeet their full potential. With thecompletion of a new...
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Cost of memory care in Buxton, IA
The average cost of senior living in Buxton is $4,729 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Russell, IA with an average of $4,304 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Buxton, IA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Buxton, IA by room type
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What families are saying about memory care in Buxton
Recent reviews for memory care in Buxton
Edencrest at Riverwoods in Des Moines, IA
5.0
The facility is really awesome! The staff are accommodating and friendly and the facility is kept well maintained. Everything is going so well, and we don't really have any complaints so far!
Courtyard Estates at Hawthorne Crossing in Bondurant, IA
5.0
The community at the Courtyard Estates at Hawthorne Crossing is wonderful. My loved one is enjoying the variety of meals served. The community has a wide range of great activities for the residents to enjoy and participate in. The community is very welcoming and feels like home. The staff have ...
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Independence Village of Pella
4.0
We feel like we've been taken care of. Good friends around us. Sometimes we are not happy with the food but we understand it's hard to satisfy a lot of people. Living quarters are rather small. I really enjoy the carestaff.
Buxton review score based on 81 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 81 reviews of 55 Buxton memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Buxton 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
Buxton review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Buxton 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 81 reviews of 55 Buxton memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Buxton 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.Buxton, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
3.9
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
3.9
4.0
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
3.8
4.0
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Buxton memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buxton memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buxton, 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 Buxton 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 Buxton that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Buxton, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
36.4%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
14.5%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.2%
82.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
45.5%
71.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.3%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.2%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
34.5%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
34.5%
72.3%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Buxton 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 Buxton Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Buxton, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
43.6%
74.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30.9%
46.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
41.8%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.2%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Buxton 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 Buxton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Buxton, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.4%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
12.7%
44.5%
No sugar
No sugar
10.9%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.7%
50.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
1.8%
17.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Buxton 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 Buxton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Buxton, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.4%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25.5%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
30.9%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buxton 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 Buxton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buxton, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
32.7%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.4%
33.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.2%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34.5%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.8%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.5%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.2%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25.5%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.7%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
30.9%
47.7%
Dances
Dances
18.2%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.8%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.5%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Independence Village of Pella, Homestead of Knoxville Assisted Living and Copper Shores Village are the top-rated memory care facilities near Buxton, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 76 memory care facilities near Buxton, Iowa. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Buxton, Iowa is Independence Village of Pella. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 76 memory care facilities near you in Buxton, Iowa typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Buxton, 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 Buxton, 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 Buxton, Iowa ranges from $700 to $8200. The average Memory Care cost in Buxton, Iowa is $4,729. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Buxton, Iowa typically starts at $700. 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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