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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Mason City, IA

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If your loved one needs memory care in Mason City, A Place for Mom can help. With 10 memory care facilities in Mason City, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Mason City incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Mason City memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Mason City, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Sheffield, Miller and Swaledale.
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It's a bit of a challenge because I don't have anything to compare to but, overall, I think our experience at Homestead of Mason City has been very favorable and we are very satisfied with the overall care...
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.
Close to the Minnesota border and 120 miles from Des Moines, Homestead of Mason City is a senior living community that offers residents high quality assisted living in Mason City, IA.What is assisted living? Assisted living is for those who can no longer live on their own, but do not require...
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My loved one is a resident at Country Meadow Place. There is no follow through by the upper staff. The nurse, [name removed], was excellent and followed through with everything she said she would do. The...
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.
Assisted Living & Memory Care in Mason City, IowaJust on the outskirts of town, close enough to stay connected yet far enough to feel the calm of the country, Country Meadow Place is both a peaceful retreat and a vibrant neighborhood alive with activity and community spirit. Our Assisted...
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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.
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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, 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.
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, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
About ABCM CorporationOakwood Care Center is owned by ABCM Corporation, Hampton, IA. ABCM is a multi-facility provider offering top-quality, long-term care services unmatched in the state of Iowa. We believe in a Person Directed Care approach to long-term care, encouraging the individuals we care...
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.
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Cost of memory care in Mason City, IA

The average cost of senior living in Mason City is $4,411 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ventura, IA with an average of $3,846 per month.

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

Mason City, IA
$4,371/mo
$4,601/mo

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

Mason City, IA
$4,371/mo
$4,367/mo
U.S. national average
$4,821/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,371/mo

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

Studio
$5,273/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,572/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,496/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Mason City over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Mason City

Recent reviews for memory care in Mason City

Homestead of Mason City

4.0
Compared to other homes in the area they are most cost effective. In regards to my other numbers 3 is average. Could do a little more activity but being a smaller size I know they are limited with staff. Overall experience has been good so far.

Country Meadow Place Assisted Living and Memory Care Community in Mason City, IA

4.6
We are very happy at Country Meadows Place community. Our loved one enjoys being there. I feel like they are just sitting around a lot but he is happy so that is all that matters to us . Best place for him. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other ...
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Mason City memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mason City memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mason 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 Mason 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 Mason City 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
20%
65%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
10%
47.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
30%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20%
28.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
30%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
30%
72.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Mason 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 Mason City Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Mason City, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
30%
73.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20%
45.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
30%
70.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10%
26.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mason 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 Mason City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mason City, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
10%
43.8%
No sugar
No sugar
10%
41%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
49.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Mason 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 Mason City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mason City, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10%
31.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
10%
39.1%
Room service
Room service
20%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mason 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 Mason City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mason City, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
30%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
33.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30%
54.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
30%
60.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
10%
39%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
35.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
20%
47.1%
Dances
Dances
20%
30.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10%
21.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20%
45.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

The 10 memory care facilities near you in Mason City, Iowa typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Mason City, 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 Mason City, 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 Mason City, Iowa ranges from $560 to $7700. The average Memory Care cost in Mason City, Iowa is $4,411. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Mason City, 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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