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Best Memory Care in Illinois

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 354 memory care communities in Illinois using Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in IL
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Jun 2026
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354 homes
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Avg Walk Score: 51/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Illinois. 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: 86The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Illinois. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Memory Care around Illinois

The information below is reported by the Illinois Department of Public Health, Office of Health Care Regulation.

Sunrise of Schaumburg
MC
AL
HC
Schaumburg
82
Facility 82
IL AVG 86
Rank #171 / 426
Yes
52
Facility 52
IL AVG 51
Rank #310 / 648
25
Facility 25
IL AVG 20
Rank #50 / 145
A+Sunrise Schaumburg Assisted Living, LLC6
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 308
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 308
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 1.8
Rank #1 / 308
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #257 / 308
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Sunrise of Naperville
MC
AL
HC
Naperville (Naperville Park District)
76
Facility 76
IL AVG 86
Rank #195 / 426
Yes
33
Facility 33
IL AVG 51
Rank #470 / 648
45
Facility 45
IL AVG 20
Rank #9 / 145
A-Al I/Naperville Senior Housing Opco, LLC12
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 7
Rank #168 / 308
0.3
Facility 0.3
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #139 / 308
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 1.8
Rank #185 / 308
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #207 / 308
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Brookdale Vernon Hills
MC
AL
IL
NH
Vernon Hills (North Milwaukee Avenue)
90
Facility 90
IL AVG 86
Rank #151 / 426
Yes
25
Facility 25
IL AVG 51
Rank #529 / 648
48
Facility 48
IL AVG 20
Rank #2 / 145
A+S-H Opco Park At Vernon Hills, LLC10
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 7
Rank #168 / 308
0.4
Facility 0.4
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #139 / 308
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 1.8
Rank #95 / 308
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #139 / 308
Studio / 1 Bed
GreenFields of Geneva
MC
AL
IL
NH
Geneva
77
Facility 77
IL AVG 86
Rank #193 / 426
Yes
6
Facility 6
IL AVG 51
Rank #610 / 648
14
Facility 14
IL AVG 20
Rank #93 / 145
A+Nfp Friendship Village Of Mill Creek9
24
Facility 24
IL AVG 7
Rank #282 / 308
2.7
Facility 2.7
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #292 / 308
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 1.8
Rank #185 / 308
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #1 / 308
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Brookdale Orland Park
MC
AL
Orland Park (Orland Township)
104
Facility 104
IL AVG 86
Rank #118 / 426
Yes
47
Facility 47
IL AVG 51
Rank #356 / 648
48
Facility 48
IL AVG 20
Rank #2 / 145
A+Emeritus Corporation12
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 7
Rank #99 / 308
0.1
Facility 0.1
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #99 / 308
6
Facility 6
IL AVG 1.8
Rank #261 / 308
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #139 / 308
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
Clarendale of Algonquin
MC
AL
IL
RC
Algonquin (West Algonquin Road)
110
Facility 110
IL AVG 86
Rank #101 / 426
No
49
Facility 49
IL AVG 51
Rank #344 / 648
11
Facility 11
IL AVG 20
Rank #101 / 145
A+Algonquin Operations LLC8
7
Facility 7
IL AVG 7
Rank #221 / 308
0.9
Facility 0.9
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #215 / 308
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 1.8
Rank #1 / 308
5
Facility 5
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #257 / 308
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Encore Village of Schaumburg
MC
AL
IL
NH
Schaumburg
109
Facility 109
IL AVG 86
Rank #108 / 426
Yes
58
Facility 58
IL AVG 51
Rank #253 / 648
52
Facility 52
IL AVG 20
Rank #1 / 145
A+Il Ccrc, LLC11
122
Facility 122
IL AVG 7
Rank #308 / 308
11.1
Facility 11.1
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #229 / 308
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 1.8
Rank #307 / 308
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #307 / 308
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Brighton Gardens of St. Charles
MC
AL
RC
St. Charles (Surrey Woods)
104
Facility 104
IL AVG 86
Rank #118 / 426
Yes
66
Facility 66
IL AVG 51
Rank #187 / 648
18
Facility 18
IL AVG 20
Rank #75 / 145
A+Sjv 1 St. Charles Opco LLC14
5
Facility 5
IL AVG 7
Rank #200 / 308
0.4
Facility 0.4
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #139 / 308
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 1.8
Rank #185 / 308
6
Facility 6
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #292 / 308
1 Bed
Sunrise of Park Ridge
MC
AL
HC
Park Ridge (Ballard Road)
110
Facility 110
IL AVG 86
Rank #101 / 426
Yes
73
Facility 73
IL AVG 51
Rank #142 / 648
27
Facility 27
IL AVG 20
Rank #37 / 145
A+Karrington Of Park Ridge Opco, LLC8
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 7
Rank #152 / 308
0.4
Facility 0.4
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #139 / 308
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 1.8
Rank #185 / 308
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #139 / 308
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Trustwell Living Cherryvale Place
MC
AL
RC
Rockford (Cherry Valley)
98
Facility 98
IL AVG 86
Rank #129 / 426
No
30
Facility 30
IL AVG 51
Rank #495 / 648
9
Facility 9
IL AVG 20
Rank #108 / 145
A+Rockford Al/Mc, LLC8
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 308
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 308
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 1.8
Rank #1 / 308
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #139 / 308
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Harvester Place
MC
Burr Ridge
66
Facility 66
IL AVG 86
Rank #222 / 426
No
37
Facility 37
IL AVG 51
Rank #440 / 648
11
Facility 11
IL AVG 20
Rank #101 / 145
A+Anthem Burr Ridge Mangement, LLC13
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 7
Rank #99 / 308
0.1
Facility 0.1
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #99 / 308
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.8
Rank #95 / 308
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #257 / 308
1 Bed / 2 Bed / Suite
Brighton Gardens of Wheaton
MC
AL
Wheaton
116
Facility 116
IL AVG 86
Rank #90 / 426
Yes
59
Facility 59
IL AVG 51
Rank #247 / 648
27
Facility 27
IL AVG 20
Rank #37 / 145
A+Sjv 1 Wheaton Opco LLC14
12
Facility 12
IL AVG 7
Rank #261 / 308
0.9
Facility 0.9
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #199 / 308
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 1.8
Rank #185 / 308
6
Facility 6
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #292 / 308
Studio / 1 Bed
Church Creek
MC
AL
IL
RC
Arlington Heights
69
Facility 69
IL AVG 86
Rank #217 / 426
Yes
40
Facility 40
IL AVG 51
Rank #418 / 648
28
Facility 28
IL AVG 20
Rank #33 / 145
A+Sptmrt Properties Trust5
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 7
Rank #168 / 308
0.8
Facility 0.8
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #199 / 308
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 1.8
Rank #1 / 308
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #139 / 308
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
New Perspective Senior Living | Long Grove
MC
AL
Long Grove
104
Facility 104
IL AVG 86
Rank #118 / 426
No
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 51
Rank #634 / 648
18
Facility 18
IL AVG 20
Rank #75 / 145
A+Well Npsl Tenant LLC7
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 7
Rank #168 / 308
0.6
Facility 0.6
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #177 / 308
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.8
Rank #1 / 308
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #139 / 308
Studio / 1 Bed
The Carrington at Lincolnwood
MC
AL
IL
Lincolnwood (Northeast Parkway)
132
Facility 132
IL AVG 86
Rank #68 / 426
Yes
58
Facility 58
IL AVG 51
Rank #253 / 648
8
Facility 8
IL AVG 20
Rank #113 / 145
A+The Carrington At Lincolnwood LLC11
11
Facility 11
IL AVG 7
Rank #258 / 308
1.0
Facility 1.0
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #215 / 308
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 1.8
Rank #95 / 308
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #207 / 308
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
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Overview of Sunrise at Fountain Square

Sunrise at Fountain Square is a senior living community conveniently located in Lombard, IL, offering a variety of senior living options and services, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, short-term stays, terrace club, and hospice coordination. The community, which is renowned for providing excellent care, has been named Best Assisted Living by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Senior Living rankings for 2024, guaranteeing that residents get outstanding care and assistance.

Sunrise at Fountain Square is committed to making its residents’ lives better by providing a maintenance-free living full of interesting events and delectable food. The community offers numerous amenities, such as activity rooms, weekly housekeeping, scheduled transportation, cafe, pet-friendly surroundings, 24-hour trained staff, and monthly wellness visits, and a family engagement app. Residents also benefit from Wi-Fi access and the innovative Sunrise CareConnect system, ensuring coordinated and personalized care.

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Overview of Sunrise of Schaumburg

Explore phenomenal senior living at Sunrise of Schaumburg, located in the serene neighborhood of Schaumburg, ML, where services such as independent living, assisted living, and memory care are available. Committed to delivering a fun and hassle-free lifestyle, the community features a devoted team that works round-the-clock to point residents toward a meaningful and joyful life. In terms of memory care, those with Alzheimer’s and dementia are designed to receive personalized and quality care.

Meet new companions and enjoy activities that produce feelings of laughter and cheer through different life-encompassing opportunities and programs, including activity rooms and social areas, a pet-friendly community, and snacks throughout the day. Sunrise of Schaumburg is ideal for residents who aim to have fun-filled memories. The community was also recognized as Best Assisted Living by US News and World Report for 2024 for its exceptional quality.

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Overview of Sunrise of Bloomingdale

Refresh with the blissful senior living community of Sunrise of Bloomingdale based in East Lake Street, Bloomingdale, IL, offering assisted living, memory care, short-term stay, and hospice coordination. With seniors’ comfort and safety in mind, the community provides cozy and spacious accommodations. Experience a maintenance-free lifestyle with a respectful and dedicated team tending to housekeeping and other mundane activities.

The community is committed to enhancing seniors’ quality of life, conducting a wide array of fun-filled activities and learning programs. Join your peers and enjoy meaningful conversations over meals catered to their dietary preferences. Sunrise of Bloomingdale is an ideal place to live your golden years in comfort with its ethereal campus surrounded by lush nature.

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Sunrise of Willowbrook

6300 Clarendon Hills Rd, Willowbrook, IL 60527
Overview of Sunrise of Willowbrook

Nestled in the harmonious community of Clarendon Hills Road, Willowbrook, IL, Sunrise of Willowbrook is a distinguished senior living community providing assisted living, memory care, short-term stays, and hospice coordination. The community features a spectrum of elegant and pet-friendly floor plans including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, and companion suites. With a compassionate and well-trained team available round-the-clock, the community promises a comfortable and safe residence.

Sunrise of Willowbrook values its residents’ individuality, collaborating with them and their loved ones to craft care plans tailored to their specific needs and aspirations. Reignite your passion and explore new interests with engaging activities. Delight with healthy and delicious meals prepared based on seniors’ tastes and dietary needs. Proving its exceptional quality, the community was awarded by AHCA/NCAL with the Bronze National Quality Award.

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Overview of River Glen of St. Charles

River Glen of St. Charles is an exceptional senior living community in Kane County, St. Charles, IL, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and short-term respite care. A considerate and capable team of caregivers are always on standby to provide care and assistance anytime the residents need it. Those needing support with daily routine are offered with compassionate assistance with personal care, mobility, and medication administration.

The community doubles their effort in supporting residents with their needs so they can focus on enjoying their days their way without the hassles of cleaning, commuting, maintenance, or doing the laundry. With most of the chores handled, residents can focus on exploring the community amenities or engaging in the vibrant calendar of activities. Residents can treat themselves to a new look at the salon, breathe in the fresh air in beautifully landscaped lawns, or settle in with friends in the cozy movie room for a special movie screening. Whatever your heart desires, River Glen of St. Charles will help you make it come true.

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Overview of Cedarhurst of Mchenry

Set in the serene residential street of Blake Boulevard, McHenry, IL, Cedarhurst of Mchenry is a renowned senior living community offering assisted living and memory care. The community features meticulously designed and spacious residences to ensure seniors enjoy unmatched comfort and security. With 24/7 care and support from a team of qualified and well-trained professionals, seniors keep their peace of mind and have more time to learn new things.

Interact with people from across ages through intergenerational programs and explore interests with exciting activities. With its dedication to seniors’ wellness, the community provides incredible amenities to ensure they remain active physically. Have the finest dining experience with freshly prepared home-cooked meals catering to dietary needs and tastes. Cedarhurst of Mchenry is a safe place for seniors to live their best years gaining meaningful experiences in its beautiful campus.

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Overview of Sunrise of Highland Park

Beautifully established within a charming neighborhood in Highland Park, IL, Sunrise of Highland Park is an upscale senior living community, offering various levels of care to allow residents to age in place. The community offers assisted living, memory care, short-term stay, and hospice coordination services that are tailored to accommodate residents’ unique needs and care goals. Residences here are designed to be both stunning and comfortable, giving residents a serene living environment where they can enjoy a restful retirement experience.

Fun-packed activities and programs are also offered to make sure residents have the opportunities they need to stay active and connected. Sumptuous meals are made to be both tasty and healthy, allowing residents to indulge in a delectable dining experience. A dependable management team also handles the maintenance and housekeeping for residents, helping them live their lives fully and without worries.

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Overview of Sunrise of Buffalo Grove

Located in the peaceful neighborhood of West Half Day Road, Buffalo Grove, IL, Sunrise of Buffalo Grove is an extraordinary senior living community providing a wide selection of living options. These include assisted living, memory, care, short-term stays, and hospice coordination. The community features sophisticated and well-built floor plans including studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom apartments, and companion suites. Keep your worries at bay with maintenance and housekeeping handled by a caring, compassionate, and highly skilled team.

Sunrise of Buffalo Grove doubles its efforts to provide residents with customized care to ensure their specific needs are taken care of. Focusing on seniors’ strengths and interests, the community conducts fun activities and learning opportunities to maintain their happiness and well-being. Join friends and find comfort with freshly prepared meals to satisfy your tastes and dietary needs. Sunrise of Buffalo Grove is an ideal place for relaxation and wellness, giving seniors inspiring and fulfilled golden years.

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Overview of Sunrise of Naperville

Conveniently situated just moments away from downtown Naperville, Sunrise of Naperville presents a charming haven that seamlessly blends with the local landscape. This award-winning establishment caters to diverse needs, offering a holistic approach that includes assisted living for seniors and memory care services. The exterior exudes an air of sophistication, graced with meticulously maintained surroundings and an inviting fire pit, setting the stage for an exceptional living experience.

Embracing the unique needs of its residents, the community extends a pet-friendly environment and showcases inviting social areas, creating an atmosphere of warmth and engagement. Alongside services like housekeeping, personal laundry, and scheduled transportation, Sunrise of Naperville takes pride in its commitment to offering assisted living homes.

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Overview of Melody Living Lake in the Hills Assisted Living & Memory Care

Melody Living boasts a luxurious and professional memory care and assisted living environment that ensures a service delivered with compassion and respect. The renowned reputation of the community has gained its trusted, loyal customers on the fantastic customer service received from its other sister communities in Illinois. The up-and-coming branch in Lake in the Hills will undoubtedly exceed expectations. Offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care living options, seniors can expect a lifestyle built on luxury and dedication when it comes to what the community has to offer.

Melody Living has built a community centered on residents living the best life they can. The retirement home provides convenient services such as transportation, enrichment activities, engaging programs, and recreational activities; community amenities include private apartments with sweeping views, a game room, outdoor playgrounds, and beautifully designed common areas.

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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 Illinois

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 354 memory care communities in Illinois. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care community in Illinois?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Illinois, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting memory care communities in Illinois?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.