Compare Assisted Living around Fort Dodge
The information below is reported by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing.
| Bickford of Fort Dodge | AL | Fort Dodge | 49
Facility
49
IA AVG
71
Rank
#266 / 407 | Yes |
22
Facility
22
IA AVG
45
Rank
#411 / 528 | 28
Facility
28
IA AVG
19
Rank
#55 / 282 |
46.9%
Facility
46.9%
IA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#298 / 379 | 21 | 10
Facility
10
IA AVG
6.6
Rank
#264 / 348 | 5
Facility
5
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#328 / 348 |
| Marian Home | AL IL NC NH | Fort Dodge | 90
Facility
90
IA AVG
71
Rank
#83 / 407 | No |
62
Facility
62
IA AVG
45
Rank
#140 / 528 | - |
77.8%
Facility
77.8%
IA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#137 / 379 | 16 | 7
Facility
7
IA AVG
6.6
Rank
#205 / 348 | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#1 / 348 |
| Marian Home Assisted Living | AL | Fort Dodge | 22 | — | — | 1 | — | 1 | — | — |
Nestled in the beautiful town of Forth Dodge, IA, the Bickford of Fort Dodge is a distinguished senior living community offering assisted living services. Here, residents can choose from spacious and stunning accommodations with several floor plans based on their preferences. Having a highly skilled and dedicated team, residents can receive round-the-clock personalized care and help depending on their immediate needs through its residents’ monitoring system.
Experience its top-tier amenities and services as this community is committed to providing higher standard of senior care. Indulge in 3-day delectable and nutritious meals, home maintenance, access to laundry facilities, weekly housekeeping, medication management, spiritual care, and transportation assistance. Engage in a full calendar of activities such as outings, community involvement programs, and theme days. With Bickford of Fort Dodge, seniors are assured of a classic retirement.
Overview of Marian Home
Marian Home is a 90-bed nonprofit nursing home in Fort Dodge, Iowa, offering skilled nursing, independent living, memory care, and rehabilitation services to residents in Webster County. The facility accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay and is managed by a nonprofit.
Across 16 inspections since 2019, Marian Home recorded 11 total deficiencies — 59% below the Iowa average of 27. The most recent standard inspection, completed in April 2025, found no deficiencies. One substantiated incident in 2024 involved a resident fall resulting in a fracture, attributed to staff not using a gait belt during a transfer; staff education was implemented afterward. No fines or enforcement actions appear in the record.
The facility’s staffing stands out as a genuine differentiator. Nurse staffing averages 5 hours and 16 minutes per resident per day compared with Iowa’s average of 4 hours and 25 minutes, placing Marian Home 24th out of 241 Iowa SNFs on adjusted nursing hours — a meaningful gap for residents with higher care needs. The facility also provides therapy services, along with community living areas, social programs, and group activities in Halverson Hall, and offers 24-hour staffing. The occupancy rate is 78%, close to the Iowa average, indicating moderate availability.
The combination of a clean recent inspection record, well-above-average nurse staffing, and a continuum that spans independent living, skilled nursing, and memory care makes it best suited for residents seeking a long-term residential setting where care intensity can increase without requiring relocation.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these assisted living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
01
Resident & Family Experience 35%
The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.
- Includes
- Review Sentiment
- Review Volume
02
Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- State Inspections
- Citations/Inspection
- % Inspections w/ Citations
- Complaint Visits
- Accreditations
- BBB Rating
03
Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
- Includes
- Video Tours
- Virtual Walkthroughs
- Photo Quantity
- Photo Quality
04
Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
- Includes
- Website Content
- Mobile Usability
- Staff Info Available
- Owner Info Available
05
Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
06
Environment & Pricing 5%
Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Fort Dodge, IA
What is the average cost of assisted living in Fort Dodge, IA?
The average monthly cost of assisted living in Fort Dodge, IA is approximately $4,500. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.
What is the price range for assisted living in Fort Dodge, IA?
Assisted living in Fort Dodge, IA typically ranges from $4,000–$6,600 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.
What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at assisted living facilities in Fort Dodge, IA?
Assisted living facilities in Fort Dodge, IA typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:12.
How many licensed assisted living facilities are there in Fort Dodge, IA?
According to state licensing records, there are approximately ~10–15 licensed assisted living facilities in Fort Dodge, IA.
What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Iowa?
Assisted living in Iowa supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Iowa?
Assisted living in Iowa is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does Iowa Medicaid cover assisted living?
Iowa Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Iowa) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.
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