Edencrest Kettlestone
805 SE Tallgrass Ln, Waukee, IA 50263
"Kettlestone Edencrest at Kettlestone is the area’s premiere senior community. This community is located in the KeeTown Loop district clos..."
READ MOREOur comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Des Moines, IA below include 39 memory care communities with 425 reviews. On average in Des Moines, residents and their loved ones rate memory care options 4.3 out of 5 stars.
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805 SE Tallgrass Ln, Waukee, IA 50263
"Kettlestone Edencrest at Kettlestone is the area’s premiere senior community. This community is located in the KeeTown Loop district clos..."
READ MORE540 S 51st St, West Des Moines, IA 50265
5.0
(3 reviews)
"We were very impressed with Grand Living at Tower Place, because we wanted to have a women only floor, and they have that. It's a secure locked floor and somebody is in attendance all the time. We just thought that was the best place. They have exerc..."
READ MORE6901 Peckham Street, Johnston, IA 50131
5.0
(1 reviews)
"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 included. I didn't have to take furniture or anything. It's..."
READ MORE1600 8th St SE, Altoona, IA 50009
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We toured Edencrest at Tuscany for my in-laws. Our overall experience was just what we expected. We met with Kevin, and he explained and showed us what it was all about. He also showed us two options that were available and told us about the 2-bedroo..."
READ MORE6750 Corporate Drive, Johnston, IA 50131
4.7
(4 reviews)
"Edencrest at Green Meadows was a new facility in a beautiful environment. I felt that it had adequate open spaces. The programming seemed to be very good, especially for the memory care unit, which was the unit we were especially interested in. I lik..."
READ MORE12605 Woodlands Pkwy, Clive, IA 50325
4.7
(39 reviews)
"My father was at Woodlands Creek Retirement Community. He was in a two-bedroom independent apartment. The apartments were completely redone between residents, so everything was new and fresh. It was set up wonderfully. Their fees were reasonable, and..."
READ MORE1701 Campus Drive, Clive, IA 50325
4.7
(14 reviews)
"Walnut Ridge was larger. The hallways were wide and tall. It had a lot of glass and a lot of light. The recreation room includes a pool for exercise and classes. They had a large whirlpool area. The grounds there are more open. It's nice and green. T..."
READ MORE1203 North E St., Indianola, IA 50125
4.6
(3 reviews)
"My relative is a resident of The Village. It's very clean. He's very well kept, and he has very good care. He's always clean and looks clean. They get him up and around, and he likes the food a lot. I really do like it a lot. We were just thinking ma..."
READ MORE4700 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 MORE455 SW Ankeny Rd, Ankeny, IA 50021
4.4
(7 reviews)
"My dad was at Edencrest at Siena Hills for over a year. We really liked the staff. The apartments were very nice. They had a full-size refrigerator and a microwave. It was like a kitchen, but without the stove. It was very nice. They had a one-bedr..."
READ MORE2901 Cedar Street, Norwalk, IA 50211
4.4
(5 reviews)
"My tour at Edencrest at The Legacy was very nice. Everything was pretty much included, like the laundry. They had a nice place to eat that's restaurant style and they'd come out to take your order. If you didn't like the special, you could order some..."
READ MORE604 E. Hillcrest Avenue, Indianola, IA 50125
4.1
(6 reviews)
"Vintage Hills is a very nice place. They were very accommodating. It was very clean and modern. They had a very good food. My father was there for 8 months. We had to move him out of the facility because he exceeded their level of care. He had had so..."
READ MORE1500 Edgewater Dr, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327
4.1
(12 reviews)
"My mother moved to Copper Shores Village Assisted Living one month ago. We are very impressed with our experience.....and in Mom's words, "I could not have chosen a better place." We appreciate the warm welcome, cleanliness, attention to detail, and..."
READ MORE1201 Southeast Mill Pond Court, Ankeny, IA 50021
4.1
(12 reviews)
"Mill-Pond was nice, but Ankeny is not close to our doctors or family. The staff was very nice. We have a friend there, and she loves it. It was very clean. Everybody was helpful. Because of the virus, we couldn't see any of the rooms. The rooms you c..."
READ MORE1204 Linden St, Dallas Center, IA 50063
4.0
(1 reviews)
"Spurgeon Manor was a beautiful facility. It has all levels. They have independent, assisted, and memory care. I don't know much about the staff. It was just a short visit inquiry. I know a lot of people that have relatives there, and they do a good j..."
READ MORE9225 Cascade Avenue, West Des Moines, IA 50266
3.6
(15 reviews)
"Edgewater, A WesleyLife Community, is beautiful. It's lovely. Wonderful food, good floor plans, and nice staff. The facilities are great. They have all the high-end facilities, like movie theater projection stuff and computer availability. You got ev..."
READ MORE608 S. 15th Street, Indianola, IA 50125
3.4
(5 reviews)
"My dad has been in Windsor Manor since June 1st. They are very friendly and accommodating, and they made us feel very welcome right away. It was a smaller facility. He’s got a medium sized, one-bedroom; it’s very clean, it smells nice, and it has fre..."
READ MORE3510 Northwest Abilene Road, Ankeny, IA 50023
3.3
(3 reviews)
"My husband was at The Bridges at Ankeny, and he received excellent care. I was very happy with the care, and I was especially happy with their discharge planning because they were very clear about what his needs were and that kind of thing. They have..."
READ MORE1302 E 2nd Ave, Indianola, IA 50125
"Located less than 15 miles south of Des Moines, Shirlee's Retirement Home in Indianola sits in a residential community surrounded by small t..."
READ MOREAt $6,004, the cost of memory care in Des Moines is higher than the state average of $5,459 and the national average of $5,625. However, the costs for this type of care in Des Moines are roughly $800 less than Sioux City ($5,185), which is about three hours away. Comparatively, the cost for this type of care is $5,513 in Iowa City and $5,438 in Davenport, making both more affordable than Des Moines.
Des Moines
$6,004
Iowa
$5,459
The United States
$5,625
Iowa City
$5,513
Davenport
$5,438
Sioux City
$5,185
Memory care costs in Des Moines average around $6,004 per month, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,625 per month, according to figures from the 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey. This cost was established by adding 25% to the overall cost of assisted living in Des Moines based on the fact that memory care typically costs 20%-30% more than assisted living care.
In Ashland, 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, 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.
Memory care costs in Des Moines are lower than the around-the-clock care provided in local nursing homes, where the costs are $7,756 for a private room and $7,148 for semiprivate, respectively. However, memory care is more expensive than home health aide and homemaker services, which are both $5,815 and assisted living, coming in at $4,803. Adult day health care remains the most affordable option at $1,517 in Des Moines.
Homemaker Services
$5,815
Home Health Aide
$5,815
Adult Day Health Care
$1,517
Assisted Living Facility
$4,803
Nursing Home (semiprivate room)
$7,148
Nursing Home (private room)
$7,756
Des Moines and the surrounding area provide access to a number of free and low-cost resources relating to memory care. These services are put in place to provide support to seniors dealing with dementia-related conditions and their loved ones in need of caregiver support.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Alzheimer's Association - Greater Iowa Chapter | (800) 272-3900 | The Greater Iowa chapter of the Alzheimer's Association serves all 99 counties in the state. The association acts as a key resource for individuals with memory care conditions and their loved ones. In addition to advocacy for Iowa seniors, the organization provides educational outreach programs, caregiver support, updates on Alzheimer's research and more. |
University of Iowa Seniors Together in Aging Research (STAR) Program | (319) 335-7569 | This program provides opportunities for area seniors to participate in memory care research and clinical trials, mostly centered on Alzheimer's. These clinical trials are valuable in providing opportunities for researchers to better understand the progression of conditions in individuals over age 50. |
Area Agencies on Aging | (800) 532-3213 | This nonprofit operates in association with the state and provides counseling and education on memory care options in Iowa. It also provides access to statewide resources for those who need assistance finding memory care communities ideal for their specific memory care condition. |
Des Moines memory care communities fall under the purview of Iowa’s Department of Inspections and Appeals. This agency is responsible for carrying out routine inspections to assure quality care for residents.
Des Moines 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
John3
5.0
Review of Luther Park Community
My wife moved to Luther Park Community. It seemed to be the best fit for her. I liked the facility. The people were extremely friendly, so that's why we went there, and the fact that they take...
Memory Care
John_62
4.0
Review of Addington Place of Des Moines
Addington Place of Des Moines is nice. The facility is a little older, but it's extremely nice. It looks almost like they're in the country, and they have a wooded area around them. The lady was...
Memory Care
Robert
4.0
Review of Luther Park Community
My mom moved into the Luther Park Community. The rooms seemed to be nicer than most places. The prices in relation to the rooms are a little cheaper than in most places. The whole facility is at...