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Assisted living costs in Dales Ford average about $4,237 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 94 communities in Dales Ford. Our detailed directory has 559 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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Evergreen Estates is and has been locally owned and managed by experienced caring staff since 1993. Decisions about our organization are made locally by our owner and in the best interest of those whose care we have been entrusted. Our team is a group of professionals who believe we have more...
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-Very satisfied -Like the 24hr nurse and activities are tops -It's like one big extended family - many friends -Very top staff -They allow my husband to do indoor and outdoor gardening! -Play much...
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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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Evergreen Estates is and has been locally owned and managed by experienced caring staff since 1993. Decisions about our organization are made locally by our owner and in the best interest of those whose care we have been entrusted. Our team is a group of professionals who believe we have more...
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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, Independent Living
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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.
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.
Prairie Ridge of Galena is the area's premier Independent Living and Memory Care community. Located in beautiful and historic Galena, Illinois, our state-of-the-art building began welcoming residents in August 2017. Residents of Prairie Ridge can expect the very best in retirement living; from...
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, 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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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.
Rock Ridge Residential Care is set in the heart of Iowa between Cedar Rapids and Vinton IA on a quiet country side where your senior loved ones can enjoy the fresh air and peace that comes with being out on a secluded residence. Finding the right residential/assisted living facility can be a...
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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: 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.
With several open-concept floor plans to choose from, our apartment homes are comfortable, easy to navigate and designed to maximize living and entertaining. And because they’re all maintenance-free, you or your loved one won’t even have to change a light bulb.Outside, there’s a thriving...
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.
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, Home 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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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.
Courtyard Estates... A retirement community to call home. Courtyard Estates provides all the comforts of home as well as health maintenance, state-of-the-art security and a full range of care services. The community offers maintenance and worry-free living that allows you to focus on family,...
Cost of assisted living in Dales Ford, IA
The average cost of senior living in Dales Ford is $4,237 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hopkinton, IA with an average of $3,154 per month.
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What families are saying about assisted living in Dales Ford
Recent reviews for assisted living in Dales Ford
Sienna Crest - Platteville
5.0
It has been an especially good stay here. The women who assist us are very thoughtful, the food is good, things clothes and bedding are kept clean. They do a great job!
Brown Deer Place in Coralville, IA
4.0
I would recommend if the person had severe dementia, they are very friendly the only complaint she has is that the food is not very good.
Terrace Glen Village in Marion, IA
5.0
Moved in day one! No regrets. I'm not interested in facade and opulence. All I need is kindness and respect. Showered with both here.
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Thoughtful Transition Support. Several reviews mention the helpfulness of staff during the move-in process and when residents encounter health issues. At Boyson Heights Senior Living, for example, the team adjusted care levels based on observations, and kept families informed. At Keystone Place at Forevergreen, the direct ...
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Communication with Families. Reviews emphasize the importance of clear communication between staff and family members. At Addington Place of Clinton, the lack of follow-up care meetings was a concern, but at The Gardens of Cedar Rapids, the staff were responsive to questions and concerns. In addition, at Legacy Pointe ...
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Varied Activities and Engagement. Many reviews mention the importance of engaging activities for residents. At Grand Living at Bridgewater, staff encouraged residents to join in activities and outings, while at Stirlingshire of Coralville, residents enjoyed a wide range of choices for meals and activities.
Friendly and Helpful Staff. Throughout the reviews, friendly and helpful staff members are frequently mentioned as a highlight. At Trustwell Living at Eagle Pointe Place, staff greeted visitors and ensured residents were comfortable. At Sienna Crest - Platteville, residents felt like part of the family. In addition, at ...
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Cleanliness and Upkeep of Community Spaces. Reviews consistently mention the importance of cleanliness and upkeep, whether for the private rooms or communal areas. At Oak Park Place - Dubuque, the dining room and common areas were noted for their cleanliness, while at Emery Place Assisted Living and Memory Care, the weekly housekeepin ...
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Reasonable Cost and Value. Some reviews mention the affordability and good value provided by the communities. At Boyson Heights Senior Living, the newer facility offered a great deal for the cost, while at Ellen Kennedy Living Center a CCRC, the community offered better value for what was paid.
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Dales Ford review score based on 116 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 116 reviews of 85 Dales Ford assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Dales Ford 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
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Review subcategories for Dales Ford 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 116 reviews of 85 Dales Ford assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Dales Ford 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.Dales Ford, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.3
4.1
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Dales Ford assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dales Ford assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dales Ford, 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 Dales Ford 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 Dales Ford 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
43.5%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
10.6%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.5%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.6%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
45.9%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.8%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.5%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
48.2%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
43.5%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Dales Ford 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 Dales Ford Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dales Ford, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
44.7%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30.6%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
37.6%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.8%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dales Ford 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 Dales Ford 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
22.4%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.2%
40.3%
No sugar
No sugar
23.5%
37.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.5%
35.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.7%
14.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Dales Ford 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 Dales Ford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
17.6%
31.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.1%
42%
Room service
Room service
29.4%
36%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.6%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dales Ford 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 Dales Ford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
37.6%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.2%
30.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.9%
30.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.9%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.7%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.5%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.4%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.8%
37.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.6%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
38.8%
46.6%
Dances
Dances
24.7%
29.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.2%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.5%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Dales Ford
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 Dales Ford protect seniors.
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Stirlingshire of Coralville, Cottage Grove Place, a CCRC and Grand Living at Bridgewater are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Dales Ford, Iowa. See full list of communities.
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