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7 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Moingona, IA
Assisted living costs in Moingona average about $4,643 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 7 communities in Moingona. Our detailed directory has 105 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 Ames, Boone and Grimes.
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9.5
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89 reviews
Things are going well. You have been taking great care of us. My wife us eating better here. We get walks to the DR and she is walking better.
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.
Welcome to Independence Village! At Independence Village of Ames, we enjoy spending time getting to know our residents and helping them explore the best living options for each of their specific needs. We’re here to assist with daily tasks like housekeeping, getting ready for the day, or even...
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8.0
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1 review
We visited 9 facilities before choosing Cedars Assisted Living for our relative with Alzheimer's. We were influenced by the cost, the staff, the availability of higher level of care if the need arose. The...
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.
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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8.0
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2 reviews
I have always been happy with the environment and helpful and friendly staff. The tenants seem happy to live there and enjoy all the activities they get to do. They enjoy going on outings too. Also live...
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.
Spring Valley Campus Assisted LivingAssisted living at is finest! Enjoy beautiful living quarters, excellent dining options, a variety of activities, outdoor patio, and more. Truly relax and live worry free at Spring Valley assisted living campus - conveniently connected to Dallas County Hospital...
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7.0
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6 reviews
The staff are nice and helpful. My mother in law is enjoying some of the daily activities offered. The food is good and they offer god sized portions. They do keep the community clean. I would recommend...
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.
The Rose of Ames Affordable Assisted Living community is located in Ames, Iowa. The community has 56 units situated in a tranquil residential neighborhood on the border of Ames in Story County. It is also located in a part that has low crime rates making it quite safe for residents. The Mary...
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Finding a home for a senior loved one is never an easy choice. It certainly wasn’t for us! When a fall and surgery dictated a move out of assisted living and into a long-term facility, we had some agonizing...
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.
Innovative, Personalized, and Christ-Centered - Perry Lutheran HomePerry Lutheran Home in Perry, Iowa is Your Christian, Caring Community offering a Continuum of Care for your loved one to meet their changing needs. Perry Lutheran Home offers education and expertise, home care, assisted living,...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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Cost of assisted living in Moingona, IA
The average cost of senior living in Moingona is $4,643 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dayton, IA with an average of $4,302 per month.
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Moingona, IA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Moingona
Recent reviews for assisted living in Moingona
Rock Creek Senior Living in Ankeny, IA
5.0
I would recommend this facility to others. All interactions that I have had with all of the staff have been great. Also, my mother has not had a complaint that she has told me about. So everything good. I can't rate the meals or activities as I haven't personally been involved with those.
Northridge Village in Ames, IA
5.0
Northridge VIllage is a very professionally run community with compassionate, efficient personnel. The atmosphere is friendly and welcoming for residents' demeanors and outlooks. The healthful meals are tasty, nicely varied and attractive and we appreciate the cleanliness of handling foodstuffs. ...
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Bickford of Ames
4.4
My experience has been really good. My mom like it. My mom likes the food. The staff is awesome. The room sizes are good, could be bigger, but there are plenty of common areas. They have a wonderful outdoor courtyard area for residents. Need more variety in the activities.
Moingona review score based on 42 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 42 reviews of 7 Moingona assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Moingona 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
Review subcategories for Moingona 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 42 reviews of 7 Moingona assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Moingona 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.Moingona, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.9
4.5
Friendliness
4.8
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
3.7
4.1
Value for cost*
2.7
4.1
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Moingona assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Moingona assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Moingona, 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 Moingona 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 Moingona 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
71.4%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
42.9%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
85.7%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
71.4%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
71.4%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.4%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Moingona 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 Moingona Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Moingona, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.1%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
57.1%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.9%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.3%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Moingona 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 Moingona 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
57.1%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.1%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
57.1%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Moingona 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 Moingona communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.1%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
71.4%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Moingona 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 Moingona offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
85.7%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.9%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.9%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.1%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
85.7%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71.4%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
71.4%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57.1%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
85.7%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
85.7%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
42.9%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.1%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Moingona
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 Moingona protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Independence Village of Ames, Rock Creek Senior Living and Cedars Assisted Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Moingona, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 7 assisted living facilities near Moingona, Iowa. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Moingona, Iowa is Independence Village of Ames. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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