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Memory Care Facilities in Fort Madison, IA

The average cost of memory care in Fort Madison is $6,772 per month. This is higher than the national median of $5,500. Cheaper rated regions include Burlington with an average starting cost of 4,563.

To help you with your search, browse the 5 reviews below for memory care facilities in Fort Madison. On average, consumers rate memory care in Fort Madison 4.25 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Burlington with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

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What to Consider About Memory Care in Fort Madison

Fort Madison is located in the Fort Madison-Keokuk metro area of Lee County and has a population of 13,105. Of those residents, 2,141 or 16.3 percent are seniors aged 65 years or older, some of whom may have been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. There is currently one memory care facility located in Fort Madison, but there are four more available in the surrounding areas.

Memory care facilities in Fort Madison and all of Iowa are referred to as Assisted Living Facilities (ALPs) and are licensed by the Department of Inspections and Appeals, Health Facilities Division.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Fort Madison

  • Iowa is a moderately tax-friendly state for seniors. Social security income is not taxed in Fort Madison, however, retirement savings account income and pensions, both private and public, are partially taxed. Iowa’s tax breaks for seniors should be taken into account when choosing a facility for a loved one.
  • Fort Madison's crime rate is slightly higher than average. On a scale of one to 100 with one representing areas of low crime, Fort Madison ranks 40.8 for violent crime and 41 for property crime, compared to the national average of 31.1 and 38.1, respectively. Seniors' families should ask facility staff about protocols that can protect residents from crime.
  • Fort Madison, like much of Lee County, experiences hot summers and cold winters with highs climbing to 86 degrees in July and lows reaching 17 degrees in January. Families should ask what measures a facility takes to protect residents from wandering away during extreme weather.  
  • The cost of living is lower than the national average in Fort Madison, Iowa. On a scale of one to 100 with 100 being the median, Madison ranks 81.3.  Housing is the biggest factor in this lower cost of living. Families living in Fort Madison might be able to save money that can be used for healthcare.

Paying for Memory Care in Fort Madison

Memory Care costs in Fort Madison start around $5,672 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,694 per month.

It’s important to note that memory care rates in Fort Madison and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

Cities in Iowa

US

$5,694

Fort Madison

$5,672

Muscatine

$5,230

Davenport

$4,971

Ottumwa

$4,730

Burlington

$4,641

Quincy

$4,264

Moline

$3,800

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Fort Madison

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in Iowa page.

More Ways to Pay for Memory Care

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Iowa page.

Free Memory Care Resources in Fort Madison

Fort Madison and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free memory care resources in Fort Madison, please visit our Memory Care in Iowa page.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Fort Madison

Fort Madison-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in Iowa are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Iowa page for more information about these laws.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Michael

I visited this facility

Review of The Kensington – Fort Madison

The visit to The Kensington - Fort Madison was phenomenal. The staff was really nice. Our contact there was very helpful. We've talked to a few of the people that were on the memory care floor....

Provider response

Michael, thank you so very much for this review. It means a lot to our staff, who work so hard caring for the wonderful residents in our community, to know their efforts are noticed! It is truly...

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Karen

I visited this facility

Review of River Valley Place of Fort Madison

My husband is going to start at Sunnybrook on Monday, and it's just 6 miles away. It's assisted living, but It has a dementia unit, and you furnish everything. The people that work there seemed to...

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Janet Clarkson

I am/was a resident of this facility

Review of River Valley Place of Fort Madison

It is very comfortable. We have much privacy if we desire. I have made some new and wonderful friendships at Sunny Brook. I appreciate the staff doing the best they can to helping aide me in any...

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