Page 19 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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. 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.
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.
Assisted Living at Franciscan Village
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Lemont
34
Facility 34
IL AVG 87
Rank #273 / 307
No
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 50
Rank #349 / 357
-1
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
-
Encore Memory Care at Crystal Lake
MC
RC
Crystal Lake
38
Facility 38
IL AVG 87
Rank #260 / 307
No
47
Facility 47
IL AVG 50
Rank #193 / 357
41 Management, LLC1
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 7
Rank #64 / 225
2.0
Facility 2.0
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #130 / 225
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 3
Rank #42 / 250
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #1 / 250
-
Park Vista – North Hill
MC
AL
IL
East Moline (Park Vista)
30
Facility 30
IL AVG 87
Rank #278 / 307
Yes
45
Facility 45
IL AVG 50
Rank #205 / 357
Gbinvestmentss 1, LLC3
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 7
Rank #64 / 225
0.7
Facility 0.7
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #72 / 225
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 3
Rank #42 / 250
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #66 / 250
-
Brookdale Hoffman Estates
MC
AL
CCRC
IL
NH
SNF
Hoffman Estates
-Yes
40
Facility 40
IL AVG 50
Rank #231 / 357
Blc-Devonshire Of Hoffman Estates, LLC2
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 7
Rank #48 / 225
0.5
Facility 0.5
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #64 / 225
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 3
Rank #1 / 250
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #124 / 250
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Brookdale at Home® Lake View
MC
AL
CCRC
IL
NH
SNF
Chicago (Lake View East)
41
Facility 41
IL AVG 87
Rank #249 / 307
Yes
90
Facility 90
IL AVG 50
Rank #20 / 357
Blc-Kenwood Of Lake View, LLC2
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
-
Westminster Village Al
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Bloomington
72
Facility 72
IL AVG 87
Rank #154 / 307
No
84
Facility 84
IL AVG 50
Rank #38 / 357
-14
33
Facility 33
IL AVG 7
Rank #211 / 225
2.4
Facility 2.4
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #157 / 225
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 3
Rank #100 / 250
8
Facility 8
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #245 / 250
-
Emerald Place
MC
AL
Glenview
66
Facility 66
IL AVG 87
Rank #165 / 307
Yes
58
Facility 58
IL AVG 50
Rank #131 / 357
Anthem Glenview Management LLC6
22
Facility 22
IL AVG 7
Rank #198 / 225
3.7
Facility 3.7
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #190 / 225
7
Facility 7
IL AVG 3
Rank #230 / 250
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #66 / 250
1 Bed / 2 Bed Suite
The Flats by Clark Lindsey (Expansion)
MC
ADC
AL
HC
IL
NH
SNF
Urbana
64
Facility 64
IL AVG 87
Rank #175 / 307
Yes
10
Facility 10
IL AVG 50
Rank #337 / 357
Clark-Lindsey Village, Inc3
9
Facility 9
IL AVG 7
Rank #166 / 225
3.0
Facility 3.0
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #170 / 225
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 3
Rank #1 / 250
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #124 / 250
1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Auberge at Lake Zurich
MC
RC
Lake Zurich (Countryside East)
16
Facility 16
IL AVG 87
Rank #295 / 307
Yes
46
Facility 46
IL AVG 50
Rank #199 / 357
Welltower Landlord Group, LLC1
7
Facility 7
IL AVG 7
Rank #148 / 225
7.0
Facility 7.0
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #223 / 225
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 3
Rank #100 / 250
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #1 / 250
Studio
Bickford of Macomb
MC
AL
Macomb
28
Facility 28
IL AVG 87
Rank #284 / 307
Yes
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 50
Rank #349 / 357
Macomb Bickford Cottage, LLC4
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
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #124 / 250
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Overview of Assisted Living at Franciscan Village

Franciscan Village in Lemont, Illinois, operates under Franciscan Sisters Of Chicago, offering independent living, assisted living, secured memory care, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, and respite stays. Independent units provide private housing without daily clinical assistance, whereas assisted living adds tailored help for dressing, bathing, and medication tasks. Skilled nursing teams deliver 24-hour medical monitoring, and memory care staff supply structured oversight to prevent wandering.

Operating 34 beds, this campus supports short-term rehabilitation during injury recovery and respite care for temporary family caregiver relief. Daily life includes access to an outdoor area, a stocked library, wellness activities, and local-ingredient dining served in a formal dining room. Residents can also access specialized engagement initiatives, including Franciscan Care Solutions, Wellbeing, Engagement, and Spiritual programs.

Families exploring a multi-tiered senior living campus can reach out to Franciscan Village to gather additional information, discuss individual care requirements, or arrange a personal tour.

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Overview of Encore Memory Care at Crystal Lake

Encore Memory Care, located in Crystal Lake, IL, is a senior living community specializing in caring for residents living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. As part of their memory care services, they provide their residents with custom care plans coordinated with health care providers to ensure that all their medical care needs are met. Additionally, the community provides 24/7 on-site support and emergency call response, licensed nursing and visiting physicians, as well as assistance with medical appointment coordination.

The staff also ensures that the residents are safe when doing daily activities, providing assistance with tasks such as bathing and dressing. Furthermore, residents are also provided three meals per day with menu selections approved by a certified dietician, and housekeeping and laundry services, for convenience, as well as maintenance of the living environment.

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Overview of Park Vista – North Hill

Located in East Moline, IL, Park Vista North Hill is a distinguished assisted living community that prioritizes the well-being and comfort of its residents. The compassionate staff understands the significance of family and strives to make a positive difference in the lives of each individual. With a focus on personalized care, Park Vista North Hill creates a warm and inviting senior living community that feels like home. 
Residents at Park Vista North Hill can enjoy the security and convenience of a senior retirement community while experiencing the comforts of home. Their memory care facility offers private rooms, along with a common area, dining area, lounge, and outdoor patio, providing ample space for relaxation and socialization. Each room is thoughtfully designed with abundant lighting and spaciousness, ensuring a comfortable and secure living environment. Park Vista North Hill offers a dedicated and supportive community where residents can thrive and receive the specialized care they deserve.

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Overview of Brookdale Hoffman Estates

Burrowed in the peaceful neighborhood of Hoffman Estates, Illinois, Brookdale Hoffman Estates is an excellent senior living community that offers a lifestyle that combines comfort and care within a hotel-style community. Catering to both independent living and assisted living residents, this community ensures that seniors can enjoy the lifestyle they desire while having access to the care they may need as their needs change. With a focus on individualized care, Brookdale Hoffman Estates provides personalized service plans that are flexible and tailored to meet each resident’s specific requirements.

Brookdale Hoffman Estates features a range of amenities designed to enhance the quality of life for its residents. From a fitness center to a library and arts and crafts studio, there are plenty of activities to keep residents engaged and active. The community also features a fishing pond, golf course, gardening/greenhouse area, and clinic. Full-service dining, concierge services, and pet-friendly apartments with utilities and maintenance included ensure a worry-free lifestyle. Additionally, a highly skilled team is available 24/7 to respond to any emergencies, providing peace of mind for residents and their families.

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Overview of Brookdale at Home® Lake View

Enjoy our independence for as long as possible with Brookdale at Home Lake View, a dedicated home care provider based in Chicago, IL that offers a range of in-home care services. This includes companion care, personal care, and respite care. Brookdale’s team of professional caregivers is experienced in serving people who want to enjoy their independence for as long as possible while receiving the support they require.

Brookdale at Home Lake View’s dedicated team can help with a wide variety of tasks and services, ranging from meal preparation and housekeeping to pet care and medication assistance, so seniors can spend more time doing the things they truly love. Understanding that their caregivers are vital to their endeavor, Brookdale at Home conducts thorough background checks and screenings to select highly qualified caregivers seniors can feel comfortable around.

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Overview of Westminster Village Al

Westminster Village Al in Bloomington, IL offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing care. Independent living means a resident has a private living space with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with bathing, dressing, medication, and other daily tasks without requiring the resident to give up an apartment.

Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision, and skilled nursing care is available on site around the clock from licensed nurses. With several care levels in one community, Westminster Village Al may be a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time and who may be able to move between types of care without leaving the community.

The community opened in 1979 and has 72 beds. Westminster Village operates it. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 33 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident. Medicare and private pay are accepted, so families may use Medicare for covered short term skilled care after a hospital stay or pay privately for care. A Walk Score of 84 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, allowing a resident who no longer drives to reach nearby shops and services independently. Rehabilitation services are also available, so a resident can receive therapy through the community instead of arranging transportation elsewhere.

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Overview of Emerald Place

Thrive in a setting tailored to your needs in Emerald Place, a reliable community in Glenview, IL designed for residents needing memory care. Here, residents receive compassionate care and support in a calming setting that nurtures their physical, mental, and social needs. From having daily living assistance, access to clinical services, and extensive safety programs and features, residents here are bound to experience the utmost comfort in a very secure environment.

The community fosters an enriched and fulfilling lifestyle through its therapeutic activities tailored to various levels of ability. Residents also maintain proper nutrition with healthy and tasty meals prepared to accommodate their unique dietary needs and preferences. At Emerald Place, they continuously strive to give residents top-notch care and excellent support to help them lead fulfilling lives despite their challenges.

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Overview of The Flats by Clark Lindsey (expansion)

ClarkLindsey, East Central Illinois’ first and only nonprofit Life Plan Community, offers a retirement living experience on a stunning 27-acre campus bordering Urbana’s Meadowbrook Park and the University of Illinois at Champaign. The community’s extensive services and amenities make retirement living easy and carefree, allowing residents to spend their time doing the things they want to do, not the things they have to do. ClarkLindsey strives to foster a culture of excellence centered around well-being and encompassing its four core values: meaningful life, engaged staff, inclusive community, and excellence.

As a Life Plan Community, ClarkLindsey provides multiple levels of care on its campus, ensuring that residents have a place to live for the rest of their lives, even as their health needs change over time. The community offers assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation services, with the new MeadowLark expansion set to include catered assisted living and memory care assisted living apartments. Residents have access to many amenities, services, and activities on the ClarkLindsey campus, including social gatherings, fitness activities, award-winning gardens, and picturesque views of the prairie. The community is excited to expand the possibilities with a new building project, including a modern three-story apartment building with catered assisted living and memory care assisted living apartments, and another three-story apartment building with independent living apartments.

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Overview of The Auberge at Lake Zurich

Operating a 16-bed memory care and respite care community on a one-story campus in the Countryside East neighborhood of Lake Zurich, Illinois, is The Auberge at Lake Zurich. Welltower Landlord Group manages the facility, which opened in 2025 and provides studio units spanning from 312 to 334 square feet for residents aged 55 and older. The home is pet-friendly and doesn’t accept Medicare or Medicaid.

Occupants can access on-site dining, beauty services, housekeeping, transportation, recreational programming, and exercise options. The neighborhood has a walk score of 46, indicating some services are walkable, with most outings requiring transportation. The facility holds an active Illinois license and is located roughly 1.3 miles from downtown Lake Zurich.

State inspection data reflects active attention to emergency preparedness procedures, employee training documentation, and regulatory compliance protocols as The Auberge at Lake Zurich establishes its operations.

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Overview of Bickford of Macomb

Experience the charm and warmth of Bickford of Macomb, ideally situated in Macomb, IL, a wonderful community where vibrant living meets exceptional care. Providing assisted living services, this community is dedicated to offering personalized support tailored to each resident’s needs. Residents can choose from cozy studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, with various floor plans designed for both comfort and personal expression. Conveniently located near medical facilities and shopping, Bickford of Macomb provides an ideal mix of peace and accessibility.

A wide range of amenities, including live musical performances and community picnics, ensures that residents have ample opportunities for enjoyment and connection. Whether relaxing at a performance or socializing at a picnic, residents can immerse themselves in a variety of activities. Life at Bickford of Macomb is celebrated with joy, comfort, and a commitment to quality living.

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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.