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Bickford of Ames
2418 Kent Ave., Ames, IA 50010
"My great aunt was a resident of this facility for several years, and I was impressed with the cleanliness of the place...
Assisted Living
$4,106
Assisted Living Communities in Ames, IA
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authentic reviews in Ames, IA below include 35 Assisted Living facilities with 348 reviews. On average in Ames, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.5 out of 5 stars.
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We’ve spent hundreds of hours compiling helpful information below these listings, ranging from assisted living costs statistics of in Ames, to local laws & regulations in the area, to nearby services and programs that can help older adults in the community thrive, and more.
35 Providers
Caring Stars Winner
Independence Village of Ames
1325 Coconino Rd, Ames, IA 50014
"I went to Independence Village of Ames. I like a lot of everything there. It was a nice community. The rooms seemed...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$4,993
Rock Creek Senior Living
3602 NW 5th Street, Ankeny, IA 50023
"A beautiful and welcoming place for Senior Living. The staff is very friendly, and care for and treat the residents...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$3,615
Edencrest at Siena Hills
455 SW Ankeny Rd, Ankeny, IA 50023
"I like everything about Edencrest at Siena Hills. It is an excellent facility. The staff was excellent. It's beautiful...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$5,300
Edencrest at Green Meadows
6750 Corporate Dr, Johnston, IA 50131
"Edencrest at Green Meadows was a new facility in a beautiful environment. I felt that it had adequate open spaces. The...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$5,200
Caring Stars Winner
Bickford of Urbandale
5915 Sutton Place, Urbandale, IA 50322
"While in Iowa, we stopped in on the spur of the moment to see the Bickford of Urbandale while searching for an assisted...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$4,563
Perry Lutheran Homes - Spring Valley Campus
501 12th St, Perry, IA 50220
"I had visited several times over the years. The place was always spotless. It had a very clean and neat rooms. Very...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
$2,599
Edencrest at Tuscany
1600 8th St SE, Altoona, IA 50009
"We toured Edencrest at Tuscany for my in-laws. Our overall experience was just what we expected. We met with Kevin, and...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$4,300
Edencrest at Beaverdale
3410 Beaver Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
"Edencrest at Beaverdale was the most expensive place I visited. We had a local storm, and one of the interesting aspect...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$5,100
Edencrest at Timberline
14001 Douglas Pkwy, Urbandale, IA 50323
Edencrest at Timberline, located at 14001 Douglas Parkway in Urbandale, Iowa, offers a comprehensive range of senior...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$4,400
Ramsey Village
1611 27th St., Des Moines, IA 50301
"I'm in Ramsey Village. They have really good food. I'm in full care, and I've been here for over three weeks now. Some...
Assisted LivingContinuing Care Communities+3
$3,360
Northridge Village
3300 George W Carver Avenue, Ames, IA 50010
"Northridge Village was very nice. The one- and two-bedrooms were a good size. We did not eat there, but they had a nice...
Assisted LivingContinuing Care Communities+1
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The Rose of Ames
1315 Coconino Rd., Ames, IA 50014
"We toured The Rose of Ames. I was pleasantly surprised. The rooms and dining area were nice. The coordinator was very...
Assisted LivingContinuing Care Communities
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Ballard Creek Assisted Living
908 US-69, Huxley, IA 50124
"I checked out Ballard Creek for my mom. It was very clean, they have very friendly staff, it's small so they knew...
Assisted LivingNursing Homes
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Windsor Manor Nevada
1642 South G Avenue, Nevada, IA 50201
"I toured Windsor Manor Nevada. They do a lot of activities even while this stuff is going on; they masked up and go to...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$3,520
Bethany Life - The Households of Bethany
212 Lafayette Ave, Story City, IA 50248
"I visited Bethany Manor, and the rooms were OK. I wasn't really impressed. It's an older place with only one- and...
Assisted LivingNursing Homes
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Timberland Village
725 Timberland Drive, Story City, IA 50248
"My husband's aunt will be moving into Timberland Village ALF. It was beautiful. It was spotless. The residents that we...
Assisted Living
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The Cedars Assisted Living
613 W. North Street, Madrid, IA 50156
"Madrid Home for the Aged was willing to take my mother in the condition she was in. It's a very caring community. They...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
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Suites of Ankeny
420 NW Ash Drive, Ankeny, IA 50023
"Suites of Ankeny was very nice. The rooms were a good size. They have a cleaning service if you want them to come in...
Assisted Living
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Mill-Pond
1201 Southeast Mill Pond Court, Ankeny, IA 50021
"My father-in-law has been a resident of the nursing home for the past year. He is not able to walk but is cognitively...
Assisted LivingContinuing Care Communities+3
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Reviews of Communities Nearby
Assisted Living
Kelly Boon
4.0
Review of Independence Village of Ames
The building is beautiful! The rooms are nice, but could be a little bigger. There are fabulous meals and some "rather creative" ones. The community is wonderful, as are the staff. I always feel...
Provider response
Hi Kelly, We appreciate your feedback about the apartments and our meals. It's great to know that you and your parents feel welcomed and supported by the team and are glad to hear that our...
Assisted Living
Dan65
4.0
Review of The Rose of Ames
We toured The Rose of Ames. I was pleasantly surprised. The rooms and dining area were nice. The coordinator was very helpful with figuring out financial stuff and everything. They were helpful and...
Assisted Living
Lesley
4.0
Review of Independence Village of Ames
I visited Independence Village of Ames twice. It's a bright and cheery place. All of our questions were answered. The people seemed to be having fun. I walked in there once, and the Irish dancers...
Provider response
Hi Lesley, We're so glad you enjoyed your visits to Independence Village of Ames. It's great to hear that our team was able to answer your questions and provide you with a positive tour...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Ames, IA and Nearby Cities
The median monthly rate of assisted living in Ames is $4,655, which is 3.3% higher than the U.S. average and 6.2% higher than Iowa’s median cost. Assisted living communities in Ames are typically less cost-effective than those in Iowa City and Davenport, where seniors can expect to save $245 and $305, respectively, compared with their contemporaries in Ames. The same type of senior care in Des Moines outpaces Ames by 3.2%.
Ames
$4,655
Iowa
$4,367
United States
$4,500
Des Moines
$4,803
Iowa City
$4,410
Davenport
$4,350
Paying for Assisted Living in Ames
On average, assisted living costs $4,655 per month in Ames.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Ames
Services in both assisted living and residential care facilities in Ames may be covered through the Medicaid 1915 (c) Elderly Waiver program. Additionally, Iowa provides an optional state supplement for qualifying seniors who live in residential care facilities.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Iowa page.
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Iowa page.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Ames, IA
Seniors in Ames have several options for long-term care. Adult day health care is primarily suitable for seniors who live with family and require daytime support while their caregivers are at work. It’s the most affordable type of senior care in Ames, costing $3,409 less per month than assisted living. Individuals who opt to age in place generally pay around $5,625 for monthly in-home and home health care services, representing a 17.2% increase compared to the assisted living average rate.
In-home care provides help with daily tasks and personal care, while home health care includes clinical and therapeutic care in a senior’s home. Nursing home facilities provide residential, skilled nursing care and 24/7 monitoring. Seniors typically pay $6,874 for a semi-private room in a nursing home, which is $2,219 more than assisted living services.
In-Home Care
$5,625
Home Health Care
$5,625
Adult Day Health Care
$1,246
Assisted Living Facility
$4,655
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$6,874
Free Assisted Living Resources in Ames
Ames and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living 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 assisted living resources in Ames, please visit our Assisted Living in Iowa page.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Ames
Ames Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in Iowa are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Iowa page for more information about these laws.
