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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Exira, IA
Memory care in Exira 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 Exira is about $4,279 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 36 communities, read 83 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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First impression was great we think the staff team there does amazing work. When it comes to the value for cost we do think our loved one is in the best place he could be. We are still not able to come to...
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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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My Mom was diagnosed with Alzheimer's over 7 years ago. My Dad is 93, she is 90; they have been married for 69 years. Thanks to my amazing siblings, we were able to keep Mom at home until recently. While it...
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.
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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.
The Gardens Retirement Community of Ocean Springs, Mississippi, offers all the amenities that every senior could enjoy. Our staff is here to help adjust to new living circumstances and offer a helping hand to adjust to the new setting. We have a passion for enriching the lives of seniors and...
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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: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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, 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.
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...
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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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Cost of memory care in Exira, IA
The average cost of senior living in Exira is $4,279 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Adair, IA with an average of $2,987 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Exira, IA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about memory care in Exira
Recent reviews for memory care in Exira
Oakland Heights Assisted Living
4.8
Recently my father has been needing more help and we have looked at several assisted living places. We have had such a positive experience in a very difficult time. Thank you Oakland Assisted Living, we look forward to moving forward with you.
Arlington Place of Red Oak
5.0
I was at Arlington Place of Red Oak for a short stay. In that amount of time, everything at this facility seemed fine in every aspect! I think that everything was great. I would recommend this facility to others.
King's Gardens Campus of Perry Lutheran Homes
5.0
In January, my family was asked to move my father to a locked memory care facility. I checked multiple facilities and after visiting Perry Lutheran homes, I felt like that would be home for him. When we moved our father, he instantly seemed very content and at home.
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Exira memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Exira memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Exira, 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 Exira 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 Exira that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Exira, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
41.7%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
11.1%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.4%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
44.4%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.8%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.2%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
38.9%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
38.9%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Exira 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 Exira Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Exira, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
41.7%
74.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
22.2%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
33.3%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
8.3%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Exira 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 Exira partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Exira, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19.4%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.7%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
19.4%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.8%
17.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Exira 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 Exira communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Exira, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.1%
31.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.8%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
27.8%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
22.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Exira 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 Exira offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Exira, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
38.9%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.2%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.7%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.1%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.7%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
13.9%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.2%
36.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
36.1%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.9%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Homestead of Creston, Allen Place and Hansen House Harlan are the top-rated memory care facilities near Exira, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 36 memory care facilities near Exira, Iowa. See the full list.
The 36 memory care facilities near you in Exira, Iowa typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Exira, 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 Exira, 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 Exira, Iowa ranges from $570 to $10350. The average Memory Care cost in Exira, Iowa is $4,279. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Exira, Iowa typically starts at $570. 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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