Best Memory Care in Schaumburg, IL

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 4 memory care providers in Schaumburg, 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. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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.
Sunrise of Schaumburg
MC
AL
HOS
Schaumburg
82
Facility 82
IL AVG 95
Rank #147 / 307
A+Yes
52
Facility 52
IL AVG 50
Rank #164 / 357
25
Facility 25
IL AVG 11
Rank #32 / 175
A+Sunrise Schaumburg Assisted Living, LLC3
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 5
Rank #1 / 225
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 1.3
Rank #1 / 225
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2
Rank #1 / 238
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 2.2
Rank #187 / 238
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Encore Village of Schaumburg
MC
AL
CCRC
IL
NH
SNF
Schaumburg
278
Facility 278
IL AVG 95
Rank #4 / 307
A-Yes
58
Facility 58
IL AVG 50
Rank #131 / 357
52
Facility 52
IL AVG 11
Rank #1 / 175
A+Il Ccrc, LLC4
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 5
Rank #86 / 225
0.8
Facility 0.8
IL AVG 1.3
Rank #102 / 225
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 2
Rank #180 / 238
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 2.2
Rank #157 / 238
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Bella Terra Schaumburg
MC
NH
SNF
Schaumburg
214
Facility 214
IL AVG 95
Rank #20 / 307
B+No
66
Facility 66
IL AVG 50
Rank #89 / 357
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The Pearl of Elk Grove
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Elk Grove Village
190
Facility 190
IL AVG 95
Rank #33 / 307
CNo
63
Facility 63
IL AVG 50
Rank #99 / 357
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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 4 analyzed for Schaumburg. See how we rank facilities

Overview of Sunrise of Schaumburg

Sunrise of Schaumburg provides assisted living, Hospice Care, and Memory Care in Schaumburg, IL. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps a private living space.

Memory Care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Hospice Care and hospice coordination support residents who need end of life services alongside community care.

The community has 82 beds, with studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom layouts. A studio offers one private living space, while a two bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion.

Care needs can change over time. With assisted living, Memory Care, and Hospice Care available, Sunrise of Schaumburg may be a good fit for a resident whose needs change without requiring a move to a different community.

Respite care and short term stays provide a temporary home when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Short term rehabilitation and rehabilitation services support a temporary recovery period, while scheduled transportation can help residents attend local outings.

Residents can spend time in the salon and outdoor spaces, with activities that include fitness classes, art and music, book and walking clubs, movie and game nights, social hours, live entertainment, and local outings. There are several ways to structure the day.

Fresh, chef crafted cuisine gives residents prepared dining options, and pets are allowed. The starting price is $5,077+, giving families an initial figure for budgeting.

A Walk Score of 52 means the area is somewhat walkable, so some errands can be done on foot. A resident who no longer drives may therefore have limited opportunities for independent outings.

Sunrise of Schaumburg is operated by Sunrise Schaumburg Assisted Living.

Starting Price $4,834/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Encore Village of Schaumburg

Encore Village of Schaumburg offers nursing home and skilled nursing care, assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Schaumburg, IL. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living offers help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, and nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing on site around the clock.

As a continuing care retirement community, Encore Village brings multiple care levels together, so it may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to a different community. Respite care offers short stays for someone whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Housing includes studios, one bedroom and two bedroom layouts, along with cottages. A two bedroom can suit a couple moving together, while a studio provides one private living space.

The community has 109 beds and opened in 1977. On site rehabilitation services allow a resident to receive rehab without arranging transportation elsewhere, while a pool, salon, pickleball courts, and restaurant style all day dining provide specific options for recreation, personal care, and meals. Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet to the community.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families those payment methods for covered care or services. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 39 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident. A Walk Score of 58 out of 100 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, meaning some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to handle some nearby errands independently. Il Ccrc operates Encore Village of Schaumburg.

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Overview of Bella Terra Schaumburg

Bella Terra Schaumburg provides nursing home, memory care, and skilled nursing in Schaumburg, IL. Nursing home and skilled nursing services include licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care provides a secured, supervised setting for residents at risk of wandering. The combination may suit someone living with dementia who also needs on site nursing care.

The home has 214 beds, placing it among communities with more residents, staff, and usually programming. Private and semi private rooms give residents either an individual room or a room shared with another resident. Total nurse staffing is 2 hours and 45 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families public coverage options or the ability to pay directly; Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence. A Walk Score of 66 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, where some errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to manage those nearby errands independently.

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Overview of The Pearl of Elk Grove

The Pearl of Elk Grove is a nursing home in Elk Grove Village, Illinois, offering memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing. Nursing home and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Respite care provides a short stay for a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover. The community has 190 beds, and the combination of memory care and respite care may be a good fit for someone living with dementia who needs a secured, supervised setting or for a family needing short term support while a caregiver travels or recovers.

A Walk Score of 63 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, meaning some errands can be done on foot. A resident who no longer drives may be able to handle some nearby outings independently. The Pearl of Elk Grove accepts Medicare for short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid when savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay; total nurse staffing is 2 hours and 47 minutes per resident each day, representing the total daily hands on nursing time per resident.

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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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Memory Care in Schaumburg at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 60/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Schaumburg, 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: 191The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Schaumburg, IL. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Schaumburg, IL

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

The average monthly cost of memory care in Schaumburg, IL is approximately $5,000. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

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

Memory care in Schaumburg, IL typically ranges from $4,000–$6,500 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

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

Memory care communities in Schaumburg, 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 4 memory care communities in Schaumburg, IL. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.