About Assisted LivingAssisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.Complete guide to assisted livingBest of 2024 Assisted Living Winners
About Memory CareMemory 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. Complete guide to memory careBest of 2024 Memory Care Winners
About Independent LivingIndependent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to independent livingBest of 2024 Independent Living Winners
About Senior LivingSenior living is a term used to describe various housing and care options for older adults from maintenance-free, 55+ facilities for active seniors, to secure, fully staffed facilities for seniors with Alzheimer's or dementia. Complete guide to senior livingFind senior living facilities near you
About Nursing HomesNursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.Complete guide to Nursing Homes
About Senior ApartmentsSenior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to Senior Apartments
About Care HomesResidential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.Complete guide to care homes
Veteran ResourcesVA benefits for long-term care, such as Aid and Attendance benefits, can help eligible veterans and their surviving spouses pay for senior care.Guide to VA benefits for long-term care
Senior Living Home

10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Dallas County, IA

Answer a few questions to get personalized results

Who are you searching for?

Assisted living costs in Dallas County average about $4,498 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 115 communities in Dallas County. Our detailed directory has 1022 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.

As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Des Moines, Urbandale and Dallas Center.

Dallas County Assisted Living Facilities | 1022 Reviews

Showing 99 communities
Last Updated: 9/28/24
Sort by
Filter by
Review Score
Distance
See communities with
Amenities
Providers
Photo of Mill Pond
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Photo of Winterset Madison Square
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, 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.
Photo of Ballard Creek Community
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.
Photo of Westhaven Community
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, 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.
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.
Photo of The Gardens of Jefferson
11 Photo available
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.
The Gardens Retirement Community of Ocean Springs, Mississippi, offers all the amenities that every senior could enjoy. Our staff is here to help adjust to new living circumstances and offer a helping hand to adjust to the new setting. We have a passion for enriching the lives of seniors and...
See details
Photo of Ever Greene Ridge
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.
Photo of Green Hills Health Care Center
1717 Photos available
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.
Photo of Carlisle Center for Assisted Living
11 Photo available
Provides: Assisted Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
See details
Inline cta image

Our free advisors can help

  • Compare local facilities
  • Determine care type
  • Schedule tours
  • Evaluate pricing
Photo of Northridge Village
5 star
71%
4 star
24%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
5%
See all reviews
Northridge Village has light, cheerful apartments with a convenient kitchen. There is a "family feel" with residents sincerely interested in being helpful and caring. We appreciate people in the medical...
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.
Photo of Heartwood House
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Heartwood House is an assisted living community located in the lovey and quaint city of Ames, Story County, Iowa. Ames is a picturesque midwestern town with lots of green grass, trees, and wide streets. This college town is actually considered to be one of the best college towns in the United...
Photo of Northcrest Community
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.
Photo of Wesley The Village
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Active. Engaged. Pursuing the full richness of life. It doesn’t just happen by itself. It’s a choice those who live at The Village make. They choose to be passionate, not passive. They embrace being participants, not just spectators, wrapping their arms around opportunity and adventure. Because...
Photo of Legacy House
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.
Photo of Shirlee's Retirement Home
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Shirlee's Retirement Home offers a lot of services for the elderly in Indianola, Iowa. Not only are they focused on their nursing home, but also have assisted living, senior community, and is a micro community. The nursing home facility of Shirlee's Retirement Home offers help to those in need on...
Photo of Grandview Health Care Ctr
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.
Photo of Cedar Place
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.
Photo of Timberland Village
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.
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.
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.
Photo of Evelyn's Guest Home
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.
Photo of Garden View Assisted Living
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.

Cost of assisted living in Dallas County, IA

The average cost of senior living in Dallas County is $4,498 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Yale, IA with an average of $3,661 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Dallas County, IA vs. nearby counties

Dallas County, IA
$4,498/mo
$4,489/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Dallas County, IA vs. the state and national average

Dallas County, IA
$4,498/mo
$4,345/mo
U.S. national average
$4,726/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Dallas County vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,498/mo
$4,505/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Dallas County, IA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,744/mo
Studio
$5,267/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,545/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,977/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Dallas County over time

Dallas County, IAIA stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Dallas 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 Dallas County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Dallas County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Dallas 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 ...
Read more

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!

Dallas County review score based on 215 family reviews

7.5
Review score99 facilities215 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 215 reviews of 99 Dallas County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Dallas 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

Dallas County review score compared against nearby cities

7.5
Dallas County, IA99 facilities
8.8
Dallas Center, IA8 facilities
7.6
Minburn, IA99 facilities

Review subcategories for Dallas 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 215 reviews of 99 Dallas County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Dallas 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.
Dallas County, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
3.9
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.1
Value for cost*
3.7
4.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Dallas County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dallas County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dallas 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 Dallas 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 Dallas County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dallas County, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
47.5%
52%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25.3%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
56.6%
56.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.3%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50.5%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
53.5%
53%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Dallas 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 Dallas County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dallas County, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
46.5%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
35.4%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
47.5%
40.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.1%
13.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dallas 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 Dallas County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dallas County, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.3%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.3%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
25.3%
36.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.3%
34.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.1%
13.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Dallas 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 Dallas County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dallas County, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
24.2%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.4%
41.6%
Room service
Room service
38.4%
35.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.2%
17.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Dallas 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 Dallas County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dallas County, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
43.4%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.3%
30.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.3%
29.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.5%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.5%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50.5%
52%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.4%
40.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.3%
33.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.3%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.5%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
46.5%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
26.3%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.4%
45.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for assisted living in Dallas 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 Dallas County protect seniors.

Learn about Iowa Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

Copper Shores Village, Independence Village of Waukee and Independence Village of Ankeny are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Dallas County, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 115 assisted living facilities near Dallas County, Iowa. See the full list.

Photo cta image

More questions?

Ask an A Place for Mom local advisor at no cost.

The information contained on this page is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical, legal or financial advice or create a professional relationship between A Place for Mom and the reader. Always seek the advice of your health care provider, attorney or financial advisor with respect to any particular matter, and do not act or refrain from acting on the basis of anything you have read on this site. Links to third-party websites are only for the convenience of the reader; A Place for Mom does not endorse the contents of the third-party sites.
Back to top