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Best Memory Care in Northbrook, IL

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 3 memory care communities in Northbrook, IL using IL Dept. of Public Health (IDPH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in IL
Reviewed by
Jordan Weiss, PhD
Last updated
Aug 2026
We analyzed These are the facilities in Northbrook, IL our team has analyzed — not a count of every memory care provider in Northbrook, IL.
3 homes
Other senior care options in Northbrook:
Assisted Living Nursing Homes Independent Living
Avg Walk Score: 32/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Northbrook, IL. 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: 119The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Northbrook, IL. 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 to lowest based on our ranking 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. 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.
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.
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.
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.
North Shore Place
MC
AL
RC
Northbrook
188
Facility 188
IL AVG 85
Rank #34 / 418
No
40
Facility 40
IL AVG 52
Rank #418 / 634
-Bmsh I Northbrook Il LLC10
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 3
Rank #242 / 315
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #222 / 315
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Northbrook Inn Memory Care Community
MC
AL
Northbrook
49
Facility 49
IL AVG 85
Rank #293 / 418
No
24
Facility 24
IL AVG 52
Rank #535 / 634
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
Arden Courts Northbrook
MC
AL
Northbrook
-No-------

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every IL community we track that reports that metric, not just the 3 analyzed for Northbrook.

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Front entrance of North Shore Place at night with a car
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Overview of North Shore Place
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Tucked away in Northbrook, IL, North Shore Place is a vibrant senior living community that offers assisted living, memory care, and short-term care. Residents enjoy a secure living space with well-built accommodations, including one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments. The community provides a variety of conveniences, such as on-site maintenance, housekeeping, and laundry services.

A vibrant lifestyle is guaranteed with the community’s diverse variety of activities, including games, cooking, singing, exercise classes, discussions, and outings to local hotspots. Personalized care plans ensure residents’ needs are met accordingly. Services like assistance with activities of daily living, regular health screenings, a massage therapy room, and a dedicated rehabilitation room, ensures residents have access to services that empower them to maintain their holistic well-being.

Phone: (224) 326-2600

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Front entrance of Northbrook Inn Memory Care Community
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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.

Phone: (224) 478-1409

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Overview of Arden Courts Northbrook

Specializing in memory support, Arden Courts Northbrook is a memory care community in Northbrook, Illinois. Dedicated to those living with Alzheimer’s and other cognition-related conditions, the community has a one-level setting. 24-hour nursing support is also provided, along with homestyle dining. For those seeking temporary stays, the community also offers respite services.

Educational discussions, volunteer opportunities, and recreational programs promote holistic wellness and help improve residents’ cognition. Enclosed gardens and patio spaces are also available, ensuring residents can move around and interact with others safely. Its location on Milwaukee Avenue is also near public transportation and other local amenities.

Phone: (224) 344-2417

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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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Data source Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Northbrook, IL

What is the average cost of memory care in Northbrook, IL?

The average monthly cost of memory care in Northbrook, IL is approximately $5,500. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for memory care in Northbrook, IL?

Memory care in Northbrook, IL typically ranges from $4,500–$7,000 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in Northbrook, IL?

Memory care communities in Northbrook, IL typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.

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 3 memory care communities in Northbrook, IL. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

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