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Best Memory Care in Illinois

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Last updated
May 2026
We analyzed
251 homes in Illinois

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Illinois Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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

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Sunrise of Schaumburg
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Schaumburg
82
Facility 82
IL AVG 87
Rank #175 / 426
Yes
52
Facility 52
IL AVG 51
Rank #310 / 648
25
Facility 25
IL AVG 12
Rank #50 / 261
A+Sunrise Schaumburg Assisted Living, LLC5
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 303
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 303
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 303
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #252 / 303
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
River Glen of St. Charles
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

St. Charles
78
Facility 78
IL AVG 87
Rank #192 / 426
Yes
45
Facility 45
IL AVG 51
Rank #380 / 648
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 12
Rank #128 / 261
A-River Glen Of St. Charles3
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 303
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 303
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 303
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #202 / 303
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Sunrise of Naperville
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Naperville (Naperville Park District)
76
Facility 76
IL AVG 87
Rank #199 / 426
Yes
33
Facility 33
IL AVG 51
Rank #470 / 648
45
Facility 45
IL AVG 12
Rank #9 / 261
A-Al I/Naperville Senior Housing Opco, LLC9
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 7
Rank #182 / 303
0.4
Facility 0.4
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #147 / 303
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 1.6
Rank #189 / 303
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #202 / 303
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Brookdale Vernon Hills
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Vernon Hills (North Milwaukee Avenue)
90
Facility 90
IL AVG 87
Rank #154 / 426
Yes
25
Facility 25
IL AVG 51
Rank #529 / 648
48
Facility 48
IL AVG 12
Rank #2 / 261
A+S-H Opco Park At Vernon Hills, LLC9
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 7
Rank #182 / 303
0.4
Facility 0.4
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #147 / 303
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.6
Rank #99 / 303
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #134 / 303
Studio / 1 Bed
GreenFields of Geneva
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Geneva
77
Facility 77
IL AVG 87
Rank #197 / 426
Yes
6
Facility 6
IL AVG 51
Rank #610 / 648
14
Facility 14
IL AVG 12
Rank #93 / 261
A+Nfp Friendship Village Of Mill Creek6
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 7
Rank #182 / 303
0.7
Facility 0.7
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #189 / 303
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 1.6
Rank #189 / 303
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #1 / 303
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Encore Village of Schaumburg
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Schaumburg
109
Facility 109
IL AVG 87
Rank #113 / 426
Yes
58
Facility 58
IL AVG 51
Rank #253 / 648
52
Facility 52
IL AVG 12
Rank #1 / 261
A+Il Ccrc, LLC24
122
Facility 122
IL AVG 7
Rank #303 / 303
1.4
Facility 1.4
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #242 / 303
13
Facility 13
IL AVG 1.6
Rank #302 / 303
7
Facility 7
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #302 / 303
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Brighton Gardens of St. Charles
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

St. Charles (Surrey Woods)
104
Facility 104
IL AVG 87
Rank #123 / 426
Yes
66
Facility 66
IL AVG 51
Rank #187 / 648
18
Facility 18
IL AVG 12
Rank #75 / 261
A+Sjv 1 St. Charles Opco LLC12
5
Facility 5
IL AVG 7
Rank #216 / 303
0.4
Facility 0.4
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #147 / 303
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 1.6
Rank #189 / 303
5
Facility 5
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #287 / 303
1 Bed
Sunrise of Park Ridge
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

Park Ridge (Ballard Road)
110
Facility 110
IL AVG 87
Rank #107 / 426
Yes
73
Facility 73
IL AVG 51
Rank #142 / 648
27
Facility 27
IL AVG 12
Rank #37 / 261
A+Karrington Of Park Ridge Opco, LLC7
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 7
Rank #163 / 303
0.4
Facility 0.4
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #147 / 303
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 1.6
Rank #189 / 303
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #134 / 303
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Trustwell Living Cherryvale Place
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Rockford (Cherry Valley)
98
Facility 98
IL AVG 87
Rank #134 / 426
No
30
Facility 30
IL AVG 51
Rank #495 / 648
9
Facility 9
IL AVG 12
Rank #108 / 261
A+Rockford Al/Mc, LLC3
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 303
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 303
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 303
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #134 / 303
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Harvester Place
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Burr Ridge
66
Facility 66
IL AVG 87
Rank #225 / 426
No
37
Facility 37
IL AVG 51
Rank #440 / 648
11
Facility 11
IL AVG 12
Rank #101 / 261
A+Anthem Burr Ridge Mangement, LLC12
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 7
Rank #106 / 303
0.1
Facility 0.1
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #106 / 303
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.6
Rank #99 / 303
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #252 / 303
1 Bed / 2 Bed / Suite
Brighton Gardens of Wheaton
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Wheaton
116
Facility 116
IL AVG 87
Rank #96 / 426
Yes
59
Facility 59
IL AVG 51
Rank #247 / 648
27
Facility 27
IL AVG 12
Rank #37 / 261
A+Sjv 1 Wheaton Opco LLC12
12
Facility 12
IL AVG 7
Rank #276 / 303
1.0
Facility 1.0
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #213 / 303
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 1.6
Rank #189 / 303
5
Facility 5
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #287 / 303
Studio / 1 Bed
Belmont Village Senior Living Buffalo Grove
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Buffalo Grove
116
Facility 116
IL AVG 87
Rank #96 / 426
Yes
56
Facility 56
IL AVG 51
Rank #272 / 648
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 12
Rank #128 / 261
ABelmont Village Buffalo Grove, LLC12
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 303
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 303
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 1.6
Rank #243 / 303
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #1 / 303
Studio / 1 Bed
Church Creek
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Arlington Heights
69
Facility 69
IL AVG 87
Rank #221 / 426
Yes
40
Facility 40
IL AVG 51
Rank #418 / 648
28
Facility 28
IL AVG 12
Rank #33 / 261
A+Sptmrt Properties Trust4
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 7
Rank #182 / 303
1.0
Facility 1.0
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #213 / 303
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 303
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #134 / 303
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
New Perspective Senior Living | Long Grove
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Long Grove
104
Facility 104
IL AVG 87
Rank #123 / 426
No
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 51
Rank #634 / 648
18
Facility 18
IL AVG 12
Rank #75 / 261
A+Well Npsl Tenant LLC6
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 7
Rank #182 / 303
0.7
Facility 0.7
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #189 / 303
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 303
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #134 / 303
Studio / 1 Bed
Waverly Inn Memory Care Community
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Arlington Heights
60
Facility 60
IL AVG 87
Rank #257 / 426
No
68
Facility 68
IL AVG 51
Rank #163 / 648
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 12
Rank #128 / 261
A-Arlington Heights Memory Care, LLC8
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 7
Rank #128 / 303
0.3
Facility 0.3
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #129 / 303
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 1.6
Rank #189 / 303
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #134 / 303
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Encore Senior Living

101 N Upper Wacker Dr Suite 605, Chicago, IL 60606
Overview of Encore Senior Living

As a property management company, Encore Senior Living in Chicago provides a range of living options to cater to seniors’ varying needs, including assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Their goal is to help seniors live on their own terms without worrying about safety. The community creates a home with a unique personality. Each resident is valued for their individuality and independence. They offer a variety of floor plans to choose from, so seniors can find the perfect space that suits their lifestyle.\

Designed to provide an engaging and social environment, they have on-site dining where residents can enjoy meals with others, a salon and spa for pampering, landscaped grounds with outdoor nooks for fresh air, community rooms for events, and even a wellness office to ensure that residents are staying healthy and active. If you’re looking for a senior living community that feels like home, Encore Senior Living in Chicago is the perfect choice.

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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 251 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.