Page 16 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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Scottish Rite Park Health Care Center
MC
AL
HC
IL
NH
RESC
SNF
Des Moines (East Village)
51
Facility 51
IA AVG 76
Rank #146 / 211
?No
91
Facility 91
IA AVG 45
Rank #2 / 224
-
56.9%
Facility 56.9%
IA AVG 62.6%
Rank #95 / 193
18
5
Facility 5
IA AVG 6
Rank #108 / 193
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 1
Rank #1 / 193
Edgewater, a WesleyLife Community for Healthy Living
MC
ADC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
West Des Moines
40
Facility 40
IA AVG 76
Rank #171 / 211
?Yes
7
Facility 7
IA AVG 45
Rank #211 / 224
-
97.5%
Facility 97.5%
IA AVG 62.6%
Rank #7 / 193
22
3
Facility 3
IA AVG 6
Rank #58 / 193
5
Facility 5
IA AVG 1
Rank #178 / 193
Windsor Manor Nevada
MC
AL
Nevada
70
Facility 70
IA AVG 76
Rank #92 / 211
A+No
26
Facility 26
IA AVG 45
Rank #167 / 224
15
Facility 15
IA AVG 16
Rank #82 / 171
38.6%
Facility 38.6%
IA AVG 62.6%
Rank #166 / 193
7
6
Facility 6
IA AVG 6
Rank #108 / 193
4
Facility 4
IA AVG 1
Rank #175 / 193
Arlington Place Oelwein
MC
AL
IL
RC
Oelwein
70
Facility 70
IA AVG 76
Rank #92 / 211
D-No
11
Facility 11
IA AVG 45
Rank #203 / 224
23
Facility 23
IA AVG 16
Rank #49 / 171
24.3%
Facility 24.3%
IA AVG 62.6%
Rank #188 / 193
3
7
Facility 7
IA AVG 6
Rank #119 / 193
1
Facility 1
IA AVG 1
Rank #129 / 193
Oak Park Estates AL & Memory Care
MC
AL
HOS
RC
Cedar Falls
34
Facility 34
IA AVG 76
Rank #196 / 211
-No
78
Facility 78
IA AVG 45
Rank #24 / 224
6
Facility 6
IA AVG 16
Rank #124 / 171
97.1% 5
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 6
Rank #1 / 193
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 1
Rank #1 / 193
Edencrest at Adel
MC
AL
IL
Adel
88
Facility 88
IA AVG 76
Rank #58 / 211
-No
60
Facility 60
IA AVG 45
Rank #62 / 224
1
Facility 1
IA AVG 16
Rank #162 / 171
-2
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 6
Rank #1 / 193
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 1
Rank #1 / 193
Sunrise Hill Care Center
MC
AL
IL
NH
Traer
76
Facility 76
IA AVG 76
Rank #76 / 211
?No
45
Facility 45
IA AVG 45
Rank #109 / 224
-
69.7%
Facility 69.7%
IA AVG 62.6%
Rank #82 / 193
19
9
Facility 9
IA AVG 6
Rank #152 / 193
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 1
Rank #1 / 193
Gardens of Cedar Rapids
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Cedar Rapids
60
Facility 60
IA AVG 76
Rank #127 / 211
?Yes-
7
Facility 7
IA AVG 16
Rank #111 / 171
48.3%
Facility 48.3%
IA AVG 62.6%
Rank #126 / 193
3
2
Facility 2
IA AVG 6
Rank #36 / 193
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 1
Rank #1 / 193
Bickford of Fort Dodge
MC
AL
Fort Dodge
49
Facility 49
IA AVG 76
Rank #150 / 211
B+Yes
22
Facility 22
IA AVG 45
Rank #177 / 224
28
Facility 28
IA AVG 16
Rank #20 / 171
46.9%
Facility 46.9%
IA AVG 62.6%
Rank #135 / 193
9
10
Facility 10
IA AVG 6
Rank #152 / 193
5
Facility 5
IA AVG 1
Rank #178 / 193
Bickford of Iowa City
MC
AL
Iowa City (Longfellow)
65
Facility 65
IA AVG 76
Rank #111 / 211
C+Yes
33
Facility 33
IA AVG 45
Rank #149 / 224
27
Facility 27
IA AVG 16
Rank #26 / 171
40.0%
Facility 40.0%
IA AVG 62.6%
Rank #155 / 193
7
19
Facility 19
IA AVG 6
Rank #183 / 193
7
Facility 7
IA AVG 1
Rank #189 / 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 Scottish Rite Park Health Care Center

An indoor walking track circles Scottish Rite Park Health Care Center, and there is a pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. A workshop, a library, and a movie theater fill out the day.

Seven care types operate across 51 beds in Des Moines: independent living, residential care, assisted living, memory care, home care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing. A resident whose needs change does not leave to get the next level.

Independent living means private living with no daily care attached. Assisted living adds bathing, dressing, and medication to that.

Memory care answers a narrower problem. Getting up and going out at an hour when nobody is awake is not something a family supervises from another house.

The area scores 91 for walking, high enough that a coffee or a haircut stays an ordinary outing rather than a scheduled trip. Rehabilitation services cover recovery from an illness or injury.

Respite sometimes needs no clinical justification at all. A person needs somebody in the building overnight, not therapy or procedures.

Nursing coverage on the skilled side reaches 5 hours and 56 minutes per resident each day and does not thin after dark. Medicare and private pay are accepted, and private funds cover what Medicare’s limited window does not. Daniel Boor serves as administrator.

Contact Scottish Rite Park Health Care Center

Overview of Edgewater, a WesleyLife Community for Healthy Living

Edgewater, a WesleyLife Community for Healthy Living, graces a 50-acre campus nestled amidst natural beauty, boasting serene water features and picturesque ponds. Within this splendid setting, they offer a spectrum of senior living options, including independent senior living, memory care living, assisted living, long-term care, and short-term rehabilitation. mainly, Edgewater prioritizes the overall wellness of their residents, providing not only five-star dining but also a wealth of amenities to enhance their daily lives.

Residents at Edgewater enjoy concierge services, an art studio, and a newly constructed event center. The community further offers indoor heated saltwater pools, a state-of-the-art fitness center, salon and spa services, and much more. With spacious areas for various activities, including independent living apartments, a skilled culinary team, and chefs dedicated to providing exceptional dining experiences, Edgewater stands as a vibrant, pristine, and ideal place to call home.

Contact Edgewater, a WesleyLife Community for Healthy Living

Overview of Windsor Manor Nevada

Located in the heart of Nevada, Iowa, Windsor Manor is a charming senior community offering an array of living options. With 30 thoughtfully designed assisted-living apartments, ranging from one to two bedrooms, residents find comfort in their private spaces equipped with convenient kitchenettes. The community takes pride in its exceptional housekeeping and personal laundry services, ensuring residents can enjoy a hassle-free lifestyle. They go the extra mile by providing personalized emergency wireless pendants and round-the-clock assistance, prioritizing the safety and well-being of its residents.

In addition to its comprehensive services, Windsor Manor boasts a secure memory care area comprising 10 studio apartments, specially designed for individuals dealing with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Families appreciate the peace of mind offered by this secure environment. With scheduled transportation and easy access to highways, the community ensures convenient visits for families. What truly sets Windsor Manor apart is its commitment to offering reasonable assisted living costs, making it an affordable choice for seniors to embrace life to the fullest.

Contact Windsor Manor Nevada

Overview of Arlington Place Oelwein

Arlington Place Oelwein operates a 70-bed senior housing property at 1101 3rd Street SW in Oelwein, Iowa. The multi-story complex utilizes an accessible layout with internal elevators, ensuring residents can access the dining room, private rooms, and shared social lounges without climbing stairs. The daily program spans independent living, assisted care, memory support, and short-term respite care.

The standard monthly routine incorporates prepared meals, scheduled card games, live music programs, and organized group trips into town. State regulatory inspection records indicate ongoing compliance challenges with employee training documentation and service record practices, while the current occupancy is 24 percent, with 17 residents.

The neighborhood carries a walkability score of 11 out of 100, signifying a car-dependent setting where visitors and staff require a vehicle for standard local errands. Prospective families seeking a quiet, small-town care setting can call the management office to request details on current floor plans.

Starting Price $500/Month

Contact Arlington Place Oelwein

Overview of Oak Park Estates Al & Memory Care

Oak Park Estates Al & Memory Care in Cedar Falls, Iowa, delivers assisted living, specialized memory care, end-of-life hospice services, and short-term respite stays. Assisted living assists with dressing, bathing, and medication management, while memory care provides a secure environment designed to prevent wandering. Respite care options accommodate short-term stays, giving family caregivers temporary relief.

Michelle Rasbeck directs this 34-bed community, which currently maintains a 97% occupancy rate. Amenities include on-site physical therapy, scheduled medical transportation, an in-house chef preparing daily meals, and a full-service beauty salon. Errand runs are feasible without a vehicle, reflected by a walk score of 78.

Prospective representatives looking into memory care or temporary respite services can contact Oak Park Estates Al & Memory Care to discuss open units or arrange a tour of the facility.

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Overview of Edencrest at Adel

Edencrest at Adel offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Adel, Iowa. Independent living provides a private living space with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering. Having all three care levels in one community can allow a resident’s needs to grow over time without requiring a move.

Respite care is also available for short stays. This can suit a family caregiver who needs time to travel or recover. The community has 88 beds and private apartments, so residents have their own living space within the larger setting. Edencrest at Adel may be a good fit for someone who wants independent living, assisted living, memory care, or a short respite stay in one community.

Starting prices are $2,900 per month for independent living, $2,900 for assisted living, and $5,600 for memory care. The higher memory care rate reflects the secured setting and supervision required for that level of care, while the independent living and assisted living rates correspond to their different daily support needs. Costs begin at different levels.

Outdoor gardens and patios provide space to spend time outside on the property, while transportation options and outings offer scheduled trips without requiring residents to arrange each outing independently. A salon and spa room, along with a fitness center, provide on site places for personal care and exercise. Maria Pimentel serves as the administrator, and a Walk Score of 60 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot for a resident who wants to get out independently.

$2,900/Month

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Overview of Sunrise Hill Care Center

Sunrise Hill Care Center is a nursing home in Traer, IA offering nursing care, assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Nursing care supports residents who require ongoing nursing attention, while assisted living provides help with daily tasks. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, and memory care provides a secured setting with supervision.

The combination of care types may be a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to another community. Sunrise Hill Care Center has 76 beds. Care and Rehab is a named program, and rehabilitation services are available for residents who need therapy as part of their care.

Total nurse staffing is 3h 56m per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nurse staffing time allocated to each resident. The community accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Daniel Larmore serves as administrator.

A Walk Score of 45 places the area in a car dependent setting, meaning most errands require a car or a ride. A resident who no longer drives would need one of those options for errands.

Contact Sunrise Hill Care Center

Overview of Gardens of Cedar Rapids

Gardens of Cedar Rapids provides nursing home and skilled nursing care, assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Cedar Rapids, IA. Nursing home and skilled nursing care include licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, and memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for residents at risk of wandering.

There are 60 beds across the community’s care levels. For a resident whose needs grow over time, that range may allow them to remain in the same community without starting over socially. The Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation program includes rehabilitation services, so rehabilitation is available as part of the community’s care offerings.

Total nurse staffing is 4h 34m per resident per day. This represents the daily hands on nursing time assigned per resident. Gardens of Cedar Rapids accepts Medicare and private pay, and residents may bring pets. Chalee Michael serves as the administrator.

Contact Gardens of Cedar Rapids

Overview of Bickford of Fort Dodge

Bickford of Fort Dodge is an assisted living and memory care community in Fort Dodge, IA. Assisted living provides help with daily activities such as grooming and medication management, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having both care levels in one community may suit a resident whose care needs grow over time.

The 49 bed community is smaller in scale, giving staff and residents the opportunity to get to know each other. Christine Beagle serves as the administrator. Residents can receive grooming through salon services without leaving the community, and the secure courtyard provides an outdoor area within it. Montessori Memory Care is also available. Pets are allowed, so a resident can live with a pet.

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Bickford of Iowa City

3500 Lower West Branch Rd, Iowa City, IA 52245
Overview of Bickford of Iowa City

Bickford of Iowa City provides assisted living and memory care in Iowa City, IA. Assisted living includes help with daily activities such as grooming and medication management, while memory care provides a supervised setting for someone who may be at risk of wandering. The combination may suit a resident whose needs could grow from help with daily tasks to memory-focused care without leaving the community.

The community has 65 beds and is located in the Longfellow neighborhood. Its Montessori Memory Care program gives residents in the memory care setting a named program designed for that level of care. Restaurant-style meals are served three times a day, allowing residents to eat prepared meals on site, and transportation is available for resident travel.

Pets are allowed, so a resident may bring a pet when moving in. A Walk Score of 33 places the area in a car-dependent setting, where most errands require a car or a ride, so residents who no longer drive will need one of those options for most errands. Paige Enlow serves as the administrator, and Ashley Ballard is the director.

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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.