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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Des Moines County, IA
Assisted living costs in Des Moines County average about $4,383 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 43 communities in Des Moines County. Our detailed directory has 164 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 Burlington, Fort Madison and Keithsburg.
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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.
Welcome to Lutheran Living Senior Campus!Nestled in the lush fields of Muscatine, Iowa, we provide you with residences,services, and conveniences for a full life today and the full continuum of health care and rehabilitation to support you into the future. Lutheran Living is the onlyContinuing...
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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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.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
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
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, 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.
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The facility is very clean and the staff have been great so far! The facility was also a great fit because it fit our budget and location needs. Courtyard Estates has proven to be the best choice for my...
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.
The Courtyard Estates of Bushnell is an assisted living community located in the heart of Bushnell, Illinois, just minutes from all that Peoria has to offer. As a modern, home like environment, our assisted living community provides a positive, supportive environment for our residents. We're near...
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
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: 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.
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.
Cost of assisted living in Des Moines County, IA
The average cost of senior living in Des Moines County is $4,383 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Crawfordsville, IA with an average of $3,850 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Des Moines County, IA vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Des Moines County, IA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Des Moines County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Des Moines County, IA by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Des Moines County over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Des Moines 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 Des Moines County.
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What families are saying about assisted living in Des Moines County
Recent reviews for assisted living in Des Moines County
The Lamoine Retirement Living in Macomb, IL
5.0
The staff gets to know each resident on a personal level and treats them more like a member of their own family. They are very open to sharing information with the family and working with the family to make the residents more comfortable with their surroundings and treatments.
River Valley Place of Fort Madison
5.0
My father-in-law was a resident of Sunnybrook in Ft. Madison for almost 3 years. Prior to moving to Sunnybrook, his health was poor and he was hospitized monthly. He enjoyed the social aspect of visiting and playing cards with his friends at Sunnybrook. His mental and physical health also ...
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Ridgeview Assisted Living in Burlington, IA
5.0
[name removed] loved it there. Staff was great. It was his home.
The atmosphere was very bright and cheery, it felt very welcoming.
Des Moines County review score based on 71 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 71 reviews of 43 Des Moines County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Des Moines 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
Des Moines County review score compared against nearby cities
7.8
Des Moines County, IA43 facilities
7.8
Mediapolis, IA74 facilities
7.8
West Burlington, IA47 facilities
Review subcategories for Des Moines 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 71 reviews of 43 Des Moines County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Des Moines 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.Des Moines County, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.8
4.5
Friendliness
4.9
4.6
Care services
4.5
4.2
Staff
4.8
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.5
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Des Moines County assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Des Moines County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Des Moines 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 Des Moines 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 Des Moines 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
37.2%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
14%
33.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.7%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
39.5%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
9.3%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.7%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
27.9%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
32.6%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Des Moines 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 Des Moines 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
30.2%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
18.6%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
34.9%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.6%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Des Moines 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 Des Moines 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
11.6%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.3%
40.1%
No sugar
No sugar
25.6%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.6%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.3%
14.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Des Moines 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 Des Moines County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
11.6%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.9%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
20.9%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Des Moines 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 Des Moines County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
25.6%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.6%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.2%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
27.9%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.9%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25.6%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20.9%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25.6%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
27.9%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
16.3%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.9%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
23.3%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Des Moines 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 Des Moines County protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Brookstone of Aledo, Addington Place of Burlington and Ridgeview Assisted Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Des Moines County, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 43 assisted living facilities near Des Moines County, Iowa. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Des Moines County, Iowa is Brookstone of Aledo. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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Assisted Living in Cities Near Des Moines County
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- Fort Madison, Iowa
- Keithsburg, Illinois
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- Kingston, Iowa
- Kirkwood, Illinois
- Oquawka, Illinois
- Salem, Iowa
- Beaverdale, Iowa
- New Boston, Illinois
- Northfield, Iowa
- New London, Iowa
- Stronghurst, Illinois
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- Mannon, Illinois
- Toolesboro, Iowa
- Ogle, Illinois
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