Page 4 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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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.
Clarendale Six Corners
MC
AL
IL
RC
Chicago (Old Irving Park)
144
Facility 144
IL AVG 87
Rank #40 / 307
Yes
92
Facility 92
IL AVG 50
Rank #12 / 357
-C+Portage Park Operations, LLC1
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 225
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #1 / 225
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 3
Rank #183 / 250
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #1 / 250
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Alden Courts of Waterford
MC
AL
NH
RC
SNF
Aurora
60
Facility 60
IL AVG 87
Rank #187 / 307
No
58
Facility 58
IL AVG 50
Rank #131 / 357
24
Facility 24
IL AVG 11
Rank #36 / 165
A+----
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 3
Rank #100 / 250
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #1 / 250
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Bickford of Oswego
MC
AL
Oswego
56
Facility 56
IL AVG 87
Rank #205 / 307
Yes
32
Facility 32
IL AVG 50
Rank #275 / 357
26
Facility 26
IL AVG 11
Rank #28 / 165
C+Bsl Oswego LLC5
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 7
Rank #101 / 225
0.6
Facility 0.6
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #92 / 225
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 3
Rank #100 / 250
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #1 / 250
-
Revela at O’Fallon
MC
AL
O Fallon (O'fallon)
92
Facility 92
IL AVG 87
Rank #110 / 307
Yes
10
Facility 10
IL AVG 50
Rank #337 / 357
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 11
Rank #77 / 165
A-Revela At O\'Fallon5
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 7
Rank #101 / 225
0.4
Facility 0.4
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #84 / 225
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 3
Rank #148 / 250
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #66 / 250
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Carrington at Lincolnwood
MC
AL
IL
Lincolnwood
132
Facility 132
IL AVG 87
Rank #47 / 307
Yes
58
Facility 58
IL AVG 50
Rank #131 / 357
8
Facility 8
IL AVG 11
Rank #69 / 165
A+The Carrington At Lincolnwood LLC5
5
Facility 5
IL AVG 7
Rank #179 / 225
1.0
Facility 1.0
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #169 / 225
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 3
Rank #148 / 250
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #124 / 250
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Brighton Gardens of Wheaton
MC
AL
Wheaton
116
Facility 116
IL AVG 87
Rank #62 / 307
Yes
59
Facility 59
IL AVG 50
Rank #127 / 357
27
Facility 27
IL AVG 11
Rank #25 / 165
A+Sjv 1 Wheaton Opco LLC6
6
Facility 6
IL AVG 7
Rank #182 / 225
1.0
Facility 1.0
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #157 / 225
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 3
Rank #148 / 250
6
Facility 6
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #228 / 250
Studio / 1 Bed
Sunshine Gardens
MC
AL
IL
Marion
55
Facility 55
IL AVG 87
Rank #210 / 307
No
86
Facility 86
IL AVG 50
Rank #32 / 357
11
Facility 11
IL AVG 11
Rank #61 / 165
A+-6
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 225
0.3
Facility 0.3
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #1 / 225
8
Facility 8
IL AVG 3
Rank #236 / 250
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #66 / 250
-
Ascension Living Fox Knoll Village
MC
AL
IL
Aurora
79
Facility 79
IL AVG 87
Rank #137 / 307
Yes
78
Facility 78
IL AVG 50
Rank #49 / 357
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 11
Rank #77 / 165
-Presence Life Connections1
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 7
Rank #101 / 225
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #199 / 225
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 3
Rank #42 / 250
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #1 / 250
1 bed / 2 bed
Carriage Crossing Senior Living of Decatur
MC
HOS
RC
Decatur
65
Facility 65
IL AVG 87
Rank #171 / 307
Yes
56
Facility 56
IL AVG 50
Rank #142 / 357
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 11
Rank #77 / 165
-Slf 1031 Operator Decatur, LLC5
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 225
0.4
Facility 0.4
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #1 / 225
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 3
Rank #100 / 250
5
Facility 5
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #221 / 250
Studio / 1 Bed
Sunrise of Highland Park
MC
AL
HOS
Highland Park
75
Facility 75
IL AVG 87
Rank #148 / 307
Yes
78
Facility 78
IL AVG 50
Rank #49 / 357
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 11
Rank #77 / 165
-Sunrise Highland Park Senior Living, LLC3
8
Facility 8
IL AVG 7
Rank #64 / 225
2.7
Facility 2.7
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #130 / 225
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 3
Rank #1 / 250
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #199 / 250
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each memory care community is ranked against every other IL memory care community we track that reports that metric, not just the 369 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Clarendale Six Corners

4715 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60641
Overview of Clarendale Six Corners

Clarendale Six Corners offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Chicago’s Old Irving Park neighborhood. Independent living means a resident has a private home with community services but no daily care, while assisted living adds help with dressing, bathing, and medication without taking away the resident’s apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and respite care offers a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The community opened in 2026 and has 144 beds, with studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom residences. A studio suits one resident seeking a single living space, while a two bedroom can accommodate a couple moving together or a resident who wants a companion. Having several care levels under one roof may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, or a family caregiver who needs a short term arrangement.

Starting monthly prices are $3,800 for independent living, $4,195 for assisted living, and $4,800 for memory care. A Walk Score of 92 places the area in the walker’s paradise band, where daily errands do not require a car, so a resident who no longer drives can handle routine errands on foot. Pets are allowed, and the community offers the Health and Wellness Navigation program and the Heartfelt Connections Memory Care Program; it is operated by Portage Park Operations.

Starting Price $4,650/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Alden Courts of Waterford

Prepare for an extraordinary and refined experience at Alden Courts of Waterford. This exceptional home offers innovative services that encompass memory care, assisted living, skilled short-term rehabilitation, and Medicare coverage for individuals with memory care needs. Here, residents can gracefully navigate the challenges of memory impairment, thanks to unique therapy programs and life enrichment initiatives designed to provide support and promote well-being.

Alden Courts of Waterford also recognizes the importance of memory care insurance, ensuring that residents have access to the necessary coverage for their specialized care. With transparent memory care costs, families can have peace of mind knowing that their loved ones are receiving exceptional care without hidden expenses. Immerse yourself in well-maintained and exquisite common spaces that exude a homelike ambiance. Located in the vibrant community of Aurora, Illinois, this is the place to be for those seeking unparalleled care and comfort.

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Overview of Bickford of Oswego

Bickford of Oswego provides assisted living and memory care in Oswego, Illinois. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

The community has 56 beds and offers Montessori Memory Care as its named memory care program. Having both assisted living and memory care may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to a different community.

Residents can use salon services, restaurant-style dining, outdoor spaces, and wellness programs. Pets are allowed, so residents may continue living with a pet. Those details can shape daily routines and help someone keep familiar parts of life.

Bsl Oswego operates the community, and Patrick Hurts is the director. A Walk Score of 32 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. State inspections have reviewed the community’s routine care and safety standards.

 

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Overview of Revela at O’fallon

Revela at O’fallon provides assisted living and memory care in O’Fallon, IL. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident maintains an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

The community has 92 beds and offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences. A studio provides a single private living space, while a two-bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. With both care levels, the community may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to another community, and pets are allowed so a resident can bring a pet when moving in.

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Overview of The Carrington at Lincolnwood

The Carrington at Lincolnwood is a vibrant senior living community located in the North Chicago suburb bordering Skokie and the neighborhoods of West Ridge and North Park, Lincolnwood, IL. From the urban modern all-masonry exterior, to the warm and inviting interior décor, The Carrington certainly has a fresh and welcoming look. It is a beautiful community in a park-like setting. They also consider themselves as a green-space campus. The community sits on 13 pedestrian-friendly acres for they believe that you can elevate your retirement lifestyle by greening your living space. Spending time in green spaces such as parks, gardens, and forests—whether for a leisurely stroll, a spirited bike ride or a quiet moment on a bench—can fuel vitality and breathe life into your day.

The Carrington at Lincolnwood is located in an ideal location that is close to family, medical and professional offices, shopping and houses of worship. They are offering Assisted Living and Independent living, which makes the place a perfect home base for an active and rewarding lifestyle. In addition, they also offer specialized memory care for some of their residents. They feature open-concept kitchens, roomy bedrooms with walk-in closets, granite countertops, and the security of emergency pull-cord notification system in bathrooms, among others.

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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.

Starting Price $3,040/Month Info Pricing updated on February 27th, 2026

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Overview of Sunshine Gardens

Sunshine Gardens offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Marion, IL. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while residents maintain their own apartments, independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, and memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care is also available for short stays, which can suit a family caregiver who needs temporary support while traveling or recovering.

With 55 beds, Sunshine Gardens is a smaller community where residents and staff can get to know one another. Apartment options include basic studios, deluxe studios, one-bedroom apartments, and two-bedroom apartments; a studio suits one resident seeking a single private space, while a two-bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. The community offers rehabilitation services, religious services, a salon, and transportation, giving residents access to these services without arranging each one independently.

Chef-prepared meals use fresh ingredients, offer broad menu choices, and accommodate dietary restrictions, so residents can select from available dishes while receiving meals suited to documented dietary needs. Sunshine Gardens also holds resident and family care plan meetings, creating a scheduled setting to discuss a resident’s care needs with family members. The community is operated by Venus Properties, and its very walkable area, with a Walk Score of 86, places most errands within walking distance for a resident who no longer drives and wants to get out independently.

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Overview of Ascension Living Fox Knoll Village

Operated by Presence Life Connections, Ascension Living Fox Knoll Village is a newly opened mid-rise community at 421 N Lake Street in Aurora, Illinois. The facility opened one year ago and currently serves 21 residents in its 79-bed mid-rise building, offering one- and two-bedroom floor plans.

With a Walk Score of 78, the Aurora location is highly walkable, so it’s easy for visitors and residents to access nearby amenities and services on foot. The home sits in a convenient neighborhood with good access to local resources.

Interested residents and families must know that state inspections have noted concerns with care planning and safety protocols at Ascension Living Fox Knoll Village. Such concerns specifically relate to adequate assessment of resident needs, implementation of interventions to prevent injuries, and documentation of changes in resident condition. Families contemplating this facility should inquire directly about how these themes are being addressed and monitored.

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Overview of Carriage Crossing Senior Living of Decatur

Carriage Crossing Senior Living of Decatur provides memory care, hospice care, and respite care in Decatur, IL. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for a resident who may be at risk of wandering. Hospice care serves residents receiving hospice services, while respite care provides a short stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The combination may be a good fit for someone needing supervised memory care, hospice services, or temporary support. The community has 65 beds, with studio and one bedroom layouts. A studio provides one private living space, while a one bedroom layout includes a separate bedroom. The building is single story, and Slf 1031 Operator Decatur operates the community.

The starting price is $5,500. Restaurant style dining, a cafe and soda shop, outdoor courtyards, and salon and spa services give residents places on site for meals, refreshments, outdoor exercise, and personal care. Chauffeured transportation provides community arranged rides, and pets are allowed. 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 certain nearby destinations independently.

Starting Price $5,500/Month Info Pricing updated on February 13th, 2026

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Overview of Sunrise of Highland Park

Sunrise of Highland Park offers assisted living, hospice care, and memory care in Highland Park, IL. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space; Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering; and hospice care focuses on comfort during a terminal illness.

The range of care types may suit a resident who needs daily support or a supervised setting for dementia-related needs. The community has 75 beds and offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom homes, with layouts that can accommodate someone living alone or a couple moving together. A Walk Score of 78 places the area in the very walkable range, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still reach nearby shops, pharmacies, or cafes independently. Pets are allowed, which means a resident may be able to bring a pet when moving in. Sunrise Highland Park Senior Living operates the community.

Starting Price $4,600/Month Info Pricing updated on October 8th, 2026

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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