Best Memory Care in Chicago, IL

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 44 memory care providers in Chicago, IL using IL Dept. of Public Health (IDPH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in IL
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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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. 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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
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.
Smith Village
MC
AL
CCRC
IL
NH
SNF
Chicago (South Side)
82
Facility 82
IL AVG 87
Rank #125 / 307
Yes
71
Facility 71
IL AVG 50
Rank #67 / 357
18
Facility 18
IL AVG 13
Rank #49 / 139
A+The Washington And Jane Smith Community-Beverly10
25
Facility 25
IL AVG 7
Rank #202 / 225
2.5
Facility 2.5
IL AVG 1.8
Rank #163 / 225
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2
Rank #1 / 250
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #1 / 250
1 Bed / 2 Bed
Sunrise of Lincoln Park
MC
AL
HOS
Chicago (Lincoln Park)
60
Facility 60
IL AVG 87
Rank #187 / 307
Yes
97
Facility 97
IL AVG 50
Rank #4 / 357
45
Facility 45
IL AVG 13
Rank #7 / 139
A-Szr Lincoln Park Opco LC3
5
Facility 5
IL AVG 7
Rank #129 / 225
1.7
Facility 1.7
IL AVG 1.8
Rank #123 / 225
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 2
Rank #100 / 250
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #66 / 250
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Suite
The Sheridan at Oak Brook
MC
AL
IL
RC
Oak Brook
73
Facility 73
IL AVG 87
Rank #150 / 307
No
34
Facility 34
IL AVG 50
Rank #264 / 357
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 13
Rank #77 / 139
-Bmsh II Oakbrook Il, LLC2
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 7
Rank #101 / 225
2.0
Facility 2.0
IL AVG 1.8
Rank #130 / 225
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2
Rank #1 / 250
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #66 / 250
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Mercy Circle Senior Living
MC
AL
CCRC
IL
NH
SNF
Chicago (Mount Greenwood)
43
Facility 43
IL AVG 87
Rank #244 / 307
Yes
44
Facility 44
IL AVG 50
Rank #214 / 357
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 13
Rank #77 / 139
-Mercy Circle2
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 225
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 1.8
Rank #1 / 225
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2
Rank #1 / 250
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #66 / 250
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Amazing Grace Senior Living
MC
AL
Chicago (Norwood Park)
72
Facility 72
IL AVG 87
Rank #154 / 307
Yes
48
Facility 48
IL AVG 50
Rank #191 / 357
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 13
Rank #77 / 139
A+Amazing Grace Luxury Living, LLC3
5
Facility 5
IL AVG 7
Rank #129 / 225
1.7
Facility 1.7
IL AVG 1.8
Rank #123 / 225
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 2
Rank #100 / 250
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #124 / 250
Studio / 1 Bed
Aspired Living of La Grange
MC
AL
RC
La Grange
117
Facility 117
IL AVG 87
Rank #61 / 307
Yes
89
Facility 89
IL AVG 50
Rank #24 / 357
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 13
Rank #77 / 139
-Pathway La Grange Property Owner, LLC1
5
Facility 5
IL AVG 7
Rank #129 / 225
5.0
Facility 5.0
IL AVG 1.8
Rank #214 / 225
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 2
Rank #148 / 250
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #1 / 250
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Montclair Senior Living and Memory Care
MC
AL
Morton Grove
86
Facility 86
IL AVG 87
Rank #117 / 307
Yes
52
Facility 52
IL AVG 50
Rank #164 / 357
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 13
Rank #77 / 139
-Montclair Senior Living & Memory Care, LLC3
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 7
Rank #64 / 225
0.7
Facility 0.7
IL AVG 1.8
Rank #72 / 225
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2
Rank #1 / 250
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #124 / 250
Studio
Clarendale Six Corners
MC
AL
IL
RC
Chicago (Old Irving Park)
144
Facility 144
IL AVG 87
Rank #40 / 307
Yes
92
Facility 92
IL AVG 50
Rank #12 / 357
-C+Portage Park Operations, LLC1
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 225
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 1.8
Rank #1 / 225
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 2
Rank #183 / 250
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #1 / 250
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Artis Senior Living of Lakeview
MC
AL
Chicago (Lake View)
136
Facility 136
IL AVG 87
Rank #45 / 307
No
95
Facility 95
IL AVG 50
Rank #6 / 357
13
Facility 13
IL AVG 13
Rank #55 / 139
A+Artis Senior Living Of Lakeview, LLC5
17
Facility 17
IL AVG 7
Rank #190 / 225
3.4
Facility 3.4
IL AVG 1.8
Rank #188 / 225
6
Facility 6
IL AVG 2
Rank #224 / 250
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #1 / 250
-
Encore Village of Schaumburg
MC
AL
CCRC
IL
NH
SNF
Schaumburg
109
Facility 109
IL AVG 87
Rank #76 / 307
Yes
58
Facility 58
IL AVG 50
Rank #131 / 357
52
Facility 52
IL AVG 13
Rank #1 / 139
A+Il Ccrc, LLC31
122
Facility 122
IL AVG 7
Rank #225 / 225
3.9
Facility 3.9
IL AVG 1.8
Rank #197 / 225
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 2
Rank #183 / 250
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #169 / 250
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each memory care community is ranked against every other IL memory care community we track that reports that metric, not just the 44 analyzed for Chicago. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Smith Village

Enjoy a vibrant life with­out the demands and costs of home own­er­ship with Smith Village, a classic senior living community in Cook County, Chicago, IL, that offers care continuum with their independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing services. Make yourself at home in well-designed apartments with an array of one- or two-bedroom apartments to choose from–all fea­turing a kitch­enette, full bath­room with walk-in show­er, lots of clos­et space, and plen­ty of nat­ur­al light. Residents never have to lift a fin­ger with maintenance and housekeeping handled by the attentive team.

A licensed nurs­ing team is available on-site any time of the day to ensure residents’ needs are met immediately. The community provides compassionate care services, including assis­tance with activ­i­ties of dai­ly liv­ing, med­ica­tion administration, phys­i­cal, speech, occu­pa­tion­al and res­pi­ra­to­ry therapies, making sure residents have access to necessary care and support even as their needs evolve. A full cal­en­dar of recre­ation­al, social, cul­tur­al and edu­ca­tion­al programs foster social connection and lifelong learning opportunities, which help residents maintain their abilities while living a fulfilling life.

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Overview of Sunrise of Lincoln Park

Sunrise of Lincoln Park is a 60-unit assisted living and memory care community located at 2710 N Clark Street in Chicago, Illinois. The mid-rise building offers studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and suite layouts, including 46 permanent units and 14 apartments dedicated specifically to cognitive support.

Residents have access to restaurant-style dining, scheduled activities, and wellness programs alongside everyday housekeeping and laundry services. The pet-friendly property features common areas, theater rooms, and outdoor terraces. Situated in a highly desirable part of the city, the neighborhood boasts a walk score of 97. This ideal location allows visiting families and active residents to run daily errands and reach local shops entirely on foot.

Illinois Department of Public Health records show that the community maintains a stable licensing status. Recent state evaluations have focused primarily on administrative updates, such as emergency preparedness documentation, with all past findings promptly addressed through approved correction plans.

Prospective representatives interested in touring the community or discussing apartment availability can contact the Clark Street office.

Contact Sunrise of Lincoln Park

Overview of The Sheridan at Oak Brook

The Sheridan at Oak Brook offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Oak Brook, IL. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps a private apartment, while independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care.

Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care offers a short stay for a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover. Having several care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since care can change without leaving the community.

The home has 73 beds and is at 100% occupancy, meaning all beds are occupied. Housing options include studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom residences; a studio is a single private space, while a two bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. A Walk Score of 34 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride, including trips for a resident who no longer drives. BMSH II Oakbrook IL operates the community.

Starting Price $4,315/Month

Contact The Sheridan at Oak Brook

Overview of Mercy Circle Senior Living

Mercy Circle Senior Living offers independent living, assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing in Chicago, Illinois. Independent living provides private living with community services, while assisted living adds help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing and medication. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision, and skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

As a continuing care retirement community, Mercy Circle brings several care levels together. It may suit a resident whose needs grow over time and who could move between levels without leaving the community. The community has 43 beds, with studios, one bedroom apartments and two bedroom apartments; the two bedroom layout can work for a couple moving together or for someone who wants a companion.

Medicare and private pay are accepted. Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, while private pay means paying directly for care. Total nurse staffing is 4h 14m per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Rehabilitation services, including short term rehab, support residents during a temporary recovery period. Religious services are available, and pets are allowed, so a resident may keep a pet in the community. Mercy Circle operates in the Mount Greenwood neighborhood; with a Walk Score of 44 / 100, the area is car dependent, so most errands require a car or a ride.

Contact Mercy Circle Senior Living

Amazing Grace Senior Living

7432 W Talcott Ave, Chicago, IL 60631
Overview of Amazing Grace Senior Living

An upscale senior living community in Chicago, Amazing Grace is amazingly graced with fully equipped innovative technologies for seniors to have a modern and easy approach to residential living. Their virtual pharmacy kiosks, sweeping air ventilation systems, and antimicrobial cleaning technology are just a few of the revolutionary technologies Amazing Grace has to offer to improve quality of life.

Personalized care is offered for assisted living and memory care residents while they try to balance their lifestyle of wellness with life-enriching activities. Through their essential amenities such as theater room, game room, art studio; and services like medication management, beauty salon and barbershop, and fitness activities. At Amazing Grace Senior Living, services and amenities are designed to empower residents, enhance safety and security so that residents can enjoy retirement.

Contact Amazing Grace Senior Living

Overview of Aspired Living of La Grange

Tucked away in the serene neighborhood of La Grange, IL, Aspired Living of La Grange is a state-of-the-art senior living community that offers assisted living, memory care, and short-term care. Accommodations are purposefully designed to provide residents with utmost comfort and security, with a wide selection of floor plans to choose from, including studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. A dedicated care team is available 24/7 support and care, including assistance with daily living activities.

Giving residents more time to relax and enjoy the community’s wide range of delightful amenities, Aspired Living of La Grange offers various services, such as on-site maintenance, housekeeping, and laundry services. Residents experience a relaxed lifestyle with a variety of amenities, such as a well-curated library, fitness center, cozy bistro, massage suite, salon & spa, and refreshing outdoor courtyards with walking paths, gazebo, and gardens.

Starting Price $5,985/Month

Contact Aspired Living of La Grange

Overview of Montclair Senior Living and Memory Care

Montclair Senior Living and Memory Care provides assisted living and memory care in Morton Grove, Illinois. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident lives in a studio. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering.

The two care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, while respite care offers a short stay for a family caregiver who needs time away. The community has 86 beds and offers studio accommodations, giving each resident a single private living space.

Pets are allowed, which can help a resident continue living with a companion animal. Ronak Patel serves as the director. Residents can use landscaped gardens, courtyards, and other outdoor spaces for time outside.

Fine dining provides meals in an onsite dining setting, while wellness and fitness amenities support exercise or other wellness activities within the community. A Walk Score of 52 places the area in the somewhat walkable range, meaning some errands can be completed on foot while others may require transportation.

Montclair Senior Living and Memory Care may be a good fit for someone who needs memory care in a secured, supervised setting or for a resident who may later need a different level of support within the same community.

Starting Price $4,500/Month

Contact Montclair Senior Living and Memory Care

Clarendale Six Corners

4715 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60641
Overview of Clarendale Six Corners

Clarendale Six Corners offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Chicago’s Old Irving Park neighborhood. Independent living means a resident has a private home with community services but no daily care, while assisted living adds help with dressing, bathing, and medication without taking away the resident’s apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and respite care offers a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The community opened in 2026 and has 144 beds, with studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom residences. A studio suits one resident seeking a single living space, while a two bedroom can accommodate a couple moving together or a resident who wants a companion. Having several care levels under one roof may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, or a family caregiver who needs a short term arrangement.

Starting monthly prices are $3,800 for independent living, $4,195 for assisted living, and $4,800 for memory care. A Walk Score of 92 places the area in the walker’s paradise band, where daily errands do not require a car, so a resident who no longer drives can handle routine errands on foot. Pets are allowed, and the community offers the Health and Wellness Navigation program and the Heartfelt Connections Memory Care Program; it is operated by Portage Park Operations.

Starting Price $4,650/Month

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Overview of Artis Senior Living of Lakeview

Artis Senior Living of Lakeview offers assisted living and memory care in Chicago, Illinois. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing and medication, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. With its dementia focus and memory care setting, the community may be a good fit for someone living with dementia who needs secure, supervised support.

The community has 136 beds. Its starting price is $7,295 per month, giving families an initial monthly amount to include when budgeting for care. Located in the Lake View neighborhood, it has a Walk Score of 95, meaning the area is a walker’s paradise and daily errands do not require a car. A resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

Residents have access to a secure outdoor patio measuring more than 7,000 square feet, providing outdoor space within the community’s secured setting. More than eight daily enrichment programs offer scheduled activities each day. A licensed nurse is on site 24 hours a day. Nursing presence is available around the clock.

Starting Price $7,295/Month

Contact Artis Senior Living of Lakeview

Overview of Encore Village of Schaumburg

Encore Village of Schaumburg is a highly recognized retirement community in Schaumburg, IL, that offers independent living and assisted living. Here, older adults experience the best of their retirement, accompanied by its resort-style amenities. Well-balanced dining options, 24-hour care, and transportation services are among the high-quality services provided to improve residents’ quality of life. Alongside world-class amenities, personalized care plans are also provided to help residents live to their potential in retirement.

Cultural programs, educational activities, and social events provide residents with more opportunities to explore new interests and make friends. Pickleball courts, a dog park, and an on-site market are among the many amenities dedicated to residents’ leisure and wellness. Ideally situated near Olde Schaumburg Centre Park in the quiet residential area of Schaumburg, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. As one of the best choices for senior living in Illinois, this retirement community ensures older adults can thrive in their later years.

Contact Encore Village of Schaumburg

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Chicago, IL

What is the average cost of memory care in Chicago, IL?

The average monthly cost of memory care in Chicago, IL is approximately $5,500. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for memory care in Chicago, IL?

Memory care in Chicago, IL typically ranges from $4,500–$7,000 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in Chicago, IL?

Memory care communities in Chicago, IL typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Illinois?

Assisted living in Illinois supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

Does Illinois Medicaid cover memory care?

Illinois Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, but most states (including Illinois) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 44 memory care communities in Chicago, IL. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

Memory Care in Chicago at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 76/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Chicago, IL. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 113The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Chicago, IL. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90