Memory Care Communities in Perry, Iowa
Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Perry, IA below include 4 memory care communities with 37 reviews. On average in Perry, residents and their loved ones rate memory care options 4.5 out of 5 stars.
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Cities in Iowa
Perry
$8,520
Johnston
$6,480
Des Moines
$5,702
US
$5,694
Ankeny
$5,677
West Des Moines
$5,579
Urbandale
$5,491
Paying for Memory Care in Perry
Memory Care costs in Perry start around $8,520 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 Perry 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 Perry
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 Perry
Perry 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 Perry, please visit our Memory Care in Iowa page.
What to Consider About Memory Care in Perry
Located in the Des Moines-West Des Moines metro area of Dallas County, Perry has a population of 9,020. Of those residents, 1,246 or 13.8 percent are aged 65 or older, some of whom may have been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. There are two memory care facilities in Perry along with five more to choose from in the surrounding area. Assisted Living Facilities (ALFs) in the state of Iowa are licensed and regulated by the Department of Inspections and Appeals, Health Facility Division.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Perry
- The cost of living in Perry is below average. On a scale of one to 100 with 100 being the average, Perry ranks 86.4. This lower cost of living could result in seniors and their families having more money to allocate to memory care services.
- Perry has a high crime rate. On a scale of one to 100 where one represents low crime and 100 represents high crime, Perry ranks 41 for violent crime and 40.3 for property crime. This is compared to the U.S. national averages of 31.1 and 38.1, respectively. Seniors’ families should ask facility staff about the safety measures they have in place to keep their residents safe.
- Perry is a moderately tax-friendly region for seniors. Although public and private retirement savings account income and pensions are partially taxed, social security benefits are not taxed whatsoever.
- Residents of Perry enjoy warm summers and frigid winters. The highs reach 85 degrees in the summer months and drop down to 11 degrees in the winter. Precipitation in Perry is almost equal to the national averages. They receive 34 inches of rain each year, compared to the national average of 39, and 24 inches of snow annually, compared to the U.S. average of 26 inches. It's a good idea to ask memory care staff how they prevent residents from wandering away during unfavorable weather conditions. Â
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Perry
Perry-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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Nicole
4.0
Review of Perry Lutheran Homes - King's Gardens Campus
We chose Perry Lutheran Homes - King's Gardens Campus for my mother-in-law. We like the smaller units for memory care. They had a very nice memory care setup. The staff seemed very friendly, and...
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Nancy Prall
5.0
Review of Perry Lutheran Homes - King's Gardens Campus
The care conference team warmly responded to my concerns regarding my friend Kathy: participation in activities, was she eating well, was she active in walking and socializing with other staff and...
Provider response
Nancy, thanks so much for sharing your experience with others! We are very blessed to have Kathy living with us at Perry Lutheran Homes. And, it was so great that the two of you were able to visit...
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M O
5.0
Review of Perry Lutheran Homes - King's Gardens Campus
The Perry Lutheran Homes staff is incredibly caring, kind and loving to not only my Dad, but to my entire family. I feel very confident that Dad is getting the best care available. The music...
Provider response
Thank you so much for sharing your experience with others. We are truly blessed to have you, your Dad, and your family as a part of our Perry Lutheran Homes family. And, we are so glad that the...