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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Merrimac, IL
If your loved one needs memory care in Merrimac, A Place for Mom can help. With 18 memory care facilities in Merrimac, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Merrimac incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Merrimac memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Merrimac, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Cahokia, Newport and Vulcan.
You may also consider nearby communities such as St. Louis, Belleville and Chesterfield.
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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
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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.
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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I would recommend Cedarhurst of Arnold to others. The aide is only the push of a pendant button away. And the response is great. They will come and help you with anything that you need, at that moment.
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.
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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.
If you are a resident of the St. Louis metropolitan area, then you may need to be aware of the services that Avalon Memory Care can provide for you or a loved one. This community provides support for dementia-related illness for you and your loved one within this appealing urban setting.The staff...
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We are obviously overall very happy. It was a very good fit for her. Luckily she has a fridge we bring food that she likes so she doesn't have to deal with the dining room. Sometimes they were short staffed...
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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In Meadowview Memory Care they have a friendly environment and caring staff. Nice layout for the residents to be out in the great room to dine together, watch TV or participate in the afternoon activity...
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.
Meadowview Assisted Living offers private suites surrounding an open floor-plan living area, featuring a large flat-screen TV along with a fireplace and an open view of our gourmet kitchen area. There is a large, screened-in porch with ceiling heaters and fans, for three season comfort.
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They have been great to her, very pleased overall. The food is great, they take good care of her and alert us with any concerns or issues. Communication is absolutely fantastic, they relay over any...
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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My father and sister have both been to Nazareth. I cannot thank them enough for their compassion and care. [name removed] in admissions went over and above in helping us deal with the financial end and [name...
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.
Nazareth Living Center provides assisted living for seniors in St. Louis, Missouri. The community is situated in a tranquil neighborhood in the South County region of the St. Louis suburbs, just a few minutes from the junction of highways 55, 255 and 270. The surrounding neighborhood features...
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The best thing about it is the care staff. They are exceptional, I couldn't ask for more. It's a sweet place with really good people. It's not showy, no big pools or fancy happy hours, but you can tell they...
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.
Garden Place specializes in providing individual services to it's clients. There is no age restriction for apartments any of our communities. We also offer short term and respite stays. The services provided by Garden Place are not medical. The service that can be provided in apartments include...
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My dad has been here for 6 months, he is very happy here... He has Dementia/Alzheimer's, it was a hard decision to make when we realized he couldn't live home alone any longer. Reflections made this...
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.
Reflections of Garden Place provides seniors with a caring assisted living community in Columbia, Monroe County, Illinois. This community offers memory care to those seniors who are looking for support. The city of Columbia offers a peaceful location for residents to call home, and guests will...
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I love this place Garden Place in Waterloo. It is a fantastic place and everyone here loves it also. I have made many friends and participate in most of their activities like the bounce ball exercises,...
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.
Garden Place specializes in providing individual services to it's clients. There is no age restriction for apartments any of our communities. The services provided by Garden Place are not medical. The service that can be provided in apartments include but are not limited to: Light Housekeeping...
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My mother was living in her own home alone. She unfortunately experienced many falls in the middle of the night. It was time for her to be in a safer environment. I feel a peace knowing she is at Pine...
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.
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.
Bethesda Southgate, known by residents of South St. Louis County for its quality skilled nursing care, recently received Accreditation by the Joint Commission of Healthcare organizations, an independent, not-for-profit national body that overseas the safety and quality of health care.Bethesda...
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 Bridges of Columbia offers the perfect mix of privacy,independance and community for people ready to live a more carefree lifestyle. With a comprehensive list of services and ammenities that are included in your monthly rent, we take the headaches of home ownership away so you can focus on...
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.
Autumn Ridge offers two levels of occupancy, residential care and retirement living. We are convieniently located just off the freeway in Herculaneum.Autumn Ridge offers and tranquil and gracious lifestyle; we are just minutes away from restaurants, pharmacies, grocers and shopping centers. Our...
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Cost of memory care in Merrimac, IL
The average cost of senior living in Merrimac is $5,057 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Prairie du Rocher, IL with an average of $3,933 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Merrimac, IL vs. nearby cities
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What families are saying about memory care in Merrimac
Recent reviews for memory care in Merrimac
Autumn View Gardens, Assisted Living and Memory Care in Ellisville, MO
4.7
My wife is very happy here. The staff is always very friendly and caring to the residents and the family - I know it can be a hard job so I really appreciate them. I have been here for meal times and the food looks to be good. I would absolutely recommend Autumn View Gardens to others. ...
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Southview Assisted Living and Memory Care in Affton, MO
4.8
the staff is very concerned and do a great job caring for the residences.
The rooms are nice sized we were happy with them, my dad thinks the food is good.
I would definitely recommend this community to other
Merrimac review score based on 44 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 44 reviews of 17 Merrimac memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Merrimac 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
Merrimac review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Merrimac 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 44 reviews of 17 Merrimac memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Merrimac 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.Merrimac, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
3.8
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.0
Value for cost*
4.0
4.0
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Merrimac memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Merrimac memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Merrimac, 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 Merrimac 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 Merrimac that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Merrimac, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
35.3%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
35.3%
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
58.8%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
41.2%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
52.9%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
70.6%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Merrimac 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 Merrimac Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Merrimac, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
35.3%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
11.8%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
35.3%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
5.9%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Merrimac 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 Merrimac partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Merrimac, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.6%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.4%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
23.5%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.5%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.9%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Merrimac 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 Merrimac communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Merrimac, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.8%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
17.6%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
23.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.8%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Merrimac 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 Merrimac offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Merrimac, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
23.5%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.8%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.8%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.8%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.2%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.9%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.5%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
17.6%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.8%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.5%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
23.5%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
5.9%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.8%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
23.5%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Charter Senior Living of Shiloh, Allegro Richmond Heights and Chesterfield Villas are the top-rated memory care facilities near Merrimac, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 18 memory care facilities near Merrimac, Illinois. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Merrimac, Illinois are The Plaza at Wildwood Senior Living and Sunrise of Webster Groves. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 18 memory care facilities near you in Merrimac, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Merrimac, 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 Merrimac, 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 Merrimac, Illinois ranges from $1101 to $20000. The average Memory Care cost in Merrimac, Illinois is $5,057. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Merrimac, Illinois typically starts at $1101. 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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