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Page 19 of Best Memory Care in Illinois

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 359 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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359 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

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

Vi at The Glen
MC
NH
AL
IL
Glenview
36
Facility 36
IL AVG 86
Rank #370 / 424
Yes
52
Facility 52
IL AVG 51
Rank #310 / 648
39
Facility 39
IL AVG 18
Rank #19 / 165
A+Cc-Lake, Inc3
6
Facility 6
IL AVG 7
Rank #180 / 276
2.0
Facility 2.0
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #236 / 276
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 3
Rank #1 / 315
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #1 / 315
1 Bed / 2 Bed / Villa
Westminster Place
MC
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Evanston (Grant Street)
105
Facility 105
IL AVG 86
Rank #115 / 424
Yes
44
Facility 44
IL AVG 51
Rank #392 / 648
--------Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Mather
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Evanston (Davis Street)
22
Facility 22
IL AVG 86
Rank #399 / 424
Yes
95
Facility 95
IL AVG 51
Rank #18 / 648
--The Mather Evanston5--
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 3
Rank #1 / 315
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #222 / 315
1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Springs at Monarch Landing
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Naperville (Naperville Park District)
28
Facility 28
IL AVG 86
Rank #388 / 424
Yes
27
Facility 27
IL AVG 51
Rank #517 / 648
--Monarch Landing Opco (Sl-Vii) LLC4
12
Facility 12
IL AVG 7
Rank #229 / 276
3.0
Facility 3.0
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #251 / 276
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 3
Rank #62 / 315
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #90 / 315
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Radford Green at Sedgebrook
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Lincolnshire
37
Facility 37
IL AVG 86
Rank #364 / 424
No
36
Facility 36
IL AVG 51
Rank #448 / 648
--Sedgebrook Opco (Sl-Vii) LLC3
-
Facility -
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 276
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #1 / 276
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 3
Rank #1 / 315
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #90 / 315
1 Bed / 2 Bed
Mercy Circle Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Chicago (Mount Greenwood)
43
Facility 43
IL AVG 86
Rank #335 / 424
Yes
44
Facility 44
IL AVG 51
Rank #392 / 648
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 18
Rank #125 / 165
-Mercy Circle5
-
Facility -
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 276
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #1 / 276
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 3
Rank #1 / 315
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #90 / 315
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
GreenFields of Geneva
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Geneva
77
Facility 77
IL AVG 86
Rank #192 / 424
Yes
6
Facility 6
IL AVG 51
Rank #610 / 648
14
Facility 14
IL AVG 18
Rank #93 / 165
A+Nfp Friendship Village Of Mill Creek9
24
Facility 24
IL AVG 7
Rank #248 / 276
2.7
Facility 2.7
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #246 / 276
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 3
Rank #242 / 315
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #90 / 315
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Wesley Village Retirement Center
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Macomb
73
Facility 73
IL AVG 86
Rank #202 / 424
No
5
Facility 5
IL AVG 51
Rank #618 / 648
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Bella Terra Streamwood
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Streamwood
214
Facility 214
IL AVG 86
Rank #21 / 424
No
74
Facility 74
IL AVG 51
Rank #135 / 648
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Avantara Long Grove
MC
HOS
NH
PC
SNF
Long Grove (Edgebrook Downs)
195
Facility 195
IL AVG 86
Rank #32 / 424
No
34
Facility 34
IL AVG 51
Rank #465 / 648
20
Facility 20
IL AVG 18
Rank #67 / 165
--9
28
Facility 28
IL AVG 7
Rank #253 / 276
3.1
Facility 3.1
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #253 / 276
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 3
Rank #242 / 315
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #1 / 315
-
Covenant Living at Windsor Park
MC
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Carol Stream
72
Facility 72
IL AVG 86
Rank #208 / 424
No
26
Facility 26
IL AVG 51
Rank #523 / 648
--Covenant Living At Windsor Park7
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 7
Rank #136 / 276
0.6
Facility 0.6
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #161 / 276
5
Facility 5
IL AVG 3
Rank #268 / 315
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #90 / 315
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
Eden Vista Prospect Heights
MC
AL
HOS
NH
PC
SNF
Prospect Heights
30
Facility 30
IL AVG 86
Rank #380 / 424
No
45
Facility 45
IL AVG 51
Rank #380 / 648
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Green Leaf Senior Living
MC
RC
Peoria
16
Facility 16
IL AVG 86
Rank #404 / 424
No
37
Facility 37
IL AVG 51
Rank #440 / 648
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 18
Rank #125 / 165
-Erin Taylor Nevitt3
-
Facility -
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 276
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #1 / 276
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 3
Rank #1 / 315
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #1 / 315
Private Rooms
Northbrook Inn Memory Care Community
MC
AL
Northbrook
49
Facility 49
IL AVG 86
Rank #299 / 424
No
24
Facility 24
IL AVG 51
Rank #535 / 648
-A-Northbrook Memory Care, LLC5--
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 3
Rank #1 / 315
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #90 / 315
Suite
Ascension Living Nazarethville Place
MC
ADC
AL
HC
IL
NH
SNF
Des Plaines
68
Facility 68
IL AVG 86
Rank #218 / 424
Yes
28
Facility 28
IL AVG 51
Rank #509 / 648
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Overview of Prairie View Assisted Living

Nestled in the welcoming community of Winnebago, IL, Prairie View Assisted Living is an inviting senior living community that provides assisted living and short-term living. Beautifully appointed and spacious accommodations with varying floor plans are available for its residents based on individual tastes. With a highly equipped and passionate team, residents can receive personalized care plans catering to their immediate interests and needs.

Dedicated to providing top-of-the-line amenities and services, residents can enjoy the following: full dining services, an emergency call system, a pendant for personal safety, housekeeping and laundry services, access to rehabilitation services, and many more. Meet new friends by participating in diverse recreational programs and other social activities. The Prairie View Assisted Living is ideal for seniors seeking a worry-free retirement.

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Overview of Sunrise of Westmont

Located at 63rd Street, Westmont, IL, Sunrise of Westmont is an extraordinary senior living community offering assisted living, memory care, and short-term stays. Prioritizing seniors’ relaxation and safety, the community features cozy and pet-friendly floor plans including studio, two-bedroom apartments, and companion suites. Residents ease their minds with round-the-clock care and assistance from a compassionate, dedicated, and trained team.

The community fosters a bright and friendly environment, orchestrating a wide array of fun activities and learning opportunities. The culinary team serves freshly made healthy and delicious meals that cater to residents’ dietary needs and cravings. Sunrise of Westmont provides a haven for relaxation and wellness with its beautiful campus filled with wonderful amenities such as exercise rooms, a salon, and a movie theater.

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Overview of Arbor Terrace Naperville

An elegant and luxurious community that steeps excellence, Arbor Terrace Naperville has raised the standard of senior living. Their dedicated team of professional staff strives to provide care that is nothing short of extraordinary. The community practices a results-driven lifestyle that aims to provide quality service for its assisted living and memory care residences. Seniors can thrive at Arbor Terrace.

They offer an array of opportunities to be discovered–through its activities and programs, allowing for a mentally and physically stimulating environment for residents. Assisted living and memory care residents each receive specific care in terms of assisting with daily living and memory care– that is, assistance with bathing, grooming, dressing; medication management; activities for physical and mental stimulation activities.

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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.

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Overview of The Sheridan at Park Ridge

Located in the charming urban setting of Park Ridge, IL, The Sheridan at Park Ridge is a leading senior living community that offers Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Short-Term Care. The community provides a modern, sophisticated environment where seniors can enjoy top-tier services and amenities. Residents experience a relaxed and fulfilling quality of life with attentive, personal care. From the stylish accommodations to the vibrant atmosphere, The Sheridan at Park Ridge ensures a rewarding and enjoyable living experience for its residents.

The community at The Sheridan at Park Ridge features an array of amenities and programs designed to cater to every resident’s needs. Seniors can enjoy the creative art studio, fireside patio, enclosed memory garden, entertainment room, and bistro and bar. The restaurant-style dining room with a pizza oven offers delightful meals, while the beauty salon and barber shop ensure residents look and feel their best. Additional conveniences include on-site maintenance personnel, accessible transportation, a friendly concierge, and fitness facilities such as the exercise gym and Be Fit Fitness Studio.

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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 Alden Des Plaines Rehabilitation & Health Care Center

Alden Des Plaines Rehabilitation & Healthcare is a nursing home in Des Plaines, IL, specializing in rehabilitation. Featuring upscale amenities in a clean and supportive setting, the community ensures older adults can feel at ease throughout their stay. Restaurant-style dining, a comprehensive therapy program, and recreational opportunities also ensure residents can focus on their recovery and rehabilitation. Through a holistic approach to care, the community ensures residents receive the utmost attention to live comfortably in retirement.

Beauty services, social events, and exercises encourage residents to live actively and have fun. A state-of-the-art therapy room, a lively dining room, and spacious common areas are among the top-notch amenities dedicated to residents’ relaxation and wellness. Residents also have quick access to medical care and other necessities, with the Holy Family Medical Center and various local amenities in the area. As one of the trusted options for senior living in Illinois, this nursing home continuously provides excellent services for older adults’ welfare.

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Overview of Carriage Crossing Senior Living of Rochester

Warm and inviting, Carriage Crossing of Rochester is an excellent senior living community in Rochester, IL, offering assisted living, memory care, respite care, and hospice care. The community features thoughtfully designed apartments and a wealth of amenities designed to help residents live a socially active lifestyle all year round. With a compassionate care team available to provide care and assistance 24/7, residents are guaranteed to live a well-supported life. Moreover, the community’s INSPYRE memory care program helps residents dealing with memory loss to live a fulfilling life with comprehensive care and gentle daily programming.

At Carriage Crossing of Rochester, residents are provided a nurturing environment with plenty of opportunities to stay active, engaged, and holistically healthy. From a variety of on-site and social activities to convenient services like housekeeping and laundry, and chauffeured transportation, residents have everything they need to live a convenient life. Residents also enjoy delicious meals and snacks daily and access to amenities such as salon & spa services, a game room, a library, a cafe, and a beautiful outdoor courtyard for relaxing and hanging out.

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Overview of Brighton Gardens of Wheaton

Surrounded by lush trees and vast green spaces, Brighton Gardens of Wheaton is a vibrant senior living community set in Wheaton, IL. The community features an array of living options including assisted living, memory care, short-term stays, and hospice coordination to ensure residents are able to successfully age in place. Residents can choose their ideal living space from an array of carefully designed studio and one-bedroom apartments with housekeeping and maintenance services for a worry-free lifestyle.

The community’s prime location offers easy access to local shops, restaurants, and entertainment spots, providing residents with opportunities to live a vibrant life, combined with the community’s diverse activities. Delectable meals that are both flavorful and healthy are also available to keep residents energized and nourished. Here, residents are encouraged to enjoy their retirement years however they want without hassles and worries.

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Overview of Sunshine Gardens

Sunshine Gardens is a 55-bed senior living community at 442 Comfort Drive in Marion, Illinois. Owned and operated by Venus Properties, LLC, this independently owned campus holds an active license through February 2026 under the state’s Assisted Living and Shared Housing Establishment Act. The community provides a continuum of care, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care, within a centrally located facility in Williamson County.

The facility provides 24-hour medical oversight and localized care coordination. While no CMS star rating applies to this state-regulated community, current 2026 data show that the facility maintains a citations-per-inspection rate of zero based on its most recent complaint investigations in late 2025. Regulatory records for the past year return no deficiencies, with three separate investigated complaints all found to be unsubstantiated. Monthly pricing for the community is positioned competitively, with costs starting at approximately $2,800 for independent units and ranging up to $4,095 for full assisted living.

Bedside support is coordinated 24/7 by a professional team that includes on-site nursing for 12–16 hours daily. The clinical model integrates a specialized mental wellness program, diabetes monitoring, and incontinence care, supported by a state-of-the-art emergency response system in every unit. For residents with cognitive decline, the memory care wing provides a secure community and an enclosed courtyard to prevent wandering while encouraging outdoor activity. Current clinical tracking focuses on personalized wellness plans and regular family care plan meetings to maintain health stability.

The facility features spacious apartments with kitchenettes, walk-in showers with grab bars, and individually controlled climate systems. All-inclusive monthly services cover three chef-prepared meals daily, housekeeping, and personal laundry.

Shared community spaces include an on-site movie theater, a beauty and barber shop, a library with computer access, and a mini-convenience store. The social calendar is managed by on-site staff to provide daily engagement through group exercise, religious services, and big band events. The community holds a high Walk Score of 86, and scheduled transportation is provided to ensure residents remain connected to the Marion city center.

Those seeking a community with a strong multi-decade regulatory history and an affordable entry point for Southern Illinois may find this setting appropriate. Individuals should contact the administrator directly to confirm current availability and discuss specific memory care support levels to assess 2026 performance firsthand.

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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 359 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.