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. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative 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.
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.
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 1.8
Rank #211 / 225
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 2
Rank #42 / 250
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #169 / 250
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
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 1.8
Rank #64 / 225
5
Facility 5
IL AVG 2
Rank #206 / 250
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #169 / 250
Studio / 1 Bed
Sunrise at Fountain Square
MC
AL
HOS
IL
Lombard
80
Facility 80
IL AVG 87
Rank #130 / 307
Yes
58
Facility 58
IL AVG 50
Rank #131 / 357
-Hcri Sun Three Lombard Il Senior Living LLC3
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 7
Rank #88 / 225
1.0
Facility 1.0
IL AVG 1.8
Rank #92 / 225
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 2
Rank #42 / 250
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #199 / 250
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
Westbrook Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
Streamwood
80
Facility 80
IL AVG 87
Rank #130 / 307
Yes
25
Facility 25
IL AVG 50
Rank #303 / 357
-Streamwood Operator, LLC1
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 7
Rank #64 / 225
2.0
Facility 2.0
IL AVG 1.8
Rank #130 / 225
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2
Rank #1 / 250
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #124 / 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 1.8
Rank #92 / 225
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 2
Rank #42 / 250
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #169 / 250
Private Rooms
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
-The Heathers Senior Homes, LLC3
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 7
Rank #101 / 225
1.3
Facility 1.3
IL AVG 1.8
Rank #103 / 225
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 2
Rank #42 / 250
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #66 / 250
-
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 1.8
Rank #51 / 225
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 2
Rank #148 / 250
8
Facility 8
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #245 / 250
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Brookdale Urbana
MC
AL
Urbana (The Highlands)
93
Facility 93
IL AVG 87
Rank #106 / 307
Yes
47
Facility 47
IL AVG 50
Rank #193 / 357
-Emeritus Corporation6
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
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #169 / 250
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Avantara Long Grove
MC
HOS
NH
PC
SNF
Long Grove (Edgebrook Downs)
195
Facility 195
IL AVG 87
Rank #24 / 307
No
34
Facility 34
IL AVG 50
Rank #264 / 357
20
Facility 20
IL AVG 13
Rank #40 / 139
-9
28
Facility 28
IL AVG 7
Rank #205 / 225
3.1
Facility 3.1
IL AVG 1.8
Rank #180 / 225
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 2
Rank #183 / 250
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #1 / 250
-
Park Place Christian Community
MC
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Elmhurst (Addison Township)
66
Facility 66
IL AVG 87
Rank #165 / 307
No
94
Facility 94
IL AVG 50
Rank #8 / 357
--7
8
Facility 8
IL AVG 7
Rank #158 / 225
1.1
Facility 1.1
IL AVG 1.8
Rank #100 / 225
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 2
Rank #42 / 250
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #66 / 250
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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 Lombard Place Assisted Living & Memory Care

Lombard Place Assisted Living & Memory Care offers assisted living and memory care in Lombard, IL. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication while the resident keeps a private apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. With both care levels available, the community may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time.

The community has 93 beds. Residents can choose between studio and one-bedroom housing, with a studio offering one private living space and a one-bedroom layout providing a separate bedroom and living area. Pets are allowed, so residents may be able to keep a pet at the community. A Walk Score of 63 places the area in the somewhat walkable range, meaning some errands can be completed on foot. Lombard Operator runs the community.

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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 Westbrook Senior Living

Enjoy a seamless transition for your evolving needs in Westbrook Senior Living, a trusted community in Streamwood, IL that offers various care options. With access to independent living, assisted living, and memory care under one campus, residents don’t have to move to another community for their needs. Everyone here is offered personalized care plans designed to maximize their independence and abilities for a fulfilling living experience.

Indulge in your passions with a diverse array of activities, programs, and purposeful projects offered in the community. Dining here is an experience to look forward to with an excellent culinary and beverage team that curates culinary delights. Amenities like a wellness center, salon, library, and theater are also available for a complete retirement experience.

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Overview of Prairie Pointe Assisted Living and Memory Care

Prairie Pointe Assisted Living and Memory Care offers assisted living and memory care in Sugar Grove, IL. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication, while residents keep a private room. Memory care provides a secured setting and supervision for someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia who may be at risk of wandering.

Both care levels are available in one community, which can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time. The community has 71 beds, and every private room gives residents a room of their own rather than a shared room. There are places to watch films, spend time outdoors, and use personal care services on site, including a movie theater, diner, beauty shop, and secure courtyard walking paths.

The specialized Life Skill Program and activity kitchen support activities centered on everyday tasks. Musical events, including karaoke and dancing, provide scheduled entertainment. With a Walk Score of 41, the area is car-dependent, so most errands require a car or a ride. Prairie Pointe Assisted Living and Memory Care is operated by Mcc Of Sugar Grove.

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Overview of The Heathers Senior Homes – Lake in the Hills

The Heathers Senior Homes, Lake in the Hills offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Lake in the Hills, IL. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident keeps their own living space, whereas memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. With 14 beds, the community is small enough for staff and residents to get to know each other, creating a more familiar day to day setting.

Its range of care types may suit a resident whose needs change over time, since care can continue within the same community. Memory care can suit someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia who needs a secure, supervised setting, while respite care can support a family caregiver during a temporary absence or recovery period.

A Walk Score of 52 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach select destinations independently. The community is operated by The Heathers Senior Homes.

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Overview of Villas of Holly Brook & Reflections Springfield

Villas of Holly Brook & Reflections Springfield offers assisted living and memory care in Springfield, Illinois. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing and medication while a resident keeps a private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Both care levels are available here. A resident whose needs grow over time may be able to change care without leaving the community. Respite care offers a short-term stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The community has 97 beds, with studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom residences. A studio suits one person, while a two-bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Pets are allowed, so residents may live with a pet, and activity calendars show the activities available each day. Phillips Investments-Springfield Facility Series operates the community.

A Walk Score of 52 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, meaning some errands can be done on foot. A resident who no longer drives may be able to handle some nearby errands independently.

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Overview of Brookdale Urbana

Brookdale Urbana provides an exceptional assisted living and memory care experience. The home strives to enhance the quality of life of seniors needing quality assistance. They offer options that cater to each individual’s needs. As a Brookdale Senior Living Group member, Urbana guarantees a resident-centered atmosphere for seniors, promoting a comfortable living situation.

The lifestyle at Brookdale is designed to make lives safe and convenient for everyone. Its all-inclusive amenities and services include fully furnished assisted living apartments, spacious common areas, recreational rooms, housekeeping, transportation, and specialized memory care training services. Management prides itself on its approach to modern assisted living care, which is unparalleled thanks to its remarkable care staff that never fails to offer compassionate care.

$3,710/Month

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Overview of Avantara Long Grove

Avantara Long Grove is a place where the beauty of nature meets exceptional care. They provide top-notch post-hospital services in Lake County, along with luxurious amenities that offer residents an unmatched level of comfort. Their advanced rehabilitation services are equipped with state-of-the-art equipment and facilities, full-time therapists, and highly skilled caregivers, ensuring that residents receive the best care possible. In addition to their specialized care, they offer oncology services, wound care, post-surgical rehabilitation, and more. 
Residents can enjoy an active or laid-back lifestyle, with sound-proofed homes that reduce outside noise and promote quality rest. On-site salon services are available for pampering and helping residents to look and feel their best, while high-speed Wi-Fi and private and semi-private suites add to the exceptional experience. The food at Avantara Long Grove is not only nourishing but also inspiring, with fresh ingredients prepared throughout the day. It’s a place where residents can appreciate the attention to detail and genuine care that goes into everything they do.

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Overview of Park Place Christian Community

Park Place Christian Community in Elmhurst, Illinois, provides a spectrum of residential options, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and nursing home care. Assisted living services support individuals with daily routines like medication management, dressing, and bathing, while memory care features a secured setting for those experiencing cognitive impairment. Temporary respite admissions give primary caregivers scheduled time to travel or rest. Moving between care levels allows residents to adjust their support as health needs change.

Managed by Christian Healthcare Foundation, the 66-bed location averages 4 hours and 43 minutes of nursing care per resident daily. Physical rehabilitation assists residents during recovery, and meal services feature chef-prepared dining options. Situated in an area rated 94 on the walk score index, the location enables non-driving residents to complete daily tasks on foot. Financial arrangements accept direct private payment and Medicare for post-hospital stays.

Older adults seeking a multi-level care environment can contact Park Place Christian Community to review available housing, discuss payment options, or schedule a tour.

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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.