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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Dorchester, IL
If your loved one needs memory care in Dorchester, A Place for Mom can help. With 211 memory care facilities in Dorchester, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Dorchester incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Dorchester memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Dorchester, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Leclaire and North Alton.
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8.9
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64 reviews
Perfect. My Mom was originally skeptical but came to feel safe and comfortable. Very homey. Well designed. Lots of light. Very efficient room layout.
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.
Autumn Gardens provides your loved one with a caring embrace in Creve Coeur. It is a faith-based nonprofit organization. Across all our communities, faith is a cornerstone of how we operate, which means everything we do is in service of our residents. Our assisted living community promotes...
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8.9
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66 reviews
My mom was only there for 12 days before she passed away but everything that you have listed were excellent. I'll never say a great value for the money because $[removed] a month is a lot but it's ...
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.
Sunrise of Webster Groves is an assisted living and memory care community in St. Louis, Missouri.
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8.9
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63 reviews
When it comes to the activities, my parent's really don't participate much in them. It is very costly and un- affordable for most seniors unfortunately. Based on the experience we have had, we would...
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.
Providing exceptional, loving and healing care to seniors. Our residents are invited to enjoy their days with friends and hobbies instead of filling them with everyday chores and hassles. Our vibrant, charming community offers privacy, comfort and safety with thoughtful amenities and a wide...
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8.8
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8 reviews
We are very happy with this community. Everyone is so friendly and welcoming. They know what they are doing and I’ve had a private nurse with my mom until recently and she said this was the nicest facility...
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.
Garden Villas South Luxury Retirement and Assisted Living Community continues the grand tradition of excellence established by the Delmar Gardens Family in 1965. Based in St. Louis and owned by the same local family for over 55 years, everything we do is founded upon a unique philosophy of love,...
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8.8
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68 reviews
Everything so far has been great. Great overall experience, perfect size place and not too fancy for mom's taste. Everything seems clean as far as I can tell. Staff is friendly to mom and the family. Mom...
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.
Southview Assisted Living is the premier senior living community in South County near St. Louis, Missouri. We offer, assisted living and Dementia / Memory Care . This newly built senior living community will begin welcoming residents in Summer 2012.We know how difficult change can be, especially...
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13 reviews
I toured St Paul's some time in the past and found it old and dark and I knew I wouldn't live there. I tagged along with my sister and brother-in-law. I was amazed at the transformation of St Paul's. ...
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.
Old-fashioned hospitality customized to your needs. St. Pauls offers independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, memory care, and rehabilitation care all located on one campus. We can meet a variety of needs for individuals and couples. St. Pauls functions as a continuum of care, if...
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8.7
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47 reviews
I really like the building and I thought the rooms were nice. I like the availability of the staff, but the staff is completely turned over.
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.
Welcome to Town and Country Senior Living, where compassionate care meets vibrant community living! Nestled in the heart of a charming neighborhood, our assisted living and memory care options offer a warm and welcoming environment for seniors seeking a supportive lifestyle.At Town and Country we...
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8.7
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87 reviews
My dad passed but he loved it there. It was home and they were his family. I never smelled urine, facility was clean. Staff was friendly and treated dad like family.
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're looking for an assisted living option other than the traditional nursing home, Sunrise on Chesterfield is a great choice. We offer a range of individualized assistance and care—from light support to care that addresses more complex needs—in a setting that feels like home.Guided by our...
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8.7
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89 reviews
I have recommended them. I tell them the food use to be better but I think kitchen turn over has effected that. But all in all my mom is very happy there.
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.
Cedarhurst of Tesson Heights provides independent and assisted living to seniors in St. Louis, Missouri at the corner of highway 270 ad Tesson Ferry Road. This community is nestled in a peaceful suburban neighborhood. The sturdy red brick building, quaint and charming common areas, along with a...
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8.7
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41 reviews
There's no cleaning schedule for residents rooms. Same debris, dust, bugs, (soiled latex gloves) are on floor, not picked up for months. Toilets have pink and black mold inside and outside. Tried engaging...
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.
Embrace FreedomWhat would you do if you woke up each morning in your own private retreat knowing the only thing you were responsible for was cultivating the retirement of your dreams? Here at our assisted living and memory care community in Ballwin, Missouri, you can make that your reality....
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8.6
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13 reviews
We've had a good experience and would recommend. We picked this community because of all types of beds available as we need them: rehab, memory care and Medicaid. Also close to hospital
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.
We at Villages of St. Peters Memory Care provide specialized care to our “Neighbors” with various forms of dementia and Alzheimer’s. Our state-of-the-art facility provides an open concept and inviting environment. Our neighborhood concept allows for 15 Neighbors to reside in a home-like...
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8.6
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30 reviews
I would say make several visits, during meal time, activity time, evening. Talk to residents and asked them how they feel about the facility. I felt administrators always took the time to talk to me. We were...
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.
You or your loved one will find a comfortable, homelike atmosphere at Charter Senior Living of Troy, a Charter Senior Living Community. Our residents are free from the cares of chores and other daily stresses. Our staff is available 24 hours a day to assist with your needs. Always preserving your...
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8.6
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39 reviews
The facility does always seem to be clean, but focusing on her room improvements could be made. We are happy with our choice but she does say the food could be better
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.
With 76 assisted living apartments and 24 residences equipped for memory care services, Cedarhurst of St. Charles is specifically designed with the best interests of our residents in mind. Individualized care plans are created for each individual based on his or her needs. That way the value of...
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8.6
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15 reviews
The staff and nurses at Cedarhurst on Old Jacksonville road are excellent. They are very caring and personalble. The community is very welcoming and relaxed. The facility is clean and well appointed. The...
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 Springfield is home to 52 assisted living apartments that have their own bathrooms and kitchenettes and 27 memory care apartments specifically designed to meet the needs of individuals living with Alzheimer’s and related memory loss. Cedarhurst of Springfield strives to be the best...
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8.6
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30 reviews
After touring a number of facilities we landed on Addington place. Cost and location were the key. Everyone was nice when we toured, we were told a lot of info about the place. Some true, some not. The...
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.
Let inviting design whisk you through Addington Place of Collinsville, where you’ll find lifestyles abundant in enrichment, fun, and friendship. The community’s residential location creates a peaceful environment with easy access to Collinsville’s conveniences and various attractions.Addington...
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8.6
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14 reviews
My mother was moved to The Grande from an Illinois memory care facility because she required care not available in Illinois. Sadly she was only there 2 months before passing. But in that time we were pleased...
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 Sheridan at Creve Coeur, residents pursue their passions within a lively, social atmosphere. They enjoy chef-prepared meals with friends in the elegant dining room, play games in the living rooms, get creative in the art studio, and exercise in the fitness center and physical therapy...
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8.5
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68 reviews
We chose Creve Couer Assisted Living mainly because of the price. [name removed] (the head of nursing care) is wonderful. Cleaning of rooms is not up to par and Medicine administration is inconsistent...
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.
Welcome to Creve Coeur Assisted Living, a socially active retirement community! Conveniently located near Olive and Highway 270, our community is within minutes of everything the city of Creve Coeur has to offer-seven parks, a golf course, more than a dozen churches, plus chic specialty stores,...
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8.5
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2 reviews
Timber Creek and the people that work there are fantastic! We picked thic community because, My mom's childhood friend was already living there. I'm ready to move in myself. I would recommend this community...
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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8.5
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2 reviews
We've had a very positive experience this past year. My dad seems to like the staff and the facility. They organize a lot of activities during the day so the residents are always busy. They also have...
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.
San Gabriel Memory Care is a family owned and operated assisted living community dedicated to serving the unique needs of adults with Alzheimer’s and other memory-related illnesses. Our approach is to assist residents on their individual “daily walks” by incorporating personally relevant...
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8.5
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6 reviews
We picked this community, because of the location (closer to children) was an important factor. More importantly, however, was their tiered system for different care levels which some other places did not...
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.
Eastland is owned and operated by the Moose family of Auburn Illinois. Eastland Retirement Community provides the best of both worlds – the independence residents want with the support they need.Eastland offers a clean and comfortable atmosphere with a caring and friendly staff. Our quiet,...
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8.5
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9 reviews
It was the Social Worker who decided that my mother cannot stay there anymore due to the doctor stating she needs more care and he wanted us to leave and take her out within one day and I told her no that we...
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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8.5
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26 reviews
Twin Oaks and their other facility are amazing! Even housekeeping is friendly and they don't cut corners. [Name removed], who gets you checked in, takes you on tours of the whole facility, answering any and...
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.
Twin Oaks Estate began as a vision, a vision of the way assisted living care should be. Commited, caring people, in a warm and welcoming environment, where seniors would receive superior assisted living care and opportunities for meaningful social interaction and recreation. Founded in 1981, our...
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8.5
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23 reviews
The outreach fellow is great The flower arranging is fun The Bingo lady makes it exciting The outings on the van were fun The kitchen area on the floors could always use a good cleaning My auntie doesn't...
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.
Experience elegant, boutique senior living at affordable rates. The charm of the Altenheim begins with its magnificent location on the banks of the scenic Mississippi. From the moment you walk in, you'll feel at home with the most delightful surroundings you could ask for in an independent,...
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8.4
Review score
30 reviews
Their staff is lovely and the facility is beautiful. It really is a great place. My only complaint is they need more residents- so please recommend.
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.
Perfectly nestled between Ladue, Frontenac and Clayton, MO, in Richmond Heights, Promenade Senior Living will offer an active and engaged lifestyle with just the right supportive care available when needed. Just a stone's throw from all of the exciting cultural, shopping & dining attractions St....
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8.3
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27 reviews
I would rate everything as excellent, especially the care my father-in-law receives every day. They take the time to learn the likes and dislikes of each resident. I never had to contact anyone else while...
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.
Thank you for your interest in Cedarhurst of Granite City!When it comes time for individuals and families to consider relocating to an independent or assisted living environment, the decision can be very emotional and challenging. You are not alone. Each day, more than 5,000 American families...
Cost of memory care in Dorchester, IL
The average cost of senior living in Dorchester is $4,907 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Carlinville, IL with an average of $3,825 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Dorchester, IL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Dorchester, IL vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Dorchester vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Dorchester, IL by room type
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Average cost of Memory Care in Dorchester over time
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What families are saying about memory care in Dorchester
Recent reviews for memory care in Dorchester
Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections Springfield
5.0
My dad has lived in the Villas of Hollybrook for almost a year. The administration and staff have been caring and attentive to his needs. We are very grateful for the precautions that have been taken regarding covid-19. They recognize the severity of the virus as well as the importance of ...
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Lutheran Senior Services At Breeze Park in St. Charles, MO
4.0
They are pretty good. It's very clean. The staff is pretty friendly. They have stuff going on for activities, but they told me they take them out at least once a week, they told us they had a bus with a lift, and they don't. They told us when she was there she would be able to eat in any of the ...
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Dorchester review score based on 677 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 677 reviews of 178 Dorchester memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Dorchester 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
Dorchester review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Dorchester 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 677 reviews of 178 Dorchester memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Dorchester 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.Dorchester, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.4
Meals & dining
4.0
4.0
Activities
3.9
4.0
Value for cost*
3.9
4.0
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Dorchester memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dorchester memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dorchester, 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 Dorchester 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 Dorchester 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
55.1%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40.4%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.4%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.4%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
65.2%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.1%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
44.9%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
61.2%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Dorchester 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 Dorchester 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
54.5%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
38.8%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
47.8%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.5%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dorchester 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 Dorchester 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
42.7%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.2%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
43.8%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.6%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.7%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Dorchester 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 Dorchester communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
33.7%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.2%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
43.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
31.5%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dorchester 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 Dorchester offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
54.5%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40.4%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.3%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.3%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
59.6%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.6%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.4%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.9%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.8%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.2%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
54.5%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
37.6%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38.2%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
52.8%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Glenwood Supportive Living of Greenville, Carriage Crossing Rochester and Clarendale of St. Peters are the top-rated memory care facilities near Dorchester, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 211 memory care facilities near Dorchester, Illinois. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Dorchester, Illinois are Carriage Crossing Rochester, Clarendale of St. Peters and Carriage Crossing Taylorville. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 211 memory care facilities near you in Dorchester, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Dorchester, Illinois, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
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The cost of memory care facilities in Dorchester, Illinois ranges from $1200 to $20000. The average Memory Care cost in Dorchester, Illinois is $4,907. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Dorchester, Illinois typically starts at $1200. 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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