Edencrest at Riverwoods
2210 E. Park Ave., Des Moines, IA, 50320
4.3
(7 reviews)
"Edencrest at Riverwoods is a certified assisted living community offering memory care through the Iowa Department of Inspections and Appeals..."
READ MOREThe average cost of memory care in Polk County is $5,779 per month. This is higher than the national median of $5,500. Cheaper rated regions include ...
To help you with your search, browse the 38 reviews below for memory care facilities in Polk County. On average, consumers rate memory care in Polk County 4.36 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Warren County with an average rating of 4.09 out of 5 stars.
Caring.com has helped 16 families in Polk County find high-quality senior care. To speak with one of our Family Advisors about memory care options and costs in Polk County, call (855) 948-3865.
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2210 E. Park Ave., Des Moines, IA, 50320
4.3
(7 reviews)
"Edencrest at Riverwoods is a certified assisted living community offering memory care through the Iowa Department of Inspections and Appeals..."
READ MORE1500 Edgewater Dr, Pleasant Hill, IA, 50327
4.1
(11 reviews)
4700 84Th St, Urbandale, IA, 50322
4.5
(4 reviews)
"My wife has moved into the Senior Suites of Urbandale. She's in memory care. She seems to be adapting to her surroundings. They tell me that she's being calm and pleasant. They like her company. When I visited, she was clean and didn't have any odors..."
READ MOREAn estimated 64,000 Iowa residents age 65 and over have Alzheimer’s disease or another type of dementia, including 10.2 percent of Polk County residents in the 65 and over age group. Out of the approximate 481,830 county residents, 12.7 percent are 65 and over. For those who need Alzheimer’s and/or dementia care, there are 14 memory care facilities in Polk County. Some of these facilities are in cities such as Clive and Des Moines. Memory care facilities in Iowa, including Polk County, are called assisted living programs (ALPs) and are licensed by the Iowa Department of Inspections and Appeals, Health Facilities Division.
Memory Care costs in Polk County start around $5,779 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 Polk County 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.
Dallas County
$7,151
Marshall County
$6,205
Marion County
$6,155
Polk County
$5,779
US
$5,694
Warren County
$5,297
Wapello County
$4,730
Story County
$4,485
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in Iowa page.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Iowa page.
Polk County 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 Polk County, please visit our Memory Care in Iowa page.
Polk County-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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Faith
3
Review of Bickford of Urbandale
Bickford of Urbandale looked like a nice facility. The assisted living was very nice and it smelled pleasant in there. I didn't get to interact with any of the staff, but the memory care left a bit...
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Faith
5
Review of Glen Oaks Alzheimer's Special Care Center
We went to Glen Oaks Alzheimer's Special Care Center. They are private pay only. They do not accept insurance, but they do accept VA. They range from just early stages of dementia all the way to...
Provider response
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this review for Glen Oaks Alzheimer's Special Care Center. Our staff strives to foster a positive community experience for all our residents, and your...
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Anna
5
Review of Bickford of Urbandale
Some of the best things about Bickford of Urbandale were the staff. They were just super. After mom fell and broke her hip, she got the best care there. They were wonderful. They cared a lot about...
Provider response
We are so honored to have been able to care for your mom. Thank you for allowing her to be part of our family. We truly can't thank you enough for such a kind review. Come visit us anytime.