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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Schley, IA

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Memory care in Schley 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 Schley is about $6,480 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 62 communities, read 87 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Decorah, Cresco and Elma.

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I liked the facility and I liked the staff that are here, they treat us well and take very good care of us. Everybody is friendly and helpful and they keep an eye on us. The food here is just typical mass...
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.
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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
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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.
St. Mark’s Heritage Assisted Living Community offers the independence of private one- and two-bedroom or studio apartments, with the availability of supportive services as you want or need them. Heritage offers a well-designed community with thoughtful gathering spots, a courtyard garden, and a...
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
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
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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
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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: Memory Care
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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.
Our beautiful Memory Care residence in Austin, Minnesota on 14th Street NW provides dignified, quality care for seniors who can no longer live alone because of dementia and other forms of memory loss. Our programs are designed to help those with cognitive needs providing a safe, nurturing and...
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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 CorporationGrandview Health 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...
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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.
Our Senior Apartments in Austin, MN offer seniors the opportunity to enjoy all the benefits of living in a community environment while maintaining independence and privacy. All Our House Senior Living Apartments offer a full complement of amenities and services including private apartments with...

Cost of memory care in Schley, IA

The average cost of senior living in Schley is $6,480 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cresco, IA with an average of $6,480 per month.

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

Schley, IA
$6,480/mo
$6,921/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

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

Memory Care
$6,480/mo

Memory care costs in Schley, IA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,973/mo
Studio
$6,315/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,077/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,905/mo

Senior living costs in Schley 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: Schley, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSchley, IAIowaU.S.
Memory Care$6,480/mo$6,921/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$5,867/mo$5,505/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$2,310/mo$2,925/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Schley, IA:$6,480/mo
Iowa:$6,921/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Schley, IA:$5,867/mo
Iowa:$5,505/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Schley, IA:$2,310/mo
Iowa:$2,925/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Memory care costs in Schley, IA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Schley 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 Schley, IA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Schley 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 average 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
Schley, IA$6,815/mo$6,436/mo+5.9%
Iowa$5,573/mo$5,603/mo-0.5%
National$5,585/mo$5,514/mo+1.3%
Schley, IA
2024 average cost:$6,815/mo
2023 average cost:$6,436/mo
Percent change:+5.9%
Iowa
2024 average cost:$5,573/mo
2023 average cost:$5,603/mo
Percent change:-0.5%
National
2024 average cost:$5,585/mo
2023 average cost:$5,514/mo
Percent change:+1.3%
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What families are saying about memory care in Schley

Recent reviews for memory care in Schley

Park Lane Estates in Preston, MN

5.0
I couldn't be any more pleased with this community, and all they have done for us. Everything is working out very well, and my mother is doing great since her move here. This is the best community for her, and her needs. They are taking very good care of her. A place for mom was great with all ...
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Arlington Place at Oelwein

3.8
Some of the staff members are absolutely amazing, and some are difficult. The activities are pretty good, they do keep our loved one busy, and help keep her in a routine. Some care givers really tune into what she needs and likes, for example she enjoys keeping busy with chores, so they will ...
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St Charles Senior Living

5.0
I find the staff to be very supportive of the residents and their families. They treat the residents like they are family. They have a lot of activities and bus trips to keep them busy. The food is good. I highly recommend the facility to anyone who has dementia or Alzheimer's.

Schley review score based on 32 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 32 reviews of 62 Schley memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Schley 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

Schley review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Schley, IA62 facilities
7.6
New Hampton, IA74 facilities
6.3
Osage, IA68 facilities

Review subcategories for Schley 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 32 reviews of 62 Schley memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Schley 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.
Schley, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.5
3.7
Friendliness
3.5
3.8
Care services
3.2
3.5
Staff
3.3
3.7
Meals & dining
3.3
3.4
Activities
3.0
3.3
Value for cost*
3.0
3.4
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Schley memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Schley memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Schley, 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 Schley 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 Schley that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Schley, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
32.3%
63.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
9.7%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.3%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.8%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
30.6%
69.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
6.5%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.8%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
21%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
25.8%
69.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Schley 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 Schley Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Schley, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
33.9%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
16.1%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
22.6%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.3%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Schley 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 Schley partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Schley, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.7%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
11.3%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
11.3%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
4.8%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.8%
22.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Schley 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 Schley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Schley, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
4.8%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
11.3%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
19.4%
37.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.7%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Schley 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 Schley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Schley, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
14.5%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.9%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
8.1%
29%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
27.4%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
29%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
24.2%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
19.4%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
4.8%
35.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
12.9%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
17.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
29%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
8.1%
32.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.3%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
14.5%
46.3%
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State regulations for memory care in Schley

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 Schley protect seniors.
Learn about Iowa memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

South Grove Lodge Senior Living, Claddagh Senior Living and Harmony Place are the top-rated memory care facilities near Schley, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 62 memory care facilities near Schley, Iowa. See the full list.
The 62 memory care facilities near you in Schley, Iowa typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Schley, 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 Schley, 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 Schley, Iowa ranges from $4050 to $8500. The average Memory Care cost in Schley, Iowa is $6,480. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Schley, Iowa typically starts at $4050. 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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