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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in De Kalb, IL

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Alzheimer’s care in De Kalb incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. De Kalb memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in De Kalb, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

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Photo of American House Oak Park
66 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
8.8
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There are more independent living residents than assisted living residents which gives the community a vibrant feel. Alcohol is permitted and even served. Residents are treated like adults. Very kind staff.
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.
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My main reason for the high marks is their openness and compassion when deciding if NP was a good fit for my mom. She had a history of mental illness and NP, unlike to other locations like Sunrise and Ciel,...
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.
New Perspective Long Grove is a vibrant community with plenty to offer. Residents can be found soaking up the sun on the spacious patio, enjoying made-from-scratch meals in our dining room, or meeting friends for coffee at the cafe. We believe older adults deserve to live joyfully, affordably,...
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33 Floor plans available
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I would give them a 5 in all categories. Great experience for us as well as our Mom. The apartment is beautiful. There is plenty of room for my nieces, nephew's great nieces and brothers and sisters to go...
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.
Beyond the hum of the city, where old-growth trees and acres of pristine forest stretch out under wide-open skies, you can find a place where residents pursue aspirational living each day. Alto Grayslake is a new kind of senior living community in the historic small town of Grayslake, Illinois....
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My dad is receiving excellent care at White Oaks. All of the staff - direct care workers to administration are all very caring and invested in all of their residents. The food is delicious- it is home cooked...
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.
White Oaks at McHenry opened in 2017 and is a Memory Care Community for the Older Adult. Our community program embraces experiences that offer a sense of purpose, love, and belonging throughout the different seasons of dementia. Through our person-centered planning, we focus on abilities rather...
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Great place they will work with you to see that you get what you would like for your family members care and welfare. plus the idea of an ER right around the corner is an added safety catch
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.
The living is easy here because the services are second to none!' HarborChase of Plainfield conveniently serves the assisted living and memory care needs of seniors and families in and around the Plainfield area. Our community is situated on 3.8 acres just 35 miles southwest of Chicago. The...
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I'm enjoying my new Lifestyle at Lisle Creek Estates. Great people. A lot to do. The people made my experience positive. I would highly recommend to others.
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.
Good Times, Good PeopleAre you ready to enjoy everything senior living has to offer? At our continuing care retirement community (CCRC) in Lisle, Illinois, you can enjoy a beautiful and inviting environment with spacious common rooms, a fun-filled events calendar with a multitude of...
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Staff seem very receptive to their residents. They call them by their names and check on them frequently The place is clean and thete is no odor. We enjoy the "garden" patio during nice weather days. We are...
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 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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The apartment's size and layout were the best we saw after touring about a dozen different units. It stood out for its spacious design and well-thought-out floor plan.
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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55 Floor plans available
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Overall, very pleased. Whenever any issues arise, they are very responsive. My aunt is getting very good care. The cleanliness of the facility and her room are great. She is in a 1 bedroom and is plenty big....
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.
Dedicated to Good LivingPathway to Living’s longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. Our Aspired Living of Westmont community is an extension of that promise. We are steadfast in our commitment to cultivate a genuine home for you or your loved...
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In general, assisted living helps your family member feel less lonely, less isolated, most of the time improves their diet and their quality of life. When you combine all these things together, their overall...
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.
Cedarhurst of Rockford in Rockford, Illinois provides truly person-directed care, taking the time to know and work with each resident as an individual and providing them with care that’s as unique as they are. In Assisted Living, our caring, compassionate staff, first-rate amenities, new...
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Photo of Sunrise of Willowbrook
1010 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.6
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Staff was very caring. Went above and beyond to help my aunt. One staff member would help my aunt choose an outfit for the day and help her get dressed. This is something she could have done with a bit of...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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My sister has been in memory care at the Landing since 2022. I am there 4 or 5 times a week and know the working of the facility very well. I am very happy with her care, and find the staff and the care...
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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The staff is great, just wish they had an online bill pay method and/or took credit card payments. It is very clean and the room size was perfect.
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.
Burr Oak Manor in Genoa City, WI is a 33 bed State Licensed Assisted Living Home with a very comfortable environment. We have a unique license to care for independent individuals as well as those requiring total care at an affordable cost. We provide escorted transportation to and from physician...
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We had a great experience with [name removed] who we met with to get the ball rolling, he was terrific. The staff have been great across the board, the people who work in the dining room are fantastic. The...
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.
Here you'll enjoy a spacious, park-like property with beautiful brick buildings. Walking paths meander through the landscape, leading you to a small, tranquil lake. The community feels warm and welcoming with areas that are alive with activity alongside quiet neighborhoods that provide serenity...
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The facility was unbelievably clean. When residents were down for meals, the staff would pop in and tidy up, clean up the room. The staff was professional, but friendly. Being a smaller facility, it made...
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.
Built in 1939, Sunnymere has now been providing a home for seniors with the best care for 83 years. Our Executive Director is an RN, and we have CNA's and Nursing Assistants on duty 24/7. We are a small community--35 residents is our max. Sunnymere is located in the southeast corner of Aurora...
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The help is very caring but there always short handed due to staffing issues. There food is excellent and good variety daily.
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.
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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The food is the best three meals provided per day. All home cooked and presentation outstanding. Room apt size is your choice small one room to larger living room small kitchen and bedroom. Overall perfect...
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.
Fairhaven's mission statement is to provide a comfortable lifestyle and exceptional care which enhances quality of life in a manner that glorifies God. Fairhaven is a faith-based, non-for-profit continuum of care, that offer maintenance free living through independent options and also...
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The staff and caregivers are so compassionate and thoughtful it has made a difficult time easier. Everyone takes time and shows genuine empathy to the families who live there. My parent enjoys the food and...
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.
You can trust that your loved one with Alzheimer's or dementia is in good hands at Encore at South Barrington memory care assisted living in South Barrington, Illinois. We focus exclusively on memory care, providing care that is based on the most up-to-date research, for our residents with...
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They were incredibly attentive to my mother. They had video in her room, and in her hallways, and I felt that was very important. I visited 3 units before I chose Waverley. Waverley always contacted me with...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
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.
Waverly Inn Memory Care Community, a Koelsch Community, and family owned since 1958 is located in the Village of Arlington Heights.Along with excellence in care, Waverly Inn Memory Care Community will offer full meals, vibrant mental and physical activities 7 days a week, scheduled social outings...
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My friend has been at Emerald Place since 2018 and I can honestly say she was lucky to be a resident. The people are kind, caring, attentive and patient. Communication is excellent. There are activities...
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.
Emerald Place is a purpose built memory care community for seniors in the Chicago area. We specialize in providing high quality care for seniors living with dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease, by offering a personal touch that makes every resident feel welcome and at ease. Our services and...
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We chose Cedarhurst of Woodstock because of the facility's close proximity to me and very clean facility and responsive staff. They have a really great activities director there. My uncle is very happy...
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.
Cedarhurst of Woodstock is a top-tier assisted senior living community located in Woodstock, Illinois. Our community offers a wide range of amenities and services, and compassionate staff provide individualized care plans to meet each resident's unique needs, including medication management and...
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Mom did not like how they did activities and they would not usually let her take an afternoon nap even though we requested it numerous times? Most staff very nice but they do not have enough. Caregivers also...
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.
Churchill Place is a unique memory care community dedicated to residents who are living with Alzheimer's and related dementia. Churchill Place is part of the Anthem Memory Care family of communities. The dedicated staff at Churchill Place provides a high level of personalized care as a part of...
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I know Melody is an older facility but I do feel that in some areas the carpet needs to be replaced. There's some molding coming up in the floor of my mom's apartment and her bathroom door is off the track....
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.
OPENING IN SPRING 2020!We’d love to show you what a Life in Harmony is like at Melody Living’s Lake in the Hills community by inviting you to schedule a private tour of our assisted living and memory support neighborhoods! Discover our commitment to care, warm and welcoming hospitality, explore...
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For memory care Maple Glen stands out to be the best in their category. The staffing team really cares for the residents. I see this when I can see how the team interacts with other residents not knowing...
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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Cedarhurst of McHenry is a beautiful facility with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The staff was friendly, helpful, and attentive to my mother’s needs. The nursing staff provided good care and...
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.
Cedarhurst of McHenry offers assisted living and memory care services, programs and amenities which allow residents to live the life they want to live.With spacious apartments, cozy community lounges, and areas designated for a variety of activities, Cedarhurst of McHenry offers each resident the...
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Cost of memory care in De Kalb, IL

The average cost of senior living in De Kalb is $8,084 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Oswego, IL with an average of $7,496 per month.

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

De Kalb, IL
$8,084/mo
U.S. national average
$7,121/mo

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

Memory Care
$8,084/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,874/mo
Studio
$8,342/mo
1 Bedroom
$9,253/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,110/mo

Senior living costs in De Kalb 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, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDe Kalb, ILIllinoisU.S.
Memory Care$8,084/mo$7,829/mo$7,121/mo
Assisted Living$6,704/mo$6,413/mo$5,909/mo
Independent Living$3,412/mo$3,360/mo$3,532/mo
Memory Care
De Kalb, IL:$8,084/mo
Illinois:$7,829/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
Assisted Living
De Kalb, IL:$6,704/mo
Illinois:$6,413/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Independent Living
De Kalb, IL:$3,412/mo
Illinois:$3,360/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
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Memory care costs in De Kalb, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in De Kalb 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, IL

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in De Kalb 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 average 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, IL$7,411/mo$7,127/mo+4.0%
Illinois$7,236/mo$6,979/mo+3.7%
National$6,685/mo$6,446/mo+3.7%
De Kalb, IL
2024 average cost:$7,411/mo
2023 average cost:$7,127/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$7,236/mo
2023 average cost:$6,979/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
National
2024 average cost:$6,685/mo
2023 average cost:$6,446/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
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What families are saying about memory care in De Kalb

Recent reviews for memory care in De Kalb

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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and caring staff. Many reviews express appreciation for the kind-hearted and attentive nature of the staff in various communities. Families at Aspen Woods of Vernon Hills, Encore Memory Care at Crystal Lake, and Anam Care/ Anam Glen share stories of how the staff went above and beyond to make their loved on ...
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Wide range of stimulating activities. Residents find joy in the diverse range of activities offered at senior living communities. For instance, at Terra Vista of Oakbrook Terrace, staff members organize activities like gardening, outings to museums, and regular fitness classes.
Thoughtfully decorated and clean living spaces. Reviews consistently highlight the importance of cleanliness and aesthetics in creating a comfortable living environment. At The Laurel at Vernon Hills, residents especially praise the bright and modern design of the memory care unit.
Consistent communication between staff and families. Clear and ongoing communication between staff and families is crucial for ensuring the emotional and physical well-being of residents. Communities like Encore at South Barrington and Aspen Woods of Vernon Hills are commended for their open and transparent approach.
Dietary accommodations and high-quality meals. Meals are an essential aspect of daily life at senior living communities, with many residents expressing satisfaction with the food and dietary accommodations provided. For instance, The Cottages of Fox Lake highlights the customized choices offered to residents and their families.
Secure and engaging memory care units. Memory care units provide a safe and stimulating environment for residents with Alzheimer's or other memory-related conditions. Residents at Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Elk Grove and The Landings Senior Living appreciate the sense of security and comfort these units off ...
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AI generated from the text of family reviews

De Kalb review score based on 19,168 family reviews

8.7
Review score417 facilities19168 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 19168 reviews of 417 De Kalb memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The De Kalb 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 review score compared against nearby cities

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De Kalb, IL417 facilities
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Aurora, IL415 facilities
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Oswego, IL417 facilities

Review subcategories for De Kalb 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 19,168 reviews of 417 De Kalb memory care communities. This chart helps you compare De Kalb 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, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
4.4
4.3
Staff
4.6
4.6
Meals & dining
4.3
4.2
Activities
4.4
4.3
Value for cost*
4.3
4.3
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

De Kalb memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in De Kalb memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in De Kalb, 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 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 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
85.2%
56.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
70.6%
42.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.6%
75.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
95.4%
95.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
87.2%
63.2%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
45.4%
24.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.5%
81.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
70.9%
53.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
79.1%
65.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in De Kalb 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 Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
De Kalb, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
85.8%
65.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
76.1%
39.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
84.9%
61.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
36.6%
23.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in De Kalb 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 partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
De Kalb, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
59.8%
24.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
73.5%
38.8%
No sugar
No sugar
67.4%
36%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
65.2%
45.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
40.6%
19.6%
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Availability of select dining options in De Kalb 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 communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
69.2%
27.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
74.9%
34.7%
Room service
Room service
58.9%
32.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
36.2%
19.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in De Kalb 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 offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
80%
39.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
62.5%
28.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
59.8%
25%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
77.2%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
82.1%
44.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
86.7%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
72.4%
34.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
72.7%
31%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
70.2%
31.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80%
40.8%
Live performances
Live performances
80.9%
41.1%
Dances
Dances
55%
27.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
46.4%
19.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
76.6%
40%
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State regulations for memory care in De Kalb

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 protect seniors.
Learn about Illinois memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Heritage Woods of DeKalb, Brookdale Des Plaines and Brookdale Glen Ellyn are the top-rated memory care facilities near De Kalb, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 268 memory care facilities near De Kalb, Illinois. See the full list.
Test shortCodes: 1. percentPetFriendly: 71% MAX(Cats allowed %, Dogs allowed %) from Databricks market_amenities. 2. percentDogsAllowed: 71% 3. percentCatsAllowed: 70% 4. percentMCStaffTraining: 76% – offer transportation for a fee. 5. percentTransportationComp: 65% – offer complimentary transportation. 6. percentRespite: 70% 7. percentDevotionalOnSite: 77% 8. LanguagesList: Spanish, Filipino, Polish, Italian, Russian, German, French, Croatian, Ukrainian, Arabic, Korean, Chinese, Mandarin, Armenian, Vietnamese, Romanian, American Sign Language, Farsi, Hungarian, Dutch, Norwegian, and Portuguese 9. top3PetFriendlyWithLinks: Brookdale Des Plaines, Brookdale Glen Ellyn, and Sedgebrook 10. Top3MultilingualWithLinks: Brookdale Des Plaines, Brookdale Glen Ellyn, and Sedgebrook 11. top3TransportWithLinks: Brookdale Des Plaines, Brookdale Glen Ellyn, and Sedgebrook 12. top3DevotionalWithLinks: Heritage Woods of DeKalb, Brookdale Des Plaines, and Brookdale Glen Ellyn
The best memory care facilities near you in De Kalb, Illinois are Brookdale Des Plaines, Brookdale Glen Ellyn and The Timbers of Shorewood. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 268 memory care facilities near you in De Kalb, 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, 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, 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, Illinois ranges from $$3,100 to $$15,775. The average Memory Care cost in De Kalb, Illinois is $8,084. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in De Kalb, Illinois typically starts at $$3,100. 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.
Test shortCodes: 1. percentPetFriendly: 71% MAX(Cats allowed %, Dogs allowed %) from Databricks market_amenities. 2. percentDogsAllowed: 71% 3. percentCatsAllowed: 70% 4. percentMCStaffTraining: 76% – offer transportation for a fee. 5. percentTransportationComp: 65% – offer complimentary transportation. 6. percentRespite: 70% 7. percentDevotionalOnSite: 77% 8. LanguagesList: Spanish, Filipino, Polish, Italian, Russian, German, French, Croatian, Ukrainian, Arabic, Korean, Chinese, Mandarin, Armenian, Vietnamese, Romanian, American Sign Language, Farsi, Hungarian, Dutch, Norwegian, and Portuguese 9. top3PetFriendlyWithLinks: Brookdale Des Plaines, Brookdale Glen Ellyn, and Sedgebrook 10. Top3MultilingualWithLinks: Brookdale Des Plaines, Brookdale Glen Ellyn, and Sedgebrook 11. top3TransportWithLinks: Brookdale Des Plaines, Brookdale Glen Ellyn, and Sedgebrook 12. top3DevotionalWithLinks: Heritage Woods of DeKalb, Brookdale Des Plaines, and Brookdale Glen Ellyn
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