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6 Best Memory Care Facilities in Mc Girr, IL

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If your loved one needs memory care in Mc Girr, A Place for Mom can help. With 6 memory care facilities in Mc Girr, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Sycamore, DeKalb and Yorkville.
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Photo of Prairie Pointe Assisted Living and Memory Care
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We picked this community because of the smaller number of patients. They are living in one area, with everything included in this area: dining room, TV, activities, theater etc. I would say Staff and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
From personalized assisted senior living to day care services, we offer expansive services, inspirational programs and tasteful environments where seniors thrive. Prairie Pointe leads the way in meeting the changing needs of senior adults and their families. We are dedicated to providing world-...
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Photo of Grand Victorian of Sycamore
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77 Floor plans available
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Mom was busy from the time she left her apartment for breakfast until she returned after dinner. I FaceTimed my mom after dinner every day so I got to speak with the nurse on duty when mom received her...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Grand Victorian of Sycamore is located in the county seat of DeKalb County, an ideal community in the heart of some of America's most productive farmland. Tree-lined streets and stately 19th century architecture offer picturesque small-town surroundings and a comfortable lifestyle....
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Mom was doing well at Heritage Woods before her fall. She is hoping to return to the community once she is done with rehab. There are plenty of activities for the residents to enjoy. The food is good 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.
An inviting, beautiful assisted living community located in DeKalb, Illinois, Heritage Woods of DeKalb is a welcoming place to call home. Located conveniently off 1-88 and Highway 64, it is an ideal choice for those who want to be close to family and friends. We're located near Northern Illinois...
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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.
Welcome to San Gabriel Assisted Living, Rochelle, Ogle County, Illinois. San Gabriel continues the near 20-year Goldenoak tradition of providing outstanding assisted living services in an elegant, yet home-like environment. Our 46-unit apartment facility will offer the ideal senior living setting...
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We have had a great experience so far. I can tell that my mom is very happy and really thriving here. They encourage her to participate in activities and I really like that. I would definitely recommend to...
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.
Lincolnshire Place Lincolnshire Place is an assisted living community that specializes in the art of making seniors feel at home while providing expert dementia care in Sycamore, DeKalb County, Illinois. Located in northern Illinois, Sycamore is home to the Sycamore Pumpkin Festival, an annual...
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Cost of memory care in Mc Girr, IL

The average cost of senior living in Mc Girr is $5,861 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Paw Paw, IL with an average of $4,315 per month.

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

Mc Girr, IL
$5,861/mo
$5,345/mo
$4,789/mo

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

Mc Girr, IL
$5,861/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,861/mo

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

Studio
$4,387/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,034/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,495/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Mc Girr over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Mc Girr

Recent reviews for memory care in Mc Girr

Grand Victorian of Sycamore

4.6
They are SUPER accommodating. My father had only two challenges in his entire time there: when the nursing staff was short staffed (fixed but it did take some time), and showers were freezing (as in literally no hot or even warm water). I strongly recommend this place--but I also strongly ...
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Bickford of St. Charles in Saint Charles, IL

5.0
Overall they have done really well and the staff members are super friendly. Our loved one is on the memory care side so sometimes it is hard to get feedback regarding the activities, but it seems like they do have a lot - we see the activities coordinating working with the residents everyday. ...
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Heritage Woods of Yorkville

4.0
Quality of care got a low mark because there is almost no care provided. If you are pretty healthy and independent, this place is great. When my mom caught Covid from a resident who was sneezing and coughing at an event, she was told to stay in her room for a week. No one came to examine her, ...
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Mc Girr review score based on 35 family reviews

6.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 35 reviews of 5 Mc Girr memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Mc Girr 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

Mc Girr review score compared against nearby cities

6.6
Mc Girr, IL5 facilities
7.2
Waterman, IL7 facilities
7.2
Shabbona, IL8 facilities

Review subcategories for Mc Girr 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 35 reviews of 5 Mc Girr memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Mc Girr 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.
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Cleanliness
4.7
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.5
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
4.4
4.0
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Mc Girr memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mc Girr memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mc Girr, 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 Mc Girr 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 Mc Girr 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
60%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60%
48.8%
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
100%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
80%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Mc Girr 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 Mc Girr 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
60%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
40%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mc Girr 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 Mc Girr 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
40%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
50.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Mc Girr 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 Mc Girr communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
80%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
40%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mc Girr 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 Mc Girr offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
80%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
80%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
80%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
100%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
80%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
100%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
80%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
80%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
60%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
60%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
80%
46.8%
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There are 6 memory care facilities near Mc Girr, Illinois. See the full list.

The 6 memory care facilities near you in Mc Girr, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Mc Girr, 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 Mc Girr, Illinois ranges from $1036 to $28400. The average Memory Care cost in Mc Girr, Illinois is $5,861. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Mc Girr, Illinois typically starts at $1036. 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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