Page 14 of Best Memory Care in Illinois

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 369 memory care providers in 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.
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.
Carriage Crossing Senior Living of Bloomington
MC
AL
HOS
Bloomington (Hawthorne Commercial Subdivision)
80
Facility 80
IL AVG 87
Rank #130 / 307
Yes
26
Facility 26
IL AVG 50
Rank #299 / 357
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 13
Rank #77 / 139
-Carriage Crossing Senior Living, Bloomington Opco, LLC12
9
Facility 9
IL AVG 7
Rank #166 / 225
0.8
Facility 0.8
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #84 / 225
8
Facility 8
IL AVG 3
Rank #236 / 250
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #169 / 250
-
StoryPoint Romeoville
MC
AL
IL
Romeoville
183
Facility 183
IL AVG 87
Rank #29 / 307
Yes
17
Facility 17
IL AVG 50
Rank #324 / 357
-A-Weber Place Tenant LLC5
9
Facility 9
IL AVG 7
Rank #166 / 225
1.8
Facility 1.8
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #127 / 225
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 3
Rank #148 / 250
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #169 / 250
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Ascension Living Bethlehem Woods Village
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
La Grange Park
62
Facility 62
IL AVG 87
Rank #181 / 307
No
29
Facility 29
IL AVG 50
Rank #287 / 357
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 13
Rank #77 / 139
-Presence Senior Services-Chicagoland4
18
Facility 18
IL AVG 7
Rank #194 / 225
4.5
Facility 4.5
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #211 / 225
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 3
Rank #42 / 250
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #169 / 250
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Mill Creek Alzheimer‘s Special Care Center
MC
AL
RC
Springfield
38
Facility 38
IL AVG 87
Rank #260 / 307
No
57
Facility 57
IL AVG 50
Rank #139 / 357
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 13
Rank #77 / 139
-Springfield Senior Housing I Opco, LLC8
7
Facility 7
IL AVG 7
Rank #148 / 225
0.9
Facility 0.9
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #91 / 225
5
Facility 5
IL AVG 3
Rank #206 / 250
6
Facility 6
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #228 / 250
Private / Companion Suite
Villas of Holly Brook & Reflections Springfield
MC
AL
Springfield
97
Facility 97
IL AVG 87
Rank #95 / 307
Yes
52
Facility 52
IL AVG 50
Rank #164 / 357
--Phillips Investments LLC-Springfield Facility Series6
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 7
Rank #64 / 225
0.3
Facility 0.3
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #51 / 225
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 3
Rank #148 / 250
8
Facility 8
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #245 / 250
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Heathers Senior Homes – Lake in the Hills
MC
AL
RC
Lake In The Hills
14
Facility 14
IL AVG 87
Rank #301 / 307
No
52
Facility 52
IL AVG 50
Rank #164 / 357
-A-The Heathers Senior Homes, LLC3
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 7
Rank #101 / 225
1.3
Facility 1.3
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #103 / 225
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 3
Rank #42 / 250
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #66 / 250
-
Burr Ridge Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
Burr Ridge
84
Facility 84
IL AVG 87
Rank #123 / 307
Yes
51
Facility 51
IL AVG 50
Rank #177 / 357
--Burr Ridge Operator, LLC4
5
Facility 5
IL AVG 7
Rank #129 / 225
1.3
Facility 1.3
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #103 / 225
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 3
Rank #1 / 250
7
Facility 7
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #237 / 250
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Prairie Pointe Assisted Living and Memory Care
MC
AL
Sugar Grove
71
Facility 71
IL AVG 87
Rank #158 / 307
No
41
Facility 41
IL AVG 50
Rank #227 / 357
--Mcc Of Sugar Grove, LLC2
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 7
Rank #64 / 225
1.0
Facility 1.0
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #92 / 225
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 3
Rank #42 / 250
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #169 / 250
Private Rooms
Lombard Place Assisted Living & Memory Care
MC
AL
Lombard
93
Facility 93
IL AVG 87
Rank #106 / 307
Yes
63
Facility 63
IL AVG 50
Rank #99 / 357
--Lombard Operator, LLC2
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 7
Rank #48 / 225
0.5
Facility 0.5
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #64 / 225
5
Facility 5
IL AVG 3
Rank #206 / 250
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #169 / 250
Studio / 1 Bed
The Village at Mercy Creek
MC
AL
IL
Normal
62
Facility 62
IL AVG 87
Rank #181 / 307
No
21
Facility 21
IL AVG 50
Rank #316 / 357
---3
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 225
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #1 / 225
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 3
Rank #42 / 250
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #66 / 250
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Overview of Bickford of Gurnee

Settled in the vibrant neighborhood of Gurnee, IL, the Bickford of Gurnee is an enticing senior living community that provides assisted living and memory care services. Large and stunning accommodations with varying floors plans are available for its residents. In terms of memory care, the community offers specialized programming, 24/7 professional care, and the purpose-built memory care environment called the Mary B’s Memory Care Neighborhood.

Having above-and-beyond amenities and services, residents can enjoy 3 fresh-cooked delightful meals, weekly housekeeping, home maintenance, access to laundry facilities, and transportation services. Explore its other amenities such as the family room, game room, and library to see how beautiful the community is. Participate in diverse social activities and other life-enrichment programs to boost engagement. At Bickford of Gurnee, seniors can enjoy a classic retirement.

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Overview of Carriage Crossing Senior Living of Bloomington

Offering a picturesque senior lifestyle just minutes from the Carle BroMenn and OSF St. Joseph Medical Centers, Carriage Crossing Bloomington is a remarkable senior living community based in Bloomington, IL. The community offers a range of senior living options, including assisted living, memory care, respite care, and hospice care. Residents are guaranteed a comfy and safe living space with thoughtfully designed apartments and round the clock assistance and monitoring by a well-trained and dedicated team.

The community works closely with its residents and their families in creating a personalized care plan which may include assistance with daily living activities, memory care services, or compassionate end-of-life support. Residents also revel in an array of amenities, including restaurant-style dining, salon & spa services, chauffeured transportation and laundry & housekeeping services for a maintenance-free living. Common areas like a fitness center, a cafe, and outdoor courtyard fosters relaxation or socialization.

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Overview of Ascension Living Bethlehem Woods Village

Ascension Living Bethlehem Woods Village is a warm and welcoming community in La Grange Park, IL, providing a vibrant setting for independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Their excellent team is always available to help residents curate their dream retirement with access to daily living assistance, medication management support, and personal care for their comfort and convenience. Those living with the challenges of memory loss also thrive in the community with specialized care services and a secure environment tailored to their unique safety and comfort needs.

An array of physical and social activities are available as well to help residents maintain an active and fulfilling lifestyle. With fresh and nutritious meals served daily, residents can easily maintain a healthy and well-nourished body. At Ascension Living Bethlehem Woods Village, they provide residents with a seamless combination of top-notch care and exciting experiences for a fulfilling retirement life.

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Overview of Mill Creek Alzheimer‘s Special Care Center

Mill Creek Alzheimer’s Special Center provides genuine care for memory care residents in Springfield. The community is designed to be bright and beautiful, a place residents can call home for memory care living.  They strive to provide options that cater to each individual. Mill Creek offers a unique experience for its residents, personalized care catered to their needs.

Its unique environment fosters independence while ensuring the safety of each resident. Their memory care unit includes free access to a beautiful outdoor area that allows residents to escape the clinical care setting.

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Overview of StoryPoint Romeoville

Based in the tranquil area of Romeoville, IL, StoryPoint Romeoville is a dedicated senior living community that offers premiere independent living, enhanced living, assisted living and memory care services. Residents indulge in the warmth brought by thoughtfully-designed residences, surrounded by friendly neighbors, beautiful amenities, and quick access to care services. A team of experienced and professional employees create a well-curated care plan and provide 24-hour licensed support and assistance.

A lively day to day life is guaranteed with a wide range of daily activities and programs conducted, top-notch amenities, and cozy common areas to enjoy with friends and family. Chef-prepared meals tailored to individual dietary needs and preferences are offered to make sure residents always eat well and feel good. A well-stocked library, therapy pool, salon, media room, massage room, and fitness center are just some of the many amenities that make residents’ living experience in StoryPoint Romeoville a remarkable experience.

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Overview of Lombard Place Assisted Living & Memory Care

Experience a glorious retirement with the outstanding senior living community of Lombard Place Assisted Living and Memory Care nestled in the calm neighborhood of 22nd Street, Lombard, IL, that provides assisted living and memory care. With specially designed and snug residences in variations of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans, seniors enjoy unrivaled comfort and security. The community doubles its efforts in supporting residents with their daily activities to ensure they make the most out of their best years.

Have a peaceful time and meet new friends in the lively and inviting communal spaces of the community. With enjoyable programs and fun activities, residents always have something to do and learn. Satisfying dietary needs and tastes, the community prepares delicious and well-balanced meals for the finest dining experience. Lombard Place Assisted Living and Memory Care is ideal for seniors looking to maximize their freedom while receiving the utmost care and assistance they deserve.

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Overview of Prairie Pointe Assisted Living and Memory Care

At Prairie Pointe, the focus is on redefining assisted living for seniors and memory care by offering services that exceed expectations with exceptional standards and a commitment to creating a positive environment. The community empowers residents to embrace independence while providing personalized care that fosters freedom within the vibrant setting. State-of-the-art communal areas and private apartments reflect the highest quality standards, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable living experience.

Ensuring safety is of utmost importance at Prairie Pointe Assisted Living and Memory Care, where the team works diligently to maintain an environment that upholds the independence and flexible lifestyle of the beloved seniors. Peaceful common areas provide serene spaces for relaxation and socialization, while the dedicated memory care unit caters to the unique needs of individuals facing memory challenges, offering specialized care and support.

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Overview of Villas of Holly Brook & Reflections Springfield

The Sister community of the Reflections in Chatham, Villas of Holly Brook also encourages its residential assisted living and memory care residents to find independence amid the quality service they receive. The continuum of care provides a stimulating environment where their compassionate and professional care staff meets their holistic needs. It’s a home-like environment that ensures residents experience the acclaimed resort-like hospitality that makes them feel like they are home away from home. Reflections is a person-centered community that guarantees seniors live life at ease. 

As a proud new member of the Premier Senior Living community, Villas of Holly Brook created a lifestyle filled with endless possibilities that interest them with the amenities and services that cater to their day-to-day living: social and cultural events, recreational activities, and enriching programs. 

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Overview of The Heathers Senior Homes – Lake in the Hills

The Heathers Senior Homes – Lake in the Hills, nestled within the picturesque community of Lake in the Hills, Illinois, offers a welcoming and nurturing sanctuary for seniors seeking a place to call home. This dedicated assisted living and memory support community is committed to providing a secure and inspiring environment where residents can flourish.

At The Heathers, the central focus is on enhancing the quality of life for residents. Expert caregivers deliver round-the-clock care, ensuring daily tasks are handled efficiently and compassionately. Residents indulge in exquisite dining experiences, engage in activities, and enjoy distinctive amenities tailored to their preferences. This community champions the belief that dreams have no age limit. Seniors at the Heathers discover a harmonious living environment, surrounded by caring neighbors and a supportive staff dedicated to their well-being. Comprising two single-story homes, each accommodating 18 residents, it is meticulously designed to cultivate a casual, non-institutional, familial ambiance. Residents are treated to airy, expansive spaces ideal for group gatherings alongside cozy nooks conducive to intimate conversations. The park-like outdoor setting invites exploration with its lush greenery, meandering walking paths, and a serene covered pavilion.

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Overview of Burr Ridge Senior Living

Peacefully nestled in Burr Ridge, IL, Burr Ridge Senior Living provides a serene and nurturing environment for residents seeking a seamless transition between care levels. The community provides access to independent living, assisted living, and memory care to make sure residents are provided with all the care and support they need to thrive. Residents here enjoy a maintenance-free living experience with daily living assistance, medication management services, and personal care support for their convenience.

With 24/7 emergency response systems and team members availability, residents can confidently live their lives without worrying about their safety. Fun and enriching activities are also held regularly to give residents countless opportunities to stay active and live their lives fully. A wellness center, healthy menus, and convenient amenities are provided as well to ensure residents maintain their well-being and enjoy a truly comfortable lifestyle.

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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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Memory Care in Illinois at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 50/ 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: 87The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Illinois. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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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 369 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.