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Memory care in Waukee, IA

2 memory care communities with a state Alzheimer or dementia care license, certificate or special care unit.

Memory care communities
2
in Waukee
Licensed capacity
154
across all 2
Adults 65+
3,250
Census estimate for Waukee
Within 25 miles
31
of the center of Waukee
Memory CareAssisted Living 3Senior Apartments 5
Showing 1–9 of 9 memory care communities within 10 mi of Waukee
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Source: Iowa DIAL, Health Facilities Division - Assisted Living Programs (entity export 2026-10-17), as of Oct 17, 2026. Distance is measured from the center of Waukee (U.S. Census Bureau).

Nearby

Memory care communities near Waukee

Counting neighboring towns, there are 31 memory care communities within 25 miles of the center of Waukee, 29 more than in Waukee itself. Distances are straight-line miles.

Closest outside Waukee

See all 31 within 25 miles

Nearby cities

Within 25 miles, closest first

Local overview

Memory care in Waukee at a glance

Our directory lists 2 memory care communities with an address in Waukee, based on Iowa DIAL records. Half were first licensed in 2011 or earlier, and 1 was licensed in the last five years.1

By licensed capacity

  • 16 residents or fewer0
  • 17 to 60 residents1
  • More than 60 residents1
Size is the licensed capacity on the public record.1

Licensing and oversight

How memory care is regulated in Iowa

In Iowa, the Iowa Department of Inspections licenses assisted living and other residential care settings. Its public records are the source for the memory care listings on this page.1 Of the 2 memory care communities listed in Waukee, 2 hold a state Alzheimer’s or dementia certification or license.1

Report a problem
Contact the Iowa Department of Inspections about a licensed community, or the Iowa long-term care ombudsman at (515) 393-17102.

Paying for care

Ways to pay for memory care in Iowa

Programs that can help, by name. Eligibility rules are set by each program, so confirm with the agency before you plan around one.

Medicaid
The Iowa Medicaid program can cover long-term care for people who qualify on income, assets and care needs. Which services it covers depends on the program, so ask the state Medicaid agency.3 Medicaid waivers pay for care services, not room and board.4 Iowa Medicaid agency
Medicare
Medicare does not pay for long-term custodial care or for room and board. It still covers medically necessary care, such as doctor visits, hospital care, home health, hospice and prescriptions.5
Veterans benefits
Wartime veterans and surviving spouses who need help with daily activities may qualify for the VA pension with Aid and Attendance.6 The Iowa Department of Veterans Affairs helps with claims (515-252-4698).7
Medicare counseling
Iowa’s State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) gives unbiased one-on-one help with Medicare and related coverage questions: 1-800-351-4664.8

Local resources

Local help for families in Waukee

Official agencies and nonprofit helplines, with phone numbers and links taken from their own directories.

  • Area Agency on Aging

    Aging services for Dallas County9

    1-800-677-1116

    The Eldercare Locator connects you with the Area Agency on Aging that serves Dallas County.

    Website

  • Long-term care ombudsman

    Iowa Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program2

    (515) 393-1710

    Free, independent advocate for residents of care facilities.

  • Report abuse or neglect

    Iowa Adult Protective Services

    800-362-2178

    Adult Protective Services takes reports about adults at risk.

  • Medicare counseling (SHIP)

    Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP)8

    1-800-351-4664

    Website

  • Veterans benefits

    Iowa Department of Veterans Affairs7

    515-252-4698

    Website

  • Medicaid

    Iowa Medicaid agency3

    Website

  • Dementia support

    Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline10

    1-800-272-3900

    Find the chapter that serves Iowa.

    Website

Questions families ask

Frequently asked questions about memory care in Waukee

How many memory care communities are in Waukee, IA?

WeFoundCare lists 2 memory care communities in Waukee, IA, from public licensing and certification records. Within 25 miles of the center of Waukee there are 31.

How many residents can memory care communities in Waukee serve?

2 of the 2 memory care communities report licensed capacity, for a combined 154 residents. The Census Bureau estimates 3,250 adults age 65 and older live in Waukee.

Do memory care communities in Waukee have a state dementia credential?

Every memory care listing on this page has a state record for dementia care: 2 hold a state Alzheimer’s or dementia certification or license.

Who licenses memory care in Iowa?

The Iowa Department of Inspections licenses memory care in Iowa. You can check a community’s license in the agency’s public records.

Who can help if there is a problem with care in Waukee?

The long-term care ombudsman is a free, independent advocate for residents. In Dallas County, call (515) 393-1710. To report suspected abuse or neglect, call Iowa Adult Protective Services at 800-362-2178.

Are there memory care communities near Waukee?

Nearby cities with listings include Clive (3, 4.7 mi), West Des Moines (4, 5.9 mi), Urbandale (2, 6.2 mi).

Guides

Guides for families choosing memory care

Other types of care

Other senior care in Waukee

Methodology

About this data

How the figures on this page are built. Each number links to its source below.

  • Listings come from Iowa DIAL (Health Facilities Division - Assisted Living Programs (entity export 2026-10-17)), Oct 17, 2026.1 A listing appears under the city on its license or certification address.
  • Adults 65+ is the Census Bureau’s 2020–2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimate for Waukee (Census place). Census boundaries can differ from the mailing-address city used for listings, so per-1,000 figures are a guide, not a precise rate.11
  • Licensed capacity is the figure on the public record; 2 of 2 memory care communities report it.
  • Distances are straight-line miles from the center of Waukee (U.S. Census Bureau place center). “Nearby” means within 25 miles and can include other states.
  • Agency contacts come from each program’s own directory and are checked when we rebuild the data. WeFoundCare does not rate or rank communities.

Sources and references

  1. Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals and Licensing: Health Facilities Division - Assisted Living Programs (entity export 2026-10-17). dia-hfd.iowa.gov/DIA_HFD Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  2. National Long-Term Care Ombudsman Resource Center / National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care: Find your Long-Term Care Ombudsman. theconsumervoice.org/get-help Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  3. National Association of Medicaid Directors: Medicaid Directors. medicaiddirectors.org/about/medicaid-directors Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  4. 42 CFR §441.310 via LII: Limits on FFP (room and board excluded from HCBS waiver). law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/42/441.310 Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  5. CMS / Medicare.gov: Long-term care coverage. medicare.gov/coverage/long-term-care Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  6. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: Aid and Attendance benefits and Housebound allowance. va.gov/pension/aid-attendance-housebound Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  7. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: State Veterans Affairs Offices. discover.va.gov/external-resources Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  8. SHIP National Technical Assistance Center (funded by the U.S. Administration for Community Living): Find your local SHIP. shiphelp.org/ships Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  9. U.S. Administration for Community Living: Eldercare Locator. eldercare.acl.gov Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  10. Alzheimer’s Association: 24/7 Helpline. alz.org/help-support/resources/helpline Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  11. U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates, table B01001. data.census.gov/table/ACSDT5Y2024.B01001 Accessed Oct 18, 2026.