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Memory care in Charles City 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 Charles City is about $3,959 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 105 communities, read 154 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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
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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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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.
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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.
About ABCM CorporationDumont Wellness 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
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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.
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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
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
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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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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, 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, 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.
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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.

Cost of memory care in Charles City, IA

The average cost of senior living in Charles City is $3,959 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mitchell, IA with an average of $3,888 per month.

Memory care costs in Charles City, IA, vs. nearby cities

Charles City, IA
$3,959/mo
$4,743/mo
$4,339/mo

Memory care costs in Charles City, IA, vs. state and national averages

Charles City, IA
$3,959/mo
$4,485/mo
U.S. national average
$4,954/mo

Memory care costs in Charles City, IA, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$3,959/mo

Memory care costs in Charles City, IA, by floor plan type

Studio
$5,231/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,085/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,990/mo

Senior living costs in Charles City 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: Charles City, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCharles City, IAIowaU.S.
Memory Care$3,959/mo$4,485/mo$4,954/mo
Assisted Living$3,959/mo$4,480/mo$4,703/mo
Independent Living$3,322/mo$3,268/mo$4,160/mo
Memory Care
Charles City, IA:$3,959/mo
Iowa:$4,485/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
Assisted Living
Charles City, IA:$3,959/mo
Iowa:$4,480/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Independent Living
Charles City, IA:$3,322/mo
Iowa:$3,268/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
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Memory care costs in Charles City, IA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Charles City 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 Charles City, IA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Charles City 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
Charles City, IA$8,161/mo$7,065/mo+15.5%
Iowa$5,204/mo$5,115/mo+1.7%
National$5,506/mo$5,531/mo-0.5%
Charles City, IA
2024 average cost:$8,161/mo
2023 average cost:$7,065/mo
Percent change:+15.5%
Iowa
2024 average cost:$5,204/mo
2023 average cost:$5,115/mo
Percent change:+1.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,506/mo
2023 average cost:$5,531/mo
Percent change:-0.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Charles City

Recent reviews for memory care in Charles City

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.

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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Whispering Willow in Fredericksburg, IA

5.0
Staff at Whispering Willow were wonderful with my Dad during his short stay. Both staff and the other residents were kind and encouraging. Dad even found a brother and sister he knew, who he spent time with in his high school years. As Dad started to decline, staff kept me updated with changes ...
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Charles City review score based on 47 family reviews

7.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 47 reviews of 80 Charles City memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Charles City 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

Charles City review score compared against nearby cities

7.2
Charles City, IA80 facilities
7.5
Floyd, IA8 facilities
7.5
Colwell, IA11 facilities

Review subcategories for Charles City 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 47 reviews of 80 Charles City memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Charles City 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.
Charles City, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.2
Care services
3.5
3.9
Staff
3.8
4.1
Meals & dining
3.7
3.8
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
3.3
3.8
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Charles City memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Charles City memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Charles City, 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 Charles City 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 Charles City that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Charles City, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
28.7%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
15%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.5%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.5%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
36.3%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.8%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.5%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
28.7%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
31.3%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Charles City 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 Charles City Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Charles City, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
37.5%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
16.3%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
31.3%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.5%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Charles City 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 Charles City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Charles City, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
11.3%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
12.5%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.3%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Charles City 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 Charles City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Charles City, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
7.5%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
10%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
18.8%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Charles City 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 Charles City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Charles City, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
16.3%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
8.8%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.8%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
23.8%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
30%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
17.5%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
10%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.3%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
16.3%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
23.8%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
11.3%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8.8%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
13.8%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Charles City

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 Charles City 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, CedarStone Senior Living and Harmony Place are the top-rated memory care facilities near Charles City, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 105 memory care facilities near Charles City, Iowa. See the full list.
The 105 memory care facilities near you in Charles City, Iowa typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Charles City, 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 Charles City, 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 Charles City, Iowa ranges from $120 to $8500. The average Memory Care cost in Charles City, Iowa is $3,959. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Charles City, 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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