About Assisted LivingAssisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.Complete guide to assisted livingBest of 2024 Assisted Living Winners
About Memory CareMemory 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. Complete guide to memory careBest of 2024 Memory Care Winners
About Independent LivingIndependent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to independent livingBest of 2024 Independent Living Winners
About Senior LivingSenior living is a term used to describe various housing and care options for older adults from maintenance-free, 55+ facilities for active seniors, to secure, fully staffed facilities for seniors with Alzheimer's or dementia.
Complete guide to senior livingFind senior living facilities near you
About Nursing HomesNursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.Complete guide to Nursing Homes
About Home Care Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home. Complete guide to home careBest of 2024 Home Care Winners
About Senior ApartmentsSenior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to Senior Apartments
About Care HomesResidential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.Complete guide to care homes
Veteran ResourcesVA benefits for long-term care, such as Aid and Attendance benefits, can help eligible veterans and their surviving spouses pay for senior care.Guide to VA benefits for long-term care
More About Veterans Benefits
Senior Living Awards
How Our Service Works
Caregiver ResourcesAdd Review(866) 374-4058
Talk to a local advisor for FREE
10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Dexter, IA
Memory care in Dexter 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 Dexter is about $4,853 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 11 communities, read 11 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 West Des Moines, Urbandale and Macksburg.
Dexter Memory Care Facilities | 11 Reviews
Showing 10 communities
Last Updated: 12/20/24
Sort by
Filter by
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1010 Photos available
8.5
Review score
8 reviews
They were incredibly helpful to me and our family. When my loved one was first checked in, [name removed] the nurse highly recommend we put her in Hospice. That was a shock to us, but when she fully...
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.
The Lakeside Village is an absolutely beautiful 64- apartment, senior living community located in Panora, Iowa right on the east side of Lake Panorama. The community is a wonderful choice for seniors who want to retain their much-needed independence, while not having to worry about the hassles of...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1414 Photos available
Pricing promotion
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.
1212 Photos available
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
Adel Assisted Living was very easy to work with and everyone was very friendly and helpful. It is nice and quiet but they do have activities. The fact they have 24 hour medical personnel available is a...
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.
Located in a quiet neighborhood in the City of Adel, these apartments feature spacious living accommodations in a relaxing atmosphere. The 24-unit project at Adel Assisted Living also offers community areas for socializing and delicious meals. Wesley Services provides 24 hour on-site staff to...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
77 Photos available
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
Greenfield Manor is in a smaller town and it is a smaller facility and I think those do better than some of the larger facilities. I thought they did a very good job. My sister did not agree with some of...
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.
Welcome to Greenfield Assisted Living Community. Greenfield is the premier assisted living community of Adair County. Our safe, residential environment is staffed by an expert team that provides support and assistance when you need it. Our goal is to promote your independence and the quality of...
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
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.
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
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.
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
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.
Spurgeon Manor offers many levels of care: townhouses, independent apartment living, residential care, skilled and intermediate nursing care, including an Alzheimer’s unit. Residents currently living in our townhouses and independent apartments are privileged to preferential access to...
Our free advisors can help
- Compare local facilities
- Determine care type
- Schedule tours
- Evaluate pricing
Viewing 1-10 out of 10 communities
Cost of memory care in Dexter, IA
The average cost of senior living in Dexter is $4,853 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Menlo, IA with an average of $2,386 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Dexter, IA vs. the state and national average
Dexter, IA
U.S. national average
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Dexter vs. other types of senior living
Memory Care
Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Dexter, IA by room type
Studio
1 Bedroom
2 Bedroom
Average cost of Memory Care in Dexter over time
Dexter, IAIA stateNational
Discover the many ways to pay for senior living
Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.
Your Guide to Paying for Care
Plan for and know your options for how to cover long-term care expenses.
Your Guide to VA Benefits
The VA provides two veterans benefits that can be used to offset the costs of long-term care.
Medicare and Medicaid
Understand the difference between these two public pay options, and what they cover.
What families are saying about memory care in Dexter
Recent reviews for memory care in Dexter
Arbor Springs in West Des Moines, IA
5.0
My loved one had been at this facility for quite a while, and they did an excellent job looking after her. The care they provided here was very good, and the staff were all friendly and professional. The care provided here was a bit more than what she ended up needing and so we looked into other ...
Read more
Walnut Ridge in Clive, IA
4.6
I have heard they are hiring a 2nd nurse so there is one on nights and weekends. That has inhibited a few things when care was required.
Not a lot of activities getting them out of the facility. The bus had been broken. Even a bus ride around time would be nice.
The staff are wonderful in ...
Read more
Independence Village of Waukee
5.0
I'm writing on behalf of resident [name removed] and her family. We would like to express our deep appreciation and gratitude for the care [name removed] receives and her living community at Legacy Pointe/ Independence Village. [name removed] Was moved into long-term care shortly before the ...
Read more
Dexter memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dexter memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dexter, 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 Dexter 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 Dexter that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dexter, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
30%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
10%
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
50%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
30%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
30%
72.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Dexter 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 Dexter Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dexter, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
40%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
20%
70.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dexter 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 Dexter partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dexter, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
10%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
10%
50.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dining options in Dexter 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 Dexter communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dexter, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
30%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10%
23%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select programs and activities in Dexter 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 Dexter offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dexter, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
30%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
30%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
20%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30%
46.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Frequently Asked Questions
Independence Village of Waukee, Walnut Ridge and MorningStar at Jordan Creek are the top-rated memory care facilities near Dexter, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 11 memory care facilities near Dexter, Iowa. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Dexter, Iowa is Independence Village of Waukee. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 11 memory care facilities near you in Dexter, Iowa typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Dexter, 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 Dexter, 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 Dexter, Iowa ranges from $100 to $11520. The average Memory Care cost in Dexter, Iowa is $4,853. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Dexter, Iowa typically starts at $100. 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.
More questions?
Ask an A Place for Mom local advisor at no cost.
Memory Care in Cities Near Dexter
More options near Dexter, Iowa
The information contained on this page is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical, legal or financial advice or create a professional relationship between A Place for Mom and the reader. Always seek the advice of your health care provider, attorney or financial advisor with respect to any particular matter, and do not act or refrain from acting on the basis of anything you have read on this site. Links to third-party websites are only for the convenience of the reader; A Place for Mom does not endorse the contents of the third-party sites.
Back to top