10 Best Memory Care Facilities in West Des Moines, IA

 

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West Des Moines offers everything residents need on a day-to-day basis, such as well-established healthcare facilities and public transportation, in a modern, suburban setting that lies in close proximity to the state capital’s vibrant downtown area and attractions. Within city limits, residents enjoy diverse shopping and dining options found in downtown’s Historic Valley Junction, including local shops and restaurants that contribute to West Des Moines’ sense of community.

In West Des Moines, memory care communities — sometimes called Alzheimer’s care or dementia care facilities — provide specialized care for seniors who have Alzheimer’s, dementia, or other forms of memory loss. These communities offer personalized cognitive rehabilitation programs alongside assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs). Memory care usually includes 24-hour supervision and unique design elements, like outdoor gardens and color-coded walls, to help ease anxiety, agitation, and other symptoms of dementia.

Cost of Memory Care in West Des Moines, IA

The median monthly cost of memory care is about $6,000 in West Des Moines and $5,200 within the West Des Moines metropolitan area. The median monthly cost of memory care in the state of Iowa is around $5,400.

 

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Cost of Living

 

The total household expenses associated with living in West Des Moines are rated nine points below the national average. Grocery and other essential costs are also rated below the average.

Index Scores

All index scores are based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates that the cost is twice as expensive as the national average, while a score of 50 indicates that the cost is half as expensive.

Household Expenses	Health Care	Insurance	Entertainment	Groceries	Clothing
91	90	93	99	85	93

 

Income and Housing

Median Income Age 45-64	Median Income Age 65+	Median Household Income	Average Individual Income	Median Employee Salary	Average Property Tax	One-bedroom Apartment Gross Rent Estimate
$96,529 per year	$50,025 per year	$73,801 per year	$43,540 per year	$44,021 per year	$4,207 per year	$669 per month

 

 

Local Hospitals

 

The top hospitals that service West Des Moines include:

Iowa Methodist Medical Center

• Facility type: faith-based, short-term acute care
• Bed count: 650+
• Specialties: spine surgery, kidney transplant, ICU

Broadlawns Medical Center

• Facility type: governmental, short-term acute care
• Bed count: 110+
• Specialties: emergency department, ICU, joint replacement

 

 

Weather and Climate

 

West Des Moines’s climate is classified as humid continental, experiencing warm, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. The average humidity level is 68%, and humidity levels are often highest during December at about 75%.

 

Seasonal Temperatures

January Average	January Maximum	January Minimum
20°F	29°F	12°F

 

July Average	July Maximum	July Minimum
76°F	86°F	66°F

 

Air Quality

• Relative Air Quality Index: 123

This index is based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates twice the presence of air pollutants than the national average, while a score of 50 indicates half the presence.

Precipitation

• Average annual precipitation: 35″

 

 

Demographics and Values

 

Population Statistics

Median Age	Percent of Population Over 65	Population	Population Density	Average Household Size
37	13.7%	68,257	1,451 per square mile	2.3

 

Race & Ethnicity

American Indian or Alaskan Native	Asian	Black	Hispanic or Latino	Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	White (not Hispanic or Latino)
0.1%	7.6%	4.1%	6.0%	0.1%	2.5%	79.8%

These figures were taken from the most recent U.S. Census.

 

LGBTQ+ Inclusivity

These scores were taken from the 2020 Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.

• Non-discrimination laws in West Des Moines: 24/30
• Overall inclusivity: 99/100

 

2016 Presidential Election Results for Polk County

Democratic	Republican	Other
52.4%	40.9%	6.7%

 

 

Arts, Culture, Entertainment, and Recreation

 

Some of the most popular museums and historic sites in West Des Moines include:

• Des Moines Children’s Museum
• Jordan House

Outdoor attractions in West Des Moines:

• Crossroads Park
• Brookview Park
• Walnut Woods State Park

West Des Moines’ top entertainment destinations and shopping districts are:

• Valley West Mall
• Historic Valley Junction
• Jordan Creek Town Center

 

Transportation

Des Moines Area Regional Transit Authority (DART) offers public bus transportation throughout the Des Moines metropolitan area seven days a week. Taxis and rideshare services are also available in West Des Moines.