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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Clarke County, IA
Assisted living costs in Clarke County average about $4,437 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 96 communities in Clarke County. Our detailed directory has 858 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Spurgeon Manor offers many levels of care: townhouses, independent apartment living, residential care, skilled and intermediate nursing care, including an Alzheimer’s unit. Residents currently living in our townhouses and independent apartments are privileged to preferential access to...
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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.
Located in Prairie Trail, CopperWood at Prarie Trail is comfortable and luxurious—unlike any other senior living community in the region. It’s a bright, active (and pet-friendly!) place where individuals receive personalized, compassionate care and support, leading to days filled with joy and...
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The rooms are nice, you can bring your own furniture so you can make it feel like home.
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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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.
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Cost of assisted living in Clarke County, IA
The average cost of senior living in Clarke County is $4,437 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Decatur City, IA with an average of $4,090 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Clarke County, IA vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Clarke County, IA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Clarke County, IA by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Clarke County, IA
Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Clarke County.
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What families are saying about assisted living in Clarke County
Recent reviews for assisted living in Clarke County
The Bridges at Ankeny
4.8
My mom stayed at The Bridges for her rehab after her shoulder surgery. The therapy team was amazing and always took the time with her. She is grateful to have recovered and is back home. But, if we need to go somewhere in the future THE BRIDGES IS WHERE WE WOULD GO!!
Bishop Drumm Retirement Center in Johnston, IA
5.0
My dad is doing really good after picking this community from the list we got from A Place For Mom. He is enjoying the meals they make. He has tried some activities and he knows some people who live here. The staff has been great. I cant tell he is happy and when he calls he tells me good ...
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Walnut Ridge in Clive, IA
5.0
The ideal place for mom. The facility and staff have been perfect. The move was seamless. Mom is happy!
Clarke County review score based on 179 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 179 reviews of 81 Clarke County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Clarke County review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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
Clarke County review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Clarke County assisted living
When assisted living 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 179 reviews of 81 Clarke County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Clarke County resident and family assisted living 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.Clarke County, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
3.8
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.1
Value for cost*
3.9
4.1
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Clarke County assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Clarke County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Clarke County, 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 Clarke County assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Clarke County 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
45.7%
52%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
27.2%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.1%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
56.8%
56.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.9%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.3%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
48.1%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
51.9%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Clarke County assisted living
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 Clarke County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
48.1%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
35.8%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
49.4%
40.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Clarke County assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Clarke County 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
23.5%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.5%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
23.5%
36.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.5%
34.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.6%
13.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Clarke County assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Clarke County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
25.9%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42%
41.6%
Room service
Room service
37%
35.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.7%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Clarke County assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Clarke County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
40.7%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.2%
30.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.6%
29.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.1%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.7%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50.6%
52%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.5%
40.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.4%
33.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.4%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
44.4%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
25.9%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.4%
45.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Clarke County
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Iowa assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Clarke County protect seniors.
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