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7 Best Memory Care Facilities in Effingham, IL

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If your loved one needs memory care in Effingham, A Place for Mom can help. With 7 memory care facilities in Effingham, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Shelbyville, Paradise and Loogootee.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Shelbyville, Paradise and Loogootee.

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Photo of Villas of Holly Brook Effingham
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[names removed] and the rest of the staff went out of their way to make my aunts stay success. We were a team and I appreciate that!
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.
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Photo of The Glenwood Assisted Living of Effingham
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The Glenwood has provided exceptional care for my mother. Who has lived there for the past year. The staff are all caring and respectful of the residents. They put a effort into providing daily varied and...
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.
At The Glenwood, we believe in providing a warm and compassionate home for seniors, where their well-being, comfort, and happiness are our top priorities. Nestled in the picturesque surroundings of Effingham, our assisted living community offers a perfect blend of modern amenities and a...
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Photo of Brookstone Estates of Effingham
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Having my loved one at Brookstone gives me peace of mind knowing that they care cared for around the clock in a setting that is non institutional. Nursing staff monitor his medications and assist in...
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.
Brookstone Estates of Effingham! Where Senios Living is Perfected! With Studio, 1 and 2 bedroom options at this location we have something for everyone. Recently remodeled in the spring of 2014, Brookstone Estates of Effingham provides Independent Living and Supportive Living to the people of...
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My loved one seems to be really enjoying his dinning experience and the tasty meals they provide at this community. His studio apartment is always kept spotless as well as the rest of building. All of the...
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.
All Brookstone independent living communities are modern, attractive and impeccably maintained, offering gracious ambiance while meeting the unique needs of each individual resident. The facilities offer a full range of services and amenities for a single, all-inclusive, yet affordable price....
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Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Cost of memory care in Effingham, IL

The average cost of senior living in Effingham is $4,190 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Iola, IL with an average of $3,962 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Effingham, IL vs. nearby cities

Effingham, IL
$4,190/mo
$4,117/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Effingham, IL vs. the state and national average

Effingham, IL
$4,190/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Effingham vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$4,190/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Effingham, IL by room type

Studio
$4,023/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,177/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,259/mo

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What families are saying about memory care in Effingham

Recent reviews for memory care in Effingham

The Glenwood Assisted Living of Effingham

3.8
There was a full staff when I came. Soon the "newest" staff began showing a well oiled "machined," But shortly after... We lost and contacted people in the community, lost staff, residents coming in, directors coming and leaving. The quality of directors, food services, resident assistants, ...
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Villas of Holly Brook Shelbyville

5.0
The Villas of Holly Brook has proved to be a wonderful facility for my mother. Great amenities, food and activities. Well-designed apartments. The staff is excellent-caring and attentive. I highly recommend this facility.

Villas of Holly Brook Effingham

4.4
Staff and facility worked with us to aide in a smooth transition for our mom from a rehab center to assisted living. This made a difficult change much easier. The staff aided us with suggestion to ease the transition.

Effingham memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Effingham memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Effingham, 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 Effingham 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 Effingham that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Effingham, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
20%
66.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80%
72.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Effingham 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 Effingham Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Effingham, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60%
75.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Effingham 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 Effingham partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Effingham, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
50.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Effingham 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 Effingham communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Effingham, ILNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
20%
37%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Effingham 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 Effingham offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Effingham, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
20%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
80%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
39.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
80%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
40%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
80%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 7 memory care facilities near Effingham, Illinois. See the full list.

The 7 memory care facilities near you in Effingham, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Effingham, 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 Effingham, 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 Effingham, Illinois ranges from $1600 to $8500. The average Memory Care cost in Effingham, Illinois is $4,190. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Effingham, Illinois typically starts at $1600. 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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