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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

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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 West Suburban Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Maintain a high quality of life with West Suburban Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, a thriving community in Bloomingdale, IL, offering excellent skilled nursing care and rehabilitation services. Their professional nurses and team members are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to support residents with their daily living needs and emergencies. Those recovering from an injury or hospitalization are given access to physical, speech, and occupational services to ensure they can get back on their feet quickly.

They also feature their safe and secure Memory Springs unit to make sure residents living with the challenges of memory loss can enjoy a comfortable and fulfilling lifestyle despite their conditions. To accommodate residents’ unique nutritional needs, the community also offers various nutritional services to ensure they maintain a healthy lifestyle. At West Suburban Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, they provide everything residents need to maintain their well-being and live their best lives.

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Overview of Grand Regency of Rockford Supportive Living

Overlooking the vibrant community of Rockford, IL, Grand Regency of Rockford Supportive Living is a premier senior living community offering both assisted living and memory support services. Here, residents can enjoy a selection of well-appointed, cozy accommodations, with spacious and elegant floor plans tailored to their preferences. Committed to delivering the highest quality care and support, the community fosters a safe, loving environment that prioritizes privacy, autonomy, and security.

With top-notch amenities, residents can savor in three delicious home-cooked meals daily, indulge in snacks, and relax in comfortable, furnished common areas. Additional conveniences include an onsite beauty and barber shop, transportation to medical appointments, and comprehensive building maintenance. Grand Regency of Rockford Supportive Living offers Purpose-Driven Programming that creates individualized lifestyles, empowering seniors to maintain and even enhance their quality of life in a supportive and engaging community

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Overview of Peterson Park Health Care Center

Peterson Park Health Care Center is a senior living home that prides itself on offering premier services and novel methods of clinical care. The healthcare professionals at the center are highly experienced and skilled in providing personalized care to each individual resident. The center offers 24-hour security and skilled nursing care, as well as social services and personal assistance with daily needs. They are also equipped to provide tube feedings, wound care, and physical therapy, with nurses who are trained to manage and treat pressure ulcers and wounds. Their critical therapy program includes in-house ultrasound studies of vascular wounds and wound VAC services.

The home boasts stylish dining settings and values family, celebrations, intimate gatherings, and holidays or festivities that make the residents feel at home. The center features spacious rooms and tranquil common areas, making it an ideal place for seniors to recover while being well taken care of. Families can trust that their loved ones are in a home that genuinely cares for them and provides the best possible service for their recovery.

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Overview of Rock River Healthcare

Operating as a two-story nursing home at 707 West Riverside Boulevard in Rockford’s West Riverside Boulevard neighborhood, Rock River Healthcare manages 130 beds across nursing home, memory care, hospice, and respite care units. Owner SMF Healthcare LLC has operated the facility for 31 years under Administrator Judith Zbinden. The community accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private-pay residents and currently operates at 56.9% occupancy; notably below the Illinois state average. The average resident stay spans 131 days.

The facility holds a 2-star overall CMS rating, 36.5% below state average. Health inspection performance is 2 stars, 34.2% below the Illinois benchmark.

Staffing carries a 1-star rating, 39.9% below state standard. Adjusted nursing hours total only 2 hours per resident daily; ranked 154th of 167 facilities statewide and representing 49% below state average. Registered nurses provide 28 minutes per resident daily (36% below state average), while weekend RN coverage drops to 10 minutes (71% below state norm). The staff-to-resident ratio of 0.78:1 underperforms the state average of 1.80:1 by 56%, indicating critically low staffing levels.

Quality Measures rate 1 star, 37.3% below state average. Pressure ulcer prevalence reaches 11.8% in long-stay residents; 124% worse than state benchmark. Depressive symptoms affect 87.3% of long-stay residents, 82% above state rates. Hospitalization rates run 92% worse than peers at 3.94 per 1,000 resident days.

Short-stay rehabilitation shows concerning outcomes: emergency department visits hit 27.1%; 94% worse than state average and return to home rate reaches only 30.3%, 40% below state norm.

Inspection findings show 38 regulatory deficiencies since 2022 (443% above state average of 7), including substantiated physical abuse between residents, medication administration errors leading to seizure events, widespread wound and pressure ulcer care failures, dehydration from missed hydration orders, and unauthorized searches and confiscation of resident belongings. One prior inspection identified immediate jeopardy conditions.

Federal fines total $72,000 with one 7-day Medicare/Medicaid payment denial imposed in 2023.

Walk score of 60 reflects moderate walkability; the nearest hospital sits 3.53 miles distant.

Rock River Healthcare’s profile reflects severe staffing constraints, substantially elevated regulatory compliance violations, and quality outcomes significantly below state standards across clinical and safety domains.

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Overview of Meadowbrook Bolingbrook

Ideally located in the tranquil grounds of West Remington Boulevard, Bolingbrook, IL, is the outstanding senior living community of Meadowbrook Bolingbrook that provides post-hospital rehabilitation, memory care, long-term care, and respite care. Featuring specialized care programs including wound management, orthopedic rehabilitation, and pulmonary rehab, the community ensures seniors receive the utmost care and assistance for their every need. Moreover, a kind and responsible team cares for seniors around the clock to ensure their comfort and safety.

Promoting a vibrant and inviting environment, the community conducts fun events and stimulating activities to keep residents happy and well. With AMITA Bolingbrook Hospital nearby, the community ensures residents’ medical needs are easily accessible. Meadowbrook Bolingbrook is great for seniors looking for supplementary care without restraining their freedom.

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Overview of Chateau Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Live a fulfilling lifestyle while maintaining your maximum potential in Chateau Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, a vibrant and welcoming community in Willowbrook, IL, offering exceptional care. Their team is highly skilled in providing residents with skilled nursing care and various rehabilitation services, helping residents maintain their overall functioning. Residents here are given pain management services and access to physical, speech, and occupational services for a comfortable and pain-free healing journey.

Countless leisure and recreational activities are also available to ensure residents stay active and well-connected. With housekeeping services provided regularly, residents can focus on living their best lives while enjoying the comfort of their safe and well-organized living environment. Here, residents are given all the comfort and support they need to maintain their well-being and continue enjoying the golden years they deserve.

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Overview of The Pearl of Orchard Valley

The Pearl of Orchard Valley is a nursing home in Aurora, IL, that offers comprehensive care options, including long-term care, memory care, rehabilitation, and in-house dialysis. The community also ensures older adults are well-cared for with its supportive and welcoming environment. Therapy services, respite care, and 24-hour support are among the exceptional services provided to meet residents’ needs and preferences. Focusing on residents’ welfare, the community seamlessly combines compassionate care and clinical excellence.

Chess, light exercises, and fun gatherings provide residents with more opportunities to interact with friends and live actively. State-of-the-art rehabilitation equipment and spacious gathering areas are also available for residents’ relaxation and wellness. Restaurants, a bank, shops, bus stops, and green spaces also surround the area, ensuring a laid-back and convenient lifestyle. This nursing home has high standards of care, making it a great choice for senior living in Illinois.

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Overview of Elevate Care South Holland

Elevate Care South Holland is an esteemed senior living community located in the peaceful residential grounds of Wausau Avenue, South Holland, IL, providing a wide range of care services including skilled nursing, respiratory care, chronic disease management, comprehensive rehab, wound care, and memory care. The community also offers in-house dialysis for seniors who require it to ensure their convenience. A team of compassionate and well-trained professionals cares for seniors’ special needs and aspirations to ensure they thrive and live their lives to the fullest.

The community promotes a bright and friendly environment, encouraging residents to mingle with friends and maintain an active lifestyle. Here, families can rest their minds knowing their loved ones are well-cared for. Elevate Care South Holland is a good place for seniors to make every moment of their best years count.

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Overview of Lakeview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Lakeview Rehabilitation and Nursing Center has been a cherished member of Chicago’s northside community for more than 25 years. Their mission to prioritize emotional wellness is apparent in every aspect of their operations, creating an environment that promotes healing and relaxation for their residents. Loved ones can definitely have peace of mind knowing their family members are receiving compassionate and expert care. The team’s commitment to developing emotional health demonstrates the transformative power of this nursing home to individuals seeking for holistic recovery.

This home has a functional and peaceful atmosphere. The center’s skilled team of professionals offers a range of services, including specialized care for dementia and Alzheimer’s patients, personalized rehabilitation services, wound care, respiratory services, pain management, and in-house diagnostics. For those in search of a nurturing and supportive environment to heal and improve, Lakeview Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is the place to be. 

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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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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.