The 5 Best Memory Care Facilities in Ankeny, IA for 2023

Directory of Memory Care Facilities in Ankeny, IA

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Independence Village of Ankeny

Provides: Memory Care
1275 SW State Street, Ankeny, IA 50023
"Welcome to Independence Village of Ankeny! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior..." More

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Rock Creek Senior Living

Provides: Memory Care
3602 NW 5th Street, Ankeny, IA 50023
"Journey Senior Living of Ankeny has been great. My husband hasn't really taken advantage of a lot of things, but they offer things and they're very patient with him. It's a beautiful facility...." More

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Edencrest at Siena Hills

Provides: Memory Care
455 SW Ankeny Rd, Ankeny, IA 50021
"My husband just moved into Edencrest at Siena Hills. It looks beautiful, it's clean and the interaction with the staff, so far, has been great. Today, they're hanging a TV and curtain rod, and so..." More

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Bickford of Urbandale

Provides: Memory Care
5915 Sutton Place, Urbandale, IA 50322
"Bickford of Urbandale is doing a good job. My wife is in the memory care area and the only people who work there are the people that enjoy it. It's very clean and neat. They've got a barber shop..." More

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3801 Grand

Provides: Memory Care
3801 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50023
"I toured 3801 Grand. It was actually my top choice. It's a nice facility. They're very friendly staff, and their price was better. Activities and amenities seemed good. They had lots of several..." More

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Edencrest at Beaverdale

Provides: Memory Care
3410 Beaver Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
"Edencrest at Beaverdale is the fourth in a series of Assisted Living and Memory Care Communities built by Hubbell Realty Company and managed by Senior Housing Management. Edencrest at Beaverdale..." More

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Edencrest at Green Meadows

Provides: Memory Care
6750 Corporate Drive, Johnston, IA 50131
"Welcome home to Edencrest at Green Meadows! Edencrest at Green Meadows is managed by Senior Housing Companies, who has a reputation for providing excellent care for seniors and truly helping..." More

Brio of Johnston

Provides: Memory Care
6901 Peckham Street, Johnston, IA 50131
"My husband is in Brio. It's brand new and well-staffed. They always have a nurse or two out there and a lot of well-trained younger people. It's more expensive than others, but everything is..." More

    What to Consider About Memory Care in Ankeny

    Ankeny is situated in Iowa, a state in which the Alzheimer's Association reports that 64,000 seniors are living with Alzheimer's disease. This disease, which predominantly affects the senior community, is the leading cause of dementia. Ankeny's own senior community comprises over 9 percent of the 62,000-person population.

    Ankeny has three memory care facilities for local seniors with dementia, and those who are willing to look outside the city proper will find another seven facilities close by. In Ankeny, as in the rest of the state, memory care is generally provided in assisted living programs. To offer memory care, an assisted living program must be certified as a dementia care unit through the Department of Inspections and Appeals, Health Facilities Division.

    • While Iowa taxes most forms of retirement income, those who are over the age of 55 are eligible for a deduction to offset the expense. The state does not impose an income tax on Social Security benefits or public pensions.
    • The Ankeny area has no facilities from which to choose in the event of a medical emergency or illness, with the nearest major hospital specializing in brain health and dementia care located in Des Moines.
    • Ankeny's general crime rate is high relative to the other cities and communities in Iowa. However, when it's compared to other U.S. cities of the same size, its crime rate is significantly lower. While Ankeny is generally safe, as they are touring memory care facilities, families may want to inquire about the measures are taken to keep residents secure and prevent wandering.
    • Although Ankeny's overall cost of living is only slightly higher than the national average, the cost of healthcare in this city is over 10 percent higher than the nationwide median. This may be a consideration for seniors who are on a tight budget.


    Paying for Memory Care in Ankeny

    Average Monthly Costs

    Cities in Iowa

    $6,480.00 Johnston
    $6,000.00 Pleasant Hill
    $5,747.00 US
    $5,702.00 Des Moines
    $5,677.00 Ankeny
    $5,579.00 West Des Moines
    $5,491.00 Urbandale

    Memory Care costs in Ankeny start around $5,677 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,747 per month.

    It’s important to note that memory care rates in Ankeny 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.

    Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Ankeny

    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 Ankeny

    Ankeny 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 Ankeny, please visit our Memory Care in Iowa page.


    Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Ankeny

    Ankeny-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.

    Recent Reviews of Memory Care in Ankeny

    • Review of Edencrest at Siena Hills

      Patient is found in dirty clothes. Dirty bed. Had to clean bathroom myself. Had to bring food in as the food was not good. Nurse on staff is home sick more than she is working. Very expensive ... Read more

      lindren
    • Review of Edencrest at Siena Hills

      My husband just moved into Edencrest at Siena Hills. It looks beautiful, it's clean and the interaction with the staff, so far, has been great. Today, they're hanging a TV and curtain rod, and so f... Read more

      Susan
    • Review of Rock Creek Senior Living

      Journey Senior Living of Ankeny has been great. My husband hasn't really taken advantage of a lot of things, but they offer things and they're very patient with him. It's a beautiful facility. Peop... Read more

      Carol
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