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Communities in Urbandale, IA
Located in Polk and Dallas Counties, Urbandale sits in the Des Moines-West Des Moines...
Metropolitan Area. The city contains assisted living facilities for seniors to choose from, and more sit in nearby communities. These facilities charge a median monthly fee of $6,713 in 2024, which surpasses the Iowa norm of $5,200 and the national baseline of $5,350.
We highlight 597 reviews reviews from residents and visitors in our directory, giving you an unbiased look at local assisted living facilities. Based on these reviews, we find an average quality rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars out of five stars.
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Sherri
5.0
Review of Bickford of Urbandale
My sister moved to Bickford of Urbandale's assisted living. The care is more personalized to each individual. I love the place. It's bright and welcoming, and just a nice place to be in. They make...
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Michael
5.0
Review of Senior Suites of Urbandale
My mom has been a resident of Senior Suites of Urbandale for a month now. It is great. It's a small community, if that's what you're looking for, and the staff there has been nothing but helpful...
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Michael
5.0
Review of Bickford of Urbandale
Bickford of Urbandale was well laid-out and easy-to-follow building. Everybody seemed friendly. The apartments seemed nice. They had a good view out of their window, a nice landscape, wildlife...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Urbandale, IA and Nearby Cities
The 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey shows that assisted living facilities in Urbandale set monthly rates near $6,713, with local costs running substantially higher than the state median of $5,200 and surpassing rates in nearby cities. For example, in Cedar Rapids, fees run lower at roughly $4,770, and facilities in Waterloo charge around $4,163.
Urbandale
$6,713
Iowa
$5,200
The United States
$5,350
Ames
$5,950
Sioux City
$3,750
Waterloo
$4,163
Cedar Rapids
$4,770
Iowa City
$4,876
Paying for Assisted Living in Urbandale, IA
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Urbandale
Seniors in the Urbandale area can have the cost of their assisted living accommodation subsidized by the Medicaid program. Medicaid waivers are also available for individuals who require long-term care that they are unable to pay for themselves.
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 Urbandale, IA
Assisted living residents in the Urbandale region pay around $6,713 per month, which exceeds the cost of private care but runs lower than nursing home fees. For example, in-home care costs about $700 less, and home health care rates hover near $6,292. On the other hand, nursing home residents pay about $8,669 for shared accommodations.
In-Home Care
$6,006
Home Health Care
$6,292
Assisted Living Facility
$6,713
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$8,669
Note: Since data for Urbandale is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Des Moines, instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Urbandale
Choosing the right assisted living facility in Urbandale can feel like a challenge, but fortunately, seniors have access to a range of programs and agencies that can help. The following table includes local resources to help older adults compare residential options, identify ways to pay for services and resolve issues related to the quality of care.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Recreation Center | (515) 278-3907 | Urbandale’s Senior Recreation Center hosts social and recreational programs for city residents aged 55 and over. It has a game room with pool and shuffleboard, fitness equipment and classes and public computers. The center also has monthly health clinics with foot care and blood sugar and blood pressure checks. |
| Aging Resources of Central Iowa | (515) 255-1310 (800) 747-5352 | Aging Resources of Central Iowa is the Area Agency on Aging for the Urbandale region and provides free information and supports for those aged 60 and over. Through the agency, seniors obtain health insurance options counseling, referrals for community-based services and information on long-term care. |
| Veterans Administration Des Moines Regional Office | (800) 827-1000 | The VA's Des Moines Regional Office is located about 10 miles from Urbandale and provides in-person and over-the-phone benefits counseling and assistance to veterans. Through the office, veterans get help with applying for benefits that may help cover assisted living expenses and referrals for community-based services, such as counseling, transportation and emergency financial assistance. |
| UNITED 55+ | (515) 246-6500 | UNITED 55+ is a service of United Way and provides volunteer opportunities to older adults in the Urbandale region. Opportunities may include writing notes of encouragement to nonprofit partner organizations, assembling literacy kits to be used in schools and providing income tax preparation help for low-income families. |
| Iowa Legal Aid | (800) 532-1275 | Iowa Legal Aid provides free legal support to older adults, helping them resolve issues related to substandard care in assisted living and applying for public benefits that may help cover care costs. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Urbandale
Urbandale-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Iowa are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Iowa page for more information about these laws.
