Page 2 of 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. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative 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.
Lakeview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
MC
NH
Chicago (Lincoln Park)
178
Facility 178
IL AVG 87
Rank #30 / 307
No
98
Facility 98
IL AVG 50
Rank #3 / 357
42
Facility 42
IL AVG 13
Rank #10 / 139
A--19
75
Facility 75
IL AVG 7
Rank #223 / 225
3.9
Facility 3.9
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #197 / 225
15
Facility 15
IL AVG 3
Rank #249 / 250
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #1 / 250
-
St. Joseph Village of Chicago
MC
AL
NH
RC
SNF
Chicago (Belmont Gardens)
45
Facility 45
IL AVG 87
Rank #236 / 307
No
91
Facility 91
IL AVG 50
Rank #17 / 357
21
Facility 21
IL AVG 13
Rank #39 / 139
-Franciscan Communities, Inc7
23
Facility 23
IL AVG 7
Rank #199 / 225
3.3
Facility 3.3
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #183 / 225
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 3
Rank #148 / 250
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #66 / 250
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Sheridan at River Forest
MC
AL
River Forest
125
Facility 125
IL AVG 87
Rank #53 / 307
Yes
85
Facility 85
IL AVG 50
Rank #33 / 357
--Srf Opco Trs, LLC1
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 225
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #1 / 225
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 3
Rank #183 / 250
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #169 / 250
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Montgomery Place
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Chicago (East Hyde Park)
40
Facility 40
IL AVG 87
Rank #254 / 307
Yes
82
Facility 82
IL AVG 50
Rank #46 / 357
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 13
Rank #77 / 139
A+-8
35
Facility 35
IL AVG 7
Rank #213 / 225
4.4
Facility 4.4
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #209 / 225
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 3
Rank #100 / 250
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #1 / 250
1 Bed / 1 Bed
Sunrise of Flossmoor
MC
AL
HOS
Flossmoor (Sunny Crest)
63
Facility 63
IL AVG 87
Rank #180 / 307
Yes
53
Facility 53
IL AVG 50
Rank #159 / 357
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 13
Rank #77 / 139
-Sunrise Of Flossmoor Assisted Living, LLC3
7
Facility 7
IL AVG 7
Rank #148 / 225
2.3
Facility 2.3
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #151 / 225
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 3
Rank #100 / 250
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #169 / 250
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Colfax Manor Assisted Living
MC
ADC
AL
RC
Chicago (South Chicago)
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 87
Rank #307 / 307
No
71
Facility 71
IL AVG 50
Rank #67 / 357
--Cnec Employee Benefits & Comp Law Inc1
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 225
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #1 / 225
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 3
Rank #100 / 250
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #1 / 250
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Admiral at the Lake
MC
AL
CCRC
IL
NH
SNF
Chicago (Uptown)
56
Facility 56
IL AVG 87
Rank #205 / 307
No
90
Facility 90
IL AVG 50
Rank #20 / 357
-A+The Admiral At The Lake2
12
Facility 12
IL AVG 7
Rank #182 / 225
6.0
Facility 6.0
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #220 / 225
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 3
Rank #100 / 250
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #1 / 250
1 Bed / 2 Bed
Peterson Park Health Care Center
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Chicago (North Park)
196
Facility 196
IL AVG 87
Rank #23 / 307
No
74
Facility 74
IL AVG 50
Rank #60 / 357
45
Facility 45
IL AVG 13
Rank #7 / 139
--11
44
Facility 44
IL AVG 7
Rank #217 / 225
4.0
Facility 4.0
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #199 / 225
5
Facility 5
IL AVG 3
Rank #206 / 250
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #1 / 250
-
Terra Vista of Oakbrook Terrace
MC
AL
Oakbrook Terrace (Villa Park)
106
Facility 106
IL AVG 87
Rank #82 / 307
No
68
Facility 68
IL AVG 50
Rank #74 / 357
-AOakbrook Properties, LLC3
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 7
Rank #64 / 225
0.7
Facility 0.7
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #72 / 225
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 3
Rank #148 / 250
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #124 / 250
-
Elevate Care Windsor Park
MC
NH
SNF
Chicago (South Shore)
240
Facility 240
IL AVG 87
Rank #10 / 307
No
77
Facility 77
IL AVG 50
Rank #53 / 357
-A--18
84
Facility 84
IL AVG 7
Rank #224 / 225
4.7
Facility 4.7
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #213 / 225
6
Facility 6
IL AVG 3
Rank #224 / 250
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #1 / 250
Private / Shared Rooms

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 Lakeview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Lakeview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a nursing home and memory care community in Chicago, in the Lincoln Park neighborhood, with 178 beds. Nursing home care includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for a resident at risk of wandering. Memory care may be a good fit for someone living with dementia who needs a secured, supervised setting.

A Walk Score of 98 out of 100 places the area in a walker’s paradise, where daily errands do not require a car, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Total nurse staffing is 2 hours and 19 minutes per resident per day, representing that amount of daily hands-on nurse staffing time for each resident.

Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare covers short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence, while Medicaid acceptance matters when savings may not cover a long stay. Private pay means the resident or family pays directly.

Contact Lakeview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Overview of St. Joseph Village of Chicago

Delivering the highest quality of care, safety and comfort to seniors in Cook Chicago, IL, St. Joseph Village of Chicago is a distinguished senior living community that offers assisted living, skilled nursing, memory care, rehabilitation services and respite care. Rest comfortably in bright and spacious apartments in variations of studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans. Residents live as autonomously as possible with the support of personalized care services, 24-hour security, and an array of stimulating interactions.

At St. Joseph Village of Chicago, residents truly experience what joyful living is with a wide array of social, recreational and leisure activities inspired by the seven dimensions of wellness. Committed to delivering a dining experience that fosters resident health and well-being, the community provides a team of excellent chefs who use fresh local ingredients to create delicious, resident-inspired meals. Here, residents’ goals, dreams and desires are thoughtfully taken into consideration for every aspect of their care plan, ensuring that all of their needs are met accordingly.

Contact St. Joseph Village of Chicago

Overview of The Sheridan at River Forest

Burrowed in River Forest, IL, The Sheridan at River Forest is a vibrant senior living community that offers Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Short Term Care, making it an ideal place for seniors seeking a fulfilling lifestyle. The community features an array of studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, offering a comfortable residence. Residents can enjoy the charming local area and have access to tailored care that meets their individual needs, allowing them to embrace life with friends and exciting opportunities.

The community is designed for comfort and convenience, featuring a beauty and barber shop, fitness equipment, and an art center. Seniors can also enjoy planned social activities, a rehabilitation gym, and outdoor patio areas. With 24-hour emergency call response, dedicated maintenance, and accessible transportation, The Sheridan at River Forest ensures a hassle-free, engaging, and supportive environment for all residents.

Contact The Sheridan at River Forest

Montgomery Place

5550 S Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60637
Overview of Montgomery Place

For over thirty years, Montgomery Place is a retirement community and has been one of the best independent living communities in Chicago. Their vision has always been to prioritize each senior’s comfort and safety while they live an enriching life for the residents of independent living and assisted living services. The well-trained staff are encouraged to compassionately care for the residents so there would be an in-depth connection– to build memories, friendships, and experiences. Montgomery Place Retirement Community strives to provide connection within the community while encouraging an enriching quality of life.

Montgomery Place promotes a lifestyle that is stress free. Their list of amenities and services are built into the community so as to practice a vibrant social life; they have designed the features in the community that has reimagined retirement living. Their essential amenities and services included: 24-hour security, wellness programs, transportation, room service, and housekeeping with laundry– as they try to ensure that residents are able to live with easy accessibility. The facility has a lot more to offer that awaits endless possibilities.

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Overview of Sunrise of Flossmoor

Located on Governors Highway, Sunrise of Flossmoor is an assisted living community in Flossmoor, Illinois, that offers personal care. With accommodations for 63 residents in a two-story setting, it offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom suites. Situated in a suburban area with a Walk Score of 53, some nearby destinations are accessible on foot, while most errands require a short drive.

On the other hand, state inspections have identified areas requiring continued attention related to resident care practices, documentation, and staff training. Discussing how these findings have been addressed and learning about the community’s quality assurance processes can help families make a more informed decision.

However, publicly available information provides limited details about staffing, dining, amenities, daily activities, or specialized programs. As a result, families are encouraged to ask about care routines, meal services, recreational opportunities, and additional support available when touring the community.

Starting Price $3,982/Month

Contact Sunrise of Flossmoor

Colfax Manor Assisted Living

8200 S Colfax Ave, Chicago, IL 60617
Overview of Colfax Manor Assisted Living

Operated by Cnec Employee Benefits & Comp Law Inc, Colfax Manor Assisted Living is a small residential community on South Colfax Avenue in the South Shore neighborhood of Chicago. It’s a single-story facility with 4 beds, designed for occupants who value a close-knit, intimate living environment. Private and semi-private room options exist to give families flexibility in choosing their arrangement.

The location scores 71 for walkability. This means most daily errands, groceries, pharmacies, and local services can be done on foot without needing a car. The South Shore area has good transit access and is close to residential neighborhoods and essential services, which can make it convenient for families visiting regularly.

The facility operates under the Illinois Department of Public Health’s oversight and upholds a clean regulatory record. Its small scale and residential character make it a grounded choice for people seeking personalized, home-like care in a quiet Chicago neighborhood.

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Overview of Admiral at the Lake

Admiral at the Lake is a continuing care retirement community in Chicago, Illinois, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home and skilled nursing services. Having several care levels means a resident whose needs change over time may be able to move to a different level of care without leaving the community.

The range of care options may make Admiral at the Lake a good fit for someone planning for changing support needs. With 56 beds, it is a smaller setting where residents and staff can get to know one another.

Housing includes one bedroom and two bedroom residences. The two bedroom option may suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion, while Medicare and private pay provide two listed ways to cover care.

Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 57 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident. Rehabilitation services and short term rehab support people who need therapy during a temporary recovery period, and the on site pool provides another place for activity within the community.

A Walk Score of 90 makes the area a walker’s paradise, so daily errands do not require a car. A resident who no longer drives can still reach nearby destinations independently.

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Overview of Peterson Park Health Care Center

Peterson Park Health Care Center provides nursing home, memory care, palliative care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Chicago’s North Park neighborhood. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide residential care with nursing support, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Palliative care focuses on comfort for a person with serious illness, and respite care provides a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Short-term rehabilitation and rehabilitation services are available for residents recovering from an illness, injury, or hospital stay. The community has 196 beds, so more residents and staff share one setting than they would in a smaller community. Total nurse staffing is 2 hours and 48 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nurse time allocated to each resident.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families those payment routes for care. Transportation is available, and cultural programming and social leisure activities give residents ways to take part in organized activities. A Walk Score of 74 means the area is very walkable and most errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

With multiple care levels and respite care, Peterson Park Health Care Center may be a good fit for someone whose needs may change over time or whose usual caregiver needs short-term support.

Contact Peterson Park Health Care Center

Overview of Terra Vista of Oakbrook Terrace

Terra Vista of Oakbrook Terrace offers assisted living and memory care in Oakbrook Terrace, IL. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

The community has 106 beds and is operated by Oakbrook Properties. With a Walk Score of 68, the area is somewhat walkable, meaning some errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still be able to get out independently. The two care levels may be a good fit for someone whose needs grow over time, since moving between assisted living and memory care can happen without leaving the community.

Starting Price $10,500/Month

Contact Terra Vista of Oakbrook Terrace

Overview of Elevate Care Windsor Park

Conveniently nestled in Chicago, IL, Elevate Care Windsor Park offers a safe and convenient setting for those needing short-term rehabilitation and skilled nursing care. Residents here recover from their hospitalization, injury, or illness in spacious and welcoming accommodations tailored to their needs. An excellent care team is always available to assist residents and oversee their individualized care plans to guarantee the proper delivery of care.

The community is fully equipped to provide the services, therapies, and support residents need to successfully recover or maintain their functionality. With an all-around team of care professionals, residents here typically don’t have to move into another community for their needs. Here, everyone is met with genuine care that allows them to recover with ease.

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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