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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Jay, IA

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Memory care in Jay 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 Jay is about $5,510 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 10 communities, read 26 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 Indianola, Summerset and Sandyville.

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Photo of Vintage Hills of Indianola
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We wanted to find a memory care facility that was near us and allowed cats. Moving our loved one to a memory care facility was stressful enough for him and we knew if we also took away his cat, it would be...
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.
Vintage Hills is located in Indianola, Iowa just 15 minutes south of Des Moines. There are 46 assisted living apartments ranging from 414 to 813 square feet. The memory care consist of 20 apartments with private and shared rooms. We have immediate availabilities for memory care. There is a town...
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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.
40 miles from Des Moines and conveniently located near I-35 and Lakeside Hotel & Casino, Homestead of Osceola is a senior living community that offers residents high quality memory care and assisted living in Osceola, IA.What is assisted living? Assisted living is for those who can no longer...
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Everything I’ve seen is good. Everyone we’ve dealt with has been real nice. We’ve been real pleased. I’ve eaten there a couple a couple of times and it was good. There is enough parking. The laundry service...
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.
Windsor Manor Indianola features 42 one and two bedroom apartments each with its own private bath and kitchen or kitchenette. Personal laundry and housekeeping services provided, as is assistance with the activities of daily living. Designed to help residents feel safe and secure, additional...
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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.
As we turn the pages of our lives – growing up, working, experiencing loves and losses, raising our own children – we all experience times when we need a little extra help. At Northridge Assisted Living, we have created an environment which combines and celebrates these memorable aspects of life...
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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, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes, Senior Apartments
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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.
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Active. Engaged. Pursuing the full richness of life. It doesn’t just happen by itself. It’s a choice those who live at The Village make. They choose to be passionate, not passive. They embrace being participants, not just spectators, wrapping their arms around opportunity and adventure. Because...
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Cost of memory care in Jay, IA

The average cost of senior living in Jay is $5,510 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bevington, IA with an average of $4,370 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Jay, IA vs. nearby cities

Jay, IA
$5,510/mo
$4,481/mo
$4,590/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Jay, IA vs. the state and national average

Jay, IA
$5,510/mo
$4,367/mo
U.S. national average
$4,987/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Jay vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$5,510/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Jay, IA by room type

Studio
$5,529/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,168/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,395/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Jay over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Jay

Recent reviews for memory care in Jay

Vintage Hills of Indianola

5.0
What we really like about Vintage Hills of Indianola is just how friendly the staff members are and how they are always so willing to help out our loved one. Based on our families experience so far we would recommend this community to other families.

Jay memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Jay memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Jay, 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 Jay 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 Jay 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
37.5%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
12.5%
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
50%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
37.5%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
25%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Jay 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 Jay Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Jay, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
37.5%
74.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
12.5%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Jay 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 Jay partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Jay, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
12.5%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.5%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
17.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Jay 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 Jay communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Jay, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.5%
31.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.5%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
22.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Jay 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 Jay offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Jay, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
25%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.5%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.5%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.5%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.5%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
36.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.5%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
37.5%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
12.5%
31.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.5%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Vintage Hills of Indianola, Homestead of Osceola and Windsor Manor Indianola are the top-rated memory care facilities near Jay, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 10 memory care facilities near Jay, Iowa. See the full list.

The 10 memory care facilities near you in Jay, Iowa typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Jay, 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 Jay, 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 Jay, Iowa ranges from $100 to $9700. The average Memory Care cost in Jay, Iowa is $5,510. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Jay, 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.

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