Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Cedar Rapids, IA below include 21 memory care communities with 166 reviews. On average in Cedar Rapids, residents and their loved ones rate memory care options 4.4 out of 5 stars.
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CARING STARS WINNER
6325 Rockwell Dr NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
4.7
(34 reviews)
"I've been to The Keystones of Cedar Rapids to visit a family member in their assisted living. They have a rental room available that you can stay in for extended visits, and I did that. I like that they had a guest room so family members could stay o..."
$3,885
2115 1st Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
4.7
(10 reviews)
"I toured Cottage Grove Place. They were very kind. They showed me their exercise room, which is wonderful for them. They showed me their dining room, and then they also had an ala carte room. If there's something on the menu that they don't want, the..."
$3,272
5710 Gibson Dr. NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52411
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My husband will be moving to CountryHouse - Cedar Rapids. We chose it because it's new, it's clean and they have sufficient staff. They have a nurse on duty, and they have a therapy therapist on duty. This is a memory care-only place. They were very ..."
$5,195
CARING STARS WINNER
202 35th Street Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
4.4
(19 reviews)
"My aunt moved to Garnett Place Retirement Community and it is a wonderful place. It was completely redone and it is well staffed. They are very caring and well qualified. The residents are very happy, too, and well taken care of. The amenities are wo..."
$3,550
1900 Stoney Point Road SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
5.0
(3 reviews)
"I toured Stoney Point Meadows this morning. It's new, and it's beautiful. It is absolutely beautiful, but it is a big place. The staff who toured me was very knowledgeable. Their staff have been with them for more than three years, and the nursing st..."
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136 36th Ave. Southwest, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
3.6
(20 reviews)
"Corridor Crossing Place was very clean, the staff that we talked to was very friendly. It's just that they didn't have a separate bedroom; it was just like one big room and that was the only downfall. They had crafts; they had a nice courtyard which ..."
$4,500
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3005 F Avenue NW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
4.5
(2 reviews)
"MeadowView Memory Care is awesome, especially for people with dementia. It's set up so that the residents have a place to walk around, a lot of visual things for them to look at, and be able to just spend time outside of their rooms. The staff is gre..."
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8900 C Ave NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52302
4.0
(1 reviews)
"I toured HallMar Village. It's an affiliated and established facility, but the memory care unit is brand new. Only 20 residents, 24-hour care, 24-hour transportation, social events with additional cost to monitor my mom's medications, and three meals..."
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1615 Breca Ridge Dr, Anamosa, IA 52205
5.0
(2 reviews)
"We toured Pinicon Senior Living. I liked the fact that the people were out gathering together. There was an activity in the cafeteria. It was a church service type of activity. It was just good to see that the people were there. They looked like they..."
$2,707
1275 W Forevergreen Road, North Liberty, IA 52317
4.8
(12 reviews)
"My sister-in-law is staying at Keystone Place at Forevergreen. It was a bit quiet for me. The apartments were very nice and neat. They have plenty of activities and programs. My sister-in-law can still go out with people. It's great. They have a nice..."
$3,495
1100 Linden Dr., Marion, IA 52302
4.6
(8 reviews)
"We toured Bickford of Marion. It's a smaller community, so it's more personable. It seems like they take pride in their facility. The staff was very friendly and the ones we met had all been there for a while, which is a good sign when you're looking..."
$3,194
1500 1st Ave, Coralville, IA 52241
4.4
(7 reviews)
"My husband is now at Brown Deer Place and he seems to be doing fine. The people are very nice and very friendly. My husband seems very content. They keep the residents pretty busy; they have a lot of activities for them. My husband seems to love thei..."
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365 Marion Blvd, Marion, IA 52302
The Villages at Marion is located in a vibrant commercial section of Marion, IA, one of the Midwest's fastest-growing cities. The facility is just down the road from the Lindale Mall, where residents find plenty of opportunities for shopping and dining. For outdoor recreation, seniors can take advantage of nearby green spaces such as the 70-acre Boyson Park, which features a picnic area and scenic trail. The Villages at Marion offers independent and assisted living options for Iowa seniors. Assisted living residents may receive help with personal care activities and medication management. Residents may also benefit from safety measures such as emergency pull cords and personal alert pendants, and staff is available around the clock to help when needed. The facility offers a memory care program for seniors living with Alzheimer's or dementia. The Villages at Marion includes a variety of amenities, including a fitness room, large dining area and puzzle lounge. Comfortable sitting areas are available for socializing with friends and family, and residents can also take advantage of walking paths and patios on the manicured grounds. The community's resident-run entertainment committee plans regular social events, such as live musical acts. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Iowa Department of Inspections and Appeals Health Facility Database
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720 Oakbrook Drive, Marion, IA 52302
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I went to The Views of Marion for my grandma. It has assisted living, memory care, and a nursing home, so it has everything. They had a patio. The facility was very nice, comfortable, updated, and pretty. It's twenty minutes from my house. The person..."
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1807 W 5th Street, Vinton, IA 52349
5.0
(2 reviews)
"Windsor Manor is a very nice facility. The staff all seemed very nice. I really liked the director. The rooms were really nice, too. The place is nice and clean. The residents seemed nice and being taken care of. ..."
$3,800
1140 Kennedy Pkwy, Coralville, IA 52241
4.3
(3 reviews)
"We are coming up on our year anniversary at Stirlingshire of Coralville and I cannot say enough good things about the community. Placing my mom somewhere alone, as dad recently passed, was over the top scary, but the staff made it obvious from day o..."
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1020 South Scott Blvd, Iowa City, IA 52240
4.3
(6 reviews)
"We moved into the Legacy Retirement Community. I like the apartment that they had to offer us, and I like the personnel. They're very helpful and accommodating. The people who live here are very welcoming. They're good people, and it's a good place t..."
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345 Marion Boulevard, Marion, IA 52302
4.1
(19 reviews)
"The staff is very caring and helpful. The people living there are friendly to people moving in. Lots of activities going on and a busy calendar for the month...."
$1,400
901 S. Mentzer Rd., Robins, IA 52328
4.1
(8 reviews)
"My father is living in Emery Place for two years now. They're really good there; we're happy with them. It's just a little far from where I live. We have decided to keep him there for now. He is happy there. The staff is really good. He has a 1-bedro..."
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1320 Litchfield Drive, Hiawatha, IA 52233
4.0
(2 reviews)
"I went to The Promise House for my grandma. It was a good visit. The room was fine but the facility was dated. The staff member was awesome, she was great. They offer memory care...."
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Memory Care
Sharon
4.0
Review of Cottage Grove Place
My mother has moved into Cottage Grove Place. It's a very nice place. The staff is good. She had been to respite care at Cottage Grove a few times before, but this time when my sister and...
Provider response
Sharon, we're happy you found our staff to be so supportive during your experience here at Cottage Grove Place. Please don't hesitate to reach out if there's anything additional we can do for you.
Memory Care
Reviewer#BD0322A
4.0
Review of HallMar Village
I toured HallMar Village. It's an affiliated and established facility, but the memory care unit is brand new. Only 20 residents, 24-hour care, 24-hour transportation, social events with additional...
Memory Care
Janet
5.0
Review of MeadowView Memory Care
MeadowView Memory Care is awesome, especially for people with dementia. It's set up so that the residents have a place to walk around, a lot of visual things for them to look at, and be able to...
The cost of memory care in Cedar Rapids is higher than the national and Iowa state averages. The average senior in the state capital of Des Moines pays slightly more each month for care at around $6,004, while seniors in Iowa City pay just $400 less per month than those in Cedar Rapids. Sioux City is one of the more affordable options with care costing an average of $750 less each month than Cedar Rapids.
Cedar Rapids
$5,935
Iowa
$5,459
The United States
$5,625
Des Moines
$6,004
Iowa City
$5,513
Sioux City
$5,185
Note: Residential memory care is usually offered in assisted living facilities, and in general, memory care rates tend to be 20-30% higher than assisted living rates. No national database currently tracks memory care costs in the United States, so we’ve estimated the monthly memory care costs listed below by adding 25% to the rates listed in Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey.
The average senior in Cedar Rapids pays $5,935 per month for memory care. The exact fee charged by each facility will depend on their location and amenities or activities offered.
In Cedar Rapids there are options for seniors who need financial assistance paying for Memory Care. For more information about other options, who qualifies, and how to apply, visit our Memory Care in Iowa page.
Seniors in Cedar Rapids manage memory care expenses by using a range of public and private payment options. This includes state and federal health insurance benefits, veterans’ benefits and money from personal accounts. By using a mix of payment options, seniors can ensure the long-term financial feasibility of residential care.
Those looking at more affordable senior care options may want to consider adult day health care at $1,353 per month. Seniors who are still mostly independent but need some assistance on a daily basis can look at assisted living for $4,748. In-home care and home health care both cost slightly less than memory care at $5,529 each month. A semiprivate room in a nursing home facility is around $900 more than memory care, while a private room is $1,594 more expensive.
Memory Care
$5,529
In-Home Care
$5,529
Home Health Care
$1,353
Adult Day Health Care
$4,748
Assisted Living Facility
$5,935
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$6,844
The following resources may interest seniors and their family members. These resources provide information and support to guide those affected by Alzheimer’s and other dementia-related disorders.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Alzheimer's Association Iowa Chapter | (800) 272-3900 | The Alzheimer's Association Iowa Chapter hosts regular support groups for seniors and their family members. They run educational programs to help teach the public about Alzheimer's and other dementia disorders. In addition, the association operates a 24/7 helpline to provide information and support. |
| Iowa Department on Aging | (866) 468-7887 | The Iowa Department on Aging advocates on behalf of seniors throughout the state. The department provides information on the various long-term care facilities in the state and provides long-term care ombudsman services to protect the rights of seniors in these care communities. |
| Veteran Affairs Cedar Rapids | (319) 892-5160 | Liam County Veteran Affairs assists seniors and their family members in applying for the maximum benefits they may be eligible for. The office can guide seniors through the application process. Additional services include burial information, housing assistance and medical assistance. |
| Mercy Center for Memory Health Support Groups | (319) 398-6435 | The Mercy Center for Memory Health hosts a variety of regular support groups for those with cognitive disorders and their caregivers or family members. Some of these free support groups include activities such as chair yoga, art, gardening and singing. |
| Friends Memory Cafe | (319) 214-0711 | The Friends Memory Cafe is held in nearby Cedar Falls. It's a monthly event to provide support to seniors with memory loss disorders and their caregivers or family members. The event includes activities, refreshments and social time. |
In Cedar Rapids and throughout the state of Iowa, the Iowa Department of Inspections and Appeals Health Facilities Division regulates and monitors memory care communities. The department conducts regular inspections to ensure that facilities are providing the required level of care and following all regulations.
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Cedar Rapids Memory Care Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Memory Care Facilities in Iowa are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Iowa page for more information about these laws.
Memory care centers support residents and provide peace of mind to families through tailored services and amenities. These features create a welcoming, engaging environment and address dementia-related issues, such as loneliness and confusion. As they compare long-term care communities, families seek facilities with specially trained caregivers, dynamic activities calendars and wellness programming.
Learn more about Cedar Rapids’ memory care facilities by speaking with a Caring.com Family Advisor today.
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