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Memory care in Polk City 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 Polk City is about $4,765 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 14 communities, read 285 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Within two months we have moved my Mom into Copperwood's Memory Care and my Dad into Copperwood's Assisted Living. Although this process has been one of the most difficult and stressful in our family, 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.
Where Life Feels Familiar—and New Friendships BeginAt CopperWood Senior Living in Ankeny, we believe aging well means staying socially connected and genuinely cared for. In our hospitality-focused community—set in the walkable Prairie Trail neighborhood—residents enjoy purposeful living, vibrant...
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Meadowview is AMAZING!! We love everything about it! New, modern, nursing staff is great, a few complaints about the food, but mostly great, shuttle bus service is awesome! We highly recommend!!
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Meadowview of Johnston is an inviting senior living community staffed by caring, compassionate individuals. Nestled on five acres near Merle Hay Road, the community has many conveniences nearby, but it feels more secluded than that, backing up to a trail and pasture.Whether residents need...
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The facility is amazing. It is very clean & the staff is very nice. They treat my mom so good. There has been a lot of staff turnover since my mom moved in one year ago which gets confusing & frustrating l....
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.
Welcome to Independence Village of Ankeny! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include assisted living and memory care. Throughout each service level, we strive to...
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There were just a couple small things that didn't go exactly perfectly (logistics wise and nobody's fault) but nothing concerning. My mom had nothing but good things to say about the staff and about the...
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.
Edencrest at Siena Hills Assisted Living and Memory Care is your community of choice in Ankeny! We are committed to providing Red Carpet Treatment for everyone who lives, works, and visits Siena Hills. Red Carpet Treatment is more than simple hospitality; it is our way of life! Our 'Resident...
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Always room for improvement but we and [name removed] are happy. The onboarding could be a little better, just a person there to guide you upon arrival and as you first just settle in.
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.
Journey Senior Living of Ankeny is an Assisted Living and Memory Care community serving Ankeny, Iowa and surrounding communities. We provide the ideal solution for seniors who value their independence but may require some assistance with activities of daily living.Opened November 2016. Journey...
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All categories are 5. Mom and Dad have had a great experience at The Suites of Ankeny. They take great care of them and the staff has gone above and beyond to make them feel welcome and at home.
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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We visited 9 facilities before choosing Cedars Assisted Living for our relative with Alzheimer's. We were influenced by the cost, the staff, the availability of higher level of care if the need arose. 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.
Nestled in the Northwest corner of Madrid, The Cedars has all the comforts you want in home. With its close proximity to the High Trestle Trail, Iowa Arboretum, and many other recreational activities, as well as raised gardens in the courtyard, and a beautifully landscaped seating area outside...
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Staff is kind and helpful. Room size was fine. Meal times were a little weird. They had no recreation person at the time so activities were lacking. Have hired one recently.
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.
At Bickford, we believe the golden years should be golden. Your loved one will be immersed in a world of homemade culinary delights, continuous caregiver companionship, and a myriad of enjoyable social engagements. Our commitment to their best life is unwavering, powered by our renowned...
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None of these facilities are perfect. They are often understaffed, and administratively they make mistakes. They take adequate care of my Mom.
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.
Edencrest at Green Meadows is professionally managed by Senior Housing Companies.We are committed to providing Red Carpet Treatment for everyone who lives, works, and visits Green Meadows. Enjoy peace of mind and a wide variety of all-inclusive amenities when you reserve your apartment today. Ask...
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This is a great opportunity for a parent or a loved one to go to. They are very welcome and open with the residents as well as the family. My mother is very happy there and it was the best place for her to...
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.
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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.
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I've lived here less than a year, which has been an interesting year for everyone. It was handled well by everyone. I plan to live here the rest of my life.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Kennybrook Village is a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) in Grimes, Iowa. Located near the entrance of the Kennybrook Estates Subdivision, Kennybrook Village is the first community of its kind in the Grimes area. A CCRC is a campus that is tailored to the needs of senior adults who...
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My parents are at Senior Suites and I’ve known other people that Have lived there for years and it’s very caring ..wonderful place ..the food is great it’s always clean ...friendly ..we love it
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.
Senior Suites of Urbandale is located in a quiet residential Urbandale neighborhood (northwest suburb of Des Moines).  The Suites is our assisted living community, while the Veranda is our licensed memory loss center in a residential care setting.  Available to you are many living...

Cost of memory care in Polk City, IA

The average cost of senior living in Polk City is $4,765 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Windsor Heights, IA with an average of $4,555 per month.

Memory care costs in Polk City, IA, vs. nearby cities

Polk City, IA
$4,765/mo
$4,776/mo
$4,827/mo

Memory care costs in Polk City, IA, vs. state and national averages

Polk City, IA
$4,765/mo
$4,485/mo
U.S. national average
$4,946/mo

Memory care costs in Polk City, IA, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$4,765/mo

Memory care costs in Polk City, IA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,925/mo
Studio
$5,544/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,126/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,684/mo

Senior living costs in Polk City vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Polk City, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typePolk City, IAIowaU.S.
Memory Care$4,765/mo$4,485/mo$4,946/mo
Assisted Living$4,765/mo$4,480/mo$4,698/mo
Independent Living$3,150/mo$3,268/mo$4,153/mo
Memory Care
Polk City, IA:$4,765/mo
Iowa:$4,485/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Assisted Living
Polk City, IA:$4,765/mo
Iowa:$4,480/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Independent Living
Polk City, IA:$3,150/mo
Iowa:$3,268/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Memory care costs in Polk City, IA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Polk City and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Memory care cost trends in Polk City, IA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Polk City have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Polk City, IA$7,792/mo$7,030/mo+10.8%
Iowa$6,351/mo$6,198/mo+2.5%
National$6,354/mo$5,957/mo+6.7%
Polk City, IA
2024 average cost:$7,792/mo
2023 average cost:$7,030/mo
Percent change:+10.8%
Iowa
2024 average cost:$6,351/mo
2023 average cost:$6,198/mo
Percent change:+2.5%
National
2024 average cost:$6,354/mo
2023 average cost:$5,957/mo
Percent change:+6.7%
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What families are saying about memory care in Polk City

Recent reviews for memory care in Polk City

Edencrest at Riverwoods in Des Moines, IA

5.0
The facility is really awesome! The staff are accommodating and friendly and the facility is kept well maintained. Everything is going so well, and we don't really have any complaints so far!

Rock Creek Senior Living in Ankeny, IA

5.0
We toured Journey and it is a very high quality place. The meals are all chef prepared and you can order food at anytime of the day so they are not served cafeteria style. They did not have any openings when we needed but I would highly recommend them.

Independence Village of Ankeny

5.0
What stood out to me about this community is that they are very helpful and care very much about the residents. Very nice facility. The staff has been helpful and responsive. They have activities and try to remain busy. They have had some turnover… But I'm not sure any place is any better in ...
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Polk City review score based on 81 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 81 reviews of 13 Polk City memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Polk City review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Polk City review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Polk City, IA13 facilities
8.4
Granger, IA12 facilities
8.9
Alleman, IA6 facilities

Review subcategories for Polk City memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 81 reviews of 13 Polk City memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Polk City resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
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Cleanliness
3.8
4.1
Friendliness
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4.2
Care services
3.5
3.9
Staff
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4.1
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Value for cost*
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Polk City memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Polk City memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Polk 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 Polk 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 Polk 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
76.9%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
30.8%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
76.9%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
15.4%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
76.9%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
84.6%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Polk 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 Polk City Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Polk City, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
69.2%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
53.8%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
76.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Polk 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 Polk City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.4%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.5%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
38.5%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.2%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.4%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Polk 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 Polk City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
30.8%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.8%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
61.5%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30.8%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Polk 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 Polk City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
69.2%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.8%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.5%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
69.2%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.5%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.2%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.2%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.2%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.2%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.5%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
61.5%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
38.5%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
53.8%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.2%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Polk City

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Iowa memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Polk City protect seniors.
Learn about Iowa memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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