1 / 5Families describe Birdee Cottage as a small, home-like memory care facility where staff form close, family-like bonds with residents and provide attentive, personal care. Most reviewers praise the quality of meals and the peace of mind they felt, though one report described serious weight loss and declining condition during a resident's stay.
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Birdee Cottage Assisted Living & Memory Care is a family-owned assisted living and memory care facility in Waterloo, Iowa, specializing in care for individuals with dementia and various forms of memory loss. The community operates as a small, 17-suite home designed to feel welcoming and intimate rather than institutional.
The facility is fully secured and licensed for memory care. It features private bedrooms and bathrooms, grab handle bars, 36-inch doorways, and a camera safety system to support resident safety and experience. Staff provide care, oversight, and medication management, with trained and licensed personnel who approach their work as they would for their own loved ones.
Nutrition is a priority at Birdee Cottage, with three home-cooked, fresh meals provided daily and snacks available throughout the day. The facility accommodates special dietary needs, and residents and families are noted to appreciate the quality of meals offered.
The home was intentionally designed for both beauty and functionality, with modifications made throughout to enhance resident safety and overall experience. The facility emphasizes creating a home-like environment where residents can relax knowing their needs are being addressed.
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Kris Steen
Jul 2026
My mom had dementia and lived here a total of nine months. She lost 40 pounds in that time and became bed ridden. We moved her to New Aldaya Memory Care and she thrived. Gained the 40 pounds back she was extremely well cared for and was out of bed and dancing like her old self.
Chris Cusmano
Feb 2026
Birdee is such a wonderful place. My mom lived there for a while and she was well taken care of. What makes it special is the staff. They are the best of the best!
Amy Rasmussen
Jun 2025
I can’t say enough good things about Birdee Cottage. My Mom lived there for 16 months up until the day she passed away.The Birdee staff became our family as they loved our Mom like their own. The staff provided our Mom with top notch care and it gave us peace of mind knowing we didn’t have to worry about her. She LoVeD the meals and always raved about how good they were. The staff was patient and helpful as we navigated the different levels of her dementia. We truly couldn’t have found a better facility that felt like HoMe from day one. We loved the staff and care that our Mom received while she lived there.
Jo Reinhardt
May 2025
Birdee Cottage was the best experience with taking care of our mother. They loved her as much as we did and it showed in every way. The staff is amazing and they became a family together. We had so much peace knowing that she was there. I highly recommend anybody Needing this kind of care this is the place to go. We are ever so grateful thank you Birdee Cottage for being the home That our mother needed.💗 Fancy loved you all💗 care.
Margaret Klein
May 2025
Birdee Cottage felt like home from the first minute we walked in. Their patience and attentiveness to my friend is endless. My little friend responds to their efforts to keep her clean, clothed, and well fed.. She is loving her experience with staff and tells me she never wants to leave. It is such a relief to me knowing she is well cared for and so very content. Birdee has been a pure gift for my peace of mind. Thank you, Birdee.
Birdee Cottage Assisted Living & Memory Care offers Assisted Living.
Birdee Cottage Assisted Living & Memory Care is located at 2221 Fairway Ln in Waterloo, Iowa.
Families describe Birdee Cottage as a small, home-like memory care facility where staff form close, family-like bonds with residents and provide attentive, personal care. Most reviewers praise the quality of meals and the peace of mind they felt, though one report described serious weight loss and declining condition during a resident's stay.
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