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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Tama County, IA
If you’re looking for assisted living in Tama County, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Tama County or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Tama County.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Tama County for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 87 assisted living facilities in the Tama County area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Marshalltown, Gladbrook and Conrad.
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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.
The Villages at Marion offer a peaceful atmosphere for residents. Village Place, the Independent Living Facility, provides carefree living and a community of friends. While at Village Ridge, the Assisted Living Facility, you will be able to maintain an independent lifestyle with the individual...
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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.
At Bickford, we believe the golden years should be golden. Your loved one will be immersed in a world of homemade culinary delights, continuous caregiver companionship, and a myriad of enjoyable social engagements. Our commitment to their best life is unwavering, powered by our renowned...
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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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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.
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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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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At Ridgeway Place residents enjoy all the comforts of home in a beautiful, safe neighborhood setting, conveniently located near shopping centers, churches and medical clinics. With 96 units, Ridgeway Place offers a customized blend of independence that respects the needs of residents and...
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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.
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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.
Cost of assisted living in Tama County, IA
The average cost of senior living in Tama County is $4,446 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dysart, IA with an average of $3,549 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Tama County, IA vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Tama County, IA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Tama County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Tama County, IA by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Tama County over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Tama County, IA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Tama County
Recent reviews for assisted living in Tama County
Terrace Glen Village in Marion, IA
5.0
Moved in day one! No regrets. I'm not interested in facade and opulence. All I need is kindness and respect. Showered with both here.
Parker Place in Parkersburg, IA
5.0
That they were very helpful getting him settled in when admitted. In contact with me on his likes on what to do n to keep busy, etc. I'd give a positive experience and recommend taking a look at. We picked this community, because they had a shared room price, friendly staff on tour, clean. ...
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Rosewood Estate in Waterloo, IA
4.9
We are very very happy here at Rosewood Estate. It is a unique model, because it allows you to choose how much care you want to use. They encourage you to use that level of care. The difference in the number of falls is radically different that at her prior facility. The staff members are just ...
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Tama County review score based on 60 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 60 reviews of 87 Tama County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Tama 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
Tama County review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Tama 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 60 reviews of 87 Tama County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Tama 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.Tama County, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
4.4
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
4.3
4.1
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Tama County assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Tama County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Tama 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 Tama 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 Tama 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
34.5%
51.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
12.6%
33%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.6%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.9%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
36.8%
56.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
19.5%
29.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.7%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
35.6%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
33.3%
52.9%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Tama 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 Tama 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
34.5%
50.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
23%
31.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
33.3%
40.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.5%
13.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Tama 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 Tama 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
19.5%
26.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
19.5%
39.1%
No sugar
No sugar
18.4%
36.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
17.2%
34.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.3%
12.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Tama 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 Tama County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
12.6%
30.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.8%
41.1%
Room service
Room service
19.5%
34.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.1%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Tama 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 Tama County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
25.3%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.9%
30.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.2%
29.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.5%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
29.9%
48%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
51.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.4%
40.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
17.2%
33.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.8%
36.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25.3%
45.5%
Live performances
Live performances
27.6%
45.8%
Dances
Dances
16.1%
28.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.1%
23.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
24.1%
44.7%
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State regulations for assisted living in Tama 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 Tama County protect seniors.
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