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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Lester, IL
If your loved one needs memory care in Lester, A Place for Mom can help. With 47 memory care facilities in Lester, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Lester incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Lester memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Lester, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Vandalia, Centralia and Salem.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Vandalia, Centralia and Salem.
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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.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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I have lived at Evergreen Place for 8 years. They take good care of everyone. Dining services are very cheerful and caring. Food is good. They clean our rooms and do our laundry for use. They have a lot of...
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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.
Evergreen Place offers worry-free living, where independence thrives and compassionate care is always nearby. Our beautiful campus offers lovely supportive living options. We welcome you to learn more and visit our community of care, where friendships flourish and families find peace of mind....
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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.
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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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.
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.
Cost of memory care in Lester, IL
The average cost of senior living in Lester is $4,535 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include St. Peter, IL with an average of $3,947 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Lester, IL vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Lester vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Lester, IL by room type
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What families are saying about memory care in Lester
Recent reviews for memory care in Lester
Brookstone Estates of Olney
3.7
My father felt very isolated there as they did not have many activities he was interested in. He did not like the food but the personnel were friendly to him and helped him to meals and gave him his medications but otherwise he did not see them very often as he did not leave his room. He was 99 ...
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San Gabriel Memory Care in Highland, IL
5.0
The employees at San Gabriel Memory Care are educated and trained on dementia and how to care for this patient population. I like the fact that there are consistent caregivers and always someone nearby if you need help. They are consistent with their care and take the residents to the bathroom ...
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Cedarhurst of Breese
4.7
We would not be happier with Cedarhurst of Breese. they have been a blessing all the way around. Not only do they help our father who is a resident there but also our mother who comes to visit almost every single day.
Lester review score based on 72 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 72 reviews of 40 Lester memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Lester 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
Lester review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Lester 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 72 reviews of 40 Lester memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Lester 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.Lester, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.4
Friendliness
4.8
4.5
Care services
4.7
4.2
Staff
4.8
4.4
Meals & dining
4.3
4.0
Activities
4.3
4.0
Value for cost*
3.9
4.0
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Lester memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lester memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lester, 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 Lester 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 Lester 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
20%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
7.5%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.5%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
15%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.5%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
30%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
45%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Lester 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 Lester Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Lester, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
45%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
15%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
17.5%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lester 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 Lester 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
27.5%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.5%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
30%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.5%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Lester 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 Lester communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
15%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
20%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lester 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 Lester offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
27.5%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.5%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
47.5%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
22.5%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.5%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Glenwood Supportive Living of Greenville, Villas at St. James and Villas of Holly Brook Newton are the top-rated memory care facilities near Lester, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 47 memory care facilities near Lester, Illinois. See the full list.
The 47 memory care facilities near you in Lester, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Lester, 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 Lester, 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 Lester, Illinois ranges from $2225 to $8200. The average Memory Care cost in Lester, Illinois is $4,535. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Lester, Illinois typically starts at $2225. 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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