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Photo of Chapters Living of Elmhurst
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We have found the indigo staff to be friendly and it has been a good place for my mom. They have a new activities coordinator that has been doing a nice job with more activities including some that involve...
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.
At Chapters Living of Elmhurst, we recognize it’s a privilege to serve as a dedicated support system for our residents. With a deep commitment to personalized care, our compassionate teams strive to create tailored experiences for our residents, ensuring their individual needs are met. Through...
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I would say that it was a wonderful place for parents on fixed income. And even if you are private pay they provide a ton of activities and access. It is located in a great spot as well within reach of...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Lacey Creek is a highly rated assisted living community in the greater Chicago area for seniors 65 and over. We offer a wide range of amenities and services so our residents feel right at home as they make new friends and engage in social and wellness programs. They can enjoy a maintenance-free...
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It seems like they are adding more residents to existing staff. In the afternoons it seems like they just mostly sit in the tv area. I think they are going through some changes right now
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
At Eden Vista Hoffman Estates you get to redefine your independence with new friendships and the chance to explore new hobbies, like art and music. Here are just a few examples of fun ways you could spend your day:•Shopping•Fitness classes•Craft projects•Live music performances•Java music...
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The building, location, food and apartment all easily deserve possibly a higher rating. The staff we've met so far has been attentive and engaged. Our Aunt is still integrating into their routine and all...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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My mom has been at Asbury Gardens for almost 2 years. She recently transitioned into memory care due to her progression of her Dementia. I visit my mom several times a week, sometimes every day, which...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Asbury Gardens is a retirement community dedicated to assisting seniors with daily activities. Our residents have private apartments, private bathrooms, and community access to our gorgeous courtyard & gardens. Our building's amenities make for a full day every day by including a game room, a...
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White oaks was really ready to accommodate my father's needs and gave him the socialization and autonomy he craves while still being a safe environment for all. Staff are friendly and willing to meet the...
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.
White Oaks of Spring Street is a dedicated memory care community for seniors in the Chicago area. We specialize in working with residents who have Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia to provide the utmost in amenities, care, support, and security. We know that every resident’s needs will...
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Wonderful place to live. Small community makes it feel cozy and welcoming. Home cooked meals. Staff is excellent and care is outstanding. Very attentive to my mother’s needs. I would recommend Bickford for...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
If you've yet to witness a vibrant senior living environment, it's high time you visited Bickford. From appetizing, home-cooked meals to the reassuring presence of our compassionate caregivers, your loved one is in for a treat. Our activity calendar is bursting at the seams, ensuring they're...
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My mom is always clean and well cared for. Many activities are not appropriate for individual with memory issues. Bingo is a regular activity and only a couple of residents can play without significant help....
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.
Anam Glen is the newest addition to the Anam Campus. We are a 16-bed memory care facility with a stimulating home-like environment designed to meet, in the most loving way possible, the specialized needs of all who are affected with a dementia, including Alzheimer's, Lewy Body, Parkinson's and...
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We are quite pleased with them so far. The paperwork is fairly intimidating, but their intake manager,[name removed], guided me step by step through it. She was patient and kind and explained every step....
Provides: Assisted 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.
Heritage Woods of Belvidere is the only Assisted Lifestyle Community in Boone County, Illinois. Our emphasis is on maintaining health, wellness, dignity and independence. We encourage our residents to be as independent as possible but provide assistance in areas that are needed. We opened on...
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Far better care than I thought my mother would receive. Whole family very appreciative of how well they cared for her and the other pts. They were attentive and kind. Also very clean without usual LTC...
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.
The Courts of Waterford in Aurora, DuPage County, Illinois is an assisted living community specializing in memory care. Our tranquil community offers a nurturing environment and all the comforts of home. From the flowing waters of our fountain to the luxury hotel style setting, our 38-arce...
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Photo of Victory Centre of Bartlett
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Victory Centre of Bartlett has been amazing. The care that our mother is receiving is more than we could ask for. Everyone that we've worked with has been very kind and compassionate. They really made this...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Our longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. Our Victory Centre of Bartlett community is an extension of that promise. We are steadfast in our commitment to cultivate a genuine home for you or your loved one. Above all else, this is your life and...
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Photo of The Oaks at Bartlett, a CCRC
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There are great people here. The community is very clean, but a little messy since they are remodeling. The staff know everyone's name and people are friendly. We don't need any care but others have said it...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Imagine a warm and friendly community with a small-town feel, where making friends is easy, and people care about and help each other. Located in Bartlett, Illinois on 41 acres of wetlands and rolling woodlands we offer the ideal location to appreciate the calm beauty of nature while still...
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I recently had a family member at the Springs at Monarch Landing from rehab. I could of not asked for better care for my Aunt. They treated her like family. The response to her call light and anticipated her...
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.
At The Springs, you'll find personalized Memory Support Assisted Living in specially designed households of only 14 residents. Each household has its own kitchen, dining room and living area. To ensure life feels familiar and comfortable, we've carefully considered every detail, from offering...
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I was very pleased with Heritage woods. The people and staff were very friendly, they had interactive activities, the food was pretty good, and the facility was clean. My dad [name removed] lived there for...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Heritage Woods of Plainfield is an affordable assisted living community serving adults 65 or older, fully certified by the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Living. Situated in Northwest Will County, Illinois about 35 miles southwest of Chicago, Heritage Woods is a lovely supportive...
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Like most people in this situation, this was a difficult situation for our family. The people at Shepherd Premier eased our concerns immediately. We went from terrified to excited about my dad moving in. He...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Shepherd Premier Living Crystal Lake II offers assisted living and memory care to seniors and their families in and around Crystal Lake, Illinois. In the quiet rolling green fields and white picket fences of Crystal Lake, it’s easy to forget that this is a suburb of Chicago. But if residents or...
Photo of Villa St. Benedict a CCRC
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The staff is friendly and helpful, activities are wide and varied, food is very good, facility is well maintained and clean, and the condos are nicely sized and appointed.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Villa St. Benedict is a CCRC located in Lisle, IL just minutes from Naperville and the surrounding western suburbs of Chicago. Our 47 acre, park like campus offers 56 independent, two bedroom villas and 140 independent apartments all constructed in 2004. Benedale Center for Assisted Living and...
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The staff has been fantastic since my grandmother moved in six months ago. The building is beautiful and well kept. As difficult as this process has been, this part of it has been very pleasant. I'm happy if...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Rates vary between $4,500 and $6,000 per month depending on room configuration (Private of Semi-Private) and the resident's individual care needs, which are determined upon initial assessment. This 160 year old, 7,700 square foot Victorian home is one of the oldest buildings in Harvard, and after...
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They have been phenomenal. If we could give the friendliness of the staff a 10 we would. Like, seriously, the people are so nice, friendly, kind and patient. They made my mom and dad feel so welcomed in a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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 Garlands is a unique community for people ages 55 and older that offers residents an uncompromising lifestyle in a resort setting with unprecedented amenities and services. The Garlands homes offer superb construction, thoughtful interior design and the finest quality. They feature large and...
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The Independent Living community is small, very friendly and clean. More like a home, than a facility. People who work there seem to care and always address Mom by name. The care service is a La carte and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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.
Situated on 17 rolling acres in the northwest suburbs, our community features carefully appointed apartments offering many modern conveniences combined with the everyday comforts of home. Picture a lifestyle where you receive unequaled services and amenities while having a whole new world of...
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Very clean and helpful and friendly people work there prices are are good you can come and visit at any time we think that good all the people there have dementia and they are very good with them that all
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.
Transforming the Culture of Memory CareProviding compassionate care begins with a secure, warm setting. When people with memory loss feel at home, they respond more positively and interact more with others.Our relationship-based care philosophy called MOSAIC recognizes each person is an...
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Hello, my mom was in Peace Village Independent living from [dates removed] when she passed away. She loved it and was taken care of by a great staff. The biweekly cleaning staff, [name removed] and [name...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Peace Village is an Independent and Assisted Living community sitting 22 beautiful acres of land in Palos Park, IL, close to suburbs such as Orland Park, Lemont, Worth, Oak Lawn,Tinley Park and Frankfort. We are a MEMBERSHIP FEE community for Independent Living and month to month rental for...
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The Landings has worked very well for my brother,[name removed]. The room is very nice, good is alright. The medical supervision has been good, staff is friendly and attentive. Sunday services like hair...
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.
Our community offers assisted living and memory care options for seniors, ideally located for the North Shore suburbs of Chicago and the surrounding communities of Wheeling.This isn’t your average senior living community as our residents enjoy social interaction with their peers, activities here...
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Photo of Maple Glen Memory Care
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Maple Glen was chosen because of how I saw the caregivers interacting with the residents. Genuine kindness. Smiles. They are all full timers so no agency staffing used on a regular basis. I feel very...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
The Koelsch family has more than six decades in developing, building and operating senior housing. The tradition began in 1958 when Emmett Koelsch and Alice Koelsch-Schultz founded the company and employed the simple philosophy, 'Treat all people with the respect they deserve and the special...
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The facility is top notch! The staff is compassionate. The activities director is a 10+ The dinning offers two meal choices plus a staple menu if you don't care for either option. My dad is well cared for...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
At The Gardens at Arlington Heights, our Residents enjoy an active, engaging lifestyle that promotes wellness and independence. Our beautiful community is situated in a convenient location in the Northwest suburbs and sits on just over 4.5 acres of land. The community offers 3 gorgeous outdoor...
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Our experience at Belmont Village was exceptional. My Dad was there for 5 months in the memory care unit. The staff was very responsive, respectful and kind. Vitas hospice was truly the best in providing...
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.
Belmont Village Buffalo Grove is home to the perfect blend of comfort, personalized care and active living. Our beautifully landscaped senior living community is nestled in the heart of the attractive residential suburb of northwest Chicago, surrounded by premier dining, shopping and...
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Cost of memory care in De Kalb County, IL

The average cost of senior living in De Kalb County is $5,616 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Monroe Center, IL with an average of $4,296 per month.

Memory care costs in De Kalb County, IL, vs. nearby counties

De Kalb County, IL
$5,616/mo
$5,610/mo
$5,669/mo

Memory care costs in De Kalb County, IL, vs. state and national averages

De Kalb County, IL
$5,616/mo
U.S. national average
$4,801/mo

Memory care costs in De Kalb County, IL, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$5,616/mo

Memory care costs in De Kalb County, IL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,286/mo
Studio
$7,178/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,406/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,147/mo

Senior living costs in De Kalb County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: De Kalb County, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDe Kalb County, ILIllinoisU.S.
Memory Care$5,616/mo$5,166/mo$4,801/mo
Assisted Living$5,556/mo$5,149/mo$4,564/mo
Independent Living$3,772/mo$4,331/mo$4,022/mo
Memory Care
De Kalb County, IL:$5,616/mo
Illinois:$5,166/mo
U.S.:$4,801/mo
Assisted Living
De Kalb County, IL:$5,556/mo
Illinois:$5,149/mo
U.S.:$4,564/mo
Independent Living
De Kalb County, IL:$3,772/mo
Illinois:$4,331/mo
U.S.:$4,022/mo
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Memory care costs in De Kalb County, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in De Kalb County and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Memory care cost trends in De Kalb County, IL

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in De Kalb County have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
De Kalb County, IL$7,336/mo$7,006/mo+4.7%
Illinois$7,203/mo$6,824/mo+5.6%
National$6,499/mo$6,160/mo+5.5%
De Kalb County, IL
2024 average cost:$7,336/mo
2023 average cost:$7,006/mo
Percent change:+4.7%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$7,203/mo
2023 average cost:$6,824/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
National
2024 average cost:$6,499/mo
2023 average cost:$6,160/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in De Kalb County

Recent reviews for memory care in De Kalb County

Melody Living Lake in the Hills

5.0
After my father's death we wanted my mother to be closer to us. She suffered from progressive dementia and needed care on virtually every level. We heard about Melody Living and decided to investigate. We wanted to be sure that her care would be good as her former residence. We visited the ...
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The Sheridan at Oak Brook

5.0
Our Activities Director at the Sheridan of Oak Brook rewards its residents with numerous wonderful activities and events that result in large crowds. One significant activity, a favorite of mine, occurs annually and is identified as “ Show and Tell”. Residents are encouraged to bring to a ...
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Wesley Willows a CCRC in Rockford, IL

5.0
Wesley Willows was great to work with. My mom was there for rehab, respite, and assisted living. We were very happy with the care. The nurse and CNAs took great care of my mom and always keep updated regarding her care. She was very happy with the food. We chose the community because my mom ...
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De Kalb County review score based on 2,203 family reviews

8.4
Review score249 facilities2203 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 2203 reviews of 249 De Kalb County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The De Kalb County 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

De Kalb County review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
De Kalb County, IL249 facilities
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Cortland, IL290 facilities

Review subcategories for De Kalb County 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 2,203 reviews of 249 De Kalb County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare De Kalb County 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.
De Kalb County, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.0
Friendliness
4.2
4.1
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
4.1
3.9
Meals & dining
3.7
3.6
Activities
3.8
3.6
Value for cost*
3.8
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

De Kalb County memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in De Kalb County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in De Kalb County, 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 De Kalb County 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 De Kalb County 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
74.3%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
59.8%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.4%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.6%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
86.3%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
42.6%
29.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.8%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
65.5%
62.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
73.5%
74%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in De Kalb County 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 De Kalb County Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
De Kalb County, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
76.7%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
55.4%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
63.9%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
27.3%
27%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in De Kalb County 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 De Kalb County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
De Kalb County, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
56.6%
28.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
61%
45%
No sugar
No sugar
56.6%
42.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
56.2%
50.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.5%
16.9%
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Availability of select dining options in De Kalb County 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 De Kalb County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
De Kalb County, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
55.8%
32.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
68.7%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
52.2%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.9%
23.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in De Kalb County 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 De Kalb County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
De Kalb County, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
76.7%
46.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
57%
34.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
55.8%
28.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
79.9%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
79.1%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
84.3%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
67.1%
40.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
64.3%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
68.3%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
77.9%
48%
Live performances
Live performances
77.9%
48.6%
Dances
Dances
49%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
43%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
76.3%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in De Kalb County

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Illinois memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in De Kalb County protect seniors.
Learn about Illinois memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Grand Victorian of Sycamore, Brookdale Northbrook and The Timbers of Shorewood are the top-rated memory care facilities near De Kalb County, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 272 memory care facilities near De Kalb County, Illinois. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in De Kalb County, Illinois are The Timbers of Shorewood, Brookdale Des Plaines and Cedar Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 272 memory care facilities near you in De Kalb County, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in De Kalb County, 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 De Kalb County, 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 De Kalb County, Illinois ranges from $850 to $42521. The average Memory Care cost in De Kalb County, Illinois is $5,616. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in De Kalb County, Illinois typically starts at $850. 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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