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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Madison County, IA
Assisted living costs in Madison County average about $4,509 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 102 communities in Madison County. Our detailed directory has 887 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 Urbandale, Indianola and Adel.
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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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Nestled in the Northwest corner of Madrid, The Cedars has all the comforts you want in home. With its close proximity to the High Trestle Trail, Iowa Arboretum, and many other recreational activities, as well as raised gardens in the courtyard, and a beautifully landscaped seating area outside...
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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.
Vintage Park is committed to providing a lifestyle of dignity, privacy, and choice; to offer a safe, secure, homelike environment-to help fill the needs of our area residents through a supportive team approach.Vintage Park Apartments is designed to meet the desires of each tenant by considering...
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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.
As we turn the pages of our lives – growing up, working, experiencing loves and losses, raising our own children – we all experience times when we need a little extra help. At Northridge Assisted Living, we have created an environment which combines and celebrates these memorable aspects of life...
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Provides: Memory Care
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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.
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 Madison County, IA
The average cost of senior living in Madison County is $4,509 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Stuart, IA with an average of $2,683 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Madison County, IA vs. nearby counties
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Madison County, IA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Madison County
Recent reviews for assisted living in Madison 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!!
Addington Place of Des Moines
5.0
My aunt was at Addington Place of Des Moines and my mom resides at Addington Place of Des Moines.
I can’t say enough positive comments about Addington Place of Des Moines. They really do a good job making sure the residence are well taken care of. I know it’s hard leaving your family member ...
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Meadowview of Johnston
4.4
The staff has been helpful for me when I have requested some changes to areas that I use. Housekeeping was just here to vacuum my apartment. We have been able to meet many of the residence here and they have been cordial to me and my wife. I'm not surprised that some are not happy with some ...
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Madison County review score based on 183 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 183 reviews of 87 Madison County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Madison 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
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Review subcategories for Madison 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 183 reviews of 87 Madison County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Madison 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.Madison County, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
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
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
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Madison County assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Madison County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Madison 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 Madison 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 Madison 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
46%
52.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25.3%
33.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.1%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
56.3%
56.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.6%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
48.3%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
54%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Madison 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 Madison 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
49.4%
51%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
36.8%
32%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
48.3%
40.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.9%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Madison 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 Madison 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
25.3%
26.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25.3%
39.8%
No sugar
No sugar
25.3%
36.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.3%
35%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8%
13.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Madison 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 Madison County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
24.1%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.5%
41.7%
Room service
Room service
39.1%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.1%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Madison 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 Madison County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
43.7%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.7%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.9%
29.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.4%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.7%
52.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.2%
40.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.6%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.5%
37.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
46%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
26.4%
29.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.2%
24.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.7%
45.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Madison 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 Madison County protect seniors.
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Independence Village of Waukee, Independence Village of Ankeny and Walnut Ridge are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Madison County, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 102 assisted living facilities near Madison County, Iowa. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Madison County, Iowa are Independence Village of Waukee and Independence Village of Ankeny. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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