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10 Best Nursing Homes in Marcus, IA
Marcus is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 76 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Marcus, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Marcus is about $3,891, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 101 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.
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Cost of nursing homes in Marcus, IA
The average cost of senior living in Marcus is $3,891 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sutherland, IA with an average of $3,305 per month.
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Marcus
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Marcus
Otsego Place in Storm Lake, IA
5.0
Both my Mother and now my Mother in law have been residents of Otsego Place. It has given my husband and I a great feeling of comfort knowing these two ladies had the best of care. The staff are like family, the food is excellent, and there are lots of activies for them to participate in. ...
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Lawton Senior Living
5.0
A very loving and caring staff.
The food was very tasty and well prepared.
My wife was only a resident for eleven days but she was treated very well. I would highly recommend this facility.
Floyd Senior Living in Sergeant Bluff, IA
5.0
We needed a place for my dad on short notice and Floyd Place was helpful in expediting that process. Although COVID-19 is an issue for everyone at this point, the staff are all taking proper precautions with all residents and finding ways, within the CDC rulings, to have the family visit. The ...
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Marcus nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Marcus nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Marcus, 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 Marcus nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Marcus that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Marcus, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
27.5%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
5.9%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98%
26.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
27.5%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
5.9%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
23.5%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
23.5%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Marcus nursing homes
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 Marcus Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Marcus, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
29.4%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
11.8%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
21.6%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
5.9%
1.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Marcus nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Marcus partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Marcus, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7.8%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
11.8%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
11.8%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.8%
3.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dining options in Marcus nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Marcus communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Marcus, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
5.9%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
17.6%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
15.7%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.8%
0.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select programs and activities in Marcus nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Marcus offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Marcus, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
21.6%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.8%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.7%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25.5%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
23.5%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
23.5%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
17.6%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
13.7%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
17.6%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
19.6%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
23.5%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
11.8%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.8%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
21.6%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Heritage at Northern Hills, Charter Senior Living at North Park Place and Bavarian Meadows Assisted Living are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Marcus, Iowa. See full list of communities.
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