Page 11 of Best Memory Care in Iowa

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 230 memory care providers in IA using IA Dept. of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing (DIAL) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in IA
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Info below is compiled from the IA Dept. of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing (DIAL), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
Count of incident-based investigations (e.g. reported events) in the regulatory record for the reporting period.
Mayflower Home
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Grinnell
40
Facility 40
IA AVG 76
Rank #171 / 211
No
82
Facility 82
IA AVG 45
Rank #17 / 224
--
77.5%
Facility 77.5%
IA AVG 62.6%
Rank #68 / 193
?15
4
Facility 4
IA AVG 6
Rank #58 / 193
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 1
Rank #1 / 193
Cottage Grove Place – Connections
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Cedar Rapids
36
Facility 36
IA AVG 76
Rank #188 / 211
Yes
56
Facility 56
IA AVG 45
Rank #70 / 224
-
6
Facility 6
IA AVG 16
Rank #124 / 171
38.9%
Facility 38.9%
IA AVG 62.6%
Rank #162 / 193
-5
3
Facility 3
IA AVG 6
Rank #58 / 193
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 1
Rank #1 / 193
Stonebridge Suites of Milford
MC
AL
IL
Milford
44
Facility 44
IA AVG 76
Rank #166 / 211
No
62
Facility 62
IA AVG 45
Rank #58 / 224
-
16
Facility 16
IA AVG 16
Rank #79 / 171
56.8%
Facility 56.8%
IA AVG 62.6%
Rank #103 / 193
-3
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 6
Rank #58 / 193
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 1
Rank #1 / 193
Independence Village of Pella
MC
AL
CCRC
IL
Pella
14
Facility 14
IA AVG 76
Rank #211 / 211
Yes
21
Facility 21
IA AVG 45
Rank #179 / 224
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
23
Facility 23
IA AVG 16
Rank #49 / 171
35.7%
Facility 35.7%
IA AVG 62.6%
Rank #171 / 193
C5
8
Facility 8
IA AVG 6
Rank #128 / 193
7
Facility 7
IA AVG 1
Rank #189 / 193
Edencrest at Riverwoods
MC
AL
IL
RC
Des Moines (Woodside Park)
80
Facility 80
IA AVG 76
Rank #64 / 211
Yes
35
Facility 35
IA AVG 45
Rank #143 / 224
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
12
Facility 12
IA AVG 16
Rank #91 / 171
40.0%
Facility 40.0%
IA AVG 62.6%
Rank #155 / 193
A9
9
Facility 9
IA AVG 6
Rank #141 / 193
4
Facility 4
IA AVG 1
Rank #175 / 193
Independence Village of Waukee
MC
AL
IL
Waukee
34
Facility 34
IA AVG 76
Rank #196 / 211
Yes
38
Facility 38
IA AVG 45
Rank #127 / 224
1 Bed / 2 Bed
15
Facility 15
IA AVG 16
Rank #82 / 171
41.2%
Facility 41.2%
IA AVG 62.6%
Rank #150 / 193
D-5
2
Facility 2
IA AVG 6
Rank #36 / 193
3
Facility 3
IA AVG 1
Rank #161 / 193
Bickford of Urbandale
MC
AL
Urbandale
73
Facility 73
IA AVG 76
Rank #85 / 211
Yes
28
Facility 28
IA AVG 45
Rank #166 / 224
-
26
Facility 26
IA AVG 16
Rank #34 / 171
53.4%
Facility 53.4%
IA AVG 62.6%
Rank #108 / 193
D-10
7
Facility 7
IA AVG 6
Rank #119 / 193
1
Facility 1
IA AVG 1
Rank #129 / 193
Arlington Place of Grundy Center
MC
AL
RC
Grundy Center
80
Facility 80
IA AVG 76
Rank #64 / 211
Yes
32
Facility 32
IA AVG 45
Rank #154 / 224
-
25
Facility 25
IA AVG 16
Rank #39 / 171
45.0%
Facility 45.0%
IA AVG 62.6%
Rank #170 / 193
B-6
3
Facility 3
IA AVG 6
Rank #58 / 193
1
Facility 1
IA AVG 1
Rank #129 / 193
Quartet Senior Living
MC
AL
South Bettendorf
176
Facility 176
IA AVG 76
Rank #5 / 211
Yes
12
Facility 12
IA AVG 45
Rank #198 / 224
-
4
Facility 4
IA AVG 16
Rank #142 / 171
50.0%
Facility 50.0%
IA AVG 62.6%
Rank #145 / 193
-6
3
Facility 3
IA AVG 6
Rank #58 / 193
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 1
Rank #1 / 193
Golden Horizons
MC
AL
HOS
RC
Ida Grove
46
Facility 46
IA AVG 76
Rank #153 / 211
No
55
Facility 55
IA AVG 45
Rank #73 / 224
-
15
Facility 15
IA AVG 16
Rank #82 / 171
63.0%
Facility 63.0%
IA AVG 62.6%
Rank #92 / 193
-2
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 6
Rank #92 / 193
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 1
Rank #1 / 193

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each memory care community is ranked against every other IA memory care community we track that reports that metric, not just the 230 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Cottage Grove Place – Connections

Cottage Grove Place, Connections offers nursing home care, skilled nursing, assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Cedar Rapids, IA. Nursing home care and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps an apartment.

Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision. The range of care levels can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to a different community. The community has 36 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other.

Chef prepared meals are provided, giving residents prepared dining within the community. Short term rehabilitation offers a temporary stay focused on recovery, and respite care provides a short term option when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. A Walk Score of 56 / 100 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, so some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to complete certain nearby errands independently. Pets are allowed, so a resident may keep a pet with them. Melissa Holyoake serves as the administrator.

Contact Cottage Grove Place – Connections

Overview of Stonebridge Suites of Milford

Stonebridge Suites of Milford offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Milford, IA. Assisted living includes help with dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

All three care levels are available here. As a resident’s needs grow, they may move to a different level without leaving the community or starting over socially. Stonebridge Suites of Milford has 44 beds, placing it among smaller communities where staff and residents can get to know each other. A Walk Score of 62 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, giving a resident who no longer drives some independent access outside the community. Daren Butcher serves as the administrator.

Contact Stonebridge Suites of Milford

Overview of Independence Village of Pella

Situated in Pella, IA, Independence Village of Pella is a reliable senior living community that offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. The community features an array of beautifully designed accommodations, ranging from studios to one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments, providing a comfortable living space to residents. Care needs are fully met with personalized care plans and professionally trained employees available 24/7 to provide care and assistance.

There’s no shortage of enriching things to do with a vibrant calendar of activities, events, and programs offered by the community. Dining experience is improved with chef-prepared meals that are carefully curated to satisfy unique dietary needs and food preferences. Residents never have to worry about chores with housekeeping, laundry services, and other supportive services provided by a dedicated team. Here, residents have what they need to live a carefree and fulfilling lifestyle.

Contact Independence Village of Pella

Overview of Independence Village of Waukee

Independence Village of Waukee offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Waukee, IA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks while the resident keeps a private living space; independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care; memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering. Having all three care types on one campus may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since they may be able to move between care levels without leaving the community.

The community has 34 beds. That creates a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other, with one bedroom and two bedroom housing for someone living alone or a couple moving together. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to bring a pet when moving in. A Walk Score of 38 places the area in a car dependent setting, meaning most errands require a car or a ride rather than a short walk; Austin Williams serves as the administrator.

Contact Independence Village of Waukee

Edencrest at Riverwoods

2210 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320
Overview of Edencrest at Riverwoods

Ideally set in the tranquil neighborhood of East Park Avenue, Des Moines, IA, is the reliable senior living community of Edencrest at Riverwoods that provides assisted living and memory care. Experience the highest quality of care and support with a compassionate and responsible team caring for residents’ needs and preferences around the clock. Featuring different levels of care for individuals with dementia and other memory-related needs, the community promotes a vibrant and welcoming environment where residents thrive.

Elevate your retirement with fun recreation and wellness programs, highlighting your interests and strengths. Delightful and healthy meals are also provided to foster comfort and meet dietary needs. With beautiful courtyards and pet-friendly spaces, residents enjoy a peaceful and happy retirement.

Contact Edencrest at Riverwoods

Quartet Senior Living

3150 Glenbrook Circle South, Bettendorf, IA 52722
Overview of Quartet Senior Living

Quartet Senior Living offers assisted living and memory care in Bettendorf, IA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps their own apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Quartet Senior Living opened in 2022 and has 176 beds. The community may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time and who could move between care levels without leaving the community.

Pets are allowed, giving a resident the option to live with a pet. Matthew Ricketts serves as the administrator, and the community offers the Tailored Living program.

Contact Quartet Senior Living

Overview of Arlington Place of Grundy Center

Arlington Place of Grundy Center is an elegant home that is built based on the convenience and comfort of its residents. The services provided and designed in the community call on its residents to expand their vibrant social lives.  Management aims to raise the standard for assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Iowa. Edencrest is one of the trusted homes in the city that many families have gone to. 
Arlington Place’s a service based on convenience and flexibility; they want their residents to do more and think less at the same time– do more of what they love, and think less of the small stressful activities like housekeeping and laundry.

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Overview of Bickford of Urbandale

Bickford of Urbandale is an assisted living with memory care community, located in Urbandale, IA. It can be found east of Brookview Park, and below Beaver Creek. This senior living community prides itself with their Higher Path approach to caring for their residents. This approach aims to help seniors live healthier, happier, and longer, and they do this by providing services such as; 24/7 access to primary care, daily activity assistance from certified caregivers, medication management, wander management, security, and intelligent fall detection among other things. The rooms, whether studio or one bedroom units, are also equipped with strategically located pull cords, for assistance requests any time it’s needed.

At Bickford of Urbandale, assisted living costs wouldn’t be something to worry abouts as they also offer assistance for choosing Medicare Health Plans for their residents. This helps ensure that residents receive the proper care they need, while living a high quality of life, without breaking their banks.

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Overview of Park Vista Retirement Living

Park Vista Retirement Living offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Camanche, IA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication, while independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, and respite care offers a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs temporary coverage.

The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving to another level can occur without leaving the community. Park Vista Retirement Living has 82 beds, and Susan Kincaid serves as the administrator.

Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to continue living with a pet. A salon and spa are available for grooming services within the community.

A Walk Score of 33 places the area in a car-dependent setting, meaning most errands require a car or a ride, including for residents who no longer drive.

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Golden Horizons

800 Byron Godbersen Drive, Ida Grove, IA 51445
Overview of Golden Horizons

Golden Horizons offers assisted living, hospice care, memory care, and respite care in Ida Grove, IA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident maintains their own living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while hospice care supports residents receiving end-of-life care. Respite care offers a short-term stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs time to travel, recover, or manage other responsibilities.

The community has 46 beds, a smaller size that may suit someone who prefers a more intimate setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. With several care levels available, Golden Horizons may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to a different community. Jenni Sykes serves as the administrator, and the area has a Walk Score of 55 / 100, meaning some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach select nearby destinations independently.

Contact Golden Horizons

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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Memory Care in Iowa at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 45/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Iowa. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 76The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Iowa. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Iowa

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.

Does Iowa Medicaid cover memory care?

Iowa Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, 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.

What is memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 230 memory care communities in Iowa. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care community in Iowa?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Iowa, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting memory care communities in Iowa?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.