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8 Best Memory Care Facilities in Fort Dodge, IA
Memory care in Fort Dodge 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 Fort Dodge is about $4,119 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 8 communities, read 4 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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Mother had progressive dementia, she was a handfull for the staff. The staff was very patient with her. Mother made no complaints about the facility. Mom was always a social person, as her disease progressed...
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.
Why settle for the ordinary in senior living when Bickford offers so much more? Freshly crafted meals, a dedicated caregiver always within reach, and a world of exciting activities await your loved one. Our commitment? Making sure they’re able to embrace life to the fullest, every single day....
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.
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, Home 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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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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Cost of memory care in Fort Dodge, IA
The average cost of senior living in Fort Dodge is $4,119 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Somers, IA with an average of $3,436 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Fort Dodge, IA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Fort Dodge, IA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Fort Dodge vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Fort Dodge, IA by room type
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What families are saying about memory care in Fort Dodge
Recent reviews for memory care in Fort Dodge
Bickford of Fort Dodge
5.0
So far it's very good. We haven't had any major complaints. She loves the food, she loves having a choice. The other residents have been friendly and welcoming, she made friends pretty quickly. It seems to be working out pretty well.
Fort Dodge memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fort Dodge memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fort Dodge, 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 Fort Dodge 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 Fort Dodge that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
16.7%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
16.7%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
16.7%
71.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
16.7%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
16.7%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Fort Dodge 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 Fort Dodge Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
16.7%
74.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
16.7%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
16.7%
70.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Fort Dodge 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 Fort Dodge partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fort Dodge, IANational
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
50.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fort Dodge 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 Fort Dodge offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
16.7%
45.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
16.7%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
16.7%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
16.7%
60.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
16.7%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
16.7%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bickford of Fort Dodge, Wahkonsa Manor and Greenleaf Retirement Community are the top-rated memory care facilities near Fort Dodge, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 8 memory care facilities near Fort Dodge, Iowa. See the full list.
The 8 memory care facilities near you in Fort Dodge, Iowa typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Fort Dodge, 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 Fort Dodge, 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 Fort Dodge, Iowa ranges from $560 to $11520. The average Memory Care cost in Fort Dodge, Iowa is $4,119. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Fort Dodge, Iowa typically starts at $560. 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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