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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Cary, IL
If your loved one needs memory care in Cary, A Place for Mom can help. With 28 memory care facilities in Cary, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Cary incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Cary memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Cary, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Ohare, West Lake Forest and Ravinia.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Glenview, Arlington Heights and Palatine.
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We are happy that our in-laws are happy at Heritage Woods because that was a big concern for us. The are starting to make friends and join in all the activities which helps get them out of their room. They...
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
Heritage Woods of McHenry opened July 2008 in McHenry — the Heart of the Fox River. Our 100 apartment certified IL Supportive Living Community is managed by BMA Management, Ltd. The emphasis is on operating communities for those over 65 years of age that are warm and welcoming as well as...
8.5
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Very happy with this facility. It's next over to their assisted living facility so I am next door to my husband who is there. Their programs are wonderful.
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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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Cost of memory care in Cary, IL
The average cost of senior living in Cary is $6,191 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include McHenry, IL with an average of $5,690 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Cary, IL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Cary, IL vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Cary vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Cary, IL by room type
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Average cost of Memory Care in Cary over time
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What families are saying about memory care in Cary
Recent reviews for memory care in Cary
Churchill Place in Glen Ellyn, IL
5.0
Based on our experience I would recommend. So far everything has been very good no problems and everyone has been great and easy to work with.
Silver Glen Senior Living in South Elgin, IL
4.7
I would definitely recommend Silver Glen Senior Living to others. The facility itself is great, the rooms are really nice, and everyone seems so nice and welcoming. Another great thing they have is they work with a company that provides Physical therapy, Speech and OT on the premises.. so ...
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Emerald Place in Glenview, IL
5.0
Their activities director [name removed] was outstanding, as well as their custodial and support staff team. Truly, but the cost at the time seemed high
Cary review score based on 240 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 240 reviews of 27 Cary memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Cary 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
Cary review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Cary 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 240 reviews of 27 Cary memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Cary 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.Cary, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.0
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Cary memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cary memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cary, 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 Cary 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 Cary 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
74.1%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
70.4%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
92.6%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
48.1%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
59.3%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
74.1%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Cary 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 Cary 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
81.5%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
70.4%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
77.8%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
29.6%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Cary 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 Cary 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
59.3%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.7%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
59.3%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.6%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.2%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Cary 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 Cary communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
74.1%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
74.1%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
51.9%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cary 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 Cary offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
81.5%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
51.9%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
74.1%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
81.5%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
77.8%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
88.9%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.6%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
66.7%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
70.4%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
77.8%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
74.1%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
63%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
48.1%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
77.8%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Encore Village of Schaumburg, a CCRC, Brookdale Northbrook and Encore at South Barrington are the top-rated memory care facilities near Cary, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 28 memory care facilities near Cary, Illinois. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Cary, Illinois are Brookdale Northbrook, Encore at South Barrington and Brookdale Des Plaines. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 28 memory care facilities near you in Cary, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Cary, 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 Cary, 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 Cary, Illinois ranges from $440 to $42521. The average Memory Care cost in Cary, Illinois is $6,191. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Cary, Illinois typically starts at $440. 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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