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Memory care in Columbus 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 Columbus City is about $4,417 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 13 communities, read 8 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Staff is very nice and attentive. Facility is nicely kept. It's very nice to have a doctor come there and the hairdresser there used to work with my mom many years ago.
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.
Pearl City Place, a top-rated assisted living and memory care community, is thrilled to be considered a part of the Muscatine community serving the needs of seniors and their families. Our community offers a welcoming and comfortable home-like environment, encouraging residents to bring personal...
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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
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.
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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
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
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.
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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, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Welcome to Lutheran Living Senior Campus!Nestled in the lush fields of Muscatine, Iowa, we provide you with residences,services, and conveniences for a full life today and the full continuum of health care and rehabilitation to support you into the future. Lutheran Living is the onlyContinuing...
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Cost of memory care in Columbus City, IA

The average cost of senior living in Columbus City is $4,417 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Washington, IA with an average of $3,180 per month.

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

Columbus City, IA
$4,417/mo
$4,417/mo

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

Columbus City, IA
$4,417/mo
$4,485/mo
U.S. national average
$4,946/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,417/mo

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

Semi-Private
$8,850/mo
Studio
$5,035/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,102/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,294/mo

Senior living costs in Columbus 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: Columbus City, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeColumbus City, IAIowaU.S.
Memory Care$4,417/mo$4,485/mo$4,946/mo
Assisted Living$4,417/mo$4,480/mo$4,698/mo
Independent Living$3,299/mo$3,268/mo$4,153/mo
Memory Care
Columbus City, IA:$4,417/mo
Iowa:$4,485/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Assisted Living
Columbus City, IA:$4,417/mo
Iowa:$4,480/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Independent Living
Columbus City, IA:$3,299/mo
Iowa:$3,268/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in Columbus City

Recent reviews for memory care in Columbus City

Pearl City Place in Muscatine, IA

5.0
We are loving everything about this facility! The care is wonderful and the staff are really great! The food is good, and my father likes the activities that they have to offer. We also love the fact that the facility is very homey and comfortable for my father. We are very pleased with his ...
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Addington Place of Muscatine

5.0
I have visited this facility a lot in the past 5-6 years. Much improved in the last 2-3 years. All the employees are great. Everything is very neat and clean. Lot of activities for residents. Great security. Great location in the town. Beautiful landscaping - lot of space for residents to walk ...
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Addington Place of Mt Pleasant in Mount Pleasant, IA

5.0
So exceedingly happy my mother is living here. As a dementia patient victim, change is not appreciated, but she is adapted very quickly and is quite content. Staff is fantastic!

Columbus City memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Columbus City memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Columbus 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 Columbus 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 Columbus City that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Columbus City, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
22.2%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
22.2%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
22.2%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
11.1%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
11.1%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
22.2%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Columbus 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 Columbus City Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Columbus City, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
22.2%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
22.2%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
22.2%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.1%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Columbus 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 Columbus City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Columbus City, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.1%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.2%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
22.2%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.1%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Columbus 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 Columbus City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Columbus City, IANational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
11.1%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
11.1%
36.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Columbus 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 Columbus City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Columbus City, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
22.2%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.2%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.1%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
22.2%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
22.2%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
22.2%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.2%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.2%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.1%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.2%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
22.2%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
11.1%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22.2%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Columbus 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 Columbus City protect seniors.
Learn about Iowa memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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