Amber Glen Memory Care
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Urbana, IL

Amber Glen Memory Care

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Urbana, IL

Overview of Amber Glen Memory Care

Located in Urbana’s Highlands neighborhood in Illinois, Amber Glen Memory Care provides assisted living and specialized memory care services for older adults. The community is operated by Urbana Senior Housing I Propco, LLC, through the Sinceri Senior Living network. 38 studio residences are also offered within a two-story setting dedicated entirely to memory support, with monthly rates beginning at $7,240.

The care model emphasizes safety and personalized support for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Licensed nursing staff is available around the clock, and residents can access respite care, rehabilitation services, transportation, and wellness-focused activities. A secured environment with electronic monitoring helps support resident safety, while companion living arrangements offer opportunities for social connection.

Indoor amenities include welcoming lounges, family visiting areas, and activity rooms designed for both recreation and engagement. Residents and their families can also benefit from educational resources, support programs, referral services, and supervised community outings that encourage continued involvement beyond the community.

Meals and snacks are provided throughout the day to support nutrition and convenience. Healthcare services are available nearby, with McKinley Health Center located approximately two miles away. The area offers limited walkability, and pets are permitted, allowing older adults to continue living with their cherished companions.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 38 Rank #228 / 282Bed count — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 228th out of 282 assisted living communities we track in Illinois for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Illinois facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #185 / 367Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 185th out of 367 assisted living communities we track in Illinois for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Illinois facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living/Shared Housing Establishment
StatusActive
IssuanceAugust 31, 2025
ExpirationAugust 31, 2026 Expires in 2 days
CountyChampaign
License Number5104101

Ownership & Operating Entity

Amber Glen Memory Care is legally operated by Urbana Senior Housing I Propco, LLC.

Type Of Units

Alzheimer's Units
38 units
Total beds
38 units

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsElectronically monitored security system.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Activities
Cable Tv
Fireplace
Housekeeping
Outings
Specific ProgramsCompanion Living

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$7,240 per month

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Inspection History

In Illinois, the Department of Public Health, Office of Health Care Regulation conducts annual unannounced surveys to assess compliance with state and federal healthcare facility standards.

Since 2022 · 4 years of data These figures come from state-published inspection data.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.
15 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Illinois state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2022 vs. Illinois state average
Overall vs. IL average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityIL Averagevs. IL Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 155 This facility has had 200% more total inspections than the Illinois average (15 vs. IL avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 200% more

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio

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Building Type: Two-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Amber Glen Memory Care

Studio
Studio

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Address 2.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Urbana's city center to Amber Glen Memory Care's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Urbana

Info below is compiled from the IL Dept. of Public Health (IDPH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
Count of incident-based investigations (e.g. reported events) in the regulatory record for the reporting period.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Brookdale Urbana
AL
MC
Urbana (The Highlands)
93
Facility 93
IL AVG 67
Rank #57 / 282
Yes
47
Facility 47
IL AVG 48
Rank #185 / 367
--Emeritus Corporation6
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 3
Rank #210 / 269
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 2
Rank #187 / 269
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Amber Glen Memory Care
AL
MC
RC
Urbana (The Highlands)
38
Facility 38
IL AVG 67
Rank #228 / 282
Yes
47
Facility 47
IL AVG 48
Rank #185 / 367
--Urbana Senior Housing I Propco, LLC15
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 3
Rank #210 / 269
7
Facility 7
IL AVG 2
Rank #256 / 269
Studio
Prairie Winds of Urbana
AL
Urbana-Yes
46
Facility 46
IL AVG 48
Rank #189 / 367
20
Facility 20
IL AVG 14
Rank #43 / 141
A+----Studio / 1 Bed

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other IL assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 3 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Illinois

Amber Glen Memory Care is located in Urbana, Illinois.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Illinois.

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Community Care Program

Illinois CCP

Age 60+
General Illinois resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,215/month individual
Asset Limits $17,500 individual, excludes home, car
IL

High demand in urban areas; waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/day) Adult day services ($65/day) Emergency home response systems ($30/month)

Illinois Respite Program

IL Respite (via NFCSP)

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General Illinois resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
IL

Limited slots; urban/rural balance.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$65/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Supportive Living Program (SLP)

Illinois Medicaid Supportive Living Program

Age 65+ or 22-64 with disability
General Illinois resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs moderate assistance (not nursing home-level).
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT allowed.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).
IL

~200 SLP sites statewide; room/board not covered.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., bathing, mobility) Meals Housekeeping Medication management Respite (~240 hours/year)

Persons Who Are Elderly Waiver

Illinois Medicaid Elderly Waiver

Age 65+
General Illinois resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
IL

Part of HealthChoice Illinois; consumer-directed options available.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., dressing, eating) Homemaker Adult day care (~$60/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Home mods ($1,000 avg.)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Illinois Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Illinois resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
IL

Three tiers; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Illinois Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled
General Illinois resident, in approved facility, SSI recipient or low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month including SSI
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
IL

~$50-$500/month based on facility type.

Benefits
Cash (~$50-$500/month) for room/board in personal care homes or SLFs

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Illinois VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Illinois resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
IL

High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Frequently Asked Questions about Amber Glen Memory Care

What neighborhood is Amber Glen Memory Care in?

Amber Glen Memory Care is in the The Highlands neighborhood of Urbana.

Who is the owner of Amber Glen Memory Care?

Amber Glen Memory Care is legally operated by Urbana Senior Housing I Propco, LLC.

Is Amber Glen Memory Care in a walkable area?

Amber Glen Memory Care has a walk score of 47. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Amber Glen Memory Care?

According to IL state health department records, Amber Glen Memory Care's license number is 5104101.

When does Amber Glen Memory Care's license expire?

According to IL state health department records, Amber Glen Memory Care's license expires on August 31, 2026.

Are pets allowed at Amber Glen Memory Care?

Yes, Amber Glen Memory Care allows residents to bring their pets.

How many beds does Amber Glen Memory Care have?

Amber Glen Memory Care has 38 beds.

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