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5 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Salem, IA

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My mom lives at this wonderful facility. The satff is very responsive and caring. The facility is clean and well managed. My mother loves the food. She has actually improved in health since she now has a...
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.
Addington Place of Mount Pleasant is part of the Jaybird Senior Living family. We've been in business since 2005 offering senior care services to the Mount Pleasant area and surrounding communities. We offers "all the comforts of home without the worry" in a 46 apartment community. Residents...
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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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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 Salem, IA

The average cost of senior living in Salem is $4,461 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Olds, IA with an average of $3,243 per month.

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

Salem, IA
$4,461/mo
$4,415/mo
$4,314/mo

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

Salem, IA
$4,461/mo
$4,353/mo
U.S. national average
$4,515/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,461/mo
$4,461/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,512/mo
Studio
$5,400/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,995/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,300/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Salem over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Salem, 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 Salem.

What families are saying about assisted living in Salem

Recent reviews for assisted living in Salem

River Valley Place of Fort Madison

5.0
My father-in-law was a resident of Sunnybrook in Ft. Madison for almost 3 years. Prior to moving to Sunnybrook, his health was poor and he was hospitized monthly. He enjoyed the social aspect of visiting and playing cards with his friends at Sunnybrook. His mental and physical health also ...
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Ridgeview Assisted Living in Burlington, IA

5.0
[name removed] loved it there. Staff was great. It was his home. The atmosphere was very bright and cheery, it felt very welcoming.

Addington Place of Burlington

5.0
I couldn't have found a better place. They are so caring and concerned, notify me every time my loved one is not feeling well and answer all of my questions. Worth every penny. I would absolutely recommend this facility to family and friends.

Salem assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Salem assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Salem, 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 Salem 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 Salem that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Salem, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
14.3%
43.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
71.4%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
71.4%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
14.3%
48.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
71.4%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
14.3%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
14.3%
44.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Salem 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 Salem Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Salem, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
14.3%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
14.3%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
14.3%
34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.3%
11.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Salem 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 Salem partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Salem, IANational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.3%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
14.3%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
29.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Salem 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 Salem communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Salem, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.3%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
29.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Salem 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 Salem offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Salem, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
14.3%
38.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
14.3%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
14.3%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
14.3%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
14.3%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.3%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
14.3%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
14.3%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
14.3%
38.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Salem

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 Salem protect seniors.

Learn about Iowa Assisted Living regulations

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