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Assisted living costs in Des Moines County average about $4,479 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 54 communities in Des Moines County. Our detailed directory has 190 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
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.
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...
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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.
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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
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.
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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.
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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.
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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, 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.
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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.
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.
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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.
Photo of Kensington of Galesburg
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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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.
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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.
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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.
Photo of Leland Smith Assisted Living Residences
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 Avonlea Cottage of Quad Cities I
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.
Photo of Avonlea Cottage of Quad Cities II
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.

Cost of assisted living in Des Moines County, IA

The average cost of senior living in Des Moines County is $4,479 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Crawfordsville, IA with an average of $4,029 per month.

Assisted living costs in Des Moines County, IA, vs. nearby counties

Des Moines County, IA
$4,479/mo

Assisted living costs in Des Moines County, IA, vs. state and national averages

Des Moines County, IA
$4,479/mo
$4,480/mo
U.S. national average
$4,703/mo

Assisted living costs in Des Moines County, IA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,479/mo
$4,479/mo

Assisted living costs in Des Moines County, IA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,467/mo
Studio
$5,096/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,878/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,677/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,775/mo

Senior living costs in Des Moines County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Des Moines County, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDes Moines County, IAIowaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,479/mo$4,480/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$4,479/mo$4,485/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living$3,870/mo$3,268/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Des Moines County, IA:$4,479/mo
Iowa:$4,480/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Des Moines County, IA:$4,479/mo
Iowa:$4,485/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Des Moines County, IA:$3,870/mo
Iowa:$3,268/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
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Assisted living costs in Des Moines County, IA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Des Moines County and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Des Moines County, IAIA stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Des Moines County, IA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Des Moines County have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Des Moines County, IA$5,016/mo$5,973/mo-16.0%
Iowa$4,947/mo$4,339/mo+14.0%
National$5,061/mo$4,708/mo+7.5%
Des Moines County, IA
2024 average cost:$5,016/mo
2023 average cost:$5,973/mo
Percent change:-16.0%
Iowa
2024 average cost:$4,947/mo
2023 average cost:$4,339/mo
Percent change:+14.0%
National
2024 average cost:$5,061/mo
2023 average cost:$4,708/mo
Percent change:+7.5%
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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.

What families are saying about assisted living in Des Moines County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Des Moines County

River Valley Place of Fort Madison

4.6
This was the first time we had had an experience with assistant living. After the first month we realized our dad probably needed more help than we realized. They were very helpful with us and kept him there. They helped us get extra help for him. He was a 94 year old. He really enjoyed all the ...
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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.

Addington Place of Mt Pleasant in Mount Pleasant, IA

5.0
My mom lives at this wonderful facility. The satff is very responsive and caring. The facility is clean and well managed. My mother loves the food. She has actually improved in health since she now has a balanced diet and is very happy. Thank you for all that you do for my mom, and the ...
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Des Moines County review score based on 80 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 80 reviews of 46 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

8.3
Des Moines County, IA46 facilities
8.1
Mediapolis, IA77 facilities
8.3
West Burlington, IA50 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 80 reviews of 46 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
4.1
Friendliness
4.9
4.2
Care services
4.5
3.8
Staff
4.8
4.0
Meals & dining
3.9
3.7
Activities
4.3
3.7
Value for cost*
4.1
3.7
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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.
Des Moines County, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
34.8%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
13%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.8%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
37%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
8.7%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.8%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
26.1%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
30.4%
52.4%
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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.
Des Moines County, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
28.3%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
17.4%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
32.6%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10.9%
13.7%
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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.
Des Moines County, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.9%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21.7%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
23.9%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.1%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.2%
17.3%
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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.
Des Moines County, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10.9%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.1%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
19.6%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.5%
18%
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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.
Des Moines County, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
23.9%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.4%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.3%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
26.1%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
39.1%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.9%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.2%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
19.6%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.9%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
26.1%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
15.2%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.6%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
21.7%
46%
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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 help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Iowa assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Des Moines County protect seniors.
Learn about Iowa assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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