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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Malcom, IA
Assisted living costs in Malcom average about $4,834 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 78 communities in Malcom. Our detailed directory has 389 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 Newton, New Sharon and Grinnell.
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We credit our success to our dedicated and caring staff. We serve our Seniors with compassion and love and accomplish this by working as one team with Seniors in mind. Newton Village offers dining excellence. The daily home cooked meals are served family style and include...
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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.
At Almost Like Home, we believe a smaller home-like setting is often the best solution for someone with increasing memory loss. This environment helps to minimize confusion and give the resident a sense of security.We excel in providing consistent on-site 24 hour care by a staff that receives...
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If you're seeking a dynamic senior living community, look no further than Bickford. It's where delicious food made from scratch, ever-present friendly caregivers, and a bustling social calendar come together. But that's not all; our HigherPath senior health model, known nationally for its...
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My husband lived at Highland Ridge for a few months and I think he got along okay. He did get in the cabinet one day and drank about a half bottle of hand sanitizer. They did call me and say they were...
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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.
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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.
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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, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
About ABCM CorporationManor House Care Center is owned by ABCM Corporation, Hampton, IA. ABCM is a multi-facility provider offering top-quality, long-term care services unmatched in the state of Iowa. We believe in a Person Directed Care approach to long-term care, encouraging the individuals we...
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The rooms are nice, you can bring your own furniture so you can make it feel like home.
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.
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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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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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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 Malcom, IA
The average cost of senior living in Malcom is $4,834 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Belle Plaine, IA with an average of $4,345 per month.
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What families are saying about assisted living in Malcom
Recent reviews for assisted living in Malcom
The Views of Cedar Rapids
5.0
They know the residents by name, they all seem to take part in the care and socialization of the residents. Very friendly and personable
River Valley Place of Ottumwa
4.6
They're not quite as good as before Covid, but it's still a very friendly community. You'd better stay healthy or you won't be able to stay here. If you're on a special diet or anything ,forget about it. The staff was very good. It's just not great if your loved one gets sick and requires ...
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Courtyard Estates at Hawthorne Crossing in Bondurant, IA
5.0
The community at the Courtyard Estates at Hawthorne Crossing is wonderful. My loved one is enjoying the variety of meals served. The community has a wide range of great activities for the residents to enjoy and participate in. The community is very welcoming and feels like home. The staff have ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Wide range of engaging activities. Residents at various communities enjoy a variety of activities, both inside and outside the facility. At Windsor Manor Vinton, mom participates in heavily mental, physical, and social activities, while at Homestead of Oskaloosa, residents enjoy wonderful entertainment and fun special events. ...
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Friendly and caring staff. Many reviews mention the friendly and caring nature of the staff at their community, such as the angels at Windsor Manor in Windsor Manor Vinton and the wonderful staff who treat residents like family at Independence Village in Independence Village of Pella. The staff at Keystone Place at Fo ...
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Beautiful and clean facilities. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and beauty of the communities, from the pristine bathrooms at Independence Village in Independence Village of Pella to the lovely and modern building at Stirlingshire of Coralville in Stirlingshire of Coralville. The kitchens at Independence Villa ...
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Individually tailored care. Communities offer individualized attention to enhance safety and meet residents' unique needs. For example, residents at Independence Village in Independence Village of Pella receive personalized care, and staff at Windsor Manor in Windsor Manor Vinton help make daily tasks easier and safer. ...
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Delicious and nutritious meals. Throughout the reviews, quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. Chefs at various communities like Windsor Manor in Windsor Manor Vinton and Independence Village in Independence Village of Pella accommodate dietary restrictions and in ...
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Accessible and convenient location. Residents appreciate the accessibility and convenience of their communities' locations. Windsor Manor in Windsor Manor Grinnell allows mom to continue with physical therapy without dealing with winter conditions, and The Views of Cedar Rapids in The Views of Cedar Rapids offers a warm and co ...
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Malcom review score based on 87 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 87 reviews of 64 Malcom assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Malcom 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
Malcom review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Malcom 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 87 reviews of 64 Malcom assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Malcom 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.Malcom, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
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Malcom assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Malcom assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Malcom, 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 Malcom 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 Malcom that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Malcom, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
40.6%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
14.1%
33.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.4%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
46.9%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.8%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.4%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40.6%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
39.1%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Malcom 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 Malcom Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Malcom, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
43.8%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
26.6%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40.6%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.6%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Malcom 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 Malcom partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Malcom, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20.3%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
17.2%
40.1%
No sugar
No sugar
14.1%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15.6%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
1.6%
14.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Malcom 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 Malcom communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Malcom, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.6%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.7%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
26.6%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.2%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Malcom 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 Malcom offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Malcom, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
31.3%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.3%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.8%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.1%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.9%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.2%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.4%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
17.2%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.1%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34.4%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
32.8%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
17.2%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.9%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31.3%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Malcom
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 Malcom protect seniors.
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Independence Village of Pella, Stirlingshire of Coralville and The Views of Cedar Rapids are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Malcom, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 78 assisted living facilities near Malcom, Iowa. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Malcom, Iowa is Independence Village of Pella. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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