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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Walnut City, IA

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If your loved one needs memory care in Walnut City, A Place for Mom can help. With 52 memory care facilities in Walnut 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 Walnut City incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Walnut City memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Walnut City, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

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Photo of Fair Haven East
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.
Photo of Hilltop Manor
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.
Photo of Westview Acres Care Ctr
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.
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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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
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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.
Windsor Manor 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 building...
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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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Cost of memory care in Walnut City, IA

The average cost of senior living in Walnut City is $4,818 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Allerton, IA with an average of $3,413 per month.

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

Walnut City, IA
$4,818/mo
$4,872/mo
$4,926/mo

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

Walnut City, IA
$4,818/mo
$4,367/mo
U.S. national average
$4,821/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,818/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,669/mo
Studio
$5,323/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,152/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,701/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Walnut City over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Walnut City

Recent reviews for memory care in Walnut City

Independence Village of Pella

4.0
We feel like we've been taken care of. Good friends around us. Sometimes we are not happy with the food but we understand it's hard to satisfy a lot of people. Living quarters are rather small. I really enjoy the carestaff.

River Valley Place of Ottumwa

5.0
Moved in with my wife in 2016 and I dont think I would have been able to handle her unexpected passing without the help of the staff here and the support of my neighbors. Since my wife has been gone, I have still been able to be cared for and yet maintain my independence. I like that I can jump ...
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Homestead of Centerville

5.0
Homestead of Centerville was the ideal place for my mother. The staff was professional, personable, and aimed to please at any time of day or night. The facility is clean, well lit and maintained, and free of odor and clutter. When mom required adapted assistance, the staff was willing to ...
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Walnut City review score based on 44 family reviews

6.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 44 reviews of 33 Walnut City memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Walnut 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

Walnut City review score compared against nearby cities

6.9
Walnut City, IA33 facilities
7.5
Mystic, IA48 facilities
7.4
Rathbun, IA53 facilities

Review subcategories for Walnut 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 44 reviews of 33 Walnut City memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Walnut 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
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
3.7
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
3.7
4.0
Activities
3.8
3.9
Value for cost*
3.6
4.0
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Walnut City memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Walnut City memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Walnut 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 Walnut 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 Walnut 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
30.3%
65.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
6.1%
47.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97%
82.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
33.3%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
15.2%
28.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
27.3%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
18.2%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Walnut 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 Walnut City Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Walnut City, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
33.3%
73.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
15.2%
45.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
33.3%
70.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.1%
26.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Walnut 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 Walnut City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Walnut City, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.1%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
6.1%
43.8%
No sugar
No sugar
9.1%
41%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3%
16%
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Availability of select dining options in Walnut 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 Walnut City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Walnut City, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
3%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
15.2%
39.2%
Room service
Room service
18.2%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.1%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Walnut 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 Walnut City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Walnut City, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
18.2%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.1%
33.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
9.1%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
15.2%
54.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
24.2%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
21.2%
60.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
24.2%
39%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
9.1%
34.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
12.1%
35.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
15.2%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
18.2%
47.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6.1%
21.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
21.2%
45.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 52 memory care facilities near Walnut City, Iowa. See the full list.

The 52 memory care facilities near you in Walnut 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 Walnut 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 Walnut 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 Walnut City, Iowa ranges from $1415 to $8200. The average Memory Care cost in Walnut City, Iowa is $4,818. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Walnut City, Iowa typically starts at $1415. 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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