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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.
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.
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.
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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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 CorporationDumont Wellness 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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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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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.
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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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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.
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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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.
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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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Cost of assisted living in Ivester, IA

The average cost of senior living in Ivester is $4,180 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ackley, IA with an average of $3,761 per month.

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

Ivester, IA
$4,180/mo
$4,670/mo
$3,957/mo

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

Ivester, IA
$4,180/mo
$4,353/mo
U.S. national average
$4,515/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,180/mo
$4,189/mo

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

Studio
$5,111/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,617/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,240/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Ivester over time

Ivester, IAIA stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Ivester, 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 Ivester.

What families are saying about assisted living in Ivester

Recent reviews for assisted living in Ivester

Whispering Willow in Fredericksburg, IA

4.5
My mom recently moved into this community. So far the experience has been going great. The staff know how to keep the facility clean. My mom has plenty of options to choose for her meals and it seems to think it tastes good.

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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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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Ivester review score based on 60 family reviews

7.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 60 reviews of 69 Ivester assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Ivester 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

Ivester review score compared against nearby cities

7.6
Ivester, IA69 facilities
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Whitten, IA7 facilities
8.5
Wellsburg, IA8 facilities

Review subcategories for Ivester 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 69 Ivester assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Ivester 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.
Ivester, IA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.8
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.1
Value for cost*
3.3
4.1
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Ivester assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ivester assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ivester, 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 Ivester 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 Ivester that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ivester, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
21.6%
43.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
10.3%
28.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
70.1%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
71.1%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
25.8%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
15.5%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
70.1%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
21.6%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
22.7%
44.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Ivester 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 Ivester Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ivester, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
22.7%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
10.3%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
23.7%
34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.3%
11.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ivester 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 Ivester partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ivester, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.3%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
8.2%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
8.2%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.3%
29.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.1%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Ivester 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 Ivester communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ivester, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
7.2%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
9.3%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
10.3%
29.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.2%
14.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ivester 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 Ivester offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ivester, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
10.3%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
6.2%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.2%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
21.6%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
14.4%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
18.6%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
13.4%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
9.3%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
9.3%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
11.3%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
13.4%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
8.2%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8.2%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
10.3%
38.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Ivester

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 Ivester protect seniors.

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Independence Village of Ames, CedarStone Senior Living and Parker Place are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Ivester, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 91 assisted living facilities near Ivester, Iowa. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Ivester, Iowa are Independence Village of Ames. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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