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8 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Shady Oak, IA

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Mother had progressive dementia, she was a handfull for the staff. The staff was very patient with her. Mother made no complaints about the facility. Mom was always a social person, as her disease progressed...
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.
Why settle for the ordinary in senior living when Bickford offers so much more? Freshly crafted meals, a dedicated caregiver always within reach, and a world of exciting activities await your loved one. Our commitment? Making sure they’re able to embrace life to the fullest, every single day....
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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, Home 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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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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
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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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Cost of assisted living in Shady Oak, IA

The average cost of senior living in Shady Oak is $3,832 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Moorland, IA with an average of $3,401 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shady Oak, IA vs. nearby cities

Shady Oak, IA
$3,832/mo
$3,832/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shady Oak, IA vs. the state and national average

Shady Oak, IA
$3,832/mo
$4,371/mo
U.S. national average
$4,552/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shady Oak vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,832/mo
$3,832/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Shady Oak, IA by room type

Studio
$4,715/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,715/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Shady Oak, 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 Shady Oak.

What families are saying about assisted living in Shady Oak

Recent reviews for assisted living in Shady Oak

Bickford of Fort Dodge

5.0
So far it's very good. We haven't had any major complaints. She loves the food, she loves having a choice. The other residents have been friendly and welcoming, she made friends pretty quickly. It seems to be working out pretty well.

Shady Oak assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shady Oak assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shady Oak, 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 Shady Oak 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 Shady Oak 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
16.7%
51.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
16.7%
33%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
16.7%
56.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
16.7%
47.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
16.7%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shady Oak 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 Shady Oak Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shady Oak, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
16.7%
50.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
16.7%
31.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
16.7%
40.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shady Oak 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 Shady Oak partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shady Oak, IANational
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
34.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shady Oak 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 Shady Oak offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shady Oak, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
16.7%
45.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
16.7%
49%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
16.7%
48.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
16.7%
51.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
16.7%
45.5%
Live performances
Live performances
16.7%
45.9%
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State regulations for assisted living in Shady Oak

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 Shady Oak protect seniors.

Learn about Iowa Assisted Living regulations

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Bickford of Fort Dodge, River Ridge And Gardens AL and Trinity Regional Hospital are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Shady Oak, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 8 assisted living facilities near Shady Oak, Iowa. See the full list.

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