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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Allen, IL
If your loved one needs memory care in Allen, A Place for Mom can help. With 95 memory care facilities in Allen, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Allen incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Allen memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Allen, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Wesley, Cloverdale and Gardena.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Morton, Pekin and Lincoln.
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The facility is very clean and the staff have been great so far! The facility was also a great fit because it fit our budget and location needs. Courtyard Estates has proven to be the best choice for my...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Courtyard Estates of Bushnell is an assisted living community located in the heart of Bushnell, Illinois, just minutes from all that Peoria has to offer. As a modern, home like environment, our assisted living community provides a positive, supportive environment for our residents. We're near...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Cost of memory care in Allen, IL
The average cost of senior living in Allen is $4,461 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lincoln, IL with an average of $3,621 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Allen, IL vs. nearby cities
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What families are saying about memory care in Allen
Recent reviews for memory care in Allen
Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections Springfield
5.0
My dad has lived in the Villas of Hollybrook for almost a year. The administration and staff have been caring and attentive to his needs. We are very grateful for the precautions that have been taken regarding covid-19. They recognize the severity of the virus as well as the importance of ...
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Gateway at River City in Peoria, IL
5.0
I absolutely love it here at Gateway. There are lots of activities, food is good, most residents are real nice and easy to get along with. The staff is wonderful. I’m friends with many residents who are awesome. Definitely worth living here.
The Grand Regency in Peoria, IL
4.3
It was a good place for my mom. Overall experience is good loving staff and a good clean community. They kind of take you in like its your home.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Caring and compassionate staff. Several reviews from Sugar Creek Alzheimer's Special Care Center, Heartis Village of Peoria, and Sugar Creek Alzheimer's Special Care Center praise the staff for their caring and compassionate nature towards residents and their families.
Quality and customized meals. At Carriage Crossing Decatur, some residents mention the good food quality and the ability of the kitchen to accommodate individual preferences and dietary restrictions.
Engaging activities for residents. Residents at Grand View Alzheimer's Special Care Center and Sugar Creek Alzheimer's Special Care Center share their appreciation for the range of activities offered, which help them stay active and socially engaged.
Thoughtful communication with families. Families at Lincolnshire Place and Sugar Creek Alzheimer's Special Care Center share positive experiences with staff members' consistent and clear communication, ensuring their loved ones' needs are addressed.
Well-maintained facilities. Reviews from Cedarhurst of Springfield IL, Mill Creek Alzheimer's Special Care Center, and Evergreen Place and The Legacy Memory Care highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities, contributing to a pleasant living environment.
Personalized care for memory care residents. Family members at Grand View Alzheimer's Special Care Center, Sugar Creek Alzheimer's Special Care Center, and Carriage Crossing Bloomington express satisfaction with the individualized attention given to their loved ones with memory care needs.
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Allen review score based on 206 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 206 reviews of 80 Allen memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Allen review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
Allen review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Allen memory care
When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 206 reviews of 80 Allen memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Allen resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Allen, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
4.0
4.0
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Allen memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Allen memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Allen, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Allen memory care
Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Allen that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
46.3%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
15%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.8%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
61.3%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
12.5%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.8%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.3%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
52.5%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Allen memory care
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Allen Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31.3%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
31.3%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.8%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Allen memory care
Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Allen partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
35%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.7%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
27.5%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
13.8%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Allen memory care
Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Allen communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
15%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.3%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
27.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Allen memory care
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Allen offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
51.2%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.5%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.8%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.2%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.5%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.7%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.3%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
47.5%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.5%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Carriage Crossing Rochester, Sugar Creek Alzheimer's Special Care Center and The Village at Mercy Creek are the top-rated memory care facilities near Allen, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 95 memory care facilities near Allen, Illinois. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Allen, Illinois are Carriage Crossing Rochester, Sugar Creek Alzheimer's Special Care Center and Carriage Crossing Decatur. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 95 memory care facilities near you in Allen, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Allen, Illinois, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Allen, Illinois, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Allen, Illinois ranges from $439 to $9961. The average Memory Care cost in Allen, Illinois is $4,461. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Allen, Illinois typically starts at $439. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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