Page 21 of Best Memory Care in Illinois

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 368 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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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: 80The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Illinois. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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.
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.
The Birches, LLC
MC
AL
Clarendon Hills
90
Facility 90
IL AVG 80
Rank #117 / 379
Yes
76
Facility 76
IL AVG 51
Rank #108 / 585
28
Facility 28
IL AVG 15
Rank #31 / 189
A+-3
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 7
Rank #67 / 276
0.3
Facility 0.3
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #71 / 276
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 3
Rank #62 / 315
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #1 / 315
-
The Indigo at Elmhurst
MC
Elmhurst (Yorkfield)
72
Facility 72
IL AVG 80
Rank #168 / 379
Yes
28
Facility 28
IL AVG 51
Rank #469 / 585
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 15
Rank #121 / 189
A-Jaybird Senior Living Inc6--
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 3
Rank #202 / 315
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #222 / 315
Studio
Riverside Senior Life Bourbonnais
MC
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Bourbonnais
80
Facility 80
IL AVG 80
Rank #140 / 379
No
45
Facility 45
IL AVG 51
Rank #345 / 585
---2
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 7
Rank #136 / 276
2.0
Facility 2.0
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #165 / 276
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 3
Rank #242 / 315
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #90 / 315
-
Bickford of Champaign
MC
AL
Champaign
44
Facility 44
IL AVG 80
Rank #282 / 379
Yes
20
Facility 20
IL AVG 51
Rank #513 / 585
--Champaign Bickford Cottage LLC4
12
Facility 12
IL AVG 7
Rank #229 / 276
3.0
Facility 3.0
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #213 / 276
8
Facility 8
IL AVG 3
Rank #300 / 315
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #90 / 315
Private Rooms
Cedarhurst of Springfield
MC
AL
IL
Springfield
79
Facility 79
IL AVG 80
Rank #147 / 379
Yes
10
Facility 10
IL AVG 51
Rank #549 / 585
--Cedarhurst Of Springfield Operator, LLC5
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 7
Rank #136 / 276
0.8
Facility 0.8
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #109 / 276
8
Facility 8
IL AVG 3
Rank #300 / 315
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #165 / 315
-
Red Oak Estates
MC
AL
Canton
43
Facility 43
IL AVG 80
Rank #290 / 379
No
85
Facility 85
IL AVG 51
Rank #64 / 585
---5
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 276
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #1 / 276
6
Facility 6
IL AVG 3
Rank #287 / 315
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #222 / 315
-
Northbrook Inn Memory Care Community
MC
AL
Northbrook
49
Facility 49
IL AVG 80
Rank #254 / 379
No
24
Facility 24
IL AVG 51
Rank #494 / 585
-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
Bickford of Crystal Lake
MC
AL
Crystal Lake
56
Facility 56
IL AVG 80
Rank #231 / 379
Yes
41
Facility 41
IL AVG 51
Rank #377 / 585
--Bsl Crystal Lake, LLC2
6
Facility 6
IL AVG 7
Rank #180 / 276
3.0
Facility 3.0
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #213 / 276
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 3
Rank #142 / 315
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #222 / 315
-
Bridle Brook Assisted Living
MC
AL
Mahomet
78
Facility 78
IL AVG 80
Rank #150 / 379
Yes
69
Facility 69
IL AVG 51
Rank #138 / 585
---5
7
Facility 7
IL AVG 7
Rank #189 / 276
1.4
Facility 1.4
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #146 / 276
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 3
Rank #62 / 315
5
Facility 5
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #285 / 315
-
Longevity Living of Granite City Mc
MC
AL
IL
Granite City
46
Facility 46
IL AVG 80
Rank #266 / 379
No
56
Facility 56
IL AVG 51
Rank #245 / 585
---4
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 7
Rank #120 / 276
0.8
Facility 0.8
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #109 / 276
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 3
Rank #62 / 315
7
Facility 7
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #302 / 315
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Overview of The Birches

The Birches offers assisted living and memory care in Clarendon Hills, IL. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for a resident who may be at risk of wandering. The Birches may be a good fit for someone whose needs include daily support or a supervised memory care setting.

The community has 90 beds. A Walk Score of 76 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still be able to reach nearby shops, pharmacies, or cafes independently. Pets are allowed, which means a resident may be able to keep a pet in the community.

Culinary services include diversified menu options and support for special diets, giving residents meal options that can address specific dietary needs. Programming runs for 12 hours a day, seven days a week, and the community offers Family Communication and Support, Volunteer Opportunities, and scheduled transportation for planned trips.

Contact The Birches, LLC

Overview of The Indigo at Elmhurst

The Indigo at Elmhurst is a compassionate community in Elmhurst, IL designed to accommodate those who need memory care. The community helps its residents make the most of their life while managing their conditions with the support of care experts trained on the best practices of memory care. They take on a Montessori approach to care that fosters wellness and independence through nurturing guidance and support.

There’s an array of engaging activities for residents to enjoy, which help stimulate their memory and foster socialization. Residents gather around the cozy dining area to enjoy fresh, hearty meals over meaningful conversations. Age gracefully in a supportive environment surrounded by stunning surroundings and local amenities in The Indigo at Elmhurst.

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Overview of Riverside Senior Life Bourbonnais

Riverside Senior Life Bourbonnais offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, respite care, nursing home care and skilled nursing in Bourbonnais, IL. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living provides help with tasks such as bathing, dressing and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, and respite care offers a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The range of care levels can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time, allowing continued care within the community. Riverside Senior Living Center operates the community, which has 80 beds.

Rehabilitation services include short-term rehabilitation, giving a resident a temporary care period focused on recovery rather than ongoing residence. A Walk Score of 45 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride, which affects off-campus independence for a resident who no longer drives.

Contact Riverside Senior Life Bourbonnais

Overview of Bickford of Champaign

Located on South Staley Road in Champaign, Illinois, Bickford of Champaign is a 44-bed community offering both assisted living and memory care services. Operated by Champaign Bickford Cottage LLC, part of the Bickford Senior Living Group, and led by Executive Director Madeline Underwood, the single-story building features private accommodations and a residential design intended to create a comfortable environment for older adults, including those living with dementia.

The memory care program uses a Montessori-based philosophy that emphasizes residents’ strengths, interests, and retained abilities. Support services include around-the-clock staffing, nursing care, medication management, assistance with daily activities, transportation for appointments and outings, and a resident monitoring system. The community also welcomes pets and incorporates volunteer involvement into its activity offerings.

Amenities include housekeeping, salon services, outdoor gathering areas, and scratch-made meals developed with heart health in mind. While the surrounding area has limited walkability and most destinations require transportation, the community serves older adults from across the Champaign-Urbana region.

Reviews by the Illinois Department of Public Health have examined areas such as emergency preparedness, staff training, CPR certification, tuberculosis testing, resident assessments, and care planning procedures. A separate complaint investigation determined that the community met applicable assisted living regulatory requirements.

Contact Bickford of Champaign

Overview of Cedarhurst of Springfield

Cedarhurst of Springfield, located on Old Jacksonville Road about four miles from downtown, is a mid-size community spanning independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Because the area is car-dependent with a Walk Score of 10, transportation is something you’ll want to coordinate from the start. The 79-bed facility, operated by a licensed Illinois provider, includes 52 permanent units and a dedicated Alzheimer’s care wing. This setup is convenient for families who want to avoid the disruption of moving a resident as care needs evolve.

Pricing reflects the level of care: independent living is $5,250 per month, assisted living is $6,400, and memory care is $7,900.

The facility provides 24-hour staffing, nursing services, rehabilitation, and respite care. Rather than a rigid schedule, the dining program offers seasonal menus designed around individual dietary needs. Amenities include landscaped courtyards, weekly housekeeping, and transportation services. Their daily social programming is structured for consistency, helping to maintain a predictable activity calendar.

Recent state inspections have highlighted medication management, care planning, and documentation; common focus areas for Illinois facilities.

If you’re looking for a community in Springfield that offers a continuum of care, Cedarhurst provides a practical balance of tiered pricing, structured daily life, and on-site support in one location.

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Overview of Red Oak Estates

Red Oak Estates is an assisted living, memory care, and respite care community in Canton, IL. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care offers a short stay for a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover, and the combination of assisted living and memory care can suit a resident whose needs grow over time without leaving the community.

Red Oak Estates opened in 2005 and has 43 beds, with private rooms and suites available. On-site podiatry gives residents access to foot care within the community, while rehabilitation services provide therapy support as part of the available care. A doctor is on staff, and Bugle Ridge operates the community.

A Walk Score of 85 out of 100 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot. For a resident who no longer drives, that level of walkability can support independent trips for routine errands.

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Overview of Northbrook Inn Memory Care Community

Settled in the beautiful grounds of Glen Ellyn, Illinois, Northbrook Inn is an inviting senior living community that provides an engaging environment for memory care. Residents dealing with Alzheimer’s and other forms of memory loss experience exceptional care and support at the comfort of their well-designed apartments. Each residences are built with safety features like window sensors, motion sensors, and long pull cords for a safe and secure living. A dedicated and well-trained team is available to care for residents quickly whenever needed.

Enriching all aspects of residents’ well-being, the community conducts an array of activities, events and special projects that focuses on the mind, body, and spirit. Residents are free to unleash and improve their creativity with various arts classes, maintain their strength with unique exercise classes, or enhance their cognitive skills with personalized musical experiences. The community ensures residents’ nutritional and dietary needs are met with restaurant-style service and made from scratch meals. With exceptional care, services, and wonderful activities, the community warrants a comfortable and rewarding living experience.

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Overview of Bickford of Crystal Lake

Overlooking the tranquil community of Crystal Lake, IL, the Bickford of Crystal Lake is a peculiar senior living community providing assisted living and memory care services. A wide range of cozy and well-appointed accommodations with different floor plans are available for its residents based on their preferences. As for memory care, those with cognitive conditions like dementia receive round-the-clock professional care, specialized programming, and a thoughtfully designed Mary B’s Neighborhood.

Explore its top-notch amenities and services to maximize the living experience in this beautiful place. Experience restaurant-style dining with healthy meals prepared by a talented culinary team. Avail of their HigherPart Care Coordination, medication management, and transportation services. Meet new companions and create unforgetabble memories together through its various social activities and community events coordinated by a professional team. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors are assured of an wondrous retirement with the Bickford of Crystal Lake.

Contact Bickford of Crystal Lake

Overview of Bridle Brook Assisted Living

Bridle Brook Assisted Living provides assisted living and memory care in Mahomet, IL. Assisted living helps residents with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while they maintain their own apartment, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Offering both care levels can suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

The community has 78 beds and a starting price of $4,100 per month, giving families a baseline for planning the cost of residence. Respite care supports short stays for a resident whose usual caregiver needs time to travel or recover. Rehabilitation services are also available for residents who need therapy as part of recovery or ongoing function.

Restaurant-style dining with chef-prepared meals gives residents meals served in a restaurant-style setting. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to bring a pet when moving into the community. The area has a Walk Score of 69, which is somewhat walkable: some errands can be done on foot, allowing a resident who no longer drives to complete certain nearby errands independently.

Mahomet Al/Mc operates Bridle Brook Assisted Living.

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Overview of Longevity Living of Granite City Mc

Longevity Living of Granite City Mc offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Granite City, IL. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for a resident at risk of wandering.

Because the community offers three care levels, it can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without leaving the community or starting over socially. The community has 46 beds, a smaller size where staff and residents can get to know each other. A Walk Score of 56 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 nearby destinations independently. Longevity Living of Granite City Mc is operated by Longevity Senior Living Granite City MC Operator.

Contact Longevity Living of Granite City Mc

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
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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 368 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.