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Photo of Brookdale Orland Park
1111 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
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The staff has been amazing. It is clean and safe. We have a studio for my mom which is plenty big enough for her. The food looks to be very good however I have never personally eaten it.
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.
Care—On Your TermsWouldn’t it be nice to trade in a life of fear, worry and isolation for one full of comfortable accommodations, wonderful friends and personalized care designed to meet your exact needs? If so, our assisted and memory care community may just be the place for you. The seniors who...
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The staff is very caring and friendly. They understand her individual needs and have tried to tailor her day to day to fit her needs. The building is kept very clean and well kept. Overall she is very happy.
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.
You can trust that your loved one with Alzheimer's or dementia is in good hands at family-owned and operated Encore at Bolingbrook, Illinois, assisted living memory care. We focus exclusively on memory care, providing care that's based on the most up-to-date research, for our residents with...
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It's a good place overall, friendly, helpful. I'm talking about independent living. Apartments are pretty small. Rent increased 10% this year and some residents had to cut their meal plans to afford 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.
Bethlehem Woods Retirement Community offers 270 spacious independent living residences and 64 licensed assisted living apartments in a variety of floor plans. Independent living amenities include: restaurant-style dinner served daily, 24-hour staff and emergency call system, Wellness Clinic and...
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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.
Church Creek, ideal for seniors who value their independence and appreciate the good life, is an independent full-service community conveniently located next to Northwest Community Hospital. Our community features a comfortable lifestyle, superb amenities and the highest standards of hospitality...
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When we worked with [name removed] who was the director there we were able to get our questions answered. He even used to call me daily. Well the day before we moved [name removed] in to American House [name...
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.
Mount Prospect Senior Living offers a unique lifestyle that encourages our residents to maintain their independence with the comfort of knowing a team of caring associates is always available to them. Striving to offer services that address the minds, bodies and spirits of our residents, we offer...
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Full disclosure, my dad no longer lives there. He moved out on [date removed]. He got strong enough while living there to move back to assisted living at [name removed] in Deerfield. Dad worked really hard...
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.
Just a short drive from Chicago, Eden Vista Prospect Heights offers spacious accommodations, restaurant-style dining and activities to engage your interests and purpose. Life here means trading the chores, stress and isolation that often comes from living at home for a community full of...
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Room size is good and clean. We've had some communications issues with the staff in that they are not reaching out when they should. Some are nice and some seem pretty cranky. My mom said the food is...
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.
At Alto Wheaton, we see things differently. And it shows. We believe that quality senior living is an ideal balance of care and hospitality. At Alto Wheaton, moving here is moving forward. Our communities offer the best of both worlds in assisted living and memory care services – luxury...
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Everyone there is nice and caring. Although sometimes not all on the same page. Sometimes we get different answers from different people regarding my mother and how she is doing. The room is small but nice....
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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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.
At Burr Ridge Senior Living, we live by our core values of integrity, respect, leadership, personal growth, excellence, and stewardship.Our commitment to service and dedication to compassionate senior care can be felt throughout our community. From our empathetic staff to the many organized...
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The building is beautiful. Even the studio size was good. They had a great food selection. The building looked and smelled clean. The staff was friendly, competent, and consistent, with no use of contract...
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 over 35 years of experience in senior care, Sunrise Senior Living offers elegant environments, in which 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...
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Photo of Westbridge Assisted Living and Memory Care
88 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.2
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5 to all. We didn't have any complaints. Everyone was very supportive and friendly. They do affordable short-term respite stays for people who need a temporary option.
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.
Westbridge is located on the Wyndemere Retirement Community campus in Wheaton, IllinoisWestbridge residences offer a combination of gracious style and function that enables many to maintain their independence and enjoy life's simple pleasures. Our distinctive one-bedroom suites feature a...
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The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. Food is basic and good. It is an old place that needs some minor repairs but is kept very clean. Room size is good. I would definitely recommend them to others who...
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.
Celebrate Senior Living of Niles is a close-knit continuing care senior retirement community with independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing rehabilitation care. It is located in the Village of Niles, Cook County, Illinois, a peaceful suburb ten minutes from Chicago.As...
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There is so much stuff to do here. Everyone working here is very courteous and helpful. The other residents are friendly too. The 3 meals a day are great! They are balanced meals and they change every day
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.
EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE AT CONCORD PLACE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY We are so much more than a senior community. Concord Place Retirement Community is home. For over 25 years we have prided ourselves in creating a culture and atmosphere of comfort and love. To that end, we have focused our efforts...
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There are several care givers who are exceptional and provide excellent and genuine care. The administration is willing to chat any time about my concerns. There are times that they are short staffed 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.
The Inn at Willow Falls was designed with consideration for every facet of a secure and enriching senior lifestyle — from a choice of meticulously designed apartments to a complete program of supportive care and social services. Residents will delight in the beautiful grounds, the comfortable...
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What the facility lacks in modernization is more than made up for by staff care and friendliness. They are quick to communicate any health issues that occur, respond immediately to ensure resident safety,...
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.
Established in 1943 Jennings Terrace is a non-profit charitable organization dedicated to serving the needs of area senior citizens in a home-like setting. Jennings is a provider of affordable high quality services. Our services are responsive and flexible to meet current and changing demands. ...
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This is not a high skilled nursing facility, and the nursing staff are very limited on what they can do. The facility director [name removed] was excellent. She was very professional, courteous, attentive,...
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 Cottages of New Lenox is an assisted living and memory care community located in New Lenox, IL, in Will County. The community has been specially created to resemble the type of family home where most residents will have lived all of their lives, helping them to adapt to this next stage of...
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They were very comforting to my mother. The care was amazing. It was affordable. We would refer anyone the facility. I would highly recommend the facility. Very caring staff.
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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I love this place I just retired a month ago! I was scared at first not because of moving here just a new beginning ! The whole getting old and trusting people but I know for fact GOD sent me here!...
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.
Don't let our value prices fool you -- Autumn Green is a beautiful community!   Autumn Green at Midway Village offers full-service rental retirement living at a mid-range price for persons aged 62+ OR For-sale condominiums for persons aged 55+ in the adjacent Midway Village...
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The entire staff from front desk, management, nursing, cna, dining, hospitality, activity, physical therapy, etc. played a big part in her feeling welcome and enjoying daily living. The atmosphere is so...
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.
Surround yourself with FriendsLocated in the heart of Chicago’s near south suburbs, the new Prairie Green at Fay’s Point offers resort-style living at an affordable rate. Our community is licensed for Supportive Living, an innovative model designed by the State of Illinois to provide affordable...
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My mom has been at Bardwell since January. She was weak from hospitalization and rehab. The staff was very attentive in getting her into the daily meal schedule, helping her dress and transporting her in...
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.
Bardwell Residences is a senior living community in an incredible historic building. Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care round out this 99 apartment community. We embrace our history and are Senior Living, Reimagined. Scheduled to open 4/1/23 the entire building has been renovated...
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The food quality is high and presented well. The kitchen takes pride in the food. Then entire staff takes time to know the residents. One of the first things my husband noticed was how many people throughout...
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 of Oak Park is located in the heart of historic Oak Park, a western suburb of Chicago. Our senior living residents don't have to go far to enjoy all the 'Windy City' has to offer. Close to the facility are shops, galleries, places of worship, and RUSH Oak Park Hospital. And when...
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Overall, I'm generally happy with the community and the care provided. There have been some conflicting accounts at times between what I hear from my dad and what I'm told by the facility, which can make...
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 Franciscan Court is an assisted living community found in West Chicago, Illinois. West Chicago is an urban city and is found in Dupage County in Illinois State. The city was established on the first rail junction in the state of Illinois. There are lots of sights to see because in this City...
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The community is awesome in all areas but there is not much to do as walking or other activities. What really stood out to us was the security, the great food and the awesome people. It has a comfortable...
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.
Founded in 1904 offering a unique person centered approach to care Oak Crest provides the most intimate, individualized care available. Private spaces complimented with warm and welcoming common areas gives way to a style and character that can only be found in an elite setting. Staff members are...
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I want to thank [name removed]and [name removed]for all they doing to help [name removed]. The overall staff has gone above and beyond to make her feel at home i have not seen my sister happy in 6 years. I...
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.
Autumn Green at Wright Campus is a senior living community located in the vibrant metropolis of Chicago, Illinois. This iconic city offers some of the best amenities in the country. Glass towers, luxury boutiques and fine dining can be found amongst the busy downtown core. Visiting family members...
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Giving someone a 5 would be difficult but would give the an easy 4. Great facility, nice clean and spacious rooms, good food, great staff, tons of on-site activities, and in case it got to that point, memory...
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.
Heartis Orland Park is a luxurious senior living community offering you fun and engaging ways to continue a life well lived.The upscale services and amenities create a vibrant atmosphere with new experiences around every corner. Socialize with neighbors and visitors in the courtyards or theatre....
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Cost of memory care in Helmar, IL

The average cost of senior living in Helmar is $7,913 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Joliet, IL with an average of $6,983 per month.

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

Helmar, IL
$7,913/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

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

Memory Care
$7,913/mo

Memory care costs in Helmar, IL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,711/mo
Studio
$8,094/mo
1 Bedroom
$9,167/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,469/mo

Senior living costs in Helmar 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: Helmar, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHelmar, ILIllinoisU.S.
Memory Care$7,913/mo$7,681/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$6,613/mo$6,329/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$3,395/mo$3,342/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Helmar, IL:$7,913/mo
Illinois:$7,681/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Helmar, IL:$6,613/mo
Illinois:$6,329/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Helmar, IL:$3,395/mo
Illinois:$3,342/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Memory care costs in Helmar, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Helmar 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.

Helmar, ILIL stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Helmar, IL

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Helmar 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
Helmar, 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%
Helmar, 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 Helmar

Recent reviews for memory care in Helmar

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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Sunrise of Flossmoor

4.0
Outstanding care and kindness. In particular, the Reminiscence caregivers' care and compassion and love (yes, love) for my mother was beyond wonderful. It's hard to put into words. My mother was in Assisted Living for 4 years and Reminiscence for 6. Sunrise of Flossmoor was truly her home

Helmar review score based on 19,029 family reviews

8.7
Review score422 facilities19029 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 19029 reviews of 422 Helmar memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Helmar 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

Helmar review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Helmar, IL422 facilities
8.7
Aurora, IL422 facilities
8.7
Joliet, IL422 facilities

Review subcategories for Helmar 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 19,029 reviews of 422 Helmar memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Helmar 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.
Helmar, 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
4.2
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Helmar memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Helmar memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Helmar, 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 Helmar 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 Helmar that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Helmar, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
84.8%
56.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
70.8%
42.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.5%
75.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
95%
95.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
87.1%
63.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
45.2%
24.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.1%
81.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
71.2%
53.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
79%
65%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Helmar 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 Helmar Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Helmar, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
85.4%
65.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
76.4%
39.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
84.8%
61.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
36.4%
23.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Helmar 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 Helmar partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Helmar, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
59.7%
24.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
73.5%
38.7%
No sugar
No sugar
67.3%
35.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
65%
45.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
39.7%
19.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Helmar 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 Helmar communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Helmar, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
69%
27.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
74%
34.5%
Room service
Room service
58.4%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
36%
19.9%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Helmar 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 Helmar offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Helmar, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
80%
39.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
62.4%
28.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
59.3%
24.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
77.5%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
82%
44.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
86.6%
53.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
71.9%
34%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
72.6%
30.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
70.1%
31.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
79.9%
40.7%
Live performances
Live performances
80.8%
41%
Dances
Dances
55.2%
27.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
46.1%
19.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
76.6%
39.9%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for memory care in Helmar

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