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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Olaf, IA
Memory care in Olaf 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 Olaf is about $3,795 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 48 communities, read 52 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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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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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.
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 CorporationLake Mills 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...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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 CorporationDumont Wellness 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...
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.
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
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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.
Elmore Assisted Living, founded in 2015, is an exciting new addition to the town of Elmore, MN. Our focus is to provide modest, economical housing accommodations that promote independence and well-being, with support available when needed. Residents live simply while not sacrificing quality of...
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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.
Cost of memory care in Olaf, IA
The average cost of senior living in Olaf is $3,795 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Coulter, IA with an average of $2,805 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Olaf, IA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about memory care in Olaf
Recent reviews for memory care in Olaf
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
3.6
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 others never gave me a new correct contract and they are still over changing the amount that ...
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Arlington Place of Pocahontas
4.8
They have done a super good job of helping me and my dad adjust to a new environment. They are very friendly. They are just a very good staff. I would definitely recommend the Arlington Place of Pocahontas. It has been a really good experience. I'm glad that my dad is comfortable there. ...
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Olaf memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Olaf memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Olaf, 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 Olaf 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 Olaf that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Olaf, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
23.1%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
23.1%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.4%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
33.3%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.1%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
33.3%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
33.3%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Olaf 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 Olaf Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Olaf, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
38.5%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
12.8%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
33.3%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.4%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Olaf 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 Olaf partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Olaf, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
5.1%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
7.7%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
7.7%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
17.9%
50.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Olaf 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 Olaf communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Olaf, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
2.6%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
7.7%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
10.3%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.3%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Olaf 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 Olaf offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Olaf, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
15.4%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
7.7%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10.3%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.8%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
12.8%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
30.8%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
5.1%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
10.3%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
7.7%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
12.8%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
12.8%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
7.7%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
5.1%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
7.7%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Homestead of Mason City, Country Meadow Place Assisted Living and Memory Care Community and Bickford of Fort Dodge are the top-rated memory care facilities near Olaf, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 48 memory care facilities near Olaf, Iowa. See the full list.
The 48 memory care facilities near you in Olaf, Iowa typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Olaf, 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 Olaf, 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 Olaf, Iowa ranges from $560 to $7700. The average Memory Care cost in Olaf, Iowa is $3,795. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Olaf, 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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